Holidazzle Returns!
Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 9:08AM
Free Festival on Five Blocks December 18 – 22
The Minneapolis Downtown Council has announced the return of Holidazzle, Wednesday, December 18 through Sunday, December 22. Five blocks of Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, from 6th Street to Peavey Plaza (11th), will transform into a free and family-friendly holiday experience. Holidazzle 2024 promises a vibrant holiday atmosphere filled with fun, joy, and holiday cheer in the heart of the city.
The 2024 Holidazzle will bring community together to enjoy seasonal activities and entertainment while also supporting local small businesses. Guests are invited to stroll the Nicollet Mall as it becomes a festive playground complete with twinkling lights, performances, and tasty bites from local food trucks.
“Holidazzle is the perfect way to bring people together to celebrate our beautiful city in our winter season,” says Adam Duininck, president and CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council. “From Minnesota-made treats to community performances to families making their holiday memories, it’s a true showcase of the talent, creativity, and spirit that makes Minneapolis shine!”
Holidazzle highlights will include:
- Light & art installations
- Holiday shopping pop-ups featuring Minneapolis Craft Market, Dayton’s Holiday Market, Chameleon Shoppes featuring BIPOC women-owned vendors, and Minneapolis Vintage Market
- Two entertainment stages
- Free Roller Skating and Minne-Golf
- and of course, visits with Santa
Admission to Holidazzle is free and open to the public. “Friends of Holidazzle” passes are available for purchase starting November 1 and are partially tax deductible. The passes include valet parking, access to indoor restrooms, a limited-edition souvenir, and a Santa “fast pass.”
New this year: the Holidazzle Hospitality Hub
Looking for the perfect holiday party location? The Holidazzle Hospitality Hub is a private indoor location on Nicollet Mall designed exclusively for festive fiestas. Let the team at Minneapolis Downtown Council help create your custom celebration for 50 – 1,000 guests complete with jolly seasonal decor, branded welcome signage, audio system, and holiday playlists. For more information and to book your gathering, contact Kitty Fahey at kfahey@mplsdowntown.com.
Holidazzle is partnering with Target, Xcel Energy, CenterPoint Energy, Fulton, Sherman Associates, and many others to showcase our treasured Nicollet Mall.
While you’re downtown for Holidazzle, be sure to include one of many other seasonal activities on your itinerary such as performing arts and concerts at Hennepin Arts, Minnesota Orchestra, Guthrie, Fine Line, Dakota, and two Timberwolves games at Target Center.
For more information and a complete schedule of events, please visit Holidazzle.com.
Dates and Hours
December 18, 19 and 20, 4 – 9 p.m.
December 21, Noon – 9 p.m.
Holidazzle Social Media
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @Holidazzle, Hashtags: #Holidazzle, #mymplsdt
