Community Education - Rochester, Minnesota

A wonderfully fresh look at the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the ghostly visits he receives one Christmas Eve, this new musical rendition of the beloved Christmas tale is sure to provide a memorable experience for audiences of all ages. Narrated and accompanied by Brian Pierce as Jacob Marley and featuring some of the most talented performers and musicians in the Twin Cities, this magical production blends music, storytelling, humor, and a joyous holiday spirit! * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch (creamy chicken breast with roasted red potatoes, glazed carrots, coleslaw, dinner rolls, assorted dessert, coffee & hot tea), and theater ticket. * 9:30 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Nov 1 * Fee: $109

Step back in time and discover the only castle in the Twin Cities, the historic Turnblad Mansion, beautifully decorated for the upcoming holidays. Through a tailored lens we will discover the unique historic museum and cultural center. Our day will include a tour and smorgasbord lunch at the Swedish Institute. Afterwards we will head to Ingebretsens where you will have time to browse the gift store where they have quality imports and one-of-a-kind creations made by local Nordic artisans. Along with the gift store is the well known butcher shop and deli where specialty Scandinavian deli items are made daily from original recipes; rows of imported cheeses; and shelves lined with imported delicacies in boxes, cans, and jars. Ingebretsen's also makes dozens of meat products that aren't available anywhere else in town. Some of the butchers have worked behind the same counter for more than 40 years. Don't miss this opportunity to go back in time and visit Scandinavia without ever leaving Minnesota. *Fee includes coach transportation, guided house tour, and smorgasbord lunch buffet (Includes Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Assorted Hot Tea, Beet salad, Cucumber Dill Salad, Rye bread and butter, Lingonberries, Mashed potatoes, Swedish Meatballs, and homemade cookies) * 9:30 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Oct 10 * Fee: $109

Get ready to crank your holiday spirit all the way up! This production will surprise and thoroughly delight. Don’t be deceived—this this isn’t a send-up to the ’50s and ’60s, but rather it’s a multi-media, musical extravaganza mixing rock hits of the ’70s to today with hilarious stories, parodies, and favorite yuletide songs as you’ve never heard them before. Join an 8-piece, all-star cast of musicians as they uniquely rock their way through Christmas classics, in the most imaginative way possible, delivering as much fun as Santa himself! For example, hear the blending of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” set to Peter Frampton’s “Show Me The Way!” Each song is funnier, and yes, even more cleverly done than the one before it! * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch (choice of seven entrées) at the Chanhassen, and theatre ticket. * 9 AM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Nov 1 * Fee: $125

A Grand Ole Opry Christmas beautifully showcases the timeless Christmas songs made famous by the legends of the Grand Ole Opry. This heartwarming production has become a beloved holiday tradition for thousands across the region – welcoming audiences year after year with its rich harmonies, heartfelt performances, and festive spirit. Led by CDT favorite Mick Sterling, this unforgettable show features an all-star lineup of Twin Cities talent, including vocalists Cate Fierro, Shalo Lee, Lisi Wright, and the legendary Dan Neale. Together, they deliver stirring renditions of classic holiday hits and country gems that pay tribute to the golden age of Nashville. More than just a concert, A Grand Ole Opry Christmas also weaves in deeply moving and meaningful spiritual songs — honoring the true spirit of the season and the roots of country music, where many of these artists first found their voices in church. With its soulful arrangements and live instrumentation, this show captures the heart of Christmas in a way that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly new. Don’t miss this joyful, music-filled celebration! * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch (choice of seven entrees) at the Chanhassen, and theatre ticket. * 9 AM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Nov 1 * Fee: $125

Don’t miss out on this much-loved holiday production! Singers Bob Wallace and Phil Davis join sister act Betty and Judy Haynes to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. There, they run into Gen. Waverly, the boys' commander in World War II, who, they learn, is having financial difficulties - his quaint country inn is failing. So what's the foursome to do but plan a yuletide miracle—a fun-filled musical extravaganza that's sure to put Waverly and his business in the black! Features the title song along with “Sisters,” “Snow,” “Blue Skies,” and many more favorites! * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch (choice of seven entrées) at the Chanhassen, and theatre ticket. * Depart 9:30 AM Departs RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot for weekday trip; Northrop Parking Lot for Saturday trip. * 5:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after Oct 1 * Fee: $125