— Wild Rice and Classic Cars —
North Heights Lutheran Church puts on a variety of high-quality holiday productions. Performed during the Easter season, “All Things New” is a powerful, passionate show that follows Jesus as he encounters and ultimately transforms the lives of four very different characters. The journey includes great music, live animals and a cast of hundreds. At Christmas, “It’s a Wonderful Life” is a musical adaptation of the popular film. It features a cast of hundreds, great music, dancing and, of course, the story that has captured so many hearts — now with a gospel message.
The Minnesota Horse Expo is held the last weekend in April at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and features speakers, vendors, horses and more. Demonstrations and lectures abound, and every year, there are breathtaking shows that showcase the skill and grace of both horses and riders.
The Back to the ’50s Car Show at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is held the third weekend in June and features more than 12,000 vehicles. This show, the second-largest show of its type in the world, is perhaps the coolest place to be for those bank members who remember the days of sock hops, cruising diner parking lots and the good old days.
The Minnesota State Fair at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, held for 12 days before Labor Day, is one of the largest in the country and renowned for serving any kind of food on a stick.
The Roseville Wild Rice Festival, the second Saturday in September, is a celebration of wild rice, the Minnesota fall season and Native American culture.
— City of firsts —
In addition, Roseville is the home to some fun facts. The very first Target store in the United States opened its doors in Roseville in 1962, and the first McDonald’s in Minnesota opened in Roseville in 1957.
— Hot and Hip! —
At the Flame, which was designed with the theme of fire, the food and the environment consist of various elements of fire. The unusual atmosphere features a burning torch at the entrance, a wood-burning rotisserie and a massive ring of fire.
Axel’s Restaurant embodies a hip supper-club aura through high-quality American cuisine, serving steaks, chops, fish, pastas and salads in a traditional yet modern atmosphere. Axel’s offers a complete dining experience that includes a full bar and seasonal patio seating.
— Love from Minnesota —
Love from Minnesota, a souvenir shop in Roseville, offers a variety of souvenirs, among them Minnesota Wild Rice, Sven and Ole Joke Books, Minnetonka Moccasins, Pearson’s Salted Nutrolls and, of course, Spam, a locally made product that is always an impressive hit for those back home.
Carrie Ford
CTIS
Roseville Visitors Association
877-980-3002
cford@visitroseville.com
www.visitroseville.com
