Well listeners, it's Saturday November 29th and the Twin Cities is absolutely buzzing with holiday energy and fantastic events happening right now through the weekend.
If you're downtown Minneapolis, head over to the Minneapolis Christkindl Market at North Loop Green running from 11 in the morning until 9 at night. This European-style holiday market features local vendors, festive food, and that authentic Christmas market vibe you've been craving. While you're in the area, check out the World Oddities Expo at the Hyatt Regency Hotel from 11 AM to 7 PM if you're into unique and unusual collectibles.
Over in Saint Paul, the European Christmas Market at Union Depot is running through Sunday. Browse beautiful holiday market stalls filled with food, gifts, and live entertainment all weekend long. Don't miss the GLOW Holiday Festival at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds either, showcasing dazzling holiday light displays and festive activities through Sunday as well.
For the performing arts crowd, the Phantom of the Opera is running at the Orpheum Theatre with shows at 1 PM and 7:30 PM today. Theater Latte Da is performing My Fair Lady at 7:30 PM, and Orchestra Hall has The Princess Bride in Concert at 7 PM. If you want something more musical, catch Irish Christmas in America at Dakota Jazz Club at 7 PM.
For families with kids, the Twin City Model Railroad Museum features Holiday Night Trains with beautiful model train displays with a festive theme running through Sunday. Home Depot Kids Workshops are happening this morning from 9 AM to noon where kids can build teddy bear shaped holiday ornaments for free. Cheap Skate Princess Skate in Coon Rapids runs from 10 AM to noon today at just twenty dollars per person, including skate rental, pizza, and a drink.
If you're looking for something really special, LUMINISCENCE Minneapolis is an immersive celebration of light, sound and storytelling happening today at the Basilica of Saint Mary. This unique experience combines holiday traditions with cutting-edge presentation.
And don't overlook the Hmong New Year Celebration happening at the Saint Paul RiverCentre today and tomorrow, featuring traditional Hmong dance, music, and cultural performances that showcase the vibrant heritage of the community.
Whether you're after holiday markets, live entertainment, family fun, or cultural experiences, the Twin Cities has absolutely everything covered this weekend. Thank you so much for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for more local event coverage and recommendations. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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