Holiday Shopping Events

Dayton’s Project Winter Maker’s Market: Located at Nicollet Mall, this market features 78 independent vendors showcasing heritage brands from across Minnesota. Enjoy live music, roller skating, and treats from local eateries.
North Loop Green: Inspired by traditional European Christmas markets, this outdoor market offers twinkling lights, wooden huts, and festive drinks like spiced glühwein and hot chocolate.
Union Depot European Christmas Market: Based on German and Austrian Christkindlmarkts, this market offers unique handmade gifts, holiday treats, and live entertainment.

North Pole Express: Take a one-mile train ride to the North Pole at Union Depot, where Santa will greet kids and collect letters.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train: This beloved event stops at several locations in the Twin Cities, featuring festive music and holiday cheer.
GLOW Holiday Festival: Held at CHS Field in St. Paul, this festival includes a walking tour of holiday decorations, a 60-foot illuminated tree, and an enchanted forest.

Sheep Shearing and Holiday Gifts: At Gale Woods Farm, watch sheep shearing and create felted fiber gifts.
Waldorf Holiday Fair: At the Minnesota Waldorf School, enjoy children’s activities, puppet shows, food trucks, and live music.
Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar: At Landmark Center, shop for handcrafted items and enjoy live entertainment and treats.

These events offer a mix of shopping, food, and entertainment, making the holiday season extra special. Do any of these events catch your eye?