Join us Sunday, December 10 from 12:00-2:00pm for an extra special open house to kick off the holiday season! No RSVP needed, bring your loved ones to come and celebrate the holiday season with PAIKKA. Open to all!

FEATURED VENDORS: 

cafe lighting by Phos, bites by Surdyk's, floral by Ergo, and live music and libations provided by yours truly

We will be collecting donations for Women’s Advocates, a St. Paul organization that walks with victim-survivors to break the cycle of domestic violence. View their current supply needs here.

Join us on Sunday, November 12th for PAIKKA’s 7th Annual Holiday Bazaar! Eat, drink and shop your hearts out. ✨ 11am-5pm, $10 suggested entry fee.

Featuring: Wacks Co., Sophie Kissin Jewelry, IDUN, Serious Jam, Lucy Voller, Well Rooted Teas, Nikki Ceramics, Sockeyed Seafood Co., Fireweed Community Woodshop, Golden Boie Jewelry, WAAM Industries, Rubinski Works, Dinner Party Ceramics, NYLONSADDLE Photography, SCARFSHOP, Apricot Floral, and Romi Apothecary.

Food and drink: The Get Down Coffee Co., Marty’s Deli, Mogi Bagel and NA Bar by Marigold.

PAIKKA is located at 550 Vandalia Street, Suite 165, St. Paul, MN 55114. There is a public parking lot on-site as well as street parking, but spots may be limited so we recommend carpooling! We are also near the Green Line and many Metro Transit stops. PAIKKA is fully ADA accessible.

Join us for our October open house! PAIKKA open houses are for any and all to come see the space in person and ask questions of staff on-site. No RSVP required. See you there!

Monday, October 23

5:00pm-7:00pm (please note we’ve switched to 5:00pm-7:00pm for the fall/winter)

With featured vendors: Sixpence Events, North Mallow

Join us for our September open house! PAIKKA open houses are for any and all to come see the space in person and ask questions of staff on-site. No RSVP required. See you there!

Monday, September 18

5:30-7:30PM

With featured vendor: Zoe Prinds-Flash, Photographer

Join us for our August open house! PAIKKA open houses are for any and all to come see the space in person and ask questions of staff on-site. No RSVP required. See you there!

Monday, August 21

5:30-7:30PM

With featured vendor: Essen Events, Floral + Coordination

We’re honored to host MN Youth Collective’s 5-Year Anniversary Fundraiser! They are celebrating 5 years of youth-led organizing, and you're invited! MNYC supports the agency and organizing of young Minnesotans, providing them with the training and support needed to advocate for a more just state for all. Help us celebrate this incredible milestone! Get more info below.

We're excited for to host CreativeMornings for their July event! See below for event details and registration:

Our first speaker back is Karyn Tomlinson, Chef-Owner of Myriel. Karyn never thought she’d be a chef, but over time she realized the power of thoughtful food in connecting people and was won over by the rhythm and process of hospitality. Our July event will be at PAIKKA in St. Paul on Friday, July 21.

Event registration opens the morning of Monday, July 17. And yes, CreativeMornings is still free. 

Join us for our July open house! PAIKKA open houses are for any and all to come see the space in person and ask questions of staff on-site. No RSVP required. See you there!

Monday, July 17

5:30-7:30PM

Join us for our June open house! PAIKKA open houses are for any and all to come see the space in person and ask questions of staff on-site. No RSVP required. See you there!

Wednseday, June 14

5:30-7:30PM

Join us for PAIKKA’s 7th birthday open house! Our open houses are available for any and all to have a chance to swing through the space, ask questions of staff on-site, and see the venue in action. No RSVP required. Vendor announcements to come. See you there!

Monday, May 22

5-7PM

We will be joined by some amazing vendors at this open house. Play Bouquet will be showcasing her beautiful floral, Dry Wit will have a tasting table for their NA beverages, and France 44 is providing snacks.

Grab your mom, step-mom, daughter, sister, grandma, bff or come on your own to learn how to design your very own floral arrangement! Join Cosmos Floral at PAIKKA on May 10th, 2023 at 6:30pm. Sydney--owner and floral designer behind Cosmos Floral, will lead you in creating a lush, whimsical arrangement with a sustainability mindset. Think spring! We'll prioritize using locally grown blooms like tulips, as well as some other fun goodies.
What you'll get:
- One large floral arrangement to enjoy!
- A cool ceramic vase to keep arranging flowers in!
- Floral skills you'll learn in time to play with all the summer flowers
- Flower snips
- A FUN TIME WITH MOMS AND FRIENDS

Join us for our next open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Monday, April 17 from 5-7PM

Join us for our next open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Monday, March 20 from 5-7PM

Join us for our February open house on Monday, February 20 from 5-7PM. Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions. We’re excited to feature Cosmos Floral and Cardigan Donuts at this event! In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’ll have refreshments and a PAIKKA and Cosmos giveaway for those who attend the open house.

Join us for our next open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Monday, January 23 from 5-7PM

Join us for our December open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Monday, December 12 from 5-7PM

What: The first annual Sustainable Wedding & Event Showcase in Minneapolis St Paul

Why: Celebrating the Launch of the Sustainable Events Collaborative by Luum Collective & Paikka Sustainability Program 

When: November, 16 2022 || Sessions 2 - 5:30 pm, Open Marketplace 5:30 pm - 8 pm

Cost: FREE, $5 - $10 suggested donation, proceeds benefit Second Harvest Heartland 

Notes: + One Tree Planted for every in-person attendee

Holy smokes, it’s comin’ back! We’re so excited to announce the SIXTH ANNUAL PAIKKA Holiday Bazaar on Nov 13. Amazing vendors, food, music - our favorite way to kick off the holidays. SEE YOU THERE.

Vendors include: SCARFSHOP, Wacks Co., Rubinski Works, Ginny Sims Ceramics, IDUN, Serious Jam, KT Woodling, WAAM Industries, Golden Boie Jewelry, Shop Marigold at Honeybomb, NYLONSADDLE Photography, Planty Queens, Viska, Sunday Postage Vintage, Dinner Party Ceramics, Apricot Floral, bathingyoga, Marty’s Deli, Yeah Yeah Taco, SK Coffee, Steady Pour, with special DJ set by Your Smith.

When: Sunday, November 13, 2022 from 11a-5p. Free to attend.

Join us for our September open house! Wednesday, September 21 from 5-7PM. Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions!

We are so excited to feature sustainable planner and coordinator Kallan with Realm Planning! She will be joining the open house to offer info and resources on working with her and hosting a sustainable event.

Realm Planning - Website / IG

Join us for our August open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Tuesday, August 30 from 5-7PM

Join us for our June open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Thursday, July 28 from 5-7PM

Join us for our June open house! Our open houses are open to the public, no ticket or RSVP is needed. PAIKKA staff will be on-site to answer questions.

Monday, June 27 from 5-7PM

This is not a PAIKKA hosted event but one we are proud to promote. Event hosted by Cogent Consulting.

The Twin Cities Impact Investing Ecosystem invites you to join us for our next quarterly event as we discuss all things Opportunity Zones. Whether you’re an Investor, Advisor, Entrepreneur, or Intermediary, we will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to better understand the benefits of Opportunity Zones.

Lunch will be provided. Register at the link below.

This is not a PAIKKA hosted event but one we are proud to promote. Event hosted by Sacred Space.

Join us for an unforgettable brunch-style Gala on Sunday, March 1st from 10:30a-2:00p to celebrate our 3rd year around the sun! More info at the link below.

This is not a PAIKKA hosted event but one we are proud to promote. Event hosted by Creative Mornings Minneapolis.

On this months theme of Investment, Skye will be sharing part of his story, insights on building teams and businesses, and lessons from his experiences collaborating with others in the creative community. Skye hopes to save others time and stress by learning from his mistakes and applying the lessons he’s learned to their own unique challenges. Find more info in the link below.

PAIKKA's open houses are held monthly and offer an opportunity to walk through the space without a formal tour. Both prospective and booked clients are welcome. Staff will be on-site to answer any questions and provide insight into hosting your next event at PAIKKA.

Swing by! We'd love to see you. Bubbly and snacks will be provided.