Visit Saint Paul Launches Patio Passport

SAINT PAUL, Minn. (June 12, 2023) – Visit Saint Paul is introducing the ‘Patio Passport: Summer Playlist’, a trail of 20 local patios launching just in time for summer. The passport invites the community to experience a full-flavored adventure of culture and fun throughout the city’s neighborhoods. The trail highlights 20 patios in Saint Paul, MN helping locals and tourists alike find the best places for an incredible outdoor dining experience with chances to win prizes along the way.

“We cherish our warm-weather months in Minnesota and have an eclectic and diverse mix of patios around the city, making Saint Paul a go-to destination for those looking for a unique outdoor dining experience,” said Chelsea Fey, Marketing & Partnership Director.

To participate, patio enthusiasts can visit www.visitsaintpaul.com/patiopassport/ to sign up. The passport not only highlights local patios, but also gives diners the chance to win prizes. Users can earn rewards by visiting patios and checking in at restaurants. Here’s how it works:

Step 1 – Get Your Pass
This mobile exclusive passport is a collection of curated restaurants and breweries where you can enjoy summer patios.

Step 2 – Receive a Text
Your passport will be instantly delivered to your phone via text and email and is ready to use immediately. There is no app to download. Your pass can be saved to your phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access.

Step 3 – Redeem
When visiting a participating business, simply open your pass and check in to earn points. Points earn prizes such as vinyl stickers, Saint Paul socks, patio gift cards and a chance to win a grand prize of a Saint Paul Weekend Getaway. Visit all of the patios and get added to the Patio Pro Wall of Fame.

Participants have until Monday, September 4th (Labor Day) to earn rewards and win prizes. For more information and to view a full list of the 20 restaurants and breweries on the Patio Passport, visit www.visitsaintpaul.com/patiopassport/.

Patio Passport: Summer Playlist goers are encouraged to use the hashtag #MySaintPaul & #SaintPaulSummerMix on social media and to follow Visit Saint Paul on Facebook at www.facebook.com/VisitSaintPaul and Instagram at @visitsaintpaul.

The Patio Passport is part of Visit Saint Paul’s Summer Marketing Campaign, Summer Mix, inviting travelers to enjoy Saint Paul’s unique hotels, restaurants, attractions, shopping and outdoor activities. The campaign highlights the city’s diverse summer schedule of events including cultural festivals, concerts, performances and sporting events.

About Visit Saint Paul

Visit Saint Paul is the official convention and visitors bureau for Minnesota's capital city of Saint Paul. Our mission is to generate economic growth for Saint Paul by effectively marketing the RiverCentre campus, Saint Paul, and the region as a preferred convention and tourism destination for all cultures and groups. For more information, visit VisitSaintPaul.com.

For more information, contact Chelsea Fey, Visit Saint Paul, 701-220-7788, cfey@visitsaintpaul.com