Warning, you are now approaching the busy zone. Secure a constant flow of caffeine, try to keep your head on straight at all times, and follow each safety protocol (you’ve seen those intense parking spot face-offs. Stay safe out there, folks). Sounds easier than it is, right? The truth is, at the heart of all the flurry that is this season, we all just want to enjoy it, but sometimes, if we’re not careful, this minor detail can be forgotten. Yes, you’ll have to start shopping. Sure, the calendar is full of kids’ concerts, winter sports, and on and on, and undoubtedly, it’s time to start planning the gatherings, the parties, and the socials, but don’t forget the fun.
Whisper it to yourself throughout the day. “Embrace the joy. It’s okay to relax. It is frowned upon to yell, ‘I give up!’ so early in the season.” So, take a day, load the kids in the car, button up your coziest coat, and explore the land beyond your to-do list. Say no to the thing that doesn’t spark joy and replace it with the thing that does. The Holiday Express won’t stop, but you can make a few adjustments to slow it down just a little.
St. Boni Motor Sports because you’re worth it
If we’re lucky (or unlucky, depending on who you ask) to have some fresh powder on the ground, take a little trip to St. Boni Motorsports. Nothing says relax and unwind like a day of connecting with Mother Nature and enjoying Minnesota’s gorgeous trails and parks. The team of experts at this premier full-service motorsports dealership will help you check you off your gift list. https://www.motorsportsmn.com/
Visit the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo
Don’t let the word November s-c-a-a-a-a-r-e you away from the magical and gently haunting experience that is a crisp walk through glowing outdoor trails and enchanting decorated landscapes at the Minnesota Zoo. Fresh air, a little exercise, and a one-of-a-kind experience make for a perfect Thanksgiving season adventure. https://mnzoo.org/jols-2024/
Take in a show at Chanhassen Dinner Theater
In this season of giving, it’s also okay to receive! At Chanhassen Dinner Theater, you’ll be gifted an afternoon or evening of amazing entertainment as all your loved ones gather around a dining table inside the theater! You’ll be served items of your choosing from a specially curated menu as you watch some of the best in the industry deliver phenomenal performances. https://chanhassendt.com/
Sample seasonal brews at Chanhassen Brewing Company
Handcrafted porters, ales, pilsners, and more taste even more inviting when sipped in a chunky sweater next to a crackling fireplace while the brisk wind howls. Gather your friends and meet at this rustic and warm taproom to relish a few brews. Oh, and did we mention? In the morning hours, they serve hot nitro cold brew, creamy lattes, and other cozy choices. https://www.chanhassenbrewing.com/
Skip town with Jet Linx
Out of this world (or state or country) early Christmas present, anyone? Escape reality for a while on a Jet Linx charter! Get the VIP treatment on their Citation Sovereign or Challenger 350, then bask in the envy of everyone around you. To-do list? What to-do list? https://www.flyexclusive.com/about
Take a day, load the kids in the car, button up your coziest coat, and explore the land beyond your to-do list. Say no to the thing that doesn’t spark joy and replace it with the thing that does!