The holiday magic is back, and the Lake Minnetonka area is your go-to destination for family-friendly holiday fun this season! From festive events to spectacular light displays and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Minnetonka has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events in the areas surrounding Lake Minnetonka, including Excelsior, Wayzata, Orono, Mound, and Hopkins. Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable.
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Kaisorn | CanvaMust-See Holiday Attractions in the Lake Minnetonka area
Discover the best holiday attractions and festive experiences in the Lake Minnetonka area that will bring cheer and winter magic all season long:
Santa Claus Lane
- Location: Camp Fire Minnesota - 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN 55331
- Highlights: Santa visits, performances, a one-of-a-kind holiday market and more!
- More Info: https://www.santaclaus-lane.com/
Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt
- Location: 274 East Drive, Excelsior MN 55331
- Highlights: Artisan and Food vendors, Father Christmas and Mrs. Christmas visits, NorthPole Trolley rides and more!
- More Info: https://www.excelsiorchristmas.com/
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Upcoming Holiday and Winter Events in the Lake Minnetonka area
Looking to find holiday events? Want to know where to meet Santa? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening in the areas surrounding Lake Minnetonka, including Excelsior, Wayzata, Orono, Mound, and Hopkins. From tree lightings to Santa visits and holiday craft fairs, there’s something for everyone!
We’ll update this list frequently as more Lake Minnetonka area events are announced, so make sure to check back often!
Saturday, November 16th
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Sunday, November 17th
- Movies Made (right) Here: Jingle All the Way - Minneapolis
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Monday, November 18th
- Winter Medallion Hunt in Wayzata - Wayzata
Friday, November 22nd
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Hopkins
Saturday, November 23rd
- Westonka 41st Annual Tree Lighting - Mound
- Sheep Shearing & Holiday Gifts - Minnetrista
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Hopkins
Sunday, November 24th
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 1pm and 4pm - Hopkins
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
- Holiday Tours at the Burwell House - Minnetonka
Friday, November 29th
- Light up the Lake - Wayzata
- Santa Claus Lane - Sensory Friendly Hours - Fridays between 10am-Noon - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 1pm - Hopkins
- Christmas Chemistry Workshop (4-9 Years) - Eden Prairie
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Cookies with Santa at Juniper Apartments - Minnetrista
Saturday, November 30th
- Holiday in Hopkins - Hopkins
- Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt - Excelsior
- Family Holiday Needle Felting - Minnetrista
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 1pm - Hopkins
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Small Business Saturday in Wayzata - Wayzata
- Small Business Saturday in Excelsior - Excelsior
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
- Holiday Boutique at Juniper Apartments - Minnetrista
Sunday, December 1st
- Santa Brunch at Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 1pm and 4pm - Hopkins
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
- Holiday Tours at the Burwell House - Minnetonka
Wednesday, December 4th
Thursday, December 5th
- 2024 Holiday Tree Lighting Event - Minnetrista
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Hopkins
Friday, December 6th
- Santa Claus Lane - Sensory Friendly Hours - Fridays between 10am-Noon - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 7pm - Hopkins
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
Saturday, December 7th
- Christmas in Excelsior 2024 - Excelsior
- Tree Lighting with Santa + Carolers at 7:15pm - Excelsior
- Tree Lighting - Orono
- Light up the Commons - Minnetonka
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 1pm - Hopkins
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Sunday, December 8th
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Santa Brunch at Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 1pm and 4pm - Hopkins
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
- Holiday Open House at the Burwell House - Minnetonka
Wednesday, December 11th
Thursday, December 12th
- Shop with a Purpose - Multiple Cities
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Hopkins
Friday, December 13th
- Shop with a Purpose - Multiple Cities
- Santa Claus Lane - Sensory Friendly Hours - Fridays between 10am-Noon - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 7pm - Hopkins
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
Saturday, December 14th
- CREO presents The Nutcracker 2024 - Minnetonka
- Tomte Solstice Magic - Minnetrista
- Christmas in Excelsior 2024 - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 1pm - Hopkins
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- CREO presents The Nutcracker 2024 - 4pm Performance - Minnetonka
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Sunday, December 15th
- Santa Brunch at Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 1pm and 4pm - Hopkins
- CREO presents The Nutcracker 2024 - Minnetonka
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
- Holiday Tours at the Burwell House - Minnetonka
Wednesday, December 18th
Thursday, December 19th
Friday, December 20th
- Santa Claus Lane - Sensory Friendly Hours - Fridays between 10am-Noon - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 7pm - Hopkins
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
Saturday, December 21st
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 10am and 1pm - Hopkins
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Christmas in Excelsior 2024 - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Sunday, December 22nd
- Santa Brunch at Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Santa Claus Lane - Excelsior
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market - Minneapolis
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Stages Theatre - Shows at 1pm and 4pm - Hopkins
- History Inspired Creations: Make & Take Fiber Ornaments - Minnetrista
- Birch’s Breakfast with Santa - Long Lake
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
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