Northern Home Grand Opening, Groundswell Fire, & Grand Old Day!

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🕺 Upcoming Events

Grand Old Day

The official Kickoff to Summer! The largest single day celebration in the Midwest has been a St. Paul tradition for over fifty years and brings over 200,000 people to the avenue. Vibe to dozens of live concerts, shop hundreds of local vendors, enjoy the family-friendly parade and plenty of other events!

PLUS! Check out the new Grand Old Day app proudly built and sponsored by Ambit Media Company to help you make the most of St. Paul’s biggest summer tradition!

Here’s what’s inside:
🗺️ Interactive Map – Easily find vendors, music stages, events, and more
🛍️ Vendor Guide – See who’s selling what and where to find your favorites
🎶 Custom Schedule – Bookmark must-see performances, activities, and vendors
🚗 Transit Planning – Plan your trip with Moov Rideshare & Metro Transit
🎟️ Music Passes – Skip the line and purchase passes in advance

📆 Mark your calendar for this Sunday, June 1st and come participate in the Kickoff to Summer on Grand Ave!

📍 June 1st | Grand Avenue, Saint Paul

🎉 Grand Openings

Northern Home Candle Co.

Northern Home Candle Co. is celebrating the grand opening of its first retail shop this Saturday, May 31, 2025, in North Saint Paul, MN. Stop by to explore their handcrafted, nature-inspired soy candles and wax melts. Each purchase supports conservation efforts, making it a perfect opportunity to shop sustainably and support a local business.

📍 Opening May 31st | Saint Paul

🗞️ Top Posts by Local News Accounts

🥖 Upcoming Pop Ups & Markets

Community Roots Eid Holiday Bazaar

The Community Roots Eid Holiday Bazaar is a fun, family-friendly event with local shopping, tasty food, music, and more. It’s a great way to celebrate Eid, support small businesses, and enjoy the rich culture and community vibe of Lake Street.


📅 Sat, May 31st
📍 1201 E Lake St, Minneapolis

International Marketplace Eid Bazaar

The International Marketplace is excited to host the Eid Bazaar! Join them for a day of celebration, community, and culture 😃 Arts and crafts, abayas, Indian and Pakistani clothing, ethnic jewelry, henna, Eid gifts... Save the date!

📅 Sun, June 1st
📍 1622 West End Blvd, St Louis Park

🤩 Top Recent Posts

👋 New Accounts to Follow

Plant Bar Cafe

Plant Bar Cafe is a juice bar operating in Saint Paul, providing fresh and nutritious drinks to individuals desiring to live a healthier life.

The Urban Edge

Local, family-owned pet supply shop offering quality goods for your furry friends. Focused on community and care, they’re looking to start hosting markets soon—stay tuned!

Sacred Grove Organics LLC

Women-owned and rooted in wellness, Sacred Grove Organics crafts microdose hemp products with premium ingredients and great taste. Their signature edible, the Magic Melt, is made with hemp-infused butter and melts in your mouth for a smooth, balanced buzz.

The Occasion LLC

The Occasion LLC makes it easy to slay any day with luxury press-on nails that are cute, reusable, and way more fun (and affordable) than a salon visit.

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Total number of local accounts

740

Total number of professional accounts

226

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