The perfect blend of cool urbanity and old world charm surrounded by breathtaking beauty. Yes, one city really can have it all. Lucky us. And lucky you too 🙂

Live Music Keeps Winona Hot
Music venues across the region are turning up the heat with live music that spans every genre, from coffeehouse vibes to boot-stomping bluegrass to old-time rock-n-roll.
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Minnesota Marine Art Museum Shining
Hailed as a Minnesota treasure, the Minnesota Marine Art Museum is rolling out a continuous stream of water-inspired art exhibits that everyone is falling in love with.
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The Top Five Places to See Fall Colors
As the Miami of Minnesota, Winona has the last word on fall in the state, and our color show down here is just getting started. Check out this insider list for great views.
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What's Happening In Winona
Winona Ice Fest
Winona Ice Park
January 30 – February 2, 2025
The second-annual Winona Ice Fest will offer enthusiasts a special festival experience with climbing clinics, equipment demos, social events, food and beverage discounts and, of course, exciting ice climbs hundreds of feet above the city of Winona.
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Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
1 event,
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
7 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
7 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
8 events,
Winona Ice Fest
Winona Ice Fest
The Winona Ice Fest is a collaborative event between the City of Winona, the Recreation Alliance of Winona, and Big River Climbing Guides. We are so excited to host our [...]
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
6 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
14 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
9 events,
Winona Ice Fest
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
1 event,
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
8 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
8 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
7 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
6 events,
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
Art Exhibit: “Once Upon a Shore” curated by Heid E. Erdrich
With Artists, Cole Redhorse Taylor, Tashia Hart, Jonathan Thunder, Gwen Nell Westerman & Courtney M. Leonard on view January 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026 Once Upon A Shore creates [...]
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
Art Exhibit: “Portraits of Winona County People & Places”
WCHS Collections Exhibition December 2 – March 2 In the “Portraits of Winona County People & Places” gallery exhibition, explore 13 select pieces from the WCHS collection featuring portraits and [...]
15 events,
Country Roads Small Business Super Bowl Shop Event
Country Roads Small Business Super Bowl Shop Event
Grab your besties and SCORE! Your favorite Country Roads Small Businesses are TEAMING up to make your Super Bowl and Valentine's Day shopping easy and extra FUN! •billies kitchen & [...]
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
Winter Seasonal Saturday: “Gathering Ground”
Winter Seasonal Saturday: “Gathering Ground”
Art is for everyone! Join the Minnesota Marine Art Museum for the Winter Seasonal Saturday on February 8. With $1 admission for all, this is a fun and lively day [...]
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Art Exhibit: “Currents” by Shelly Mosman
Minneapolis based photographer Shelly Mosman has evolved her craft from an 18-year career in commercial and wedding photography, to a focus on expressive and imaginative portraiture. Mosman’s work captivates viewers [...]
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Art Exhibit: “Water” by Edward Burtynsky
Over the course of five years, Canadian Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) traveled across the globe, from the Gulf of Mexico to the shore of the Ganges, while weaving together an [...]
10 events,
Frozen River Film Festival
Frozen River Film Festival
The art of documentary. The warmth of Winona. FEBRUARY 9-16, 2025: Celebrating 20 Years! View the 2025 FRFF Schedule here The Frozen River Film Festival offers programs that engage, educate [...]
Country Roads Small Business Super Bowl Shop Event
Country Roads Small Business Super Bowl Shop Event
Grab your besties and SCORE! Your favorite Country Roads Small Businesses are TEAMING up to make your Super Bowl and Valentine's Day shopping easy and extra FUN! •billies kitchen & [...]