Take a stroll through the streets of Stillwater and be taken to a picturesque Hallmark movie “Christmas Village” right here in the Birthplace of Minnesota! Mainstreet Stillwater and the St. Croix Riverfront will be alive with holiday spirit, featuring seasonal lights, decorations, and festive themed events!
Below is a “work in progress” schedule for 2023! Check back often for updates!

• Black Friday/Plaid Friday – Nov. 24
• Shop Small Business Saturday – Nov. 25
• Costumed Victorian Carolers – Strolling Historic Main Street – Friday/Saturdays, Dec. 1 – Dec. 16
• Caroling tours on the BierCycle – Saturdays, Nov. 25 – Dec. 30
• Holiday Tea at Historic Lowell Inn – Weekends, Dec. 1-23
• Twinkle Party and City Tree Lighting – Dec. 2
• FREE Horse-Drawn Wagonette Rides along the River – Dec. 3 & 9
• Gingerbread House Making Contest – Dec. 9
• Downtown Stillwater Scavenger Hunt – Dec. 9
• Holiday Beertique Makers Market at Lift Bridge Brewery – Dec. 9
• Downton Abbey Christmas Dinner – Dec. 9
• Breakfast with Santa at Water Street Inn – Dec. 10 & Dec.16
• Come Paint with Santa @ Kari’s Create & Paint Studio – Dec. 15
• Holiday Pet Parade – Dec. 16
• Christmas Eve Dinner or Day brunch at Historic Lowell Inn – Dec. 24 & 25
• Stay in Stillwater for New Year’s Eve dining, live music, and unique lodging.

Click on each event to find details on the location, dates, times, etc.