Rochester Area Holiday Guide

How long are the leftovers from Christmas safe to eat? The 2-4-4 rule from health experts helps with that.

What's the Christmas song Minnesotans can't wait to hear? What about the one that everyone is sick of? Here's the most popular song and the most annoying song for Christmas in the Land Of 10,000 Lakes.

What do Minnesotans really prefer when it comes to Christmas trees?

Plan ahead now! List of 25+ stores that will be closed on Christmas day has been released for Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Are you looking for the best neighborhoods in Rochester, Minnesota for Christmas lights? Use this great guide for an amazing tour around town.

Discover the history behind New Ulm's famous upside-down Christmas tree and its connection to Christian symbolism.

Looking for a new holiday movie to watch?

Are you ready for this fun, and little crazy, mix of things we all experience every year?

If you’ve driven around Minnesota during the Christmas season, you may have noticed candles glowing in windows. It’s a simple decoration that carries a lot of history and meaning.

'Tis the season of giving, but special rules apply when dealing with the United States Postal Service.

Need a memorable holiday date idea? Look no further!

Is Minnesota going to have a white Christmas this year? The research has been complied and NOAA and the US National Weather Service have made their predications for the year.

They've made a big change in light of the holiday season.

12 tree farms and stores in Rochester and throughout Southeast Minnesota to check if you are looking for a real Christmas tree this holiday season.

12 tree farms and stores in Rochester and throughout Southeast Minnesota to check if you are looking for a real Christmas tree this holiday season.

There's no shortage of lovely baked goodies during the holidays, but when it comes to Christmas cookies, just which kind is the most popular here in Minnesota? Right off the bat, let me say that, much like beers, there pretty much isn't any cookie that I don't like ...

If you still need a Christmas tree, the Rochester Civitan Club is offering Christmas trees in Rochester, Minnesota on Saturday.

The countdown to Christmas is on! If you are looking for fun, free printables that are Christmas-themed, we've got a huge pile ready for your kids (or you) to enjoy.

Minnesotans embrace Christmas and the traditions that come with it. Whether it’s picking out the perfect gifts, decorating their homes, or preparing big festive meals, we put a lot of effort (and money) into making the season feel magical.

We now know if we be able to fill up our gas tanks or grab a box of Dunkers at Kwik Trip on Christmas Day?

The Minnesota State Capitol has seen its share of holiday displays over the years, but this one is turning heads, and sparking some heated debates.

With a recipe that's charmingly classic, this drink has become the unofficial toast of the season and is the favorite holiday drink here in Minnesota.

The famous polar bear is in Iowa!

We're just over a week away from Christmas and the snow just isn't sticking around. Is there any chance of a white Christmas this year? Here's what we know about our odds.

So much holiday fun to be had!

It also finished strong nationwide in a new study, well ahead of 4 popular New York City locations.

The attraction is hosted at Bayfront Festival Park, where parking is $10, but admission is free. It’s open nightly from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Experts have chimed in and revealed the 15 worst gifts that you can give someone as a gift for Secret Santa.

Could a popular holiday decoration be harboring a darker history here in Minnesota?

Have you visited any Christmas light shows in the area?