White Bear Lake Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in White Bear Lake and surrounding areas
White Bear Lake kicks off Christmas 2025 with Holiday lights reflecting off the lake and events clustered in the charming downtown and along Third Street near the lakefront. Favorites like Downtown White Bear Lake Winter Fest, Maplewood Holiday Craft & Gift Show, and the White Bear Lake Festival of Trees offer family fun, Santa experiences, and a wealth of things to do. Enjoy seasonal markets, cozy performances, and neighborhood activities that make the lakeside community sparkle during the holiday season.
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Christmas Shows
35 eventsRock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
Christmas Markets
24 events3rd Annual holiday market with local artists
Christmas Lights
9 eventsOver 100,000 LED lights synchronized to Christmas music.
Christmas Activities
31 eventsA magical, hand-built winter wonderland of ice.
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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White Bear Lake Christmas Events Map
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White Bear Lake Christmas FAQ
The White Bear Lake Festival of Trees and Winterfest are two of the largest annual events, featuring decorated trees, holiday activities, and visits from Santa.
White Bear Lake is known for its Festival of Trees and the tradition of decorating the Fillebrown House pine tree, both of which bring the community together each season.
Neighborhoods like 11th Street and Douglas Lane are popular for their festive, synchronized light displays. Many homes also participate in themed light shows throughout the city.
Local markets and artisan vendors can be found at the Festival of Trees, downtown events, and community centers during the holiday season.
Free activities include viewing neighborhood light displays, attending tree lightings, and visiting the Fillebrown House tree. Many holiday markets and events also offer free admission.
Families enjoy the Festival of Trees, Winterfest, and holiday light displays. Many events feature Santa visits, crafts, and activities designed for children.