When do Seasonal Attractions Open?!? – 2026 Edition

Published by kelly on April 20, 2026

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 2026 season in Stillwater, Minnesota!

 

Tours

• Gondola Romantica: Book your romantic private Venetian gondola ride on the St. Croix River online. Perfect place for a proposal or special celebration! Cruises starting May 1.
• 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 begin May 15. 
• 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.
• 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. Weekend tours begin April 18; Daily tours begin May 1.
• 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 begin May 9.

Patios, Rooftops, Decks & Sweet Treats

• MN Nice Cream: Soft serve + toppings + glitter! OPEN Now Fri. – Sun!
• 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 weekends!
• The Freight House: The largest patio in the area and updated taproom featuring music and DJ on weekends. Stay tuned for patio opening … 
• PD Pappy’s: Outdoor dining by the marina and live music. Opens Friday, May 1. 
• 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. OPEN! 

Marinas – Slips & Boat Rental

• Ole Sawmill Marina: Pontoon rental and weekly boat slips. Now booking for rentals starting May 1.
• 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.
• Public boat launches: St. Croix Boomsite and St. Croix Crossing Bridge site are both OPEN.
• Free public boat slips: Behind the Stillwater River Boats south of the historic lift bridge. First come first serve.

Outdoor Fun

• Teddy Bear Park: Downtown playground for kids ages toddler – 8. OPEN!
• Wahoo Adventures: Guided kayak and biking tours. Booking NOW!
• St. Croix SUP: Stand up paddleboard rental available once weather warms.
• Brown Dog Paddleboard Co.: Group rentals and SUP yoga events as weather warms.
• Rent St. Croix: Jet Ski Watercraft rentals delivered to you. Booking NOW!

Golf Courses

All golf courses are now open for the season, for a complete list visit our golf webpage.

It’s clear that there is so much to do in Stillwater that you will definitely want to stay for a whole weekend! Also, check the events calendar to see what events are happening the weekend you visit. Whenever you come, Stillwater is ready for you!

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