Whether you’re graduating this spring, in December, or still have a bucket load of credits to finish, I challenge you to make the most of the time you have left here in Winona. There is a place for everyone here, whether you are an adventurous soul, a music lover, a food coinsure or a social butterfly. To get you started, here is a list of places to eat and play as you wrap up your time here in the beautiful city between the river and the bluffs.
- Visit all of the favorite Winona restaurants:
- Jefferson’s
- Betty Jo Byoloski’s
- Blooming Grounds Coffee House
- Acoustic Café
- Blue Heron Coffee House
- Mangos
- Bub’s Brewing Co.
- Zaza’s Pub and Pizzeria
- The Boat House
- Winona Sandwich Company
- Beno’s Cheese and Deli
2. Get together a group of friends and camp on top of Sugar Loaf
3. Paddleboard or kayak on Lake Winona (or the back waters)
4. Visit the Minnesota Marine Art Museum
5. Visit J.R. Watkins
6. Go to the Frozen River Film Festival (check out dates and showtimes here!)
7. Take a study break and try out the climbing wall in Wabasha Recreation Center. Hours: Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 5-10pm Wednesday 5-10pm, Thursday: Closed, Friday 5-10pm, Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 12-6pm
8. Treat yourself to a donut at Bloedow’s
9. Listen to some live music, while sipping on a cocktail with some good company at Ed’s No Name Bar
10. Sit back and soak up some sunshine on the patio at Elmaro Vineyard
11. Join in on one of the many activities UPAC has to offer, whether it is grocery bingo or the spring concert!
Time really does fly when you’re having fun! Make the best of the time you have left in Winona before venturing out into the real world!