The Arboretum’s Winter Music Series is back! Enjoy live music from local performers and community groups throughout November and December. Concerts are included with Arboretum admission. Join us for a Sunday afternoon (1:30 pm to 3 pm) of holiday music featuring the Star of the North musicians! We will gather in the Visitor Center and the concert is included with Arboretum Admission; tickets must be purchased in advance and we hope you have time for a visit!
The European Christmas Market in St. Paul is the most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind in Minnesota, offering a unique shopping experience, family-friendly entertainment & intercultural activities. It is an admission-free public event based on the festive open-air Christkindl Markets that spring up in Germany, Austria, and other European countries during the Advent season.
When: Friday-Sunday until Sunday, December 19, 2021
Friday Hours: 4 PM – 9 PM
Saturday Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday Hours: 11 AM – 6 PM
Where: Union Depot at 240 East Kellogg Blvd. St Paul, MN 55101
Shop for handmade European crafts or unique gifts from local vendors, drink Glühwein (spiced mulled wine), and taste European inspired delicacies during four weekends in November and December.
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About The Market
The idea was born in 2011 and the first Market took place in December 2014.
The tradition of the Christmas Market dates back centuries and over the recent decades has transcended European borders to be embraced in different parts of the world. Our mission was to bring this great tradition to St. Paul for all Minnesotans to experience. We’ve grown over the last few years from a 3-day event with twelve kiosks to a 12-day event with nearly 50 kiosks and over 65,000 visitors.
We look forward to continuing this centuries-old tradition and supporting local artisans and vendors. The Market is fast becoming a St. Paul tradition.
The Market offers visitors unique and handcrafted items:
Christmas ornaments
nutcrackers
beeswax candles
decorative glass
wool mittens and scarves
jewelry, and more
You’ll experience the enticing aromas of Glühwein, roasted nuts, sizzling sausages, and other mouthwatering treats.
European Christmas Market provides a cultural event that will entertain the whole family and familiarize them with 500-year-old world traditions and culture.
The event creates an ambiance and celebration—to bring light to the dark of winter and add to the goodwill of the Christmas spirit. True to tradition, the event will be open to all and free of charge.
European Christmas Market’s Mission
To foster and revive European arts and Europe’s shared cultural heritage
Revive European cultural traditions in the United States
Support local artists, artisanal products, and small businesses
To educate the public about Europe’s culture and make it accessible, particularly via an authentic, charming, family-friendly holiday event in St. Paul, Minnesota, replicating the European seasonal Christmas markets that spring up each year before Christmas throughout Europe
Off-White’s Pop Of Color – Off-White Fall/Winter 2021
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On the Off-White runway, there were many variations on this daring look. A pop of color accents the inner or outer corner. Try a seasonal red, blue, gold, or green to really match the holiday aesthetic. Pick a pigmented shade to go loud, or a more subtle color to create a pleasant wash.
This season is all about the bold, festive eyes.
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BEAUTY: A truly exquisite holiday outfit requires an equally fanciful makeup look. To have one without the other would be like sipping hot cocoa without a plentiful helping of marshmallows. Don’t fret if you are having trouble coming up with something spectacular, we have all the necessary makeup inspiration straight from the fall runways.
Patron saint of beauty Pat McGrath makes an appearance, as do Euphoria-esque faces. Last season, makeup was all about the eyes, making them pop as much as possible. It was to be expected in a mask-wearing world. This holiday season, the masks are still around, though you might be able to sneak a bold lip into a small gathering. Still, one can’t go wrong with bold liner.
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Jonathan Cohen’s All Over Color
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For Jonathan Cohen, an all over eye color was employed. Here, the model is wearing a bright fuscia, but more seasonal shades can be swapped in to match the mood, or your outfit. Opt for a creme shadow for this glossy look, or stick to pressed pigments for a matte finish
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Prada’s Mixed Palette
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Prada brought in legendary artist Pat McGrath to make the case for mismatched eyes last fall. Here, she chose to alternate silver and gold to create a hard, metal look. Try out this trend with some glitters for a less imposing effect, or go even brighter with neon shadows.
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Christian Cowan’s Bejeweled Eyes
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At Christian Cowan, pastel and rhinestones were the move. Due to the popularity of the show, this sort of look will always be known as “Euphoria makeup,” but the basic elements have been used for decades. For this style, more is always more. Diamonds, pearls, and pastels are your golden ticket.
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Anna Sui’s Mod Liner
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Anna Sui opted for this retro-inspired look on their runway. Sixties’ mod makeup is back in a big way, likely due to the boldness of its aesthetic. Here, the model can be seen with a green over-the-eye line. Add in a few lash lines on your lower lid to really evoke the mod style.
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Victoria Beckham’s Bedroom Eyes
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For Victoria Beckham’s lookbook, the brand took smudged liner and the live-in look to its classiest iteration. Subtly smudged liner and a natural palette are perfect for a nighttime party, or early morning bash with last night’s mascara. Bold bangs are optional.
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Alice + Olivia’s Smoky Eye
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At Alice + Olivia, it was all about the smoky look. While this trend may not be for the family get-together, the bold party-goer will make it work this holiday season. A mix of charcoal liner and your darkest shadow should get the job done.
We look forward to seeing you at GLOW this holiday season!
Stroll through over a million lights, sElfie Plaza, three-story ice palace, bike-powered tree, State Fair Food Court, Sky Glider rides and so much more!
Sip on Kowalski’s Hot Coco, ride the Home Depot slide, or prance around Santa Land this holiday season at the Glow Holiday Festival. With plenty of wintry attractions to see (Hello Glow Palace and Tinsel Tower), there’s fun for the whole family at Glow Fest.
GLOW was designed with the health and safety of our guests and employees in mind, and we are following the current Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 guidelines to ensure our experience is safe for everyone.
Installation has begun! You can look forward to scenes like this again soon. Wintertime in Stillwater will yet again be lined with twinkling lights throughout the downtown district as of Friday, November 26th! It’s all free for you! Enjoy shopping by day and dinner, then a stroll through the lights by night.
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Discover the historic riverfront district glimmering with charm and full of festivities through March. Stillwater, Minnesota has always been a serene and romantic winter season destination but last year the town really pulled together to create a winter wonderland with new decorations and attractions, so for 2022 they are planning to build on that new tradition with even more. We’ve lit up our historic district! The tops of our historic buildings are lined with twinkle so get ready for all the lights to glow when the historic lift bridge lights turn on and Chestnut Street’s LED light show set to music begins for nightly entertainment. In 2022, you can look forward to the first annual World Snow Sculpting Championship January 18-23!
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Mainstreet Stillwater MN
Main Street rooflines will be outlined in white lights and street lamp posts donned with blue snowflakes.The historic lift bridge will be light up on both sides and the riverwalk will have decorated street lamps, too!
For the Christmas and Hanukkah holiday season, local merchants are thrilled to welcome you with many gift ideas during Black Friday and Shop Small Saturday, November 26-27th. Did you know that all 50+ shops in the historic downtown district of Stillwater are locally owned?
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mn curated
Minnesota Homesick Scented Candle: Take a deep breath of winter air with scents of the North Star State Notes of baked apple strudel and maple mix with peppermint. Top Notes: Apple, Maple, Clove; Mid Notes: Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Peppermint; Base Notes: Vanilla, Sugar, Tonka Bean. All natural soy wax blend. Hand poured in the USA.
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Head to Stillwater, MN if you prefer a charming nostalgic holiday shopping and dining experience during “Hometown for the Holidays” month-long celebration full of events. From caroling tours on the Biercycle to horse-drawn wagonette rides to an Elf takeover and a Twinkle Party, downtown Stillwater is all lit up for you to enjoy the season of giving.
Reuniting with friends and family? Book a stay so you can walk to the shops and restaurants right from your hotel! A special event open container ordinance has been allowed for Lowell Park (riverfront grassy area) area only, so feel free to enjoy your hot toddy to-go. Haven’t been to Stillwater in a while, see what’s new.
