Discover Stillwater — Stillwater, Minnesota

Stillwater, Minnesota is a must-see destination for your next meeting or event. Long considered one of America’s Most Picturesque Towns (USA Today Travel), Stillwater is among the Best American Towns for Fall Colors, Best U.S. Towns for Antiquing, Best Twin Cities Day Trips, Best Minnesota Weekend Getaway, America’s Prettiest Painted Places, and Most Romantic Cities. The charming, historic river town offers incredible scenery, warm hospitality, and one-of-a-kind experiences.

Event Location


Located on the picturesque St. Croix River, Stillwater is the birthplace of Minnesota and just 30 minutes from the bustling Twin Cities metro area. Brimming with history, quaint architecture, and stunning views of the river and surrounding tree-lined bluffs, it is popular year-round destination for both businesses and families alike.

Event Activities & Attractions


• 100+ locally-owned boutiques, restaurants, and attractions in a delightful, easy-walkable downtown area
• Activities include Segway tours, trolley rides, paddleboat river excursions and dinner cruises, DIY workshops, a BierCycle, cooking classes, historic walking tours, culinary tours, nightlife and live music, kayaking, biking, hiking, skiing
• Attractions include historic homes, museums, art galleries, ice castle, historic lift bridge to Wisconsin
• Annual events include grape stomp, farmer’s market, apple fest, Lumberjack Days, bluegrass festival, arts festival

Event Lodging


• Lodging capacity of nearly 400 guest rooms
• Accommodations to fit every budget and taste
• Charming B+Bs, historic downtown inns, comfortable hotels, house and loft rentals for groups

Meeting Spaces


• 20 distinct meeting spaces
• Space for groups as few as 20 or as many as 600
• Intimate loft board rooms and grand ballroom venues

Event Catering & Dining


• 40+ local restaurants
• Fine and casual dining in a wide variety of cuisines including American, Irish, German, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, and Thai
• Local whisky lodge, speakeasy, wineries, culinary kitchens, private dining rooms, rooftop terraces, and more
• Talented and award-winning local chefs

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