Ongoing

Glow Holiday Festival

CHS Field

November 21- January 5. CHS Field. Free-$21.75. Featuring over a million lights, the Enchanted Forest, Vixen’s Zip Line, and Giant Slide, GLOW is a must-see experience. The elves have been […]

I Am Betty

History Theatre

November 23-December 29. History Theatre. $15-$82. History Theatre is thrilled to bring back last year’s smash-hit musical “I Am Betty,” the perfect recipe for holiday fun! You’ll catch yourself humming […]

European Christmas Market

Union Depot

Weekends November 29-December 22. Union Depot. The European Christmas Market returns for its 11th year at Union Depot, spanning four consecutive three-day weekends starting November 29, 2024. Featuring more than 70 wooden kiosks to explore, gift shoppers can expect a broad mix of items like cozy woolen goods, handmade toys and plushies for children, locally […]

Holidays on the Hill

James J. Hill House

November 30 – January 5. James J Hill House. $16-$25. Step back in time to Christmas in 1910 at the elegant James J. Hill House. Experience the magic of the season as you explore this festively decorated Gilded Age mansion. Enjoy self-guided access to holiday exhibits and a 60-minute guided tour with lavish sights and […]

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

December 3-29. Ordway Center for the Arts. $46.50-$145.50 The Little Mermaid tells the story of young mermaid Ariel who longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. With music by eight-time Academy® Award winner Alan Menken, it features irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your […]

Candlelight Christmas Tours

Alexander Ramsey House

Thursdays and Fridays, December 5-27. Alexander Ramsey House. $16-$20. Discover the melancholy side of Christmas at the Alexander Ramsey House. Guided by candlelight, you’ll explore the beautifully decorated 1872 mansion, viewing unique holiday artifacts and hearing moving excerpts from the Ramsey family papers that capture the season’s more bittersweet sentiments. Your 45-minute guided tour begins […]

46th Annual Holiday Bazaar

Landmark Center

December 6-8. Landmark Center. $5 We’ve updated our 46th annual Holiday Bazaar to bring exciting, modern twists without losing the charm that makes this event so special. The Holiday Bazaar […]

North Pole Express

Union Depot

December 6-8 & 12-15. Union Depot.  Children and trains go together during the Holiday Season like colorful lights, brightly iced cookies, festively wrapped gifts, family and friends. Please join the […]

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Park Square Theater

December 6-22. Park Square Theater. $24-$60. The Herdmans are coming, and they’re bringing holiday mayhem! The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! is a delightful, laugh-out-loud comedy based on Barbara Robinson’s beloved […]

Christmas in Germany

Germanic-American Institute

December 7-8. Germanic-American institute. $5-$10. The Germanic-American Institute rings in the holiday season with Christmas In Germany, a celebration of German traditions In The Twin Cities. Highlights of the holiday […]

The Nutcracker

Fitzgerald Theater

December 7-8. Fitzgerald Theater. $49.50+ Don’t miss this holiday tradition! Metropolitan Ballet’s 17th annual Nutcracker! The classic story comes to life with fresh choreography and a cast of talented artists […]

Next Chapter for Women to Meet in December

Jewish Family Services

December 8, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Jewish Family Services. Free. Jewish Family Service of St. Paul’s (JFS) invites all who identify as women and are navigating  the mid-life journey to join the […]

Next Chapter for Women to Meet in December

Jewish Family Services

December 8, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Jewish Family Services. Free. Jewish Family Service of St. Paul’s (JFS) invites all who identify as women and are navigating the mid-life journey to join the […]

Merry Mari Market

Gatherings at Station 10

December 8, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Gatherings at Station 10 Join us for a Merry Mari Market and shop for holiday gifts, art, candles, apparel, accessories, cards, home decor, […]

Drag Queen Charity Bingo

Wandering Leaf Brewing

Dec. 8, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wandering Leaf Brewing Co. $5 suggested donation. Join us for Drag Queen Charity Bingo! Each month, we select a different 501(c)3 charity to highlight. This month […]