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| Aug 5, 2011 - May 26, 2012 | Hairspray: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres |
501 W. 78th St |
“You can’t stop the beat” of HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s musical comedy spectacular and winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical! Main Stage through May 26, 2012 |
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| Oct 8, 2011 - Apr 7, 2012 | 2012 Minnesota Wild Season at Xcel Energy Center |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
See Minnesota's professional hockey team live in action on their home ice at Xcel Energy Center! |
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| Dec 26, 2011 - Apr 26, 2012 | 2012 Minnesota Timberwolves Season at Target Center |
600 North 1st Avenue |
Check out the Minnesota Timberwolves, as they take on top ranked NBA opponents in their 2011-2012 season on their quest for an NBA Championship! |
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| Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012 | 2012 House of Comedy Performers |
Mall of America |
Located on Level 4 in Mall of America®, Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy showcases the absolute best in live stand-up comedy. Performers have been featured on Leno, Letterman, Kimmel, Conan, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing, and more. |
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| Jan 10, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012 | Forever Plaid at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres |
501 W 78th St |
Off-Broadway’s biggest hit returns for a limited engagement. The Plaids are loved for their 50s-style harmonies, precision choreography and hilarious antics. Fireside Stage through March 15, 2012 |
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| Jan 11, 2012 - Feb 12, 2012 | Disney Presents The Lion King at the Orpheum Theatre |
910 Hennepin Ave |
Following a world premiere at the Orpheum in 1997 and two sold out engagements in 2005 and 2007, Minneapolis becomes the first city in North America to host this production four times. The phenomenon of Disney’s The Lion King includes the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Let your imagination run wild at the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment.” |
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| Jan 14, 2012 - Apr 28, 2012 | 2012 Minnesota Swarm Season at Xcel Energy Center |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
Don't Miss Minnesota's very own professional lacrosse team, the Minnesota Swarm, as they take on 8 other teams in the NLL on their home turf at the Xcel Energy Center! |
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| Jan 26, 2012 - Feb 5, 2012 | 2012 Saint Paul Winter Carnival |
Various Locations in Saint Paul |
The Coolest Celebration on Earth! January 26- February 5 |
| Feb 3, 2012 - Feb 5, 2012 | Masquerade Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Regional dance competition where dancers compete for a chance to perform at nationals. |
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| Feb 3, 2012 - Feb 4, 2012 | World's Toughest Rodeo at Xcel Energy Center |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
World’s Toughest Rodeo stampedes into Saint Paul with two thrilling shows Friday-Saturday, Feb. 3-4 at Xcel Energy Center starting at 7:30 p.m. each night. |
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| Feb 4, 2012 - Jun 10, 2012 | Diana, A Celebration at Mall of America® |
60 E Broadway |
An award-winning exhibition celebrating the life and work of Diana, Princess of Wales. Direct from England, experience nine galleries with over 150 objects including Diana’s royal wedding gown, 28 designer dresses, family heirlooms, personal mementos, priceless jewels and rare home movies. |
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| Feb 11, 2012 | Tim Patrick and his Blue Eyes Band at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Swing with your valentine to the world-class, award-winning sounds of Tim Patrick and His Blue Eyes Band along with Special Guest Vocalists Jennifer Grimm and Debbie O'Keefe as they perform the love songs of Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Rosemary Clooney, Dean Martin, and many other greats! Surprise your special someone this Valentine's Day with a trip back to the golden age of music when holding hands and listening to love songs all evening meant the world. |
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| Feb 17, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012 | Move Productions Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
MOVE Productions is a national dance competition for all ages. Come out and join us for our first event in the Minneapolis region. |
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| Feb 18, 2012 - Sep 3, 2012 | Real Pirates at the Science Museum of Minnesota |
120 W. Kellogg Blvd. |
Real Pirates separates fact from fiction about the pirate trade and gives us glimpses into the lives of pirates through more than 200 artifacts, hands-on activities, captivating recreations, actors portraying crew members, and an exploration of underwater archaeology. |
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| Feb 25, 2012 | The Mists of Forever at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Experience a glimpse into what you have always longed for... a taste of unending joy. Presented by Christian Arts Ministries, "The Mists of Forever" takes you on a musical journey to the eternal city, that place of ultimate fulfillment dimly seen now, gloriously revealed later. With professional orchestra and chorus, the haunting Celtic-flavored songs will stir your heart and soul. |
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| Mar 3, 2012 - Mar 4, 2012 | Celebration Talent Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Dancers and vocalists compete in a regional talent competition for awards and cash prizes. |
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| Mar 8, 2012 | Spencers Theatre of Illusion at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Theatre of Illusion is a sophisticated production filled with original magical creations designed exclusively for The Spencers. People levitate, walk through walls, vanish, and reappear. And in one illusion, the entire audience is asked to participate in a stunning, interactive mind reading experience! |
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| Mar 9, 2012 | Jeanne Robertson at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Humorist Jeanne Robertson is an expert in humor, whether regaling audiences with her experiences as a 6'2" Miss Congeniality winner in the Miss America Pageant or outlining the steps to developing a sense of humor. |
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| Mar 10, 2012 - Mar 11, 2012 | VIP Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
VIP DANCE hosts a regional dance competition & convention for local dance studios. |
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| Mar 10, 2012 - Mar 18, 2012 | Twin Cities Auto Show at the Minneapolis Convention Center |
1301 South Second Avenue |
Featuring an estimated $15,000,000 in new vehicles and exhibits, this is the seventh largest Auto Show in the nation and the largest consumer show in Minnesota. |
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| Mar 15, 2012 - Mar 17, 2012 | 2012 Red Baron WCHA Final Five at Xcel Energy Center |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
The Red Baron WCHA Final Five has become a perennial favorite in Saint Paul. The Final Five will consist of two quarterfinal games to be played on Thursday, two semi-final games on Friday and the championship game on Saturday night. |
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| Mar 16, 2012 - Mar 18, 2012 | Hall of Fame Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Dancers compete to earn their way to the national competitions in Las Vegas, Chicago, or Orlando. |
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| Mar 23, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012 | Masquerade Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Second regional competition: dancers compete for a chance to perform at nationals. |
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| Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012 | 2012 NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey West Regional at Xcel Energy Center |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
The road to the 2012 NCAA Men's Frozen Four will once again make a featured stop in the Twin Cities. |
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| Mar 27, 2012 - Mar 28, 2012 | Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil at Target Center |
600 North First Ave |
In partnership with the Estate of Michael Jackson, this once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production will use Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. |
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| Mar 29, 2012 | Celtic Crossroads at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Back by popular demand! Celtic Crossroads is critically acclaimed as 'the most exhilarating and authentic show to come from Ireland in decades - not to be missed'. It is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship. |
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| Mar 30, 2012 - Apr 1, 2012 | Legacy Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Boasting and inspirational atmosphere in a competitive environment, dancers compete for scholarships and the coveted “Legacy Award.” |
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| Mar 31, 2012 - Apr 30, 2012 | Farm Babies at the Minnesota Zoo |
13000 Zoo Blvd |
One of the biggest Zoo events of the year, "Farm Babies" features the newest members of the Zoo family with baby chicks, piglets, lambs, calves, goat kids, bunnies and ducklings. |
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| Apr 20, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012 | Spring Festival An Arts & Crafts Affair at Canterbury Park |
1100 Canterbury Road |
Voted one the TOP 100 SHOWS in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine! Over 500 Artists & Crafters from 30 states! Handcrafted, One-of-a-Kind Home Decor & Gifts, Stage Entertainment, Plenty of Food & Drink, $30 Gift Certificates Awarded Hourly. |
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| Apr 21, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012 | Symposium Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Symposium Talent Contest is the leading organization of dance talent contests in the Midwestern United States. |
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| Apr 21, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012 | A Passage to China at Mall of America® |
60 E Broadway |
The Chinese Heritage Foundation, in collaboration with China Insight, presents the fifth annual A Passage to China. This free family-oriented event will provide ‘armchair' travelers with a wonderful opportunity to journey through Chinese culture, history, and geography. |
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| May 3, 2012 - May 6, 2012 | Masquerade Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Final regional competition. Dancers compete for a spot at Nationals. |
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| May 3, 2012 - May 6, 2012 | Festival of Nations at Saint Paul RiverCentre |
175 Kellogg Blvd W |
The Festival of Nations is the largest and longest running multicultural festival in Minnesota, celebrating cultural diversity with food, music, demonstrations, exhibits and dance. |
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| May 6, 2012 | 2012 Minnesota Ironman® Bicycle Ride & Minnesota Gran Fondo in Lakeville |
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The Minnesota Ironman® Bicycle Ride (MIBR), is the longest running century bike ride in Minnesota and the Season Opener cycling event in the upper Midwest. There has been a new timed addition to the Ironman, called the Minnesota Gran Fondo (MGF). |
| May 11, 2012 - May 13, 2012 | Wizard of Oz the Ballet at Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
The Twin Cities Ballet’s Wizard of Oz is an all new, full-length production of the familiar classic tale, done in the tradition of the great classical story ballets. "Wizard of Oz—the Ballet" promises delightful entertainment for the whole family, children and adults alike! |
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| May 18, 2012 - Sep 3, 2012 | 2012 Live Horse Racing at Canterbury Park |
1100 Canterbury Road |
Catch the excitement of the 62-day, 2012 Live Racing Season at Canterbury Park! Enjoy some family fun at Minnesota's premiere entertainment destination, with live horse racing every Thursday-Sunday and special holidays. |
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| May 26, 2012 - Sep 3, 2012 | Dinosaurs! at the Minnesota Zoo |
13000 Zoo Blvd. |
The most exciting pre-historic adventure awaits Minnesota Zoo guests in 2012 when fifteen larger-than-life animatronic dinosaurs including the popular Tyrannosaurus Rex, Gigantosaurus and Brachiosaurus will take up temporary residence on the Zoo’s Northern Trail. |
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| Jun 1, 2012 - Sep 29, 2012 | XANADU at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres |
501 West 78th Street |
Broadway’s 2008 critics’ favorite will delight audiences of all ages in a hilarious, roller-skating, disco-dancing adventure and spoof of the 1980 Olivia Newton-John film. Main Stage June 5 through September 29, 2012 |
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| Jun 2, 2012 - Jan 9, 2012 | I Love Burnsville Week |
Various Locations in Burnsville |
Do you love Burnsville, MN? Then get out and show your spirit at this week long community celebration. Activities include tournaments, 5K run, community wide garage sale, ice cream socials and more! |
| Jun 16, 2012 | International Festival of Burnsville |
Nicollet Commons Park |
Join us at the sixth annual International Festival of Burnsville from 3-9pm. During this event guests can peruse food & vendor tents and admire cultural displays. Dancers, musicians and other entertainers will exhibit the city’s diverse population and traditions. |
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| Jun 18, 2012 - Jun 22, 2012 | Masquerade Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Dancers from around the country compete for national titles and monetary awards. |
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| Jun 29, 2012 - Jul 1, 2012 | Symposium Dance Competition at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center |
12600 Nicollet Ave |
Dancers compete in the 31st Annual National Finals for awards and cash prizes. |
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| Aug 18, 2012 | 9th Annual Art and All That Jazz |
Nicollet Commons Park |
The Art and All That Jazz Festival is an annual event held the third weekend in August in Burnsville Minnesota in the beautiful Heart of the City. Now in it's ninth year, the festival has become the centerpiece of summer activities in the area, attracting over 15,000 people. Our unique blend of art vendors, amazing music acts, and food in the cultural hub of the south suburbs makes our event the place to be, and the place to be seen. |
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| Sep 5, 2012 - Sep 9, 2012 | Burnsville Fire Muster |
Various Locations in Burnsville |
Over a five day stretch, Fire Muster features wine tasting, beer tasting, entertainment, fireworks, carnival rides, kids activities, emergency personnel demonstrations, food and beverages from local restaurants, a community parade, and, of course, the fire truck parade that started it all. |
| Oct 5, 2012 - Jan 26, 2013 | Bye Bye Birdie at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres |
501 West 78th Street |
“Put on a Happy Face” with this Broadway musical blockbuster about a sleepy Midwestern town turned upside down when a rock’n’roll star visits for a publicity stunt before he’s inducted into the Army! Main Stage October, 2012 through January 26, 2013 |
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