Local Holiday Guide
Latest Holiday Stories, Events, and More
Show Us Your Holiday Light Displays For a Chance to Win $1,000!
Win $1,000 Cash!We're ready to light up Rochester and all of Southeast Minnesota brighter than ever this holiday season! Show us your Christmas light display and you could win $1,000 CASH!
Zoom Time Limit Lifted for Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin Families
Zoom even created some fun, festive backdrops for your virtual family gatherings.
Which Show Does Minnesota Like to Watch Most During the Holidays?
Many of us are no doubt going to fire up our TV to do some serious binge-watching over the holidays. But which show is the most popular here in Minnesota in 2020?
Storm Causes Major Damage at Bentleyville Attraction in Duluth
I'm hoping we'll see "Minnesota Nice" perform a Christmas miracle.
Former Rochester Mayor, Hazama, Spreads Holiday Cheer With a Song
Do you have a favorite memory of this former mayor of Rochester?
3 Holiday Drinks to Brighten Your COVID Christmas in Minnesota
With the coronavirus set to make the holidays a little different than usual, here are three festive cocktails to brighten up your COVID Christmas in Minnesota this year.
Time to Undeck the Halls? Storage Solutions for All Your Holiday
Packing away all of your holiday gear can be kind of a drag, but at least with great storage solutions, it can be easy. Christmas clean up is a breeze when you’ve got the right tools!
Where to Get the Best After-Christmas Deals of 2020 in Minnesota
While some of us are still trying to finish our holiday shopping, here's a head's up on where to score the best after-Christmas deals of 2020 here in Minnesota.
The Somber Reason Behind a Christmas Tree Floating in The Hudson
Forget about going down to New York City and looking at the tree at Rockefeller Center. The Hudson Valley has its own Christmas tree floating in the Hudson River in New York.
SE Minnesota May Have White Christmas After All
Southeast Minnesota may experience a white Christmas after all.
Hear Rochester Civic Theater's It's A Wonderful Life Radio Show
This is really something for the whole family! Let's support the heck out of 'em! (James)
Minnesota Retailer Wins National Award for Their Window Display
A store in Minneapolis has won a national award for their amazing holiday window display.
Secret Santa Giving Away $100,000
"You know kindness, when freely given, with no expectation in return – is, in fact, unconditional love. And that's really what we're giving them."
Mannheim Steamroller Drive-In Christmas Concert in Rochester!
it's happening this weekend at the drive-in theater, and all the profits go to area non-profits!
Free Rochester Downtown Ramp Parking Continues Thru December 31st
Do you have a favorite ramp? This may be weird, but I really like the one attached to the Doubletree. I know it's older, but I like it best. (James)
Rochester Tap House Owner's Heartfelt Thanks For Amazing Gift
This is truly amazing...what one person did to help others, even when his business was feeling the pain of the rona, too.
TikToker Brings Mariah Carey to Tears With Surprise Blend Of Her Classic Christmas Song
Mariah Carey didn't see it coming, and honestly, neither did I.
Tuesday's Drive-by Holiday Parade Will Honor Frontline Workers
The drive-by parade will feature ambulances, police cars, fire trucks, and more with their emergency lights on - some will even have special holiday lighting.
Minnesota's Favorite Christmas Cocktail is a Holiday Classic
There is no shortage of festive drinks during the holiday season, and a new survey says Minnesota's favorite Christmas cocktail is a tried-and-true holiday classic.
Not Looking Good For a White Christmas in Rochester This Year
Despite having snow on the ground in October, our chances for a white Christmas in Rochester this year continue to get smaller and smaller.
President Trump Signs Executive Order Making Christmas Eve
According to reports, Christmas Eve has been made a federal holiday. President Trump signed the executive order on Friday, making the 2020 holiday official.
Experience Christmas Magic at Rochester's Drive-thru Nativity
Live animals, characters, large hand-painted storybook pages, and a podcast will help tell the Christmas story as you drive-thru.
10 Neighborhoods in Rochester with Amazing Holiday Light Displays
Yep...there is a Cousin Eddie in Rochester.
See Holiday Lights from Around the World While Staying in MN
There's a cool virtual event that we can check out where we can see holiday lights from around the world while staying at home.
Girl Uses Inheritance to Buy Toys for Needy Kids
Hope in humanity lives on as 10-year-old Laney Matteson of Dartmouth, Mass., selflessly gives back for the holidays.
Minnesota Nurse Shamed For Her Christmas Light Display
The nurse said the lights bring her joy after long days treating COVID.
Are Real or Fake Christmas Trees More Popular in Minnesota?
When it comes to those festive trees we bring into our homes and decorate each holiday season, do we favor real or artificial trees here in Minnesota?
The Guthrie Releasing Their Virtual 'A Christmas Carol' Next Week
The Guthrie announced that they will offer a virtual performance on 'A Christmas Carol' this year. It will be available next week.