Top Weekend Picks

January 3, 2020

Destination Winter Saint Paul is bringing a one-of-a-kind experience to Lowertown- the Superslide is back! Check out the best extreme snowmobile riders for two days or high-flying stunts and exhilarating racing- all from the warmth of indoor comfort.

Maybe Murder Mystery is your thing- you and your table are invited to solve a crime, all while enjoying a delicious 3-course meal. How good are your detective skills?

It’s the last weekend for Server’s Holiday lights and The Landscape Arboretum’s Winter in Bloom Display.

Nov. 8 – Jan. 5, Shakopee
Sever’s Holiday Lights
Drive along and enjoy more than 1,000,000 lights synchronized to classic holiday tunes for an unforgettable new Twin Cities tradition. Stay in the comfort and warmth of your own vehicle while enjoying this one-of-a-kind magical display. Sip on hot cocoa and snack on mini donuts, caramel popcorn and other treats from Drew’s Concessions. Sever’s new site at 3121 W 150th Street. 952-270-6293

Nov. 22 – Jan. 5 (Fridays through Sundays), Chaska
Winter in Bloom Lights Display
Outdoor and indoor holiday lights celebrate the season! Indoors, find the Great Hall of Trees with a live poinsettia tree and decorated trees with nature-inspired ornaments and greens. Outside, enjoy a self-guided walking tour of lighted nature-inspired installations and more. Other highlights include hot family-friendly food in the cafe, a cash bar, live music Saturdays and Sundays, and free shuttle service Friday and Saturday nights. Winter in Bloom will also be open the week of Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Inquire about additional special holiday events offered during the month of December! Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. 612-624-2200

Dec. 6 – Feb. 22, St. Paul
Destination Winter Saint Paul
Destination Winter Saint Paul is bringing a one-of-a-kind experience to Lowertown. All ages will enjoy the relocation of Wells Fargo WinterSkate from Landmark Plaza to the playing surface at CHS Field, as well as the return of the 40-foot Securian SuperSlide for the first time since Super Bowl LII. 651-644-6659; 651-202-2700

Dec. 27 – Jan. 18, White Bear Lake
The Mystery Cafe Presents “I’ll be Homicidal for Christmas”
It’s December 23rd, 1978. Albee Humphrey used to be household name, but these days his star is fading. He’s got one last shot at his big comeback – with a network televised Christmas special. There’s celebrity guests, variety acts, and there’s even rumor of a reunion with his former comedy partner – who he hasn’t spoken to in 20 years. The Mystery Cafe dishes out a hilarious comedy caper by the Twin Cities’ original comedy murder mystery dinner theater, where you and your table are invited to solve the crime, all while enjoying a delicious 3-course meal. Majestic Oaks Golf Club. 763-566-2583

Jan. 3-4, Shakopee
Pirtek Snocross National
Canterbury Park’s Snocross National brings the best extreme snowmobile riders in the country to Shakopee for two days or high-flying stunts and exhilarating racing. Watch riders soar over jumps and speed around the track from the indoor comfort of the Canterbury Park Grandstand. 952-445-6870

Event highlights around the state this week include:

Jan. 4, Pipestone
Pipestone County Christmas Bird Count

Nov. 22 – Jan. 5 (Fridays through Sundays), Chaska
Winter in Bloom Lights Display

Jan. 3-5, Breezy Point
25th Annual Ice Fest

Jan. 4, Detroit Lakes
Ultra 80s & Older Classic Cruise Snowmobile Ride

Jan. 3-5, Sandstone
Sandstone Ice Festival

Event Infor provided by ExploreMN.