Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 As we gather with friends and family to give thanks, we’re excited to kick off the holiday season with a little festive inspiration. From charming local events to cozy spots to celebrate, there’s so much to enjoy in our community this time of year – and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Here is your Twin Cities weekend rundown:
Calendar of Weekend Events from Mpls St Paul Magazine
New Movies and Movies Currently in Theatres:
- Zootopia 2
- Eternity
- Hamnet
- The Thing With Feathers
- Wicked: For Good
- Rental Family
- Altered
- Now You See Me: Now You Don’t
- The Running Man
- Regretting You
- The Carpenter’s Son
- Predator: Badlands
- Sarah’s Oil
- Die My Love
- Nuremberg
- Grand Prix of Europe
- Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere
Sports:
Minnesota Professional Sports Calendar
- Minnesota Vikings Football
- Vs Seattle Seahawks – Sunday, November 30th at 3:05 PM
- Timberwolves Basketball
- Vs Oklahoma City Thunder – Wednesday, November 26th at 6:30 PM
- Vs Boston Celtics – Saturday, November 29th at 4:00 PM
- Vs San Antonio Spurs – Sunday, November 30th at 6:00 PM
- Wild Hockey
- Vs Chicago Blackhawks – Wednesday, November 26th at 7:30 PM
- Vs Colorado Avalanche – Friday, November 28th at 2:30 PM
- Vs Buffalo Sabers – Saturday, November 29th at 7:00 PM
- Gopher Sports Calendar
Events:
- Christmas in Excelsior – Friday November 28th and Saturday, November 29th | 10 AM – 6 PM
- Experience the magic of Christmas in Excelsior! For two festive days, wander a charming holiday market with unique gifts and handmade crafts, meet Santa for a photo, and enjoy live reindeer, llamas, and huskies. Delight in classic carolers, family-friendly Christmas activities, and a ride on a horse-drawn carriage down Candy Cane Lane. Savor seasonal eats from local food vendors and Water Street’s acclaimed restaurants, and soak in the sights, sounds, and small-town charm that make this holiday celebration unforgettable.
- Jingle Bars -
- Be sure to revisit our previous post for the complete list of festive Jingle Bars around the area – it’s the perfect guide to keep your holiday season merry and bright while sipping on seasonal cocktails and soaking in the festive cheer!
- GLOW Holiday Festival – Now through January 4th
- Featuring over a million lights, a NEW ride in the Merry Carousel and lots of new displays, as well as some returning classics like Vixen’s Zip Line and Snowy Slide. GLOW is a must-see experience. The elves have been busy gussying up the place with new exhibits to make sure your holidays are shiny & bright. Hosted at CHS field in St. Paul.
- Minneapolis Christkindl Market – Now through December 21st
- Step into the magic of the holidays at the second annual Minneapolis Christkindl Market — an authentic German-style Christmas market in the heart of Minneapolis! Stroll through a sparkling outdoor wonderland of twinkling lights, alpine-style wooden huts, and the cozy aroma of mulled wine. Gather with friends and family, slow down, and enjoy the festive season with live music, dance performances, and family fun, including visits from Santa every Sunday. Explore handcrafted treasures from over 35 vendors — including 10 exciting new ones, and savor traditional European treats like German Glühwein, Spätzle, Swiss Raclette, and sweet Spanish honeys.
- Winter Lights at the Landscape Arboretum – Now through December 31st
- Featuring a dazzling array of lights, the Arboretum’s annual Winter Lights walking tour transforms our buildings and gardens into an illuminated wonderland with nature-themed light displays at every turn.
- Dayton's Holiday Market – Now through December 27th
- Dayton’s Holiday Market Returns for Its 5th Glorious Year! Shop from over 100 local makers, and grab a bite or beverage while you browse! Relive cherished memories wild rice soup, hot popovers, ginger cookies and pair your bites with a glass of wine or a cold beer for the perfect seasonal treat. On the other side of the market, Earl Giles invites you to the Jingle Giles Holiday Bar, serving up festive cocktails and mocktails that sparkle with holiday cheer.
- Luminiscence at the Basilica of Saint Mary – Through December 31st
- Feel The Basilica of Saint Mary awaken around you—as a symphony of voices and instruments carry you through decades of art, culture and timeless beauty. LUMINISCENCE is an opportunity for everyone to be transported to the heavens by an immersive experience, as mysteries are unlocked during this celestial odyssey in Minneapolis’ arts district.
