The Insider Blog

Retail Insiders: Jahna Peloquin

When it comes to shopping in Saint Paul, few fall into the local fashionista category better than Jahna Peloquin.

Retail Insiders: Justin Sutherland

How do you shop in Saint Paul? Handsome Hog’s Justin Sutherland shows us how he does it.

Retail Insiders: Robyne Robinson

Deep roots in the Saint Paul art scene and a keen eye for craftsmanship keep Robyne Robinson coming back to Shop Saint Paul.

7 Historic & Beautiful Buildings in Saint Paul

Beautiful, historic architecture is integral to Saint Paul’s identity.

Weird Saint Paul

Do you believe in ghosts? Are you fascinated by taxidermy? Do you love to explore hidden places that tell stories without a word being uttered?

LuckyPalooza on West 7th

LuckyPalooza on West 7th will not be held in 2022, but you can create your own pub crawl!

Red Bull Crashed Ice Championship Moves On From St. Paul

The Red Bull Crashed Ice World Championship took place in Saint Paul for seven years straight! Take a look at some highlights from the most recent event in 2018.

Hmong History and Saint Paul

With the largest Hmong population of any city in the United States, Saint Paul is enlivened with the vibrant traditions and culture of the Hmong people.

Guide to Cinco de Mayo

Unfortunately, the challenges created by COVID have forced us to postpone the 2022 Festival

History of The Schmidt Brewery

The Schmidt Brewery has been a fixture in Saint Paul’s West 7th neighborhood since 1855.

Summit Avenue History: The Story of Saint Paul’s Famous Street

Did you know Summit Avenue is home to the longest stretch of Victorian-era homes in the United States? Learn more about the origin and preservation of this iconic Saint Paul street.

Shop Saint Paul: Downtown

Shop the day away in Saint Paul's historic downtown.

Top Coffee Shops in Saint Paul

For some people, coffee is a treat; for others, it’s a necessity.

An Early History of Saint Paul

Like, really early.

Six Crazy Things That Happened at CHS Field

CHS Field opened on May 21, 2015, in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood. Officially, it’s the home to St. Paul Saints baseball. Unofficially, it’s a venue for a lot of interesting events.

The History of Hockey in Saint Paul

Since hockey is such a big part of Saint Paul's culture and history, we thought a timeline would be the best way to showcase the Capital City's deeply-rooted influence on the State…

Shop Saint Paul: Selby at Snelling

With gorgeous boutique shops lining charming alleyways, the intersection of Selby and Snelling Avenues is like its own little European-inspired world.

Guide to Back to the 50’s Weekend

America's best car show returns to Saint Paul's State Fairgrounds, June 18-20. Here's what you need to know.

Destination Winter Saint Paul

The St. Paul Saints, Visit Saint Paul and the City of Saint Paul invite you to experience winter like never before at CHS Field.

6 Ways to Get Wild for the Wild

It's hockey season once again in the state (and capital city) that does it best. Here's how we get fired up for the Minnesota Wild in Saint Paul.

Shop Saint Paul: Grand Avenue

When it comes to shopping in Saint Paul, you’ll find darn near everything you need on Grand Avenue.

Who to Bring to the Brewery

You have a lot of friends. We have a lot of breweries. Coincidence? We don't think so.

Everyday Poems for City Sidewalks: A Guide to Saint Paul’s Sidewalk Poetry

Saint Paul’s “Everyday Poems for City Sidewalks” is one of the city’s most beloved art installations. A “city-sized book of poetry”, the poems are known to unexpectedly pop up under your feet…

Tale of the Tape: Saint Paul vs. Minneapolis

What’s the difference between Saint Paul and Minneapolis? We’re glad you asked...