Sample St. Paul
Entertainment Guide February 2025

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice, through May 11. Travel back in time and discover what life was like when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Dig for fossils, explore a swampy bog and oozing volcano, climb through icy terrain and more.

Exhibits and activities include “The Scramble,” “The Studio,” “Creativity Jam,” “Sprouts,” “Our World,” “Forces at Play,” “Shipwreck Adventures” and “Imaginopolis.” Tickets are $17 on weekdays and $19 on weekends. Admission is free the first Sunday of each month; reservations are required. The next free date is February 2.

“Girlhood (It’s complicated),” through June 1, 2025. This exhibit from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History features more than 100 objects that explore how young women have influenced politics, education, work, health and fashion.

“Reframing our Stories” is featured through October 2025. The exhibit was created from a decades-old box of photographs simply labeled “Indians.” Inside the box were dozens of pictures of Native community members, organizations, activities, and events that are relevant today.

“Our Home: Native Minnesota” features historic and contemporary photographs, maps and artifacts that show how Minnesota’s native communities have retained cultural practices, teachings and values.

Other exhibits include “Minnesota’s Greatest Generation,” “Then Now Wow,” “Grainland” and “Weather Permitting.” Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and college students, and $8 for children ages five to 17. Admission and parking are free on Thursdays, 4-8 p.m.

“The Root Beer Lady,” through Feb. 23. Discover the story of the indomitable Dorothy Molter, the last legal non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters. The story reflects the beauty and hardships of Molter’s solitary yet satisfying life. From $25.

Courtroom 317 Concerts, all are free and held noon-1 p.m. Thousand Tongues-Music from the Philippines, Thursday, Feb. 13; Donna Stoering and Friends, Thursday, Feb. 20; Artaria String Quartet, Thursday, Feb. 27.

Mosaic Festival: Dance and Music of World Cultures, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16. Experience cultural customs from nations across the globe: music, dance, language, foods, traditional clothing, and arts and crafts. $6 adults; $4 kids; free for ages 6 and under.

HORA: Dragobete, 1-3 p.m. each Sunday in February. Learn about the Romanian version of Valentine’s Day. Free.

Ballet Tuesdays, noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11. Ballet performances and demonstrations by BalletCo.Laboratory. Free.

Urban Expedition: Czech Republic and Slovakia, 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 23. Authentic music, food, dance performances and crafts. Free.

Woodturning demonstration, 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16 in the AAW Gallery of Wood Art. Free.

Public Building Tour, 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m., every Sunday. Learn about the building’s history, gangster connections and restoration.

“Here, Now,” through May 2027. Discover 150 artworks across media from historically significant and notable new artists. All are in the M’s permanent collection. The museum is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Admission is free.

The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra concerts: Haydn’s Fire Symphony, Jan. 31-Feb. 1. Four Spirits with Abel Selaocoe, Feb. 14-15. All concerts from $16.

Minnesota Opera presents “The Snowy Day,” Feb. 8-16. A young boy wakes to find that the first snow of winter has fallen overnight – an exciting day of adventure awaits. From $37.

DRUMLine Live, 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 21. A musical roller coaster full of hip-hop, pop, American soul, gospel, jazz and more with choreographed routines and tributes to some of the greatest artists of our time, including Prince. From $34.

Fire Shut Up in My Bones, 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 23. Based on the 2014 memoir by Charles M. Blow, with music by Terence Blanchard, and libretto by Kasi Lemmons. From $15.

“The Gin Game,” Feb. 5-23. In the quiet confines of a retirement home, two elderly residents form an unexpected bond over games of gin rummy. The play poignantly examines the complexities of aging, loneliness, and the search for human connection, questioning whether life’s unpredictable “hands” bring victory or defeat. From $25.

“Broadway in Love,” 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14 and 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15. A performance of Broadway’s greatest loves songs. From $20.

Minnesota Roller Derby, 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8. From $22.

Minnesota Wedding Show, noon, Sunday, Feb. 23. Connect with wedding professionals.

“Mental Health: Mind Matters,” through Feb. 2. Unravel the layers of mental health, using empathy and understanding to analyze the specific challenges and triumphs associated with mental well-being. 

Virtual Reality Transporter – Use the VRT to hurtle through the cosmos at fantastic speeds, scuba dive into prehistoric seas, and join the astronauts of Apollo 11 as they moonwalk for the first time. $9.95.

Museum Nights, 5-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Explore museum galleries, check out special Science Live performances, enjoy food and drink, then catch an Omnitheater show. 

Omnitheater films:
“Ancient Caves,” through Feb. 14. Join scientists and cave divers to explore vast underground worlds and elaborate rock foundations in search of geologic clues about the planet’s climate history.

“Fungi Web of Life,” through April 13. The film unravels how plants and animals would not exist without mushrooms, molds, yeasts and toadstools.

“Secrets of the Sea,” through April 14. From the smallest krill to the largest whales, explore how ocean ecosystems depend on biodiversity and a surprising level of animal cooperation.

“Stellar Tours: A Star is Born,” Wednesday-Sunday. Follow the life cycle of a star through this live digital telescope show.
Tickets are $34.95 for adults and $24.95 for ages 4-17, and include an Omnitheatre show.

Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo, 7:30 p.m., January 31-February 1. The world’s toughest cowboys compete in bull riding, saddle bronc riding and bareback riding, and the thrilling winner-takes-all showdown round and women’s barrel racing. The rodeo opens at 6 p.m. each night for a pre-show event “down on the dirt,” pony rides, the chance to meet the cowboys and more. From $27.

Tyler, The Creator, Tuesday, Feb. 4. From $133.

Sebastian Maniscalco, Friday, Feb. 14. From $51.

Justin Timberlake, Monday, Feb. 24. From $79.

Portraits of Indigenous Authors and Artists, through June 30, at 3rd Floor Exhibit Gallery at the Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Now featured is a collection of fine art photography by John Ratzloff. This project started when Ratzloff was invited to photograph the life and natural beauty of White Earth Nation. His photography honors the voices and legacies of Indigenous leaders, offering a unique visual narrative that celebrates their contributions to art, culture and advocacy. Open weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

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