It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas Markets are opening all around the state with gifts, food, hot drinks, and of course, Santa. Here's a list to get you in the holiday spirit!
European Christmas Market, Saint Paul, MN
Union Depot. 240 E Kellogg Blvd in St. Paul. Saint Paul
2024 Market Schedule
1st Weekend: Nov 29-Dec 1
2nd Weekend: Dec 6-8
3rd Weekend: Dec 13-15
4th Weekend: Dec 20-22
Fridays: 11 am – 9 pm | Saturdays: 11 am – 9 pm | Sundays: 11 am – 6 pm
An authentic open-air market at Union Depot in Saint Paul, MN featuring over 70 vendors, festive entertainment, kids craft activities, and European-inspired foods and beverages. Plus a wonderful Holiday Train and Carousel!
Open weekends from November 29 to December 22, 2024.
2024 Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt, Excelsior, MN
Excelsior East Public Parking (Behind Excelsior Brewing)
November 29, 30, and December 1
The Excelsior Streetcar Line North Pole Trolley is the place to be on Nov 29, 30 and Dec 1 from 12 noon to 4 pm. It’s your last chance this year to ride on a historic streetcar built in 1915 while enjoying fun songs, stories, and more. Tickets are available onsite only at $3 per rider. Kids 3 and under are free.
The North Pole Trolley is an annual event that has evolved over the years. Past guests have included Father Christmas, Randolph the Blue Nosed Reindeer, holiday elves, and a variety of others. One year, the Grinch made a surprise appearance, as in the book, he didn’t steal the holiday cheer. While we never know what special visitors we might see this year, it will be a wonderful ride on the rails in a holiday-decorated historic streetcar.
Afton Village Holiday, Afton, MN
Downtown Afton
Candy Cane Trail, Nov 29- Dec 1
Celebrate Merry and Bright, Dec 6-8
Wrap it up Festive Giving, Dec 13-25
Comfort and Joy, Dec 20
The charming St. Croix River town of Afton, MN. will be transformed into a winter wonderland with Horse & Wagon rides, Strolling Carolers, Christmas Tree lighting, Artist Gift Market, Children’s Crafts, festive food & drinks and more.
Winter Walk, Northfield, MN
Downtown Northfield
Thursday, December 12, 2024. 5:00 PM 9:00 PM
Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight. Stroll through unique shops, dine at fine restaurants, and enjoy caroling, horse-drawn wagon rides, storytelling, luminaria, decorated storefronts and more.
Dayton’s Holiday Marketplace
700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Now through Dec. 28
Take a trip down memory lane! It’s reminiscent of holiday shopping at Dayton’s, bringing back fond memories. Every day, over 100 local vendors come together at the Dayton’s Project, featuring food options and a Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame Experience.
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