holiday guide

Indoor roller skating, face painting, live music and more are all happening this year at the Celebrate Rochester! New Year's Eve event.

Tuba Christmas has become a holiday tradition for many Rochester families, offering a fun and unexpected twist on classic Christmas music. And...it is FREE!

Bundle up! Sleigh rides are back at Forager Brewery this weekend.

Looking for Santa photos? A magical Breakfast with Santa is happening Saturday in Byron, MN. Fun for the whole family—see details and register here.

Looking for a top holiday event in Minnesota? Explore 80+ trees at Rochester’s Festival of Trees 2025 and browse the gorgeous photos our team took the other night.

Is Kwik Trip open on Thanksgiving 2025 in Minnesota? Here’s the latest info on store hours and holiday availability.

Rochester’s holiday season just got brighter as a Grammy Award–winning artist, Michael Bublé helped turn on 24/7 Christmas music at a favorite local station.

Looking for a holiday tradition that feels straight out of a Christmas movie? S’mores With Santa at Sargent’s on 2nd delivers all the warm, wintery vibes.

Capture the holiday magic! The Apache Mall has revealed when Santa will be on-site for photos with Rochester kids (and adults!).

Your ultimate guide to finding a real Christmas tree near Rochester, MN! Explore 12 farms and lots with the best selections and holiday cheer.