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2025 Holiday Shows Around Minneapolis
'Tis the season—for holiday cookies, glistening lights, and festive stage performances. For many families, watching a live stage performance is a holiday tradition. Luckily, the Minneapolis area has a lot to offer in this regard. From The Nutcracker to A Christmas Carol, here are some holiday shows you won't want to miss.
Festive Shows in Minneapolis
A Christmas Carol
Guthrie Theater, 818 S. 2nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55415
See Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, on the Wurtele Thrust Stage from November 8th - December 28th. This is the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly business owner who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, leading to a profound change of heart.
Tickets for A Christmas Carol start at just $35 per person, and the show runs 1 hour and 45 minutes. This is the perfect show to catch after a weekend of looking at Minneapolis homes for sale.
Cirque Du Soleil: 'Twas the Night Before...
84 Church St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
The original Cirque Du Soleil Show, 'Twas the Night Before, tells a classic holiday tale based on the poem, "Twas the Night Before Christmas." The acrobatics of the stage performers, coupled with the rich, orchestral music, make for an enthralling experience that's sure to awaken your holiday spirit.
This show takes place on the Carlson Family Stage at the University of Minnesota. Show dates include:
- Wednesdays: November 26th, December 3rd
- Thursdays: December 4th
- Fridays: November 28th, December 5th
- Saturday: December 6th
- Sundays: November 30th, December 7th
A Charlie Brown Christmas With the Tanner Taylor Trio
6161 Highway 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432
A Charlie Brown Christmas is a true classic, with tunes that fill your heart with joy. This year, you can listen to the original, classic score as composed by Vince Guaraldi, performed by the incredible Tanner Taylor Trio. Tanner Taylor is a renowned pianist, known for his jazz performances.
This show will be held at the Dunsmore Jazz Room on December 2nd and 4th. Both shows begin at 6 p.m., with drinks served an hour before the show. Tickets start at $30 per person.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
Is there a Christmas performance more famous than The Nutcracker? This year, watch this magnificent ballet come alive at the Orpheum Theatre. The show features acrobats, talented puppeteers, and incredible, festive costumes. Follow the story of Clara, whose nutcracker toy comes alive and opens up an entire, magical land.
Performances of The Nutcracker are scheduled for December 12th and 13th. Tickets can be purchased online or at the theater box office. If you purchase the Platinum Ticket Package, you'll also receive a collectible book, access to a pre-show Q&A, a premium nutcracker ornament, and more.
Manheim Steamroller Christmas
805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
Have you ever felt surrounded by music? That's the sensation many experience at the Manheim Steamroller Christmas performance. This traditional holiday show, created by Grammy winner Chip Davis, features instrumental music that captures the magic of the season. Songs will include Deck the Halls, We Three Kings, Silent Night, and more.
Manheim Steamroller Christmas is scheduled for Sunday, December 14th at 3 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre. Tickets are available online and at the box office.
Help for the Holidays and Beyond
The Twin Cities are certainly a great place to live, not just during the holiday season but all year round. If you're still looking for Minneapolis and St. Paul homes for sale, please call today. Our real estate agents are happy to help.
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