November 2025
Hello, Holiday Season! Twin Cities Events to Kick Off November
The chilly winds of November bring a warm, festive glow to the Twin Cities as the region transitions from autumn leaves to holiday cheer. If you're staying at our Minnetonka retreat, you're perfectly positioned to enjoy the start of the holiday arts season, exciting conventions, and world-class theater!
1. Holiday Shopping Extravaganza: Art, Gifts, and Craft Markets
November is the month to get a jump start on your holiday shopping with unique, locally-sourced gifts.
• Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
• When: November 7–9, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
• Where: Minneapolis Convention Center
• What: This is a massive, three-day event featuring over 200 exhibitors. You'll find everything from holiday décor, gourmet treats, and apparel to handmade jewelry, ceramics, and fine art from local and regional artisans.
• Info: Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
• Minneapolis Christkindl Market
• When: Starts November 21, 2025 (Weekends Only: Fri-Sun)
• Where: North Loop Green, Minneapolis
• What: Transport yourself to a traditional European Christmas market! Enjoy the enchanting atmosphere with twinkling lights, alpine wooden huts, and the cozy aroma of glühwein (mulled wine) and bratwurst. It's the perfect pre-Thanksgiving holiday tradition.
• Info: Minneapolis Christkindl Market
2. Pop Culture & Fandom: Twin Cities Con
The ultimate celebration of all things pop culture returns! Whether you're a fan of comics, sci-fi, fantasy, or gaming, this event is a must. You can meet celebrity guests, shop at a massive vendor hall, attend panels, and see incredible costumes in the cosplay contest.
• When: November 7–9, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
• Where: Minneapolis Convention Center (Co-located with the Gift Expo!)
• Info: Twin Cities Con
3. The Official Start of Holiday Theater
Two of the Twin Cities' most treasured holiday stage productions kick off this month:
• A Christmas Carol
• When: Performances begin November 8, 2025
• Where: Guthrie Theater (Wurtele Thrust Stage), Minneapolis
• What: The Guthrie's annual, dazzling production is a cherished tradition. Experience Charles Dickens' classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation into a kind and generous man. A beautiful and uplifting way to welcome the season.
• Info: Guthrie Theater A Christmas Carol
• Dr. Seuss's How The Grinch Stole Christmas!
• When: Performances begin early November
• Where: Children's Theatre Company (UnitedHealth Group Stage), Minneapolis
• What: A perfect family-friendly musical based on the beloved holiday classic. Watch the Grinch try to steal Christmas from the kind Whos of Who-ville in a festive, energetic production.
• Info: Children's Theatre Company Grinch
4. An Evening of Music by Candlelight
For a unique and intimate musical experience, grab tickets to a special Candlelight Concert. Enjoy a string quartet performing popular music in a beautiful, historic setting, all illuminated by hundreds of candles.
• Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Tribute: November 9
• Taylor Swift Tribute: November 20
• Vivaldi's Four Seasons: November 21
• Hip-Hop on Strings: November 22
• Info: Check local listings or search for Candlelight Concerts Minneapolis for venues and tickets.
Your Cozy Escape: Tonka Hills Vacation Rental
After a day of exploring the city's lively markets or taking in a stunning theatrical performance, you deserve a peaceful retreat. Tonka Hills Vacation Rental in Minnetonka offers the perfect sanctuary to escape the crowds, complete with cozy amenities for those crisp November evenings. Book your stay with us and make the most of the Twin Cities' enchanting transition into the holiday season.
Book Your Stay at Tonak Hills off 494 and 7 West: www.vacaystaylee.com