New Hope Christmas Events 2026
Your guide to the best Christmas events in New Hope and nearby
The holiday season around New Hope often means bundling up for dazzling light displays, browsing curated craft markets, and enjoying festive performances. Locals know that the weeks leading up to Christmas are filled with opportunities to experience the magic, from intricate ice sculptures to theatrical productions and special holiday concerts.
This year, you can find yourself captivated by the enormous scale of Ice Castles, or swept away by the unique sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. For those seeking handcrafted treasures, the Minnesota Merry Market promises a delightful experience.
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Christmas Shows
Rock opera 'The Lost Christmas Eve' with dazzling light and pyrotechnic show.
Christmas Markets
Local artisan market with a small business support fund
Christmas Lights
Enchanting holiday experience in Minnesota's only castle.
Christmas Parties
New Year's Eve cosmic bowling bash with prize opportunities.
Unique & Unusual Christmas Events
Skate with Santa and donate food
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Skate with Santa at New Hope Ice Arena
Skate with Santa and donate food
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Ice Castles Minnesota
· Falcon Heights
A 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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Holidazzle Festival
· Minneapolis
Winter wonderland on Nicollet Mall with lights and markets
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Gingerbread Wonderland
· 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.
New Hope Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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New Hope Christmas FAQ
What are the biggest annual Christmas events in New Hope?
New Hope’s biggest annual Christmas events include the city’s holiday lights map tour and various neighborhood markets that bring the community together for festive celebrations throughout December.
What holiday traditions are unique to New Hope?
New Hope’s tradition of creating an interactive holiday lights map, where residents share and vote on their favorite displays, is a unique way the community celebrates the season together.
Which neighborhoods are best for Christmas lights in New Hope?
Several neighborhoods across New Hope participate in holiday light displays, with the city providing maps to highlight the most festive areas, making it easy to explore the best local displays.
Where can I find Christmas markets and local makers in New Hope?
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, event halls, and seasonal markets throughout New Hope and nearby areas, offering artisan crafts and holiday goods.
What are the best free or budget-friendly holiday activities in New Hope?
Exploring neighborhood light displays using the city’s free holiday lights map and attending local markets with no admission fees are great budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season in New Hope.
What are good picks for families with kids in New Hope?
Families with kids will enjoy walkable neighborhood light displays, festive markets with activities like crafts and Santa visits, and community events that offer a warm holiday atmosphere in New Hope.
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