Small Business Saturday
Date: Saturday, November 30th, 2024
This Small Business Saturday, Excelsior invites you to celebrate the unique charm of local businesses. Shopping small supports community spirit fuels the local economy, and helps small businesses survive challenging times. Unlike chain stores, small shops offer personal touches, unique finds, and a holiday shopping experience filled with seasonal delights. By choosing local, you contribute to a vibrant community and make a lasting impact.
Have big plans for 2025? Let us host you! Weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, team building, client appreciation, and more!
Support Our Small Business HERE!
Check out all Excelsior Businesses HERE!
For more information on Excelsior’s Small Business Saturday and reasons to support, visit the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce. *Information on supporting small businesses from Christina Metcalf.
Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt
Dates: Friday, November 29th, 2024 – Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Location: Excelsior East Public Parking (Behind Excelsior Brewing)
The Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt is a festive outdoor Christmas market inspired by German holiday traditions, located in Excelsior, Minnesota. It features unique holiday shopping, German food and beverages, live music, and entertainment. Highlights include visits from Father Christmas, live reindeer, and appearances by the Christkind, or “Christmas Angel.” The market also offers family-friendly activities like a children’s lantern parade and a magical holiday ambiance. Perfect for all ages! For more details, you can visit their official website here.
Santa at the Lodge & Christmas Tree Lighting
Date: Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Locations:
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Santa: Excelsior Masonic Lodge (249 Water Street)
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Carolers: Water Street
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Tree Lighting: Excelsior Veterans Memorial (Lake St & Excelsior Blvd)
Excelsior is hosting a festive Santa event on Saturday, December 7th, perfect for families looking to enjoy the holiday season. The day kicks off with “Santa at the Lodge” from 10 AM to 7 PM at the Excelsior Masonic Lodge on Water Street. In the evening, from 5 PM to 7 PM, enjoy a cozy chili dinner with Santa, and catch the Little Dickens costumed carolers singing along Water Street. The celebration wraps up with a tree lighting ceremony at 7:15 PM at the Excelsior Veterans Memorial. Learn more here.