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.
Cookie Cart is excited to partner with Bachman’s on Lyndale for their Holiday Round Up for a Cause campaign! To support this cause, Cookie Cart’s team will be setting up a pop-up…
Cookie Cart Pop-Up at Bachman’s on Lyndale6010 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419
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
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
This holiday season, the North Pole is closer than you think. Journey Down Through the Chimney—Hotel Emery’s immersive holiday pop-up bar that whisks you through a life-size chimney and into a world…
Down Through the Chimney Holiday Bar215 South 4th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
Art Play! is your chance to experiment–a different medium each month–on the first and third Saturday of the month. Go on a scavenger hunt to find works in that medium in Mia’s…
Based on an iconic slapstick comedy sketch and New Year’s Eve tradition in Europe for over 60 years, DINNER FOR ONE tells the story of a butler helping his employer celebrate her…
Holiday Maker's Markets are back for the 2025 holiday season at Forgotten Star Brewing. This year, we have not two, but THREE markets! Enjoy local vendors, hot chocolate, beer poking and get…
Forgotten Star Brewing Holiday MarketForgotten Star Brewing
38 Northern Stacks Dr
Fridley, MN 55421
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
Move over Van Gogh, there’s a new artist in town! Engage your creative side during Mia Studio Sessions. Studio Sessions are Mia’s art classes and workshops that offer experienced artmakers and curious…
Ultimate Touchdown Tours are an exclusive, elevated two-hour tour, offered only the day before a Vikings home game. See the stadium as it is prepared for game day including premium clubs, the…
Ultimate Touchdown TourU.S. Bank Stadium
401 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hell's Kitchen FREE to patrons. Nikki Matteson and Rich Rue are a musical duo from Minnesota, based in Minneapolis. They were the core…
Hell-a-Dazzle with Nikki Matteson & Rich Rue80 S 9th St., Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota 55402
Recommended for all agesForests have trees, of course—but they are so much more! Join us to explore everything about the forest. Learn about trees and other plants, water, air, fire, and animals–even…
Spotlight Science: The Forest2088 Larpenteur Ave W
Minnesota 55113
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