Andover Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Andover and surrounding areas
Andover sparkles for the festive season with Holiday lights along the main district and a packed calendar of festive events that celebrate community traditions. Visit the Holiday Artisan Market & Craft Fair at Courtyards of Andover or choose a tree at Pinestead Tree Farms for seasonal cheer and family activities. From parades to holiday tours and cozy markets, Andover offers welcoming events and things to do that bring neighbors together during the Christmas season.
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Christmas Shows
31 eventsRock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
Christmas Markets
27 eventsWinter wonderland on Nicollet Mall with lights and markets
Christmas Lights
9 eventsOver 100,000 LED lights synchronized to Christmas music.
Christmas Activities
32 eventsA magical, hand-built winter wonderland of ice.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
(Saint Paul)
Rock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
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Ice Castles Minnesota
(Falcon Heights)
A magical, hand-built winter wonderland of ice.
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Holidazzle Festival
(Minneapolis)
Winter wonderland on Nicollet Mall with lights and markets
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Gingerbread Wonderland 2025
(Minneapolis)
11th annual community-curated gingerbread town
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Cirque du Soleil: 'Twas the Night Before...
(Minneapolis)
Cirque du Soleil's first holiday show based on a classic poem.
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Minnesota Merry Market at the State Fair
(Saint Paul)
3rd Annual holiday market with local artists
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Andover Christmas FAQ
The Rotary Club’s Holiday Lights Contest is one of Andover’s biggest annual Christmas events, encouraging residents and businesses to decorate and compete. Additionally, local markets and community gatherings throughout December highlight the town’s festive spirit.
Andover’s unique holiday tradition includes its community-wide Holiday Lights Contest, which combines festive decorating with charitable fundraising. This event brings neighbors together to celebrate generosity and creativity during the season.
Neighborhoods participating in the Rotary Club’s Holiday Lights Contest are among the best places to see Christmas lights in Andover, featuring a variety of creative and colorful displays. These areas offer a welcoming atmosphere for holiday strolls or drives.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, town halls, and seasonal artisan fairs throughout Andover. These venues showcase a range of vendor stalls offering crafts, gifts, and festive food & drink.
Free or budget-friendly activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending local markets with no admission fees, and participating in community events like the Holiday Lights Contest. These options provide festive fun without a high cost.
Families with kids will enjoy the Holiday Lights Contest displays, local craft fairs, and seasonal markets offering kid-friendly activities such as workshops and holiday treats. These events create memorable experiences for all ages.