Right now you can get a FREE personalized video message for your child from Santa! The pandemic has affected so much, and even many Santa visits are different this year (see my roundup of events in the Twin Cities). But Santa is still there, and wants to make your child’s Christmas cheerful and bright – […]
Where to See and Get Photos (Safely!) with Santa in the Twin Cities 2020
If your kids want to meet Santa and you want a nice photo, you can get both in the Twin Cities, but it’s a bit more limited this year! I’ve put this list together before but this is the first year like this! Due to COVID, many events are cancelled and opportunities with Santa are […]
Christmas in Color at Valleyfair is a DeLIGHTful Drive-Thru Experience (Review & Discount)
We went to Christmas in Color at Valleyfair on opening night, and had a great time! We were there 30 minutes total. Our ticket time was for 5:30pm – 6:00pm but we arrived around 5:15pm. There was already a line of cars but they were already going in so we didn’t have much of […]
GLOW Holiday Festival Drive-Thru Light Experience Lit Up Our Season
After hearing that Governor Walz has announced new COVID restrictions for the next month, we weren’t surprised, but certainly could use a bit of cheering up. It’s been a tough year for everyone. But not everything is closed! There are many drive-thru holiday lights events this season, and we got a sneak peek at the […]
Bachman’s Holiday Ideas Self-Guided Tour in Minneapolis – Our Review!
‘Tis the season already here in Minnesota, as many holiday events are already beginning! And one event is Bachman’s Holiday Ideas & Inspiration Self-Guided Tour! This takes place every year at Bachman’s in Minneapolis – along with a Christmas play starring Santa & Albert the Elf. Though Santa & Albert’s play will be online this […]
Holiday Lights Drive-Thru Events in Minnesota 2020
(LAST UPDATED: January 1, 2021 – List now contains 20 events, 9 of which are FREE! I’ve crossed out the ones with dates that have ended.) The weather is getting chillier and now that daylight savings time has ended, it gets dark earlier, so what does that mean? The holiday season is almost here! (I […]
Black Friday Price Comparison Sheet 2020
Black Friday deals are here! Navigating all the Black Friday deals can be so overwhelming (especially since some are starting now!). That’s why I’m excited to offer a Black Friday Price Comparison Sheet for you, which will be updated regularly! Practically EVERYTHING is on this list! You’ll find: Electronics – computers, tablets, cameras, etc. Household […]
GLOW Holiday Festival Drive-Thru Light Experience at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Of the many changes happening this year, Minnesota is now revealing new, safe ways of enjoying lights and festivities. An all-new experience, the GLOW Holiday Festival, will be at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for 46 consecutive nights from November 19th, 2020 to January 3rd, 2021! The Great Minnesota Holiday Get-Together will be a one-mile drive-thru […]
Free Live Nativity Events in the Twin Cities 2019
One of the most special and unique experiences your family can have during the Christmas season is to visit a live nativity event. When I grew up in Duluth we would go to one in our neighborhood and it was always a popular and fun event. It’s exciting for kids to see the Christmas story […]
Holiday Bonus Gift Card Offers 2019
It’s that time of year, Holiday Bonus Gift Card Offers! Many Restaurants (and some retailers) will offer bonus deals when you buy gift cards. Use the bonus for yourself or pass it on as a gift too. Either way, now is the time to stock up! Most are available till the end of the year, […]
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