Posts with tag 'Holidays'

One of the great things about owning a home in Minneapolis is that there are so many ways to enjoy the holidays here. Holiday shopping is just one fun part of the season. And it's even better when you take advantage of the wonderful holiday markets that take place here in the Minneapolis area.

You can find a truly unique and special gift for everyone on your list. Whether you're looking for handmade, something with local flair, vintage, or a one-of-a-kind, there's something for everyone. Many of the markets also have special events like music and other entertainment, crafts for the family and kids activities, so you can create fun holiday memories and traditions with the ones you love.  

1. Linden Hills Holiday Market 2018, Sunnyside Gardens, 3723 W. 44th St., Minneapolis – Sundays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. through December 23
   With a wide variety of rotating food and crafts vendors, there's something new every time Linden Hills Holiday Market. You'll want to come back every week! You can even get your tree here too, so it really is one-stop shopping.
   
   

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Ask any Saint Paul-area resident during your search for Saint Paul homes for sale about holiday traditions, and the Christmas lights at Rice Park will surely top his or her list. With a holiday tree as bright – and tall – as NYC's Rockefeller Center tree, it's easy to see why!

Each year, Downtown Saint Paul's Rice Park is transformed into a glittering holiday wonderland, starting with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony that boasts thousands of blue lights. But with Rice Park undergoing a $2.42 million construction project that includes new walkways, grass, and landscaping, many residents wondered if the annual festivities would go on as planned.

Construction Changes

Despite concerns that area residents wouldn't be able to enjoy the holiday light display this year, the Visit St. Paul Foundation, in conjunction with the event producer, found a way for the show to go on. The Rice Park Powered by Xcel Energy Tree Lighting Ceremony was held as planned Nov. 18 – with a few modifications.

New sod in Rice Park meant heavy trucks couldn't be driven to place the lights on any interior trees. The solution? Lights were strung on the street side of the park's trees, lining the perimeter for a similar effect. Additional lighting on inside branches also helped showcase the traditional twinkle lights that usually encircle each tree.

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No matter how you celebrate, you'll see homes in Saint Paul decorated with holiday lights throughout the winter season. Many homeowners here love to get into the festive spirit and contribute their delightful spin on the holidays.

Whether you're the kind of person who enjoys climbing up to string lights or you'd rather sit back and enjoy what others come up with, you're sure to bask in the beauty St. Paul has to offer. It's the home of some of the most stunning Christmas light displays in the nation.

You'll want to visit our amazing displays all throughout the city: 

• Rice Park
  Rice Park is already well-known for the WinterSkate skating rink that opens in mid-November every year. The park's annual ribbon-cutting ceremony kicks off the light-watching season as visitors gaze in wonder at the huge Christmas tree festooned with lights. Displays will continue this year, even though parts of Rice Park are still in the midst of an intensive renovation.
  
  

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Thanksgiving foodies have a great reason to love homes in Minneapolis. The city features a number of restaurants open on Thanksgiving, offering specialized menus, complete with turkey and all of the trimmings.

This year, if you'd rather enjoy the holiday with your family and friends instead of slaving in the kitchen all day, consider dining at one of these amazing Minneapolis restaurants with their tantalizing feasts.

1. Buca di Beppo - 1204 Harmon Place Minneapolis, MN 5540
   Buca di Beppo is offering a traditional Italian Thanksgiving feast with all the trimming, including white meat turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, stuffing with spicy Italian sausage, and homemade pumpkin pie. They will also feature offerings from their Italian menu. Reservations are encouraged.
   
   

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