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Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page [ [link removed] ]. ? [ # ] "Enter Your Dream State" ? an image of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train / Canadian Pacific [ [link removed] ] HOLIDAY TRAIN ROLLS INTO MINNESOTA [ [link removed] ]
All aboard! The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will stop in 20 Minnesota towns on its annual ride (2023 is its 25th anniversary!) through the northern U.S., bringing live entertainment and Christmas cheer in exchange for donations to local food banks. ? [ [link removed] ] ? an ad to learn about must-see theatre and performances in Minnesota this winter [ [link removed] ] ? an image of the European Christmas Market at night at Union Depot in St. Paul [ [link removed] ] LET?S GO SHOPPING [ [link removed] ]
Minnesota invented the modern-day mall (Edina ? a suburb just south of Minneapolis ? boasts the country's first enclosed shopping center) and happens to house the most famous mall in the world. True to our DIY tendencies, our small-town streets are also lined with independent shops run by real people making their dreams come true. ? [ [link removed] ] ? Dream State compass [ [link removed] ] ? FROM OUR PARTNERS an ad to visit Cook County this winter for a variety of snow sports [ [link removed] ] ? an ad to visit Lake of the Woods this winter for full service ice fishing [ [link removed] ] ? ? an image of Kiwanis Holiday Lights in Mankato courtesy of SPX Sports [ [link removed] ] 10 WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN MINNESOTA [ [link removed] ]
With fresh snow, towering pines, light displays, seasonal treats and festive activities, the holidays are a magical time in Minnesota. Make the most of all that the season offers with these spirited events. ? [ [link removed] ] ? an image of a people admiring a glowing ice sculpture at night during the Luminary Loppet in Minneapolis - courtesy of Paul Vincent [ [link removed] ] 10 THINGS TO DO IN MINNESOTA THIS WINTER [ [link removed] ]
Just because the sun isn't out doesn't mean the swimsuits and beach towels have to go back into storage. Indoor water parks are a popular destination in Minnesota, and they're open year-round. ? [ [link removed] ] ? an ad on how to plan the perfect winter getaway in Minnesota [ [link removed] ] ? ? DECEMBER EVENTS ?

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BLACK
NATIVITY
Through December 24
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BENTLEYVILLE ?TOUR OF LIGHTS?
Through December 26
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Through December 30
Minneapolis [ [link removed] ]



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GLOW HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
Through December 31
St. Paul [ [link removed] ]



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KIWANIS HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Through December 31
Mankato [ [link removed] ]



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WINTER LIGHTS 2023
Through December 31
Chaska [ [link removed] ]



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SEVER'S HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2023
Through December 31
Shakopee [ [link removed] ]



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DARK SKY FESTIVAL 2023
December 7-9
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