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🎄 Minnesota Winter Magic
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items Minnesota turns into a winter wonderland when the holidays arrive — twinkling lights, festive markets, and plenty of cocoa to keep you warm. Whether you’re out exploring Christmas villages or snuggled up at home, this list brings together the best lo...
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🎁 Christmas Markets & Festive Fun
🏡 Cozy Cabin Getaways
🛍️ Local Gifts & Cozy Finds
💡Light Displays & Photo Moments
🎁 Christmas Markets & Festive Fun
Experience that Hallmark-movie charm — handmade gifts, hot cocoa, and all the sparkle of the season.
Enjoy German-inspired huts, mulled wine, handmade ornaments, and live music in Union Depot’s courtyard — it’s a slice of Europe right here in Minnesota.
European Christmas Market
This downtown festival is full of twinkling lights, family fun, ice skating, and local vendors selling winter treats and unique gifts.
Minneapolis Downtown Council drops Holidazzle, Aquatennial festivals
A charming lakeside market with live reindeer, artisan crafts, and steaming mugs of hot cider — the perfect weekend outing.
Minnesota Christkindlsmarkt in Waconia sponsoring Waconia Farmers / Flea Market
Cozy cabins and local makers line the waterfront in this winter village filled with handmade goods, fires, and stunning lake views.
Duluth Winter Village | Outdoor Event December 6 - 7, 2025
A rotating collection of local artists and crafters — from candles and jewelry to baked goods — perfect for one-of-a-kind gifts.
Minneapolis Craft Market
🏡 Cozy Cabin Getaways
Find your snowy sanctuary — where fireplaces crackle and the pace slows down.
A classic North Shore getaway offering breathtaking views, lodge fireplaces, and easy access to skiing or snowshoeing.
Lutsen Mountains Ski and Summer Resort
The perfect blend of luxury and rustic charm, complete with holiday decor, spa treatments, and festive winter activities.
Grand View Lodge
On the shores of Lake Superior, this lodge offers breathtaking winter views, wood-burning fireplaces, and spa-like relaxation. Ideal for couples or families looking to celebrate the season surrounded by natural beauty.
Bluefin Bay
Nestled in the heart of downtown Stillwater, the Hotel Crosby offers more than just a place to stay—it invites you into a story. With dramatic high ceilings in every room, modern art on the walls, and a rooftop hot tub overlooking the river valley, i...
Hotel Crosby
🛍️ Local Gifts & Cozy Finds
Support Minnesota makers and discover thoughtful, handmade treasures.
Fill your home with scents that smell like a fresh Christmas tree
Wood Wick Candles | Lakehouse Candle Co
Hand-stitched and super soft — keep your hands warm while you browse outdoor markets or take in the lights.
Minnesota Mittens
Sip in style and show your Minnesota pride with this beautifully engraved 15 oz insulated mug from Fuzzy Loon Designs. Crafted with double-wall vacuum insulation in stainless steel, it keeps your coffee piping hot or your iced drink crisp and refresh...
Minnesota Trees | Engraved 15oz Insulated Mug
💡Light Displays & Photo Moments
Soak up the sparkle of the season — perfect for date nights, family photos, or content creation.
America’s largest free walk-through light display featuring millions of lights, Santa visits, and hot cocoa by the lake.
Bentleyville USA
A twinkling wonderland of art installations, giant ornaments, and festive treats at CHS Field.
GLOW Holiday Festival
Tune into holiday music and drive through millions of synchronized lights — all from the warmth of your car.
Sever's Festivals