When do Seasonal Attractions Open? 2024 Edition

Published by Discover Stillwater on April 15, 2024

Spring is here and summer is coming soon, so here’s a reminder of all the warm weather attractions now open (or soon to be) for the 2024 season in Stillwater, Minnesota!

Tours

Hook, Line, and Sinker Outdoors: Fishing Guide Service specializing in the North East Metro lakes. Guided Day, Half Day and Evening trips available. Booking NOW!
Next Bend Birding: Guided birding & nature tours led by a professional naturalist, & fine art photographer. Booking NOW!
Stillwater Ghost Walk Tours: Spark your imagination on this Stillwater city tour with real ghost stories, paranormal experiences, recent investigations, Native American legends, and much more! Haunted walking tours start April 27.
Warden’s House Museum: Did you know Stillwater had the first State Prison? Tour the 1800s home of the prison warden. Open for tours Thurs. – Sun. beginning April 28.
Gondola Romantica: Book your romantic private Venetian gondola ride on the St. Croix River online. Perfect place for a proposal or special celebration! Now booking for cruises starting May 3.
Stillwater Trolley: Book tours online or stop by in person at their kiosk on Nelson St.. Enjoy the traditional 45 minute narrated history of Stillwater tour or a Storytime trolley ride. Tours start May 4.
Stillwater River Boats: See full public cruise schedule and book your St. Croix River lunch, brunch, or dinner cruise on the St. Croix River online. Cruises start May 11.
Biercycle Adventures: Stillwater’s own multi-person pedal bike! Opening date is May 20.

Patios, Rooftops, Decks & Sweet Treats

With nearly 20 outdoor dining options there are many sidewalk cafes and riverfront decks to dine on in downtown Stillwater. Come hungry and thirsty. Find the three rooftop patios at Portside , Brick & Bourbon, Papa’s at Water Street Inn.

MN Nice Crea m: Soft serve + toppings + glitter! OPEN!
Nelson’s Ice Cream: Get the famous giant child sized ice cream cone or try the lumberjack. OPEN!
Aamodts Apple Orchard, Thor’s Hard Cider and Saint Croix Vineyards are OPEN Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays.
The Freight House: The largest patio in the area and updated taproom featuring music and DJ on weekends. OPEN, Thursday – Sunday!
The Dock Stillwater: The Dock is a one-of-a-kind dining experience on the banks of the St. Croix River. OPEN!
PD Pappy’s: Outdoor dining by the marina and live music. Opens May 3.
Sticks, The Ice Pop Shop: Hand-crafted ice pops with inspiration, these pops are made with real ingredients. Opens in May.
Papa’s Rooftop: Experience culinary excellence and stunning views of Stillwater from this iconic location atop the Water Street Inn. Opens May 15.

Marinas – Slips & Boat Rental

Ole Sawmill Marina: Pontoon rental and weekly boat slips. Now booking for rentals starting April 26.
Stillwater Boat Club & Rentals: Start booking summer fun on the water now. Look for weekday happy hour deals. Now booking for rentals starting May 15.
Wolf Marine: Open daily for all your on the water needs – life jackets, boating supplies, and even new SUP boards.
Sunnyside Marina: Transient dockage available.
Bayport Marina: Transient slips available.
Boomsite Marina: Boat launch.
St. Croix Boomsite: Public boat launch.
Free public boat slips behind the Stillwater River Boats south of the historic lift bridge. First come first serve.