Events

  • The U.S.S. Ward at Pearl Harbor Presentation

    Le Sueur Public Library 118 Ferry St, Le Sueur, Minnesota

    Appearing in authentic WWII sailor uniform, the speaker will tell the story of the crew of a little known destroyer and its crew of Minnesota sailors. Less than a year before America entered into the Second World War, a bunch of young Minnesotans joined the U.S. Navy. After their training at Great Lakes Naval Training...

    Free
  • Homeschool Days: Tour of “Tomte Tales: Legends of Winter”

    American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Join an ASI educator as they take students on a tour of ASI’s annual holiday exhibition. Traverse the castle into a magical realm led by Tomte and all his friends! Bring your homeschool community to ASI on the first Thursday of each month for an enlightening and fun morning of learning, with new programming each...

    $15.95
  • ASI Open Nordic Jam

    American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Ever wanted to play music in the historic Turnblad Mansion? Now’s your chance! Bring your nyckelharpa, hardingfele, fiddle, or any acoustic instrument to ASI’s Open Nordic Jam. This jam is open to musicians of any level who want to learn and play Nordic folk. Bring your friends or plan to make new ones here!

  • Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas

    Ordway Concert Hall 345 Washington St, St Paul, Minnesota, United States

    Get ready for the brand-new Celtic Family Christmas… PARTY! You’ll have plenty of time to sip eggnog by the fire, but not on this night… So buckle up and join Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy, their family, and their world-class band as they guide you through an exhilarating exploration of the Christmas season. Featuring exciting...

  • LANDMARK CENTER’S HOLIDAY BAZAAR

    Landmark Center 75 West 5th Street, St Paul, Minnesota, United States

    The Annual Landmark Center Holiday Bazaar is December 5-7 and presented by Minnesota Landmarks, the non-profit agency that programs and manages historic Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota. Holiday décor and live holiday music add festive ambiance to this beautiful, classic venue. Starting Friday, December 5 and running through Sunday, December 7, guests can...

    $5
  • Glensheen Candlelight Tours 2025

    Glensheen Mansion 3300 London Road, Duluth, Minnesota

    Glensheen’s Candlelight Tours | Fridays and Saturdays in November and December November 28th-December 28th Bonus Days: December 14th, 21st, 28th 5 pm-8 pm Candlelight Tours at Glensheen Mansion Find yourself in the mansion self-guided by the lights of the Christmas trees, candles, and the light fixtures of Glensheen. Tour enhancements such as music and decorations...

    $12 – $35
  • Main Street’s Holiday Lighted Parade

    Central Park 100 E Main St, Owatonna, Minnesota

    Bundle up and head to downtown Owatonna for the Lighted Holiday Parade starting at 6pm. Parade vehicles will be decked out in their finest holiday lights. The parade ends with carolers and cider in Central Park.Website: www.visitowatonna.org

  • Yoga in the Gallery: December

    The Museum of Russian Art 5500 Stevens Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Join us for a gentle but energizing yoga practice amidst The World of Russian Fairy Tales. Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin will lead you through this gentle sequence in a small group setting in the tranquil TMORA galleries. Your ticket includes a 45-minute yoga flow and admission to the museum afterward. Please bring your own...

    $18 – $20
  • Julmarknad

    American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    The sights and sounds of a Scandinavian marketplace come to ASI for three days during the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and festivals. Shop ASI’s own Jul Shop, alongside distinctive artisan glass, home goods, hand carved items, jewelry, ceramics, and textiles from over 60 artisans. 

  • Glensheen Candlelight Tours 2025

    Glensheen Mansion 3300 London Road, Duluth, Minnesota

    Glensheen’s Candlelight Tours | Fridays and Saturdays in November and December November 28th-December 28th Bonus Days: December 14th, 21st, 28th 5 pm-8 pm Candlelight Tours at Glensheen Mansion Find yourself in the mansion self-guided by the lights of the Christmas trees, candles, and the light fixtures of Glensheen. Tour enhancements such as music and decorations...

    $12 – $35
  • U.G.L.Y. Sweater Dash

    3520 Louisiana Ave S 3520 Louisiana Ave S, St. Louis Park, Minnesota

    SCHEDULE 4:00 PM - Race Day Registration5:30 PM - Race Begins6:30 PM - Post-Race party at Park Tavern in 11th Frame, raffle prizes awarded Dig out last year's treasure, throw on the masterpiece you just created or simply enjoy the creativity of others. This 5K course loops through Louisiana Oaks Park and the lighted trees...

  • TMORA After Hours: Family Crafts and Holiday Shopping

    The Museum of Russian Art 5500 Stevens Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Experience the museum in a new way during TMORA After Hours. Join us for two special evenings of creativity, music, and gallery time as we extend our hours for the holiday season. Crafts, music, gallery time, and holiday shopping in the TMORA Shop all come together to create a warm, festive atmosphere for the season....

    $15