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Ancient Caves
Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MNNow at the Science Museum of Minnesota's Omnitheater is Ancient Caves, an exploration of caves all over the world. You'll travel everywhere from Minnesota to Death Valley to The Bahamas and will be immersed in the danger, beauty, and science that lies within these caves.
Night Trains
Twin City Model Railroad Museum 668 Transfer Road Suite 8, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesThe Twin City Model Railroad Museum’s annual winter exhibit, Night Trains, is a collection of model trains of all shapes and sizes. The vintage passenger trains are set in the make-believe town of Matlin, which is buried in a blizzard, and Christmas lights and decorations add to the festive atmosphere.
White Christmas
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, MN, United StatesIrving Berlin's White Christmas is based on the timeless film that starred Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney. This sparkling musical will dazzle you with its dance numbers and classic songs like like “Blue Skies”, “I Love A Piano”, “How Deep Is the Ocean”, and of course, “White Christmas”.
Mental Health: Mind Matters
Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MNThis limited-time exhibit at Science Museum of Minnesota explores the complex landscape of the mind through diverse perspectives and first-hand accounts. Mental Health: Mind Matters empathetic, interactive exhibitions will help visitors understand the challenges and triumphs related to mental well-being.
Secrets of the Sea
Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MNNow showing at the Science Museum of Minnesota's Omnitheater, Secrets of the Sea takes place beneath the ocean's surface and explores the home of creatures like pygmy seahorses, opalescent squid, manta rays, and more. The IMAX film was filmed in 16 locations all over the world, including Indonesia, Tahiti, and California.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Children's Theatre Company 2400 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesBased on the book by Dr. Seuss, How The Grinch Stole Christmas is a beloved holiday tradition for families. This musical is the Children's Theatre Company's all-time favorite for good reason; the timeless story and good-natured characters will instantly put you in the holiday spirit!
Tomte: The Gnome, the Myth, the Legend
American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesAmerican Swedish Institute's 74th annual holiday experience will be themed around the legend of Tomte, the mythical guardian of Scandinavian homesteads. Meet Tomte and experience other traditional Scandinavian holiday celebrations...
Festival of Trees
Mall of America 60 E. Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United StatesFestival of Trees is a free, walk-through experience where you can enter a raffle to win decorations and prizes from dozens of Christmas trees! Benefiting the MOA Community Foundation, Festival of Trees features decorated trees from local organizations, businesses, and sports teams, including Bloomington Minnesota Travel & Tourism.
Gingerbread Wonderland
Norway House 913 E. Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, MN, United StatesNorway House's beloved gingerbread town, Gingerbread Wonderland, is a spectacular collection of community-curated gingerbread houses. This year, the 10th annual event, bakers are encouraged to embrace nostalgia and recreate their houses from previous years.
Winter Lights
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN, United StatesExperience the magic of nature at the Minnesota Arboretum’s Winter Lights, an annual event featuring over a million lights on a self-guided, one-mile walking tour.
GLOW Holiday Festival
CHS Field 360 N Broadway St, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesThe GLOW Holiday Festival is a must-see experience held each year at CHS Field in Saint Paul. With over a million lights and special experiences like the Enchanted Forest, Vixen’s Zip Line, and Giant Slide, this family-friendly event is a festive and fun activity held just 20 minutes from Bloomington.
Bloomington Winter Fete
Bloomington, MN Bloomington, MN, United StatesThe annual Winter Fete celebration in Bloomington includes all kinds of outdoor winter activities, including ice fishing, a winter lights tour, sledding, and more! All events are free and designed for the whole family.