2025 The Tasting Room: France
Step into an evening of French wines and timeless charm. Guided by Chadwick Defiel, Wine Director and Level 2 Sommelier, you’ll taste six selections from iconic regions while learning to sip and savor like a pro. Perfect for wine lovers and curious sippers alike—The Tasting Room awaits. Light dinner provided and included in price. Ages 21 years and older. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.
2025 Family Manners Class
“Friends will come and go, but you’ll always have your family.”
The most important place to use good manners is at home. Julie Frantz, etiquette consultant at the Saint Paul Hotel, will cover the 8 R’s of getting along with family as participants enjoy a lovely four course dinner. Attributes such as; responsibility, respect, and resourcefulness will be covered.
Ages 8 and up. Adult must attend with child. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies we should be aware of. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.
2025 Dancing Under the Chandeliers: Swing Dance
Experience an unforgettable evening of swing dancing in St. Paul as we debut Dancing Under the Chandeliers, a new dance event series in the Promenade Ballroom at The Saint Paul Hotel—Minnesota’s most iconic and elegant hotel.
Enjoy a swing dance lesson from 6pm-7pm taught by Dancers Studio followed by live music from 7pm-9pm by a 17-piece band, Westwind Swing Band.
- Chance to win gift certificates to The Saint Paul Hotel, The St. Paul Grill, The Drake, and The Lobby Bar.
- Cash Bar available.
- $10 flat rate valet parking.
Tickets are NON REFUNDABLE. $20 advance / $25 door.
2025 Princess Etiquette Tea
Join us for a magical morning where princesses learn how to behave like royalty. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their favorite princess attire as there will be a promenade and photo opportunity. While princesses sip tea and indulge in dainty delicacies, Julie Frantz of Everyday Etiquette, will share how to act like a lady, what it takes to be a good friend, dine like royalty, and how to let your inner beauty shine out. Songs, stories, and crafts will fill this whimsical and wonderful morning. Perfect for ages 5-10 years old. Adult must attend with child and purchase a ticket. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies we should be aware of. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.
2025 Adult Business Class
"Are you looking for a career boost?"
"Would you like to learn strategies that can help you gain confidence and present a polished, professional image?"
The Saint Paul Hotel is offering Etiquette for The Business Professional class.
During this two-hour dining tutorial, you will learn:
NETWORKING - Working any room in 3 steps,
DINING AND TABLE SETTING - Top 10 dining mistakes, 5 rules for your napkin, American and European dining,
CONVERSATION - How to be a brilliant conversationalist by using a LADDER,
FIRST IMPRESSIONS - How to successfully connect with people using the 6 S's of meeting others.
Two hours plus optional post event 30-minute discussion. Class includes a four course meal and a copy of the "Etiquette for the Business Professional" book. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies we should be aware of. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. Teenagers are welcome, however, must attend with an adult.
2025 How to Host a Great Gathering
"Set a beautiful table, fill a vase with fresh flowers, use fresh herbs and simple ingredients, and then invite someone."
Craig Clairborne said "Sharing a meal is one of life's greatest pleasures." Enjoy this dining tutorial and learn the three elements needed to entertain like a pro and enjoy your own party. Topics of menu planning, how to be a hospitable host, preparing your abode for company, and entertaining options will be covered.
Ages 21 and up as wine will be served with an elevated four course meal.
Please indicate any food restrictions. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.
2025 Children's Etiquette
Here’s what they’ll learn.
Table setting rules and dining etiquette including American and European dining. Conversation skills - how to speak with anyone and meeting and greeting others with the 6 S’s of making a great first impression. We will also cover why manners matter and common courtesy words. Class includes a four course meal. Perfect for ages 8-15 years old. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies we should be aware of. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE
2025 Afternoon Tea
We invite you to experience our Afternoon tea. This two-hour event is fashioned after England's afternoon tea and consists of a variety of tea sandwiches, savory, scone and two tiers of sweets. A pianist entertains you throughout. Call 651-228-3860 with any questions. Please leave a detailed message and we will return your call. We understand that life happens, but we will need 48 hours in advance for ONE transfer on reservations. All Afternoon Tea reservations are to be pre-paid in full at time of the reservation and are NON-REFUNDABLE.
**Please note: If you do not find the number of tickets you are looking for, that means we unfortunately do not have the ability to seat you all together at that Tea. Please select an alternate date, or phone us regarding availability** We do keep a waitlist once teas are full, please feel free to contact us. Prices range from $60- $75 per person depending on event. Price includes tax & gratuity.
Our menu changes seasonally. PLEASE NOTE any dietary restrictions or allergies that we should be aware of. We will do our best to accommodate seating requests, however, please understand that not all requests can be honored due to size of party or time of request. For groups of 9 people or more, please contact us at 651-228-3860
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Fri. December 5, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sat. December 6, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sun. December 7, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Fri. December 12, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sat. December 13, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sun. December 14, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Fri. December 19, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sat. December 20, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Sun. December 21, 2025 1:00 PM120
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Tue. December 23, 2025 1:00 PM120
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2025 It's A Wonderful Life, Live Radio Play
Celebrating our 19th season, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play returns this December! The Saint Paul Hotel presents playwright Joe Landry's acclaimed take on the classic 1946 Frank Capra film, It's a Wonderful Life. The shows are accompanied by a three-course luncheon for afternoon performances and a three-course dinner for evening performances. We are offering premium seating 1st and 2nd row seating for an extra $20 per person. All reservations are pre-paid in full at time of the reservation and are NON-REFUNDABLE. **Please note: If you do not find the number of tickets you are looking for, that means we unfortunately do not have the ability to seat you all together at that show. Please select an alternate date, or phone us regarding availability. Seating is determined in the order reservations are made, therefore the best available seats when you make your reservation, will be reserved for your group at your selected price level. All tables seat 8 guests, thus smaller groups will be combined to share a table. Social Hour with Cash Bar begins one hour prior to show time. We will start seating a half an hour prior to the show.
For parties of 9 or more, call 651-228-3860. Email confirmation serves as your ticket, NO TICKETS WILL BE SENT, and reservation is under purchaser's last name. Please stop by our registration table upon arrival to check in. It opens one hour prior to performance.
Enjoy the show and spend the night! Inquire about our special guestroom rate for It's A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play (based on availability).
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