No longer is the day of standing in line for two hours like Ralphie in 'A Christmas Story,' or perhaps like your own personal memory as a child. Book your visit with Santa now.
Think there's nothing to do? But there's something for everyone in Central MN. How about a cheese and spirit tasting at St. Cloud's Iron Street Distillery.
Lo and behold a 'reservations only' lutefisk dinner is coming up in December. If you are a fan of the fish dish, it's a bit of a drive, but I'm sure it would be worth your time.