Second concert I've seen in this Arena, the sound is just ok, kind of a lot of bass, this has been…read morea problem from multiple concerts and different people. For the seating, there are good views from all sections. This time we were straight back in the upper deck on level two, kind of great seats if you feel like sitting the whole time. The rows are so steep, even if someone does stand in front of you, it won't block your view. The snacks are typical and the drinks are very expensive, but that is to be expected. Multiple staff were very unhelpful, as in they were not directing the crowds at all. Just so you know, if you're taking the escalators to level 2, make sure you take the long escalator. Staff were not directing which escalators to take to which level, I guess you just have to know.

Home of the Minnesota Wild of the National Hockey League, the Grand Casino Arena (recently renamed…read morein 2025, formerly Xcel Energy Center) is located in downtown St Paul. My wife and I were given the opportunity to attend the Wild-Blackhawks game on March 19, 2026 with partial season ticket holders, and really enjoyed it. The arena was completed in 2000, with the Wild playing their inaugural season that same year. It can seat almost 18,000 people and we found the sightlines to be really good with decent, comfortable seating. Concessions were well organized, though prices were high, showing the cost of going out to a game these days. A nice feature was using spectator's smart phones to create flashed coordination throughout the arena. Bathrooms were well placed throughout, and lines were short, even during the two intermissions between periods. On the concourse are displayed hockey jerseys of every hockey playing high school in the state, pushing the 'State of Hockey', and the arena being THE place for the yearly high school championships. The professional women's hockey team (Minnesota Frost) calls the arena 'home' as well. Going with locals has many benefits, one of which is getting parking that allows a quick exit onto the freeway, as opposed to the spots close to the arena that were pretty backed up. And the night had a happy ending (for me), as the Hawks beat the Wild for the first time in regulation here since 2017, 2-1.

From the moment my (now) husband and I virtually toured Nicollet Island Pavilion, we knew we had…read morefound the perfect place to celebrate our wedding. We are city dwellers but love the outdoors and NIP was the perfect backdrop that brought both of those worlds together. The well-maintained outdoor space provided a stunning backdrop for our ceremony and cocktail hour while the industrial vibe of the venue building provided some urban romance for the evening reception. The attention to detail displayed by the venue's staff was exceptional. Morgan, our event coordinator, was not only professional but also genuinely invested in making our day perfect. Coordinating an event with a very Type A bride (I'm the problem, it's me) and parents, who sometimes had differing preferences, is not easy, but Morgan navigated all our questions and changing plans with ease. She worked tirelessly to ensure that every aspect of our celebration was executed flawlessly, leaving us stress-free and able to savor every precious moment on the big day. The combination of breathtaking surroundings, impeccable service, and a dedicated team made our wedding day truly unforgettable. We are immensely grateful to Nicollet Island Pavilion for providing the perfect backdrop for our big day!

When we first toured Nicollet Island Pavillion we met Morgan. She was incredibly helpful starting…read morefrom the initial planning stages, selecting a date, and arranging a special tasting to accommodate the bride's dairy and gluten allergies. Mintahoe was so on top of it that they even had multiple gluten and dairy free wedding cakes for the bride to taste. This was especially impressive to us because other gluten and dairy free bakeries wouldn't even accommodate cake tastings. (The cakes were all delicious. We went with chocolate raspberry/ lemon poppyseed with lemon curd and vanilla buttercream.) Morgan went above and beyond through every step of the planning process, and she and the Mintahoe staff thought of everything. At our final planning meeting we met Nikita. She had the venue set up and then we went through every step of the day according to the timeline. On the big day, Nikita coordinated with our DJ, Pastor, and Photographers and things could not have gone better! A few things that really stood out to us were: - After the ceremony, the venue had our favorite drinks and small appetizer plates ready for us in the back room. - The late night snack (nacho bar and wings) were also allergen free. - They put up all of our signage and place cards (which saves a lot of stress). Overall, the day was so perfect because of Morgan, Nikita, and Mintahoe's professionalism and planning. As the bride and groom, we were able to enjoy every moment of our wedding day!

Bravo! My new motto is to bring trains back. My family visits Union Depot regularly for local…read moreevents such as the Saint Paul Art Crawl, local craft shows, to get steps in the winter and last year took the North Pole Express for the experience. I'm proud to announce that this year we finally booked a 6-hour train ride from Saint Paul to Sturtevant which is near Milwaukee, WI. We had a wedding to attend and rather than drive 5-hours, we decided to add another hour on the train and be hands free and comfortable. It was the best decision ever! Showing up to the depot 30 minutes before departure vs. 2-hours at an airport was the biggest flex. The depot is also very sanitary and has great security. There's even security in the women's bathroom so big kudos there. Depending on the time of your departure, shops and coffee might not be open but again, this is not a travel spot you need to be at hours in advance so that wasn't a knock for us. The Borealis Amtrak was the train we took and adored it. Was it super updated and high end? No. Did it have an upper and lower deck? Yes. Was the leg room out of this world with feet resters and chairs that reclined basically all the way down? Yes. Was there great overhead space for luggage and only 2 seats per aisle with no middle row ever? Yes. Was there a snack cafe? Yes. Did we see fall foliage out the windows? Yes. Did we play on electronics the entire ride? No. We looked out the window for 6-hours watching nature, seeing tons of deer, bodies of water, etc. If you're even considering a short trip to Rochester, etc. DO IT! This is the greatest adventure ever and it's affordable. Staff is beyond friendly and helpful especially for us as first timers. As I am pregnant, they even let us move into the family line and board first. We also saw a huge catering service towards the elderly population where they escort those who need extra time before the family line and encourage them to sit downstairs to avoid the stairs as there is no elevator. My husband and I look to book a longer trip in the near future in one of the sleeper trains going to see the mountains. I cannot vote for this more. Enjoy!! Toot toot!!!

Union Depot is a hub for transportation. Gateway to the Twin Cities where you can get on Amtrak,…read moreand several bus lines. The building itself is historic and beautiful well worth the visit just for the art and architectur. You can visit some truly unique business, grab hot snacks from the fun vending machines, or get a great meal at 1881 Eating House. Start you skywalk here and come back for cocktails.

Dropped by for the Eagan Market Fest at the Eagan Community Center (select Wednesdays), but I was a…read morebit early for doors so I decided to go exploring the surrounding park grounds. It's not much in the way of hiking, as the longest path/loop is only a mile long and fully paved with asphalt, but it's got a lot of amenities that would make for an excellent visit during warmer months. This includes a kid's playground, an extensive fitness zone, a splash pad (with toilets and water fountain-- not operating during winter), a bandshell, and a sizable festival grounds. On the other end of the park (near Pilot Knob) there's a gazebo structure with more seasonal restrooms/water fountain, with a multitude of picnic tables, trash/recycling, and grills that would be excellent for outdoor get-togethers. There is parking at both this location and by the splash pad, as well as the massive lot attached to the community center. There's a couple small lakes and plenty of trees, so it's a nice little retreat (even if right across the street is a massive outdoor shopping center...).

I've been bringing my kids to this park for over 10 years. They started with the playground, and we…read moreloved when the splash pad was installed. Now, they like to work out at the Core Valley area (we call it Ninja Warrior Park), while I walk the lovely trails around the pond area. The band shell has some free performances sometimes. My fav feature is the cute gazebo and bridge next to the pond. A very well thought out park for so many uses, including art fairs, food truck fairs, a weekly farmer's market and even a huge July 4th celebration. The Eagan Community Center building is conveniently located the middle of the park.

Wonderful place to hang out in Minnesota especially in the cold!! The owners are a couple who…read moreopened up this place because of their love of pickleball!! My friends and I booked a court for 40/hour and even got to practice with the ball machine. Highly recommend visiting this facility for community and movement. There is a stretch area in the back so make sure to check that area out too. They even host corporate parties and birthday parties. I want to have my next birthday party here

I'm excited that Plymouth has so many pickleball options! Overview:…read more- Smaller with just 6 courts, but I liked the privateness! - No front desk. Must book online and get code to get inside. - I paid $45 on a Wednesday @6 for a "regular size court". They may have off peak time pricing. Not cheap but on par with other places - As of 4/9/25, you can book day of and expect to get a court (I.e they're not booking up. Could change!) - Really modern space with multiple rental rooms! Hello birthday parties! - Good quality courts! Back court is a little short but nothing crazy. - Decent temperature in there (though it smelled a little bit haha. Could use a touch more air flow.

WhirlyBall has become a staple for us when we have out of town guests. Bumper cars mixed with…read morelacrosse and basketball - there's intrigue for everyone, even the less-athletically gifted. This location gives college bar vibes. You're there for the drinks and WhirlyBall not necessarily cleanliness. There was obvious grime on the walls and the viewing windows could have used a wipe down. Friendliness of Staff: 5/5 Game Experience: 5/5 Cleanliness: 3/5

Most fun my family and I have had in a really long time. This was so much fun, i want to invite as…read moremany young people or young at heart to try it out. Let your competitive spirit soar here at WhirlyBall Twin Cities. There are small arcade type games in the lobby as well as pool tables and bar. Overall, great for entertaining groups. The game is fairly easy to learn fast. There is a person who will be watching you and replenishing you with balls if your ball gets squished. I highly recommend coming here for a fun night out.

Love this museum! My two six year old twins really love this place. I also love this museum. It was…read moreso much fun so many cool things to see. Planetarium was fun as well Minnesota night skies was very interesting. Thank you!

So much fun! Lots of learning and fun activities. Went for an event…read more Had a child with me. So many activities for kids! She had so much fun, learned a lot about animals, constellations, the environment and more Food: catered by event- Delicious tacos and dessert. Multiple meat options, veggie, Vegan options and gluten friendly as well Parking: Metered parking - had discounted parking. There are a few lots you can park at. One at museum and a few others. We had a shuttle pick up available at the further lots through the events Highly recommend for children but also very interesting for adults! Don't miss the planetarium or the Woolly Mammoth!

I was recently in a wedding held here. I remember coming here as a child on field trips, but have…read morenot been here in years. The grounds are beautiful and the entire space was ours once they closed for the day. It had rained the night before and the day of was very hot. This made the paths muddy and bugs multiply. FYI-bring or rent some large fans to circulate the air since there is no air conditioning in the brides room or barn.

I grew up going to Gibb on field trips, and attended a wonderful wedding there a few years ago but…read moreabout a month ago we drove by and spotted their Country Festival and stopped in and had such a great time we bought a membership for the Ramsey County Historical Society (rchs.com) which allows us to attend many events at Gibb Farm which includes the Country Festival, a Woodcutting Weekend, Apple Festival, and Ice Cream Sundays. We are also planning on sending our son to one of the summer day camps next summer (Pioneer Pee-Wees will teach him about life on the prairie and Dakota traditions). Gibb's Farm Museum is a fantastic rural island in the city and is a definite must for families to check out. Update: good friends of ours got married here - it was a beautiful setting, and made for a memorable time.