Here are some great events coming up soon around the Twin Cities. Click each one for more information.

click here for a full list of winter events


Here are a few of our favorites:

Raging Art On at Gamut Gallery - Annual holiday market featuring over 70 local artists and makers. Thurs-Sun through December 21.

 

European Christmas Market - Yearly event at Union Depot brings old-world holiday charm with handmade gifts, European-style food, and live entertainment on select afternoons and evenings. Weekends through December 21.

 

Winter Lights at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Perfect for a date night or the whole family. Through December 31.

 

Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring the Minnesota Orchestra is a holiday treat for all ages. December 12 & 13.

Other upcoming and ongoing events:

Emo Night at First Ave - Dance the night away to your favorite songs from your youth. December 12.

DJ Diesel - Have you ever wanted to see Shaquille O’Neal DJ? Well here’s your chance. December 13.

Holiday Market at Malcolm Yards - Over 25 local makers will be showcasing their wares for the Holiday season. December 12 & 13.

American Red Cross Blood Drive - Do a good deed this holiday season and donate blood. December 17.

A Charlie Brown Christmas - At the Turf Club, featuring the Blue Ox Trio playing the music of Vince Guaraldi, best known for composing music for animated television adaptations of the Peanuts comic strip. December 17 & 18.

Winterapolis Window Wonderland - Step into a bright seasonal escape and celebrate Winterapolis in style! Through December 25.

VIP Thriftmas Extravaganza - An exclusive thrift-shopping experience. There’s Christmas stuff, home goods, clothing, and more. December 20.

The Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl - Throw on your best ugly sweater and bar crawl your way through Minneapolis. December 20.

Lights and Frights Bus Tour - Take a comfortable, heated motor coach ride filled with winter lights and exciting ghost stories along the way! December 20.

Solar Observing for Solstice - They’re pulling out solar telescopes to celebrate the shortest day of the year. December 20.

2026 IIHF World Junior Championship - Watch some of the world’s best junior hockey players play at Grand Casino Arena. December 26 - January 5.