Winter Events
Snow and cold doesn't slow us down. There are still plenty of winter activities and events keeping us busy in Minneapolis.
November 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel
Minnesota meets the Swiss Alps in this seasonal pop-up dining experience at Riva Terrace, the Four Seasons' fourth-floor rooftop restaurant. Enjoy a warm welcome cocktail around the fire while you take in beautiful city views under a blanket of stars. Join friends in a spirited curling match on our custom curling lane, then adjourn to your private mini cabin for an intimate four-course dinner prepared by Chef Martin Morelli.
November 16 - December 31, 2023
Select Dates | 5pm - 9pm
CHS Field
This year, get up close and personal with the expanded GLOW Holiday exhibits at St. Paul's CHS Field. GLOW features over a million lights, sElfie Plaza, Enchanted Forest, Bright Bikes, Tremendous Tree, the GLOW Spectacular, and so much more!
December 7-8, 2023
Fine Line & the Uptown Theater
The Current's Winter Warmup is back and now it's two nights of incredible shows at two Minneapolis venues.
Night 1: Arlo Parks Unplugged Music & Poetry (6pm at Fine Line)
Night 2: Ondara ( 7pm at Uptown Theater)
December 15-17, 2023
Minnesota Orchestra
Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Watch the magic unfold on the big screen as the Minnesota Orchestra performs the score live. You don’t want to let this one go!
December 5, 2023 - January 25, 2024
5:00pm-9:00pm
U.S. Bank Stadium
Winter Warm-Up, a recreational program featuring inline skating and indoor running, returns to U.S. Bank Stadium this winter. Fourteen Winter Warm-Up sessions will be offered this season beginning on Tuesday, December 5 and ending on Thursday, January 25. Winter Warm-Up is open to all ages and will take place on the stadium’s main and upper concourses from 5 – 9 pm on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
January 18-28, 2024
Lake Nokomis
In Minnesota, hockey is more than a game. It's a part of life. Since 2006, The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships have given hockey enthusiasts a premier opportunity to experience hockey the way nature intended.
January 20 - February 11, 2024
Weekends, 10am-4pm
Bde Unma / Lake Harriet
We’re excited to be back on the ice this winter in South Minneapolis! We look forward to welcoming grown adults and kids of all ages to play / learn / grow / laugh / smile / sing / groove / gather with us in the Art Shanty village. More details to come this winter, including a performance schedule, village map, and information on visiting.
January 26-28, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center
The region's largest annual boating event is celebrating 50 years! The Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show showcases hundreds of new boats for sale for all lifestyles and budgets, docks, gear, and more from over 200 exhibitors, plus activities for the family to enjoy to beat cabin fever, including live music, interactive boating experiences, and more.
February 3-4, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center
An 80's 90's Y2K Vintage Festival!
February 3-4, 2024
Races start at Bde Maka Ska and end at Theodore Wirth Park
The City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival is a two-day festival that includes the Luminary Loppet, which is the most magical night of winter; a variety of point-to-point Cross-Country Ski, Fat-Tire Bike, Skijor, and Snowshoe events, both competitive races and recreational touring events through Theodore Wirth Park; and a number of unique events, such as the Captain Ken's Kubb Tournament – plus much more.
February 3, 2024
6-10pm
Lake of the Isles
The candlelit Luminary Loppet is the Twin Cities’ most magical event of the season. Come out to Lake of the Isles and enjoy the Luminary Loppet where you can walk, snowshoe, or ski on the candlelit trail winding across the lake. Experience 1,200 luminaries lining the trail with unique ice features and much more – all in the heart of Uptown. Refreshments such as hot chocolate will be offered at tents across the lake. Food trucks, beer, and music are located at the Luminary Party.
February 9-11, 2024
Target Center
Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars where every story begins with a wish! This all-new production brings the brightest Disney stars to life through cutting-edge figure skating, high-flying acrobatics, unexpected stunts, innovative lighting, thrilling special effects, eye-catching costumes, and stunning set designs.
February 17-19, 2024
Theodore Wirth Regional Park
The COOP FIS Cross-Country World Cup is coming to Minneapolis in February 2024! The world’s best athletes in cross country skiing will race in the first world cup race to be held on U.S. soil in twenty years and the Loppet Foundation is amped to bring the world to Wirth. Inspiration is everywhere in Theodore Wirth Park. Come explore world class ski trails in the heart of the city we love.
February 21-25, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center
The Minneapolis Home + Garden Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.
February 24, 2024
3-6:30pm
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
The Midwest’s biggest and best winter beer festival will make its triumphant return to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. We’re beyond excited to welcome you all back to the Mighty Midway to sample great beer from breweries all over the United States while enjoying music, food trucks, and other thrilling attractions.
March 1-3, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center
It's not just the Lake Home & Cabin Show anymore -- now it's for everyone that can't wait to spend the "I'm free" time Up North! Be part of the only show that introduces companies like yours to people who are passionate about spending time in the Upper Midwest's famous lake and cabin country.
