Apple Valley Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Apple Valley and surrounding areas
Apple Valley welcomes Christmas 2025 across neighborhood hotspots near Lake Marion and the ArtSpace community with holiday markets and Santa experiences like the Lakeville Drive-Thru Living Nativity that bring families together. Streets and parks glow with festive lights and seasonal decorations. Explore Christmas markets, Holiday lights, and Santa visits along with holiday activities and family fun that create warm, memorable moments throughout December.
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Christmas Shows
36 eventsRock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
Christmas Markets
23 events11th annual community-curated gingerbread town
Christmas Lights
12 eventsOver 100,000 LED lights synchronized to Christmas music.
Christmas Activities
26 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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Christmas Parties Near Apple Valley
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Apple Valley.
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Apple Valley
- Apple Valley's 12 Days of Cheer Published: Wed, Nov 26, 2025
- Local Scouts Open Annual Christmas Tree Lot Published: Tue, Nov 25, 2025
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Apple Valley Christmas FAQ
The Apple Valley Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony is a key annual event, featuring caroling, cookies, and cider. Additionally, various neighborhood light displays and seasonal markets contribute to the festive calendar.
Apple Valley embraces community-centered traditions like neighborhood holiday light displays and the annual tree lighting at the Municipal Center. These events foster local spirit and bring residents together to celebrate the season.
Neighborhoods around Eveleth Avenue and Lower Guthrie Court are well-known for their impressive Christmas light displays. These areas feature synchronized and creative decorations that attract many visitors each year.
Christmas markets and local artisan fairs are often held at community centers and event spaces within Apple Valley and nearby suburbs. Checking local event calendars will help you find current market locations and dates.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays like Ray’s Holiday Light Show and attending the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Exploring local parks and seasonal walking trails also offers budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays.
Families can enjoy the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony with caroling and treats, as well as walkable light displays and nearby Winter Lights at the Arboretum. Many markets also offer kid-friendly crafts and visits with Santa to keep children engaged.