Experience the joy of the season in Shakopee with our holiday event guide. From Shakopee regulars to holiday tourists, our guide unlocks the city's festive treasures for everyone.
One standout event is the Glow Holiday Festival, where dazzling lights and enchanting displays transform the venue into a winter wonderland, perfect for all ages. The Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights offers a captivating display of holiday cheer with a unique blend of music and art, promising a memorable experience. And the Schultz Family Lights/Holiday Lights on York is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a stunning array of holiday decorations that illuminate the streets. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Shakopee
- Glow Holiday Festival (Saint Paul)
- The Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights (Waconia)
- Schultz Family Lights/Holiday Lights on York (St. Paul)
- Christmas at Dakota City Heritage Village (Farmington)
- Holz Farm Old Fashioned Holiday (Eagan)
- Nisswa City of Lights Celebration (Nisswa)
- Festival of Lights (Walker)
- Vergas Small Town Christmas (Vergas)
- Ramsey Holiday Craft Show (Ramsey)
- Wadena Christmas Festival (Wadena)
See these and even more events listed below!
Shakopee Holiday Light Displays
Glow Holiday Festival
What to Expect:
Interactive light displays and a zip line experience.
Description:
The GLOW Holiday Festival at CHS Field in St. Paul, MN, features millions of twinkling lights, interactive displays, and unique exhibits like a zip line and a giant snowy slide. It also includes a boutique shopping experience with local vendors and a variety of seasonal food and beverages.
Where: Saint Paul | More Info: Glow Holiday Festival
The Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized light display with festive attractions and holiday treats.
Description:
The Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights at Sovereign Estate transforms the property into an illuminated winter scene with over twenty miles of musical, synchronized lights. Guests can stroll through attractions like Candy Cane Lane, a life-size Nativity scene, and Santa's Sleigh. The event features real winter llamas, children's Snow Maze, and Boot Hockey Arena. Guests can also purchase Holly Trolley rides and Nana's Gingerbread House for a special guided tour. Santa will be visiting every night from November 22nd to December 22nd. The event offers a variety of hot treats and drinks, including mulled wine and boozy hot cocoa, at the Smore Station and Polar Bear Bar. Adults can also find holiday gifts and Sovereign Estate Wine at the Wine Store.
Where: Waconia | More Info: The Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights
Schultz Family Lights/Holiday Lights on York
What to Expect:
Synchronized light and sound show with virtual Santa.
Description:
The Schultz Family Lights on York Avenue in Saint Paul, MN, features over 90,000 lights choreographed to computerized music broadcast on 91.5 FM. This spectacular display includes 11 yards of decorated yards with plastic Santas, snowmen, and other Christmas characters.
Where: St. Paul | More Info: Schultz Family Lights/Holiday Lights on York
Nisswa City of Lights Celebration
What to Expect:
Cozy train rides and live reindeer.
Description:
The Nisswa City of Lights Celebration is a festive holiday event in Downtown Nisswa, featuring cozy train rides, live reindeer, storytelling, delicious food, warm bonfires, hot cider, and mini donuts. Strolling holiday carolers and fireworks illuminate the crisp winter sky.
Where: Nisswa | More Info: Nisswa City of Lights Celebration
Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Live music and creative craft station.
Description:
The Festival of Lights in Downtown Walker features live music, a community tree, and a children's party with Santa and reindeer. A creative craft station and photo hunt add to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Walker | More Info: Festival of Lights
Shakopee Holiday Markets and Shopping
Wadena Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and live entertainment by local performers.
Description:
The Wadena Christmas Festival is a festive event featuring local crafters, live music, food vendors, carriage rides, and a special visit from Santa Claus. Attendees can enjoy live entertainment and find unique gifts among the 100 local and area vendors.
Where: Wadena | More Info: Wadena Christmas Festival
Ramsey Holiday Craft Show
What to Expect:
Unique handmade crafts and local vendors.
Description:
The Ramsey Holiday Craft Show at Lord of Life Church features over 100 handmade vendors selling a variety of wares, including home decor, woodwork, chocolates, and personalized items.
Where: Ramsey | More Info: Ramsey Holiday Craft Show
Shakopee Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at Dakota City Heritage Village
What to Expect:
Historical village with heated buildings and horse-drawn trolleys.
Description:
Explore historical buildings at Dakota City Heritage Village, featuring heated structures, horse-drawn trolleys, holiday demonstrations, and festive activities like caroling and model train displays.
Where: Farmington | More Info: Christmas at Dakota City Heritage Village
Holz Farm Old Fashioned Holiday
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with vintage farm activities and Santa visit.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Holz Farm with a self-guided tour, hayride on a 1940s Farmall Tractor, and a bonfire. Enjoy holiday cookies and hot cider while Santa makes an appearance.
Where: Eagan | More Info: Holz Farm Old Fashioned Holiday
Vergas Small Town Christmas
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with live nativity and petting zoo.
Description:
Join us in Vergas for a festive holiday celebration featuring a live nativity, cookie decorating, live music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, sleigh rides, and more.
Where: Vergas | More Info: Vergas Small Town Christmas
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Chaska (4 miles)
- Chanhassen (4 miles)
- Eden Prairie (5 miles)
- Prior Lake (8 miles)
- Minnetonka (8 miles)
- Savage (9 miles)
- Minnetonka Mills (11 miles)
- Edina (11 miles)
- Bloomington (12 miles)
- Burnsville (12 miles)
- Richfield (13 miles)
- Saint Louis Park (14 miles)
- Plymouth (15 miles)
- Apple Valley (16 miles)
- Golden Valley (17 miles)
- Lakeville (17 miles)
- Eagan (18 miles)
- New Hope (18 miles)
- Minneapolis (18 miles)
- Crystal (18 miles)
- Maple Grove (19 miles)
- Rosemount (20 miles)
- Brooklyn Center (21 miles)
- Farmington (22 miles)
- Roseville (23 miles)
- Saint Paul (24 miles)
- Fridley (24 miles)
- Inver Grove Heights (24 miles)
- New Brighton (24 miles)
- South Saint Paul (25 miles)
- Coon Rapids (25 miles)
- West Coon Rapids (26 miles)
- Shoreview (27 miles)
- Champlin (28 miles)
- Maplewood (28 miles)
- Cottage Grove (29 miles)
- Blaine (29 miles)
- Woodbury (29 miles)
- Northfield (30 miles)
- Oakdale (30 miles)
- White Bear Lake (32 miles)
- Andover (32 miles)
- Ramsey (32 miles)
- Lino Lakes (33 miles)
- Hastings (33 miles)
- Elk River (35 miles)
- Faribault (37 miles)