Oakdale Christmas Lights 2026

Santa arrives in style on a decorated fire truck to kick off the festivities before the tree lighting ceremony. Visitors can take photos with Santa, roast s'mores around a bonfire, enjoy refreshments, and listen to holiday music.

Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights experience set along a winding path at Viking Lakes. Guests view animated seasonal scenes and characters illuminated with digital technology and LED displays from the comfort of their own vehicles.

Visitors can stroll through decorated historic buildings, take horse-drawn trolley rides, and watch living history demonstrations at the Carpenter Shop, Blacksmith Shop, and heritage homes. Guests can visit St. Nicholas at the Depot, watch G-scale model trains running through a...

Embark on a magical journey through Valley Lights at Rockpoint Church, a breathtaking drive-through Christmas light display. Immerse yourself in over 100,000 LED lights that twinkle and dance to the sounds of beloved Christmas carols. This enchanting event offers a...

Step into a winter wonderland at the GLOW Holiday Festival, Minnesota's premier light display. This enchanting event at CHS Field features over a million lights, exciting new exhibits, and classic attractions like Vixen's Zip Line and the Merry Carousel. It's...

Step into a storybook at the American Swedish Institute's 'Once upon a Mansion: ASI's 73rd Holiday Experience.' This enchanting event transforms the historic Turnblad Mansion into a magical realm of winter traditions, myths, and tales. Explore festive rooms adorned with...

Scandia's VinterLights! event illuminates the village center with festive holiday lights, officially ushering in the season. Visitors can gather for warm drinks and carols around a bonfire. The event also features the Best of Scandia Artisan Market, offering a central...

Fridley, Minnesota, invites residents and visitors to embrace the holiday spirit with its Winter Lights Contest. This annual event encourages homeowners to transform their properties into dazzling displays of festive illumination. While registration opens in November, the community spirit shines...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Brooklyn Park's December Lights Tour. Neighbors across the community share their festive spirit by decorating their homes with dazzling light displays. Use the interactive map to discover the most spectacular light installations...