It’s the time of year again to take in holiday season events from music and plays to the simply joys of beautiful seasonal decorations. On top of special events, there are also great ways to enjoy the season with fun outdoor Winter Activities in Alexandria! To help you make the most of the season we have a list of 17 holiday celebrations and events to enjoy in the Alexandria, MN lakes area! You can find additional information on our Events Calendar and more winter resources in our website’s Winter Guide will help you plan some fun activities.

1. Downtown Alexandria’s renowned Christmas Lights

The Holiday Season really ramps up the day after Thanksgiving with the Runestone Museum‘s Christmas at the Fort and Lighting Ceremony. If you missed the festivities this year, don’t sweat! It’s only the beginning of the season and the lights on Broadway are shining bright every night! Stroll through a festive Downtown atmosphere while gazing at the beautiful window displays in the stores. On top of having unique local businesses to shop for everyone on your Christmas list, the lights and decorations Downtown will certainly add some cheer to everyone who experiences it.