Best time to visit Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN

Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN

3 THINGS TO DO IN MINNEAPOLIS–SAINT PAUL, MN (MAY 21 - MAY 31)

Cherry Blossom

Cherry Blossom

early May–early June • nature

Even though the climate of Minnesota does not favor cherry trees, St. Paul still boasts a place to enjoy beautiful sakura flowers

Hummingbird Migration

Hummingbird Migration

May–August • nature

To see the world's tiniest and most lovable bird is a rare but memorable experience in Minnesota

Niagara Cave

Niagara Cave

April–October • nature

A huge cavern is famous for its impressive underground waterfall

19 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE

X Games Minneapolis

X Games Minneapolis

overJuly 17–19, 2020 • event

An exciting Skateboard, BMX and Moto X event featuring music, gaming and more

Minnesota Fall Colors

Minnesota Fall Colors

out of rangemid-September–late October • nature

Immerse yourself in the rainbow of unbelievable fall foliage

Ice Castles

Ice Castles

out of rangeDecember–February • activity

One of the best ways to spend a winter day is to visit a magical ice castle

Defeat of Jesse James Days

Defeat of Jesse James Days

out of rangeSeptember 6–10, 2023 • event

A historical reenactment of the last raid of the famous James-Younger Gang

Sandhill Crane Migration

Sandhill Crane Migration

out of rangeearly September–mid-November  • nature

Fall is the best time to observe one of the oldest bird species on the planet

Saint Paul Winter Carnival

Saint Paul Winter Carnival

out of rangeJanuary 25-February 3, 2025 • event

One of the oldest and most popular annual festivals in Minnesota

Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Fireworks in Excelsior

Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Fireworks in Excelsior

out of rangeJuly 4 • event

Have a blast at Excelsior Bay in the suburbs of Minneapolis

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights

out of rangemid-November–early January • event

White Minnesota Christmas would be incomplete without the magic of lights

Stillwater Lumberjack Days

Stillwater Lumberjack Days

out of rangeJuly 14–16, 2023 • event

Celebration of the people, history and heritage of Minnesota

Minnesota State Fair

Minnesota State Fair

out of rangeAugust 22-September 2, 2024 • event

Witness the largest state fair in the USA by daily attendance

Christmas Lights in Minneapolis

Christmas Lights in Minneapolis

out of rangemid-November–early January • event

Plunge into the warm atmosphere of holiday lights in Minneapolis

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

out of rangeFebruary 10, 17, 2024 • event

The joyful family-friendly event at the international foods market in Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis

Balsam Lake WinterFest

Balsam Lake WinterFest

out of rangeFebruary 3, 2024 • event

Famous drag races and other seasonal activities on the shore of the largest lake in the area

Twin Cities Jazz Festival

Twin Cities Jazz Festival

out of rangeJune 21-22, 2024 • event

A great occasion to appreciate the laid-back vibes of jazz music

Hudson Hot Air Affair

Hudson Hot Air Affair

out of rangeFebruary 2-4, 2024 • event

The premier winter ballooning event in the Midwest

New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve

out of rangeDecember 31 • event

Raise a glass to the New Year in the heart of Mini Apple!

Fall Colors

Fall Colors

out of rangemid September–late October  • nature

Minnesota's twin cities have many locations to witness the beauty of the fall foliage

Minnesota Renaissance Festival

Minnesota Renaissance Festival

out of rangeAugust 17–October 1, 2024 (on selected dates) • event

The long-standing fall tradition in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area

Ramble Jam

Ramble Jam

on holdSeptember 13–14, 2019 • event

Two days of the best country music in Minnesota

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