Twin Cities November 2025: A Local’s Guide to the Month’s Best Events
November in the Twin Cities carries the familiar shift of crisp air rolling in, golden leaves fading to frost, and cozy nights inviting us indoors. At Pao, we love spotlighting the local businesses and experiences that make a place feel like home. This month is all about bridging the gap between seasons - celebrating community, creativity, and connection
If you’re looking for things to do in the Twin Cities, this guide will help you make the most of it!
Outdoor & Active Experiences
November 1, 2025 • 8am start
Start at Anchor Coffee House; finish at PLNT BSD
The WBL Run Club is wrapping up its season with one final jog from Anchor Coffee House to PLNT BSD. This club perfectly blends fitness and community. Runners and walkers can enjoy a crisp morning workout, then cool down with plant-based smoothies and good conversation. It’s local, low-key, and exactly the kind of fall Saturday that makes White Bear Lake special!
Food & Drink Highlights
Salt & flour After Dark: Date Night To Late Night
November 1, 2025 • 9pm
Salt & Flour Kitchen, 350 N 5th St, Minneapolis
Salt & Flour is turning down the lights and turning up the vibe for its After Dark series. A night of cocktails, small bites, and DJ sets that stretch from date night to late night. It’s the perfect excuse to get dressed up, grab a friend (or someone special), and experience the North Loop’s coziest new restaurant after hours.
Vendell Coffee Haus × Euro Boutique: Christmas Shopping Event
November 9, 2025 • 2pm-5pm
1440 Duckwood Dr Eagan, MN
Holiday shopping meets local café culture at Vendell Coffee Haus’s festive collaboration with Euro Boutique. Sip a latte, browse handcrafted gifts, and support small makers all in one stop. It’s the kind of cozy, community-driven event that turns errands into something enjoyable.
November 18, 2025 • 6pm-8pm
Pub 819, 819 Main St, Hopkins
Pub 819’s whiskey dinners are known for bringing serious flavor and good company together, and this five-course pairing with 2XO Whiskey is no exception. Expect elevated comfort food, craft whiskey flights, and that easy-going Hopkins hospitality that makes every seat feel like the best one in the house.
Arts, Music & Performances
November 22, 2025 • 9pm
First Avenue & 7th Street Entry
First Avenue brings the heat this November with Debí Tirar Más Fiestas - The Bad Bunny Party, presented by @nochedevibrassinti. Expect infectious reggaeton beats, high-energy dancing, and an atmosphere that turns one of Minneapolis’ most iconic venues into a full-on Latin music celebration. It’s the kind of night you won’t forget - or want to end.
Festivals & Cultural Gatherings
November 28 - December 21, 2025 (open Fri, Sat & Sun)
240 E. Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul.
Kick off the holidays with the European Christmas Market at Union Depot, a beloved Twin Cities tradition filled with handmade crafts, festive lights, and the comforting scent of Glühwein in the air. Wander through stalls of artisans selling ornaments, gifts, and European-style eats - it’s like stepping into a winter postcard right in downtown St. Paul.
Saturday & Sundays, Nov 1 - Dec 21, 2025 • 10am-2pm
Wagner’s Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S
The Field and Festival Holiday Market returns for the season, running every weekend through December. Hosted outside Keg and Case, the market features rotating local vendors selling everything from handmade crafts to small-batch foods. It’s the perfect Saturday stroll spot - festive, local, and full of good finds.
November 15, 2025 • Various times
Kindred Studios, St Paul
Kindred Collective’s Holiday Market brings together local makers for a relaxed day of shopping, community, and seasonal cheer - with the added bonus of free parking. Expect thoughtfully made goods, cozy décor, and plenty of reasons to linger and chat with creators.
Unique & Quirky Events
November 12, 2025 • 5:30pm
Bakehouse, 4615 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park
After a series of sold-out classes in October, Minnie’s Cookies returns to The Bakehouse for another cozy cookie-decorating session. Learn to bake, frost, and style seasonal treats while sipping coffee and chatting with fellow Twin Cities cookie fans. It’s a creative, low-key way to spend a chilly weeknight - and you’ll leave with a box of your own sweet treats!
November 16, 2025 • 12-2pm
Madge Home + Market, Downtown Minneapolis
Kos Bakes brings their signature Scandinavian pastries - cardamom buns, sweet twists, and modern Nordic flavors - to Madge Home + Market for a one-day pop-up. Grab a bun, browse local home goods, and soak in the cozy downtown vibe. A perfect Saturday afternoon pairing of design and dessert! Make sure to keep an eye on their Instagram for more events!
November 16, 2025 • 12-3pm
2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis
The Northern Clay Center opens its doors for its Annual Winter Open House, featuring ceramics from over 85 local artists - from sculptural pieces to jewelry and studio tools. Visitors can shop, meet artists, and even try a quick hands-on clay activity. It’s a true celebration of Twin Cities creativity and community craft culture.
November in the Twin Cities is packed with energy, with neighborhood markets and creative pop-ups to food-forward nights out. Each event adds its own spark to the local scene, so you don’t have to spend fall on your couch!
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