Winter Events
Snow and cold doesn't slow us down. There are still plenty of winter activities and events keeping us busy in Minneapolis.
December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Four Seasons Hotel
Minnesota meets the Italian 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.
January 6 - February 19, 2023
Mon-Fri | 4-10pm
Sat & Sun | 11am-10pm
Viking Lakes
This fully-lit maze is perfect for families and kids of all ages. Ice thrones, weekend theme nights, scavenger hunts, fire pits, and inflatables are sure to keep you entertained, along with hot chocolate, s'mores, an ice bar, and much more.
January 6 - February 19, 2023
Viking Lakes
With the coldest, shortest and darkest days of winter are upon us, Viking Lakes is warming up with 45 days of activation. They have fun for all ages and skill levels, from competitive sports and activities on the ice to festive lights and a Warming Haus with Nordic flare.
February 18, 2023
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 - April 2023
Second Saturdays, 11am-3pm
Earl Giles
Shop this farmers market where you'll find food and handmade goods.
February 25, 2023
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 1-5, 2023
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.
March 12, 2023
10:00am-4:00pm
Minneapolis Institute of Art
The Current’s annual free Rock the Cradle event for kids and their grownups to explore music, art and culture returns Sunday, March 12, at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children’s Theatre Company. In addition to annual favorites such as the Kids’ Disco, and Your Classical Storytime, there will be a DJ set from a Current DJ, K-Pop Performances and Choreography Lessons with Cypher Side Dance School, pop-up performances from the team at Brains On!, and live music from Koo Koo Kanga Roo, TaikoArts Midwest’s Taiko Group ‘Enso Daiko’, The She’s Burgers, and more. Join us for all of this, and more on March 12! Rock the Cradle is perfect for kids up to age 8.
March 31-April 8, 2022
Minneapolis Convention Center
The Twin Cities Auto Show is your chance to compare more than 575 vehicles from 37 foreign and domestic brands side by side - without driving all over town. You will see new models in every category, from compacts and family sedans to the latest in SUVs and luxury cars. You'll hear about financing options. You will learn about on-board navigation and communication technology and see the growing variety of electric and hybrid vehicles. And of course - instead of just dreaming about it - the Auto Show is where you can actually sit behind the wheel of one of those sleek, shiny new sports cars!
