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| Scope | Local |
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
| Media Market | Minneapolis-Saint Paul |
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Search ArticlesThe Goods: Pet Edition
Spoil your pets while supporting Minnesota businesses. From cozy dog fleece and cat toys to modern birdhouses, these locally made finds are as stylish as they are practical. Project Hive Pet Co. GOLDPAW Led today by the founder’s daughter, Rebecca Gadd, Goldpaw continues a vibrant family legacy of American-made pet apparel and accessories born right here in Minnesota. The brand’s core ethos is rooted in uncompromising quality, sustainability, and canine comfort.
5 Photo-Worthy Flower Farms
Across Minnesota, flower farms are opening their fields for “U-pick” experiences, offering everything from self-serve flower patches and curated bouquet sessions to family-friendly farm activities. Whether you’re planning a weekend day trip, searching for the perfect photo op, or simply bringing home your own fresh blooms, these destinations are worth adding to your summer itinerary. Cal & Lily Flower Farm Buffalo A visit to Cal & Lily Flower Farm feels intentionally unhurried.
Review: Minnesota Country Club Festival Debuts in St. Paul
This past weekend, the inaugural Minnesota Country Club Festival officially made its debut at Harriet Island Regional Park, bringing a younger, rock-leaning country crowd to St. Paul for two days of music, food, and riverside vibes.
A Taste of Asia Under One Roof
When Asia Village officially opened its doors last month, hundreds of visitors lined up outside, eager to be some of the first people inside. Fans of pho, mochi doughnuts, Korean barbecue, poke, and other culinary traditions from all parts of Asia have new reasons to celebrate at the Blaine shopping destination, which is home to both a large grocery store and a food hall-style collection of 12 restaurants.
Best Bets: July 13-29
What: Gunflint Trail Canoe Races When: July 15, 4:30 p.m. Where: Gunflint Lake, Grand Marais Celebrate nearly 50 years of tradition at the 49th Annual Gunflint Trail Canoe Races at Gunflint Lodge. Watch long-distance races, canoe sprints, and the crowd-favorite gunnel-pumping competition while supporting the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department. The evening also features food, raffles, a silent auction, and live music.
‘Wicked’ at the Orpheum Is Still Defying Gravity
It is a curious thing how the Ozian universe manages to fold itself into the modern consciousness. More than a century after L. Frank Baum first introduced us to the curious geography of the Land of Oz, the mythos has proven to be resilient in the American cultural canon. From the technicolor dreamscape of 1939 to Gregory Maguire’s revisionist masterwork that dared to ask what happens when the villain is just a misunderstood girl with a chlorophyll complexion, the story has never stopped evolving.
Best Bets: July 13-19
What: Gunflint Trail Canoe Races When: July 15, 4:30 p.m. Where: Gunflint Lake, Grand Marais Celebrate nearly 50 years of tradition at the 49th Annual Gunflint Trail Canoe Races at Gunflint Lodge. Watch long-distance races, canoe sprints, and the crowd-favorite gunnel-pumping competition while supporting the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department. The evening also features food, raffles, a silent auction, and live music.
What’s in the Bag?
Cabin season has reached its peak in Minnesota, and for many of us, that means the annual re-emergence of a durable tote bag that manages to fit all of summer into one chic package: beach towels, sunscreen, flip-flops, makeup essentials, boat sandwiches, you name it. To expedite the process, we scoured local boutiques in search of that perfect lake-day carryall—and the editor-approved summer essentials to fill it with.
See Floating Lanterns at Aquatennial
One of Aquatennial’s newest events debuts this year with the Floating Lantern & Asian Street Food Night Market, bringing an evening of culture, community, and waterfront views to Bde Maka Ska North Beach on Saturday, July 18, from 3-10 p.m. Courtesy of Asian Street Food Night Market/Facebook Admission to the festival is free, and visitors can spend the afternoon and evening sampling Asian street food, desserts, specialty beverages, and drinks from a variety of vendors while enjoying live...
NEW 2026 Minnesota State Fair Foods: THE LIST RANKED!
Thirty-six official new Minnesota State Fair Foods for 2026 have just been announced, and it’s time for my annual ridiculous list of them RANKED! These are my guesses, based on virtually nothing, as to which foods are going to be hits. Is there logic behind this? I can pretend there is—I’ve been ranking foods at the Fair for more than a decade. However, plenty of times I’ve expected foods to be good and they’ve been awful.