Rochester Area Holiday Guide
Latest Holiday Stories, Events, and More
Hey Minnesota, St. Jude Wants All Of Your Old Christmas Cards
Hit that "like" if you've still got a Christmas card sitting in a pile somewhere in your house right now.
MN Band Teacher Surprises Students w/ Xmas Carols Outside Homes
Chaska Middle School West band teacher Eric Songer went Christmas caroling with his trombone at all 380 of his students' homes between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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.
Storm Causes Major Damage at Bentleyville Attraction in Duluth
I'm hoping we'll see "Minnesota Nice" perform a Christmas miracle.
Keep an Eye on Santa with the NORAD Santa Tracker
Santa is making his way across the globe to deliver toys to good girls and boys, and your family can track his progress with NORAD's interactive map.
Zoom Time Limit Lifted for Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin Families
Zoom even created some fun, festive backdrops for your virtual family gatherings.
Rochester Family Says, Goodbye Gingerbread, Hello Pop-Tart House
Out of the 5 houses created, which Pop-Tart House is your favorite?
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.
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?
Former Rochester Mayor, Hazama, Spreads Holiday Cheer With a Song
Do you have a favorite memory of this former mayor of Rochester?
SE Minnesota May Have White Christmas After All
Southeast Minnesota may experience a white Christmas after all.
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."
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)
Trade in That Yule Log for This 2020 Dumpster Fire Video
It's OK to laugh about 2020, right?
What ‘Home Alone’ Is Actually About
Is it a Christmas Movie or does it just happen at Christmas?
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 Students Giving Back With RPS Gives Campaign
Superintendent Michael Muñoz said RPS students typically raise over $100,000 for these charities each year.
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!
Rochester Business 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.
You & Your Kids Can Get Free Rockettes Dance Lessons at Home!
Here's how to get FREE dance lessons from the world famous Radio City Rockettes every Thursday!
Taylor Momsen Recalls Playing Cindy Lou Who in 'Grinch' Film
Wait...the "NEW" Grinch movie came out 20 years ago? This is not possible. (James)
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.
PHOTOS: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Drive Thru Light Display
For the price, $15 a person for non-members, save your money. Don't get me wrong it was nice, but it was more hassle than needed. People are driving with their headlights off, and you aren't allowed to stop to really enjoy the experience.
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.
10 Items To Help You Have A Fun Christmas At Home
Even if it's just you and your immediate family staying home for Christmas, get these items and you'll party like it's 2019 or 2021 or basically any other year than 2020.
10 Ways To Prevent Theft From Grinches During The Holidays
Unfortunately the holiday season is a time of increased theft. There are ways to protect your Christmas gifts, packages, and home.
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.