Published by Jen on December 8, 2025
Discover the historic riverfront district glimmering with charm and full of festivities December through March. Plan now for a holiday or wintertime getaway in Stillwater!
Stillwater, Minnesota has always been a serene and romantic winter season destination and it’s getting better every year! Stillwater offers festive warmth and small-town magic along historic Main Street, where twinkling lights, boutique shops, and cozy cafés create the perfect backdrop for a winter escape. You will find holiday markets, Santa sightings, live music, snow sculptures and activities for the whole family, So, whether you’re drawn to scenic views, unique shopping, amazing restaurants or simply a classic Minnesota winter, Stillwater offers an inviting experience you have been looking for!
Holiday Events 2025 is a list you don’t want to miss! Bring your family to enjoy these magical events throughout the holiday season. Stillwater boasts events all year long, however, during the holdiays, there are some special ones so get your calendars ready! When you are planning your season, espcially if you are lucky enough to have your family around, take a look at some of these fun event!
In 2026, you can look forward to the fifth annual World Snow Celebration, January 13-25! Be part of an international winter spectacle as Stillwater hosts the World Snow Sculpting Championships. Teams travel from around the world, turn snow into incredible art! Marvel at the artistic prowess of talented sculptors as they transform massive blocks of snow into intricate masterpieces. This event adds a touch of global flair to Stillwater’s winter landscape, making it a must-see for art enthusiasts and winter lovers alike and includes social events, activities, ceremonies, the people’s choice award, and will be fun for the whole family. To learn more, click here.
More January Highlights:
Embrace the season’s magic at Stillwater’s Winterfest, February 15-23 – a grand celebration that brings the community together. Enjoy a myriad of activities, including the Parka Pub Crawl, Talent Show, Bags tourney and Winterfest games, Frozen Zumba, Winterfest Market & Beer Dabbler, Caramelized Beer Poking, Winterfest Fireworks, Live Music, Designer Purse Bingo and Drag Brunch. For more information check here.
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In addition to St. Patrick’s Day, we welcome spring with open arms in Stillwater! Keep us in mind for your corporate meeting, or a new place to try for your summer vacation! It’s not too early to start planning your trip!
We hope to see you this wintertime in Stillwater and encourage you to consider Stillwater all year long to stay, play and make memories! To thoroughly enjoy all these great events, dining shoping, and things to do, plan to stay an extended stay in our charming town!
To book your Lodging: https://discoverstillwater.com/lodging-in-still-waters/
