Events in Minneapolis in December 2026

The Minneapolis calendar for December 2026 leads with these:

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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026

Sourced events

Dec 3
Pokey LaFarge (18 and Over with Valid Government ID)
Fine Line Music Cafe. Music · Other.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 4
Rhye
Varsity Theater - Minneapolis. concert.
Source: SeatGeek
Dec 4
Blue October with Jess Woodland
Fillmore Minneapolis. concert.
Source: SeatGeek
Dec 4
Blue October: Foiled 20th Anniversary World Tour
The Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 4
Rhye: Joy Tour
Varsity Theater. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 5
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Orpheum Theatre. Arts & Theatre · Dance.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 5
Christmas with Lorie Line 2026
Ames Center. Music · Holiday.
Source: Ticketmaster
Dec 5
Martin Amini
Fillmore Minneapolis. theater.
Source: SeatGeek
Dec 5
Christopher Titus
Pantages Theatre - Minneapolis. theater.
Source: SeatGeek

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These are useful leads, not source-backed dates. Check with the organizer before booking around them.

Dec 1 - Dec 31
Minneapolis Holiday Lights Tour
Guided tours showcasing the best holiday light displays across Minneapolis neighborhoods and downtown areas.
Planning lead · verify date and source · Source: festival research
Dec 3 - Dec 30
Guthrie Theater: A Christmas Carol
Annual production of Charles Dickens' classic holiday story performed at the Guthrie Theater.
Planning lead · verify date and source · Source: festival research
Dec 4 - Dec 24
Holidazzle Festival
A beloved Minneapolis winter festival featuring light displays, local vendors, live music, and holiday-themed activities along Nicollet Mall.
Planning lead · verify date and source · Source: festival research

Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.

Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).

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