The holidays are here and there are so many wonderful things to do in the eastern metro area of the Twin Cities. From Woodbury and Lake Elmo to White Bear Lake, you’ll find all the holiday shopping, dining and festivities you could hope for. The list below features many great holiday events taking place this December.
Holiday Events in the Twin Cities 2019
2019 Saint Paul Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar
When: December 5th. 2019
Where: Landmark Center
75 W. 5th Street
St. Paul, MN
The 41st annual Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar will be held on December 5-7, 2019. Browse and shop unique handcrafted gift items. You’ll find wreaths, jewelry, paintings, handmade lotions, soaps, woven and wearable art and more. Enjoy festive music and tasty treats. Hours: Thu 10am-8pm; Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-5pm
Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life”
When: December 5th – 22nd, 2019
Where: Zephyr Theater
Stillwater, MN
The Zephyr Theatre, Stillwater, in collaboration with Crosswinds Community Church, presents an exquisite stage adaptation of Frank Capra’s classic holiday film about dreams, sacrifice and redemption in small town America. Performances run December 5 through 22 and include both matinee and evening performances. Not to be missed!
Winter Fest
When: December 7th, 2019
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Experience the Christmas spirit at Winter Fest! Enjoy the holiday classics:
Photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at Manitou Grill. Pick up pictures at Medicine Chest Pharmacy.
Horse-drawn Trolley Rides from 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in front of Abbott Paint & Carpet.
Carolers and holiday shopping around town – fun for all ages!
Free with a donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.
Maplewood Craft and Gift Show
When: December 7th, 2019
Where: Maplewood Community Center
2100 White Bear Avenue
Maplewood, MN
The Craft and Gift Show will be held on December 7, 2019. There will over 40 local arts, crafts and gifts businesses offering perfect, unique and fun gifts for the special people in your life or for yourself. Free admission. Hours: 9am-3pm
Stillwater Winter Wonderland Craft Fair
When: December 7th, 2019
Where: Stillwater KC Hall
1910 Greeley Street S
Stillwater, MN
The Craft Fair will be held on December 7, 2019. Come shop with the crafters, upcyclers, repurposers, direct sellers and more. The first 25 shoppers will get a shopping bag. Free admission. Hours: 10am-3pm
Winter Wonderland and Carnival
When: December 8th, 2019
Where: Woodbury Parks and Recreation
8301 Valley Creek Road
Woodbury, MN
Join us for free outdoor ice skating, seasonal music and more as we celebrate the annual opening of the outdoor refrigerated ice rink at the HealthEast Sports Center. When you are ready to warm up, head inside for a mini winter carnival in the upstairs mezzanine. Tickets for the carnival are $6 and will be available online at www.woodburyrecreation.com and sold onsite. All ticket purchased online will be picked up at will call at the event. Concessions will be sold onsite; skates are available to rent for $6 per pair.
Unique Winter Snow Craft and Gift Show
When: December 8th, 2019
Where: White Bear Lake South Campus High School
3551 McKnight Rd N
White Bear Lake, MN
The Craft and Gift Expo will be held on December 8th, 2019. Come shop with an array of exhibitors and local small businesses. You’ll find everything from original handmade crafts, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, woodwork, wood signs, cosmetics, lights, metal art, beauty and wellness products, art, photography jams and jellies, baked goods, candy, and more. Free admission. Hours: 10am-3pm
Winter Fest
When: December 14th, 2019
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Experience the Christmas spirit at Winter Fest! Enjoy the holiday classics:
Photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at Manitou Grill. Pick up pictures at Medicine Chest Pharmacy.
Horse-drawn Trolley Rides from 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in front of Abbott Paint & Carpet.
Carolers and holiday shopping around town – fun for all ages!
Free with a donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.
Stillwater Holiday Craft and Gift Show
When: December 14th, 2019
Where: Oak Glen Golf Course
1599 McKusick Road N
Stillwater, MN
Join us for our 4th annual holiday show at the elegant Oak Glen Golf & Event Center in Stillwater. Two days and Two floors of holiday shopping at its best! Enjoy free coffee, a cash bar, food truck while you shop.
Winter Fest
When: December 21st, 2019
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Experience the Christmas spirit at Winter Fest! Enjoy the holiday classics:
Photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at Manitou Grill. Pick up pictures at Medicine Chest Pharmacy.
Horse-drawn Trolley Rides from 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in front of Abbott Paint & Carpet.
Carolers and holiday shopping around town – fun for all ages!
Free with a donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.
