So far March is coming in like a lamb. Spring has sprung a little early it seems which makes it a great time to get outside and soak up the sun. While there are many outside events taking place this month, most of the events are still online. The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade as we know it has been canceled this year, but there is a drive thru St. Patrick’s Day celebration for you to enjoy. Check out all of the events in the Twin Cities this March listed below.
Events in the Twin Cities this March 2021
Parade of Homes Spring Tour 2021
When: Thursdays – Sundays thru March 28th | Noon to 6pm
Where: Various Locations in the Twin Cities
Discover your perfect home on the Parade of Homes℠ Twin Cities. Tour 358 new homes and dozens of remodels across Minnesota this spring. Plus, explore hundreds of virtual tours online! Free guidebooks available in Holiday Stationstores starting Feb. 15.
2021 Spring Tour Dates:
Parade of Homes | Feb. 27-Mar. 28 | Thurs.-Sun. | 12-6 p.m.
Remodelers Showcase | Mar. 26-28 | 12-6 p.m.
Sistine Chapel Exhibition at MOA
When: Daily
Where: Mall of America
2131 Lindau Lane
Bloomington, MN
Mall of America brings the internationally acclaimed Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Exhibition, an immersive presentation of museum-quality, near life-size reproductions of the iconic master’s frescoes that adorn the Sistine Chapel in Rome. It will be located on level two of the North Atrium. Although this is a ticketed and timed event, all tickets will be honored as space allows. The spacious exhibit is located in the North Atrium conveniently steps away from parking and vehicle drop-off areas. COVID safety protocols mandated by the State of MN, CDC, and employed by MOA are equally enforced within the exhibit space. Last ticketed entry is one hour before MOA closes.
Saint Paul Farmer’s Market – Outdoor Winter Market
When: Saturdays thru April 17th, 2021 | 9am – 1pm
Where: Saint Paul Farmers’ Market
290 5th Street E
St. Paul, MN
At our Lowertown Market in Saint Paul shoppers will find locally grown, fresh produce, root veggies, mushrooms, humanely raised meats, eggs, cheese, fine chocolates, honey and honey-based skincare products, jams, jellies, baked goods, sweets, desserts, granola, frozen pierogis and strudel, fermented foods, kombucha, bottled juices, syrups, sauces, salsas, spices, plants, beautiful bouquets of cut flowers, hot foods to go, pet treats and other specialty products from independent and local, small-batch food makers.
Ballet Tuesdays
When: March 9th, 2021
Where: Virtual Event
Landmark Center hosts FREE lunch-hour ballet performances and demonstrations, in partnership with Ballet Co.Laboratory.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, Ballet Tuesday will be ONLINE. Please, enjoy this season’s videos featuring a short performances, demonstrations, and lessons! Videos will be posted the second Tuesday of each month, and remain viewable until the next Ballet Tuesday.
Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit – Minnesota Children’s Museum
When: Now thru May 9th
Where: 10 7th Street W
St. Paul, MN
Experience the first children’s museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s award-winning series, Doc McStuffins. Join the magical storytelling as you help Doc and her friends in the new McStuffins Toy Hospital! Important information to know before you visit: All visitors, including members, must make a reservation in advance. Visits are limited to two hours. Please arrive on time and depart after no more than two hours. Bring a mask. They are required for visitors age 5 and older (and encouraged for children ages 2 to 4). Plan to practice social distancing. If you are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, please do not come to the museum.
Jazz Fest Live Featuring The Atlantis Quartet
When: March 11th, 2021
Where: Virtual Event
Formed in 2006, Atlantis Quartet is at the forefront of the twin cities modern jazz scene, having toured the Midwest and East Coast while releasing five albums to critical acclaim. In 2015, the group was awarded the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians. Featuring four of Minnesota’s most exciting improvisors and composers, saxophonist Brandon Wozniak, guitarist Zacc Harris, bassist Chris Bates, and drummer Pete Hennig.
Plucked! Home – Interior Design Spotlight
When: March 13th, 2021
Where: Union Depot
214 4th Street East
St. Paul, MN
Furniture, fabric and decor galore! Featuring all things for your home, from interior designer specialty items to hand-made furniture and home decor all wrapped in a chic shopping environment. Free event. There is a VIP option that includes 1 hour early entry, a morning cocktail, and first crack at all the homegoods!
An Irish MASK – arade: A St. Patrick’s Day Drive-Thru Celebration
When: March 17th, 2021 | Noon – 3pm
Where: Virtual Event
In place of the traditional parade, the St. Patrick’s Association is hosting the 2021 Irish Mask-arade, a drive-thru event providing would-be parade goers a fun St. Patrick’s Day alternative. The “reverse parade” has attendees traveling through the route to see stationary parade units. All advanced reservations are sold out, but you can participate virtually via a live broadcast on the St. Pat’s Association Facebook page starting at Noon.
