04 January 2026
Twin Cities Ablaze with Hockey, Lights, and Holiday Fun
What to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
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Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's buzzing in Minneapolis-Saint Paul today and through the week. It's a hockey-packed, light-filled extravaganza as the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship kicks off, turning the Twin Cities into the State of Hockey's epicenter.
Right now on this Sunday afternoon, lace up for the Bold North Breakaway Fan Festival at Saint Paul RiverCentre and Rice Park. From 2 to 8 p.m., dive into free winter magic: hit the TRIA Skills Rink for skating, bump around on Securian Financial Bumper Cars on Ice, or cozy up at the PNC Bank Bonfire Zone with hot cocoa. Inside RiverCentre, catch the Explore Minnesota Watch Party Room showing World Juniors games starting at 3:30 p.m., plus a 2:15 p.m. session on Breaking the Ice about mental health and recovery. Rice Park sparkles with horse and carriage rides every 20 minutes, Saint Paul Pioneer Press Trolley Rides & Tales every 30, and photo ops at the We Love Hockey sign. Minnesota Sports and Events calls it the ultimate celebration with interactive games, live DJs, and a Hockey Moms Market for 40 local vendors.
Just minutes away at CHS Field in Lowertown, the GLOW Holiday Festival wraps its final day until 9 p.m. Marvel at over a million twinkling lights, zip down Vixen's 300-foot Zipline 34 feet high, or slide the 120-foot Giant Snowy Slide with skyline views. Wander the new Royal Realm with its 30-foot Fairytale Castle, Majestic Garden, and glowing Royal Zoo animals. Kids love the Penguin Playground and Merry Carousel, while the GLOW Spectacular syncs lights and music every 20 minutes around the 60-foot Tremendous Tree. Grab s'mores at Reindeer Run fire pits or festive treats at Blitzen’s Lounge. Visit Saint Paul reports adults at $20.75, kids 3-12 at $12.75.
Over in Minneapolis, the Twin Cities Auto Show revs up at the Convention Center through January 11, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. Test Camp Jeep's off-road course, explore the Electric Vehicle Neighborhood, and ride-along new models from hundreds of brands. It's family-friendly with free kid entry and Subaru pet adoptions. 365 Twin Cities highlights half-price Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Keep the blues rolling at Blues Saloon in Saint Paul with the Road to Memphis Fundraiser from 1 to 5 p.m., courtesy of Minnesota Blues Society. Or step back to 1910 Christmas at James J. Hill House with Holidays on the Hill tours all afternoon.
This week stays electric with Bold North Breakaway daily from 2 to 8 p.m., Auto Show roaring on, and World Juniors games at 3M Arena at Mariucci. Bundle up, listeners—your Twin Cities adventure awaits!
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Right now on this Sunday afternoon, lace up for the Bold North Breakaway Fan Festival at Saint Paul RiverCentre and Rice Park. From 2 to 8 p.m., dive into free winter magic: hit the TRIA Skills Rink for skating, bump around on Securian Financial Bumper Cars on Ice, or cozy up at the PNC Bank Bonfire Zone with hot cocoa. Inside RiverCentre, catch the Explore Minnesota Watch Party Room showing World Juniors games starting at 3:30 p.m., plus a 2:15 p.m. session on Breaking the Ice about mental health and recovery. Rice Park sparkles with horse and carriage rides every 20 minutes, Saint Paul Pioneer Press Trolley Rides & Tales every 30, and photo ops at the We Love Hockey sign. Minnesota Sports and Events calls it the ultimate celebration with interactive games, live DJs, and a Hockey Moms Market for 40 local vendors.
Just minutes away at CHS Field in Lowertown, the GLOW Holiday Festival wraps its final day until 9 p.m. Marvel at over a million twinkling lights, zip down Vixen's 300-foot Zipline 34 feet high, or slide the 120-foot Giant Snowy Slide with skyline views. Wander the new Royal Realm with its 30-foot Fairytale Castle, Majestic Garden, and glowing Royal Zoo animals. Kids love the Penguin Playground and Merry Carousel, while the GLOW Spectacular syncs lights and music every 20 minutes around the 60-foot Tremendous Tree. Grab s'mores at Reindeer Run fire pits or festive treats at Blitzen’s Lounge. Visit Saint Paul reports adults at $20.75, kids 3-12 at $12.75.
Over in Minneapolis, the Twin Cities Auto Show revs up at the Convention Center through January 11, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. Test Camp Jeep's off-road course, explore the Electric Vehicle Neighborhood, and ride-along new models from hundreds of brands. It's family-friendly with free kid entry and Subaru pet adoptions. 365 Twin Cities highlights half-price Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Keep the blues rolling at Blues Saloon in Saint Paul with the Road to Memphis Fundraiser from 1 to 5 p.m., courtesy of Minnesota Blues Society. Or step back to 1910 Christmas at James J. Hill House with Holidays on the Hill tours all afternoon.
This week stays electric with Bold North Breakaway daily from 2 to 8 p.m., Auto Show roaring on, and World Juniors games at 3M Arena at Mariucci. Bundle up, listeners—your Twin Cities adventure awaits!
Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI