• 30th Annual Art at Hidden River

    Highland Park Middle School

    December 6, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Highland Park Middle School. Free Art at Hidden River is proud to be part of a tradition of shopping local for the holidays. Artists’ Circle is pleased to present this opportunity for the public to purchase art from many of the finest artists from the Twin Cities and surrounding area. […]

  • From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts & Crafts Market

    Minneapolis American Indian Center  — Two Rivers Gallery

    December 6-7, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Minneapolis American Indian Center  — Two Rivers Gallery. Free Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support […]

  • Grand Meander

    Grand Avenue

    December 6, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Grand Avenue. Free Shop local and meander along Grand Avenue while enjoying holiday treats and entertainment. Special visits from Santa and great deals to complete your holiday gift list. Visit Grand Ave Businesses for Special Sales and Activities: Free Trolley Rides, Caroling, Santa Visits, Holiday Storefront Decor Contest, […]

  • Holiday Tree Lighting & Movie Night

    Union Depot

    December 6, 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Union Depot. Free Join Union Depot in-person for the exciting annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration & Movie Night on Saturday, December 6! At 5:00 in the Waiting Room we will reveal the St. Paul Winter Carnival 2026 Button, followed by entertainment and holiday activities. Enjoy a holiday musical […]

  • St. Nicholas Eve Tree Lighting

    Waldmann Brewing

    December 6, 5:30 p.m. Waldmann Brewing. Free St. Nicholas Eve Tree Lighting is Saturday, December 6th, starting at 5:30 pm! Featuring the untamed Krampus, hot mulled Glühwein, a fresh-release Hefeweizen, four flaming fire rings, a monsterous and lavishly decorated Christmas tree, holiday jingles and you and your coolest, ruddy-cheeked friends. The tree lights up at […]

  • Hamms Bear at Skinners

    Skinner’s Pub

    December 9, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Skinner’s Pub and Eatery. HAMMS BEAR IS BACK! With Merch and Beer! Hang out with Skinner’s and the HAMM’s Bear handing out Hamm’s merch. PLUS $1 Hamm’s Beer during December! CLICK TO RSVP so you don’t miss out!

  • The String Queens: Our Favorite Things 

    Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

    Dec. 6, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. $40-$65 The dynamic trio return to the Ordway Concert Hall by popular demand with their signature authentic, soulful, and orchestral renditions of holiday classics. Their performance will feature music from their hit holiday album “Our Favorite Things.” Praised for creating uplifting and magical musical experiences […]

  • A Prairie Home Companion Christmas

    Fitzgerald Theater

    Dec 6 & 7. Fitzgerald Theater. $74-$99 Some people believe the Creator of the Universe sent His Son to Earth in the form of an infant born to a virgin woman and her faithful husband, Joseph. Other people don’t believe this but enjoy being with those who do — and enjoy a party (parties being […]