Celebrate the holiday season with festive events and fun winter activities to enjoy in Minot this December
Holiday Events
CPKC Holiday Train
See a train with 13 cars decorated in holiday lights in downtown Minot on Dec 17.
Christmas at the Village
Walk through decorated homes and buildings from the past on Dec 7 & 8 and 14 & 15.
Holiday Home Tour
Tour festive Christmas decorated homes throughout Minot on Dec 7.
Photos with Santa
Stop by and visit Santa Clause and other familiar characters at the Dakota Square Mall until Dec 24.
Live Performances
Medora Christmas
Award-winning Christmas show by professional performers singing classic carols and holiday favorites on Dec 7.
Renaissance Feast
Join in on a celebratory feast with costumed performers and live holiday music on Dec 6 & 7.
Handel’s Messiah
Experience a free concert of Minot State’s 99th annual performance of this classic composition on Dec 8.
Symphony Orchestra
Hear live performers sing holiday classics and songs from Christmas movies including The Grinch & Home Alone on Dec 14.
Tuba Christmas
Free brass concert of tuba and euphonium players at Dakota Square Mall on Dec 21.
Christmas Ballet
Go on a magical journey with the Christmas Angel performed by talented dancers on Dec 21 & 22.
Holiday Lights
Drive through Oak Park filled with sparkling Christmas light displays from Nov 29 until New Years Eve; $5 per car.
Explore this park celebrating Scandinavian traditions and covered in beautiful holiday lights.
Enjoy the 20ft tree and buildings on Main Street decorated with holiday lights, Christmas displays, and holiday music in the air.
Grab some hot cocoa and have fun on this self-guided holiday light tour throughout Minot.