Richfield Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Richfield and surrounding areas
Around the historic district Richfield lights up for the festive season with Holiday lights and big seasonal attractions tied to the Mall of America, including the Festival of Trees and the Mall of America Holiday Music Festival, as well as family favorites like the Great Wolf Lodge Snowland Celebration. Local parks and community centers host smaller markets and holiday activities that offer a range of things to do for families and visitors. The season blends large-scale festive events with neighborhood charm for memorable winter celebrations.
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Christmas Shows
35 eventsRock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
Christmas Markets
22 events11th annual community-curated gingerbread town
Christmas Activities
29 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 Richfield
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Richfield.
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Richfield Christmas FAQ
The Richfield Holiday Lights Parade is one of the largest annual events, drawing families for festive floats and holiday cheer. Community tree lightings and holiday markets also draw big crowds.
Richfield’s Holiday Lights Parade stands out as a local tradition, featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus along with festive vehicles and floats. Community gatherings and neighborhood light displays are also cherished traditions.
Many neighborhoods throughout Richfield feature festive light displays, especially near parks and community centers. The parade route and surrounding areas are popular for holiday lights.
Local Christmas markets and vendor stalls are often held at community centers and parks in Richfield. Check event calendars for upcoming holiday markets and craft fairs.
The Richfield Holiday Lights Parade and neighborhood light displays are free and open to all. Community events like tree lightings and holiday markets also offer budget-friendly fun.
The Holiday Lights Parade, family-friendly holiday markets, and neighborhood light displays are great for families with kids. Many events include activities and treats for children.