Local Events

Enhance your St. Paul meeting, convention or trade show by coordinating it with one of the city's vibrant events.

Minnesota Renaissance Festival-August 21-October 3, 2010
One of the largest Renaissance festivals in the United States, the 40th annual summer fair takes you back in time to a 16th-century 22-acre village for fun, food and games. www.renaissancefest.com

Minnesota State Fair-August 26-September 6, 2010
The "Great Minnesota Get-Together" is one of the nation's largest and best attended agricultural and educational events. The Minnesota State Fair has something for everyone, ranging from amusement rides and 4-H exhibits to live music and livestock barns. www.mnstatefair.org

Twin Cities Marathon-October 3, 2010
Called the most beautiful marathon in America, the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon winds runners through scenic downtown Minneapolis and along the Mississippi River before concluding near the State Capitol grounds in Saint Paul. Register early as it fills quickly. www.twincitiesmarathon.com

Saint Paul Winter Carnival-January 27-February 6, 2011
The nation's oldest and largest winter festival attracts visitors from around the globe to enjoy parades, cultural celebrations, ice and snow sculptures and a giant snow slide. www.winter-carnival.com

Taste of Minnesota-July 2011
The Taste of Minnesota is a family-friendly celebration highlighting great food, music and entertainment. Set on Saint Paul's Harriet Island Regional Park on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Taste of Minnesota showcases top local restaurants and nightly fireworks displays. www.tasteofmn.com