Hello, Spring

Welcome the season with our guide to picnic spots, trails, farmers markets, and more around the state

Photo by Kelly Povo

After Minnesotans spend six months of winter snuggled up by the fire, out on the ice rink, or just crossing our fingers for a non-slippery commute, spring’s arrival feels so, so earned. To help you usher in the season, here’s our “Hello, Spring” series in four delightful parts, featuring our favorite ways to rediscover a Minnesota that’s thawing in the sunshine.

Eat, Drink, and Gather

In this guide: Find early-spring veggies at a farmers market, enjoy the sunshine on a local restaurant’s patio, or check out a recipe from a Twin Cities chef that features seasonal ingredients. Read more.

Courtesy of Rochester Farmers Market

Get Outdoors

In this guide: Explore a new hiking trail, learn to identify spring wildflowers with a local expert, or get started in your garden. Read more.

Photo by Kelly Povo

Bite-Sized Spring Breaks

In this guide: Escape to warmer climes at a Minnesota spa or conservatory, take a “forest bathing” walk, or read a spring-inspired book to beat the end-of-winter blues. Read more.

Courtesy of Hewing Hotel

Let the Games Begin

In this guide: Try your hand at disc golf, learn something new about the Minnesota Twins, or catch a game with the Loons as the spring sports season kicks off. Read more.

Courtesy of the Minnesota Twins