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Many are surprised to find that St. Paul is a year-round destination for festivals, events, concerts and all-together good times. From the Minnesota State Fair in summertime to our famous Winter Carnival, the most exciting Minnesota events take place in or near St. Paul.

Head in for the next sensational shindig and stay at Crowne Plaza St. Paul, the favorite among St. Paul hotels. With our brilliant downtown location, you're never far from where you need to be. We're also a great lodging option for MSHSL events! Learn more.

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January, 2013

Body Worlds Exhibit
January 18 – May 5 | Science Museum of Minnesota | Website
The latest Body Worlds Exhibition entitled The Cycle of Life follows the human body as it changes, grows, matures, peaks and wanes in the human life cycle. See individual organs and systems, and full body figures in action poses.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival
January 24 – February 3 | Downtown St. Paul | Website
Embrace the cold at the "Coolest Celebration on Earth!" The annual St. Paul Winter Carnival features festive parades, amazing ice and snow sculptures, winter sports and the crowning of the "Royal" family. Crowne Plaza is the perfect hotel near St. Paul Winter Carnival.
Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

February, 2013

Body Worlds Exhibit
January 18 – May 5 | Science Museum of Minnesota | Website
The latest Body Worlds Exhibition entitled The Cycle of Life follows the human body as it changes, grows, matures, peaks and wanes in the human life cycle. See individual organs and systems, and full body figures in action poses.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival
February 1 – February 20 | Mall of America | Website
This outdoor event at the Mall of America will feature a 40-foot tall, LED lit ice castle made up of icicles. The shape and life of the castle will depend on the weather, and can grow over the course of the event. There will be a snow park area for children to play, fire pits to warm around, and warm drinks and mini-donuts available for purchase. Dress warm!
Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

March, 2013

Body Worlds Exhibit
January 18 – May 5 | Science Museum of Minnesota | Website
The latest Body Worlds Exhibition entitled The Cycle of Life follows the human body as it changes, grows, matures, peaks and wanes in the human life cycle. See individual organs and systems, and full body figures in action poses.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 16 | Starts at 4th and Sibley | Website
The St. Patrick's Association of St. Paul hosts this popular parade with fun for the whole family.
Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

April, 2013

Body Worlds Exhibit
January 18 – May 5 | Science Museum of Minnesota | Website
The latest Body Worlds Exhibition entitled The Cycle of Life follows the human body as it changes, grows, matures, peaks and wanes in the human life cycle. See individual organs and systems, and full body figures in action poses.
St. Paul Saints Baseball Season Starts
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
St Paul Art Crawl
April 26 - 28 | Multiple Venues | Website
A local artist initiative that brings together the arts community and public with performances, exhibitions, parade and much more.
Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

May, 2013

St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Body Worlds Exhibit
January 18 – May 5 | Science Museum of Minnesota | Website
The latest Body Worlds Exhibition entitled The Cycle of Life follows the human body as it changes, grows, matures, peaks and wanes in the human life cycle. See individual organs and systems, and full body figures in action poses.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!
May 4 - 5 | West Side | Website
St. Paul celebrates Cinco de Mayo in grand style. Attractions include a lively parade, lowrider car show, "Sound Off and Hop" showcase and live music performances.
MayDay Parade & Festival
May 13 | Bloomington Avenue & Powderhorn Park | Website
An exciting MayDay celebration unlike any other. Music, dance and interpretive storytelling spread the message of MayDay from one end of the parade to the next. Events are followed by a festival at Powderhorn Park.

June, 2013

St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Grand Old Day
June 2 | Grand Avenue in St. Paul | Website
The Twin Cities' largest block party! Get ready for a day packed with live music, street entertainment, delicious fair food and friendly people.
Stone Arch Festival of the Arts
June 14 - 16 | Riverfront District at St. Anthony Main | Website
Locals adore this FREE arts festival on the riverfront. Come for a day of live music, crafts for the kids, over 250 artist booths to explore and tasty treats.
Juneteenth in the Twin Cities
June 15 | North Mississippi Regional Park | Website
The Twin Cities honor African American heritage at Juneteenth in North Mississippi Regional Park. Events include a play telling the story of Juneteenth, an Underground Railroad re-enactment, a festival and youth sports.
Twin Cities Jazz Festival
June 27 - 29| Mears Park | Website
Three days of free music in downtown St. Paul. The Twin Cities Jazz Festival attracts top-notch jazz talent across a wide range of styles.
City of Lakes Tri-Loppet
Dates TBA | Starts at Lake Calhoun | Website
The natural beauty of Minnesota is on full display for this rigorous triathlon. Competitors test their skills with an 8K paddle, 5K trail run and 12K mountain bike.
2013 Pride Festival and Parade
June 29 - 30 | Loring Park | Website
Twin Cities Pride hosts this admission free festival in beautiful Loring Park. Festival attractions include a beer garden and Pride in Concert headline show. The annual Pride Parade is hosted on Saturday.

July, 2013

St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Red Bull Flutag
Dates TBA | Minneapolis | Website
We all know that Red Bull gives you wings, but can you take flight in your own homemade flying machine? Take your chances when you enter the Red Bull Flutag, where everyday people are challenged to construct human-powered flying machines. Not that brave? Come be a spectator as these daredevils take flight off a 30-foot high deck. Awards are given for distance, creativity and showmanship.
Minneapolis Aquatennial
July 12 - 20 | Throughout Minneapolis | Website
Minneapolis invites you to enjoy "The Best Days of Summer". This weeklong event is the official civic celebration of all things Minneapolis. Popular events include a sand castle contest, beach volleyball, parades, a block party and a huge fireworks display near week's end.
The Color Run 5k
July 14 | Minnesota State Fairgrounds | Website
The Color Run 5k is less about crossing the finish line in record time, and more about enjoying a vibrantly crazy day with fellow runners, friends and family. Walk or run the race, and as you pass each kilometer color zone, get blasted with a designated color.
Highland Fest
July 19 - 21 | Highland Village | Website
A fun summertime festival with all your classic fair favorites: music stages, amusement rides and midway, a strongman competition, juried art show, craft beer tasting and lots for the kids.

August, 2013

St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Minnesota Fringe Festival
August 1 - 11 | Throughout St. Paul and Minneapolis | Website
A boundary-pushing performing arts festival unlike any other. The performers set the pace at this grassroots, DIY-style festival.
Minnesota Half Marathon
August 3 | Upper Landing Park | Website
Open to both runners and skaters, this 13.1 mile course clears the roadway of vehicle traffic, and is an excited event with live music and camaraderie. The expo and packet pick up will be on August 2 at in the event space at Crowne Plaza St. Paul.
Irish Fair of Minnesota
August 9 - 11 | Harriet Island | Website
Harriet Island Regional Park hosts this always entertaining Irish festival on the banks of the Mississippi River. Admission and traditional Irish entertainment are free, or you can purchase all-day food and beer vouchers.
Minnesota Renaissance Festival
August 17 - September 29 | Fairgrounds in Shakopee, MN | Website
Minnesota delivers one of the nation's largest Renaissance Festivals. Attractions include costumed interpreters, live jousting, themed weekends, artisan booths and Renaissance Festival cuisine. Costumes encouraged. The festival is on weekends and special weekdays.
Minnesota State Fair
August 22 - September 2 | Minnesota State Fairgrounds | Website
The largest state fair in the nation by daily attendance. Visitors head in from all over the country to experience the "Great Minnesota Get-Together". Twelve days of State Fair excitement, with new events every day.

September, 2013

Minnesota Renaissance Festival
August 17 - September 29 | Fairgrounds in Shakopee, MN | Website
Minnesota delivers one of the nation's largest Renaissance Festivals. Attractions include costumed interpreters, live jousting, themed weekends, artisan booths and Renaissance Festival cuisine. Costumes encouraged. The festival is on weekends and special weekdays.
St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Minnesota State Fair
August 22 - September 2 | Minnesota State Fairgrounds | Website
The largest state fair in the nation by daily attendance. Visitors head in from all over the country to experience the "Great Minnesota Get-Together". Twelve days of State Fair excitement, with new events every day.
Selby Avenue JazzFest
Dates TBA | Selby & Milton | Website
A laid back jazz festival with lots to see and do: an impressive collection of regional and national jazz artists, fair food with a soul food twist, artists booths and plenty for the whole family.
Concrete & Grass
Dates TBA| Lowertown's Mears Park | Website
This free event ushers in St. Paul's performance season with acts from a variety of genres including jazz, opera, chamber music, rock, dance, roots and world music.

October, 2013

St. Paul Saints Baseball Season
April 13 - October 13 | Midway Stadium | Website
Join the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team during any of their regular season baseball games held at Midway Stadium.
Twin Cities Marathon
October 6 | Starts at HHH Metrodome | Website
A host of events surround this popular annual marathon. Additional events include the 10 Mile, the 5K and 10K, the Marathon Expo and several family attractions.
Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

November, 2013

Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.
Holidazzle
Dates TBA | Nicollet Mall | Website
A full month of parades in downtown Minneapolis on Nicollet Mall. Parades are hosted Thursday through Sunday, and each night brings new entertainment to enjoy.

December, 2013

Minnesota Wild Hockey
October - April | Xcel Energy Center | Website
Catch the NHL's Minnesota Wild play each hard-hitting home game at the Xcel Energy Center, located just half a mile from our hotel in downtown St. Paul, MN.

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