Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this December
Parades. Colorful Pride celebrations. Hot Chocolate Winter Runs. Improv Festivals. Pond hockey tournaments. Seasonal Beer Celebrations. There is no shortage of events happening in Minneapolis all year long. We are an extremely active community of artists, creators, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners & bikers – a community of doers that can’t stand the thought of missing out. With something always going on, we’re confident you’ll find something you won’t want to miss too.
*Note: Please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.
Pride. Sensibility. Fainting.Whether you’re a die-hard Austenite or you don’t know jack about Jane, you don’t want to miss this show! Based on suggestions from the audience, our cast of women, femme…
Manners and Misconduct: Improvised Jane Austen810 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408
Get into the festive spirit with Mistletoe Mixology, our hands-on holiday cocktail experience that’s equal parts fun and flavorful! Step behind the bar in a merry, twinkling atmosphere as our expert bartenders…
Mistletoe Mixology Mondays: A Holiday Cocktail Workshop1333 Nicollet Mall
Minnesota 55403
Step into the festivities & let the merriment of the Solar Arts Building “Light Up the Night” Holiday Open House fill your hearts with happiness December 4-6, 2025! Live music all three…
Holiday Art MarketSolar Arts Building
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Hercule Poirot returns in another new Agatha Christie adaptation from Kate Danley (The Mysterious Affair at Styles). When a desperate plea brings Poirot and his ever-loyal companion Captain Hastings to a quiet…
Agatha Christie's The Murder on the LinksTheatre in the Round
245 Cedar Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55454
The sights and sounds of the Scandinavian marketplace returns the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and festivals. Shop handmade goods from more than 60 regional…
Julmarknad Handcraft Market & FestivalAmerican Swedish Institute
2600 Park Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Join Norway House at Utepils for another fantastic Nordic Julemarket! With 25 vendors featuring locally made Scandinavian-inspired holiday shopping, great beer, food trucks, special festivities and fun vibes, it's sure to be…
Nordic Julemarket at Utepils BrewingUtepils Brewing
225 Thomas Ave N #700
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Because it’s funny when it’s not your family…After over a decade of sold-out performances, Family Dinner has a new home for the holidays! Created and directed by Twin Cities improv icon Molly…
Family DinnerDudley Riggs Theatre
824 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Treat yourself to the magic of the holidays by viewing beautiful light displays on this cozy 2.5-hour tour! Ride in a comfortable coach bus while viewing twinkling lights and nibbling peppermint candy…
Festive Holiday Lights Tour by Experience the Twin Cities3000 Harbor Lane N, Plymouth, MN, 55447
Minnesota
🎄 Roxy’s Cabaret Presents: A Christmas Cabaret! 🎁 Join us Fridays from November 28 to December 26 for a night of festive fun and fabulous drag at Roxy’s Christmas Cabaret. Celebrate the…
No matter the season, Minnesotans embrace the outdoors. Our Bold North winters are no exception! Be bold, get out, have fun. Enjoy the spirit of the holidays with this custom, one-of-a-kind tour…
All is Bright Holiday Lights Bus Tour by Experience the Twin Cities6710 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Minnesota
Gamut Gallery’s legendary market returns with four lively weekends of art, gifts, and holiday cheer. Since 2011, RAO has been the go-to spot for one-of-a-kind finds, and this year we’re mixing returning…
Raging Art On Holiday MarketGamut Gallery
717 10th St S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
In this holiday favorite filled with music and Seussian rhymes, the Grinch conceives a dastardly plot to destroy the Whos’ beloved holiday—until tiny Cindy Lou extends a hand. Will her combination of…
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!Children's Theatre Company
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
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