Chaska Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

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For Christmas 2025 Chaska delivers holiday activities and Christmas markets across the scenic Minnesota River Valley and downtown Carver Park area. Local favorites include The Spirit of Winter Festival of Lights, the Chaska Tree Lighting, and community drives like Hamilton Pro Wrestling: Wreck the Halls 6 Food & Toy Drive as festive events. Families can enjoy twinkling lights, craft markets, seasonal concerts, and parade festivities while exploring historic Main Street and riverside parks for warm, community-centered holiday activities.

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Christmas Shows

36 events
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve • Dec 21

Rock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.

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Christmas Markets

18 events
Gingerbread Wonderland 2025 • Nov 21 – Jan 3, 2026

11th annual community-curated gingerbread town

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Christmas Lights

13 events
The Spirit of Winter Festival of Lights • Nov 21 – Dec 31

Over twenty miles of musical synchronized lights.

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Christmas Activities

31 events
Ice Castles Minnesota

A magical, hand-built winter wonderland of ice.

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve (Saint Paul)
    Rock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
  2. Ice Castles Minnesota (Falcon Heights)
    A magical, hand-built winter wonderland of ice.
  3. Holidazzle Festival (Minneapolis)
    Winter wonderland on Nicollet Mall with lights and markets
  4. Gingerbread Wonderland 2025 (Minneapolis)
    11th annual community-curated gingerbread town
  5. Cirque du Soleil: 'Twas the Night Before... (Minneapolis)
    Cirque du Soleil's first holiday show based on a classic poem.
  6. Minnesota Merry Market at the State Fair (Saint Paul)
    3rd Annual holiday market with local artists

Events Happening Soon (6)

Black Nativity Tue, Dec 2 View →
Celebrating the Season in Excelsior Sat, Dec 6 View →
Lunch with Santa Sat, Dec 6 View →
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Fri, Dec 12 View →
A Minnesota Nutcracker Fri, Dec 12 View →
An Enchanted Christmas Concert Fri, Dec 12 View →

Christmas Parties Near Chaska

Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Chaska.

Jingle Ball Rock-a-Hairball Holiday Party

Get ready for the Jingle Ball Rock-a-Hairball Holiday Party, a vibrant celebration packed...

📍 Prior Lake • Dec 13
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Noon Year's Eve Party

Celebrate the New Year early at the Noon Year's Eve Party! This free,...

📍 Prior Lake • Dec 31
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Also Near Chaska

Shakopee (3.7 miles) → Chanhassen (6.1 miles) → Eden Prairie (7.9 miles) → Prior Lake (10.2 miles) → Savage (12 miles) → Minnetonka (12.2 miles) →
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Chaska Christmas FAQ

What are the biggest annual Christmas events in Chaska?

The Winter Lights at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is one of the largest and most popular annual events, drawing visitors for its illuminated gardens and festive activities.

What holiday traditions are unique to Chaska?

Chaska’s holiday traditions include community light displays, festive walks through the Arboretum, and local markets featuring regional crafts and foods.

Which neighborhoods are best for Christmas lights in Chaska?

Neighborhoods like Christmas on Savanna and Snook Family Lights are known for their festive displays, making them popular spots for holiday light viewing.

Where can I find Christmas markets and local makers in Chaska?

Local Christmas markets and artisan vendors are often found at community centers, seasonal events, and holiday fairs throughout Chaska.

What are the best free or budget-friendly holiday activities in Chaska?

Free holiday activities include neighborhood light displays, festive walks, and community events like holiday markets and seasonal gatherings.

What are good picks for families with kids in Chaska?

Families enjoy the Winter Lights at the Arboretum, neighborhood light tours, and holiday markets with kid-friendly crafts and treats.

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