101 Ideas for Holiday Family Fun in the Twin Cities 2026
Train Rides
| Nov 28, 2026 | Santa’s Storytime at Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como-Harriet Streetcar Line |
| Nov 29 - Dec 6, 2026 | Holly Trolley with Santa at Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como-Harriet Streetcar Line |
| Dec 4 - Dec 13, 2026 | North Pole Express - Friends of the 261 - Friends of the 261 |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Vinternatt at Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como-Harriet Streetcar Line |
Holiday Themed Meal
Old-Time Christmas
| Nov 28, 2026 | Tree Lighting at 50th & France - 3925 W 50th St, 50th & France, Minneapolis, MN |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Grand Meander - Grand Ave Business Association - 752 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Grand Meander - 1041 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN |
| Dec 6, 2026 | An Eidem Farm Christmas - Eidem Homestead |
Hanukkah
| Dec 6, 2026 | Menorah Lighting on 50th - 3924w West 50th Street, 50th & France, Minneapolis, MN |
Holiday Theatre
| Nov 3, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027 | Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! - Children's Theatre Company |
| Dec 1 - Dec 24, 2026 | Black Nativity at Penumbra Theatre - Penumbra Theatre |
| Dec 8 - Dec 27, 2026 | The Music Man - Ordway Center for the Performing Arts |
| Dec 18 - Dec 20, 2026 | Nutcracker in Wonderland - 2128 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN |
Hands on Holiday Fun
| Dec 21 - Dec 29, 2026 | Winter Break Day Camp - Elite Gymnastics Academy, Burnsville MN |
Active Holiday Fun
| Dec 1, 2026 - Jan 2, 2027 | Santa Hustle 2026 VIRTUAL - ONLINE ONLY |
| Dec 12, 2026; Dec 11, 2027 | Toys for Tots Open Gym - Elite Gymnastics Academy, Burnsville MN |
Shopping & Craft Fairs
| Nov 6 - Dec 20, 2026 | Holiday Boutique at the Apple House - Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Advance Reservations/Tickets Required |
| Nov 12, 2026 | Shop By Candlelight at 50th & France - 3925 W 50th St, 50th & France, Minneapolis, MN |
| Dec 4 - Dec 6, 2026 | Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar! - Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Advance Reservations/Tickets Required |
Miscellaneous
| Nov 21 - Dec 13, 2026 | Artist, Photographer, & Family Photo Hours at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - Como Park Zoo & Conservatory |
Crayola Experience at Mall of America
Deck the halls with tons of COLOR! From Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, come enjoy holiday fun the Crayola way! Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt, pose in holiday photo-ops, and make handmade gifts from the heart as you create a Pop-Up Greeting Card for someone special, paint one-of-a-kind Holiday Ornaments to add some festive flair to your home, mold a Penguin Friend with Model Magic to bring holiday cheer, and write a Letter to Santa with all the nice things you’ve done this year. All included with general admission.
Christmas Tree Farms
Do you cut your own Christmas tree? Here's our big list of farms where you can cut your own Christmas tree in our area.
Subscription Boxes: Gifts That Keep on Giving
Send thoughtful choices to the ones you love near and far, and plan some excellent expected surprises for your own family in the months to come. KidsOutAndAbout has put together of some of our favorite choices with a range for all different ages and interests.
