St. Michael WinterFest

St. Michael City Hall 11800 Town Center Drive, St. Michael, MN

WinterFest is a collaboration by the City of St. Michael, Shop STMA, and the St Michael Rotary Club that gives residents a chance to socialize, spread holiday cheer, and kick off the winter by having a great time with their neighbors. This event is located at the St. Michael City Hall & Town Center Park, with events held both inside and outside. Full schedule:

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Santa & Reindeer at Albertville Outlets

Albertville Premium Outlets 6415 Labeaux Ave NE, Albertville, MN

Join Albertville Premium Outlets for FREE photos with Santa and his live reindeer, located outside in Plaza B, near Starbucks! Enjoy festivities for the whole family including complimentary candy canes and warm beverages. This event takes place on BOTH Saturday and Sunday from 10am to noon. While you're there, you can find gifts for everyone on your list at Albertville Premium Outlets.

Free

Albertville Christmas in the Park

Albertville Central Park 5801 Main Ave NE, Albertville, MN

Join Albertville Lions Club for the 9th annual Albertville Christmas in the Park event! Share your wish list with Santa and Mrs. Claus Enjoy hot chocolate or hot cider served by Albertville Royalty Warm up over an open fire and enjoy a s'more with local Cub Scouts Take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the park Hear the STMA High School choir singing carols Tree lighting ceremony at 5:00

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Skate with Santa

Rogers Ice Arena 21080 141st Ave N, Rogers, MN

Skate with Santa at the Rogers Ice Arena! Admission is $4/person and includes free hot chocolate. Ages 5 and under skate for free. Skate rentals available for $2/pair (sizes range from Toddler 6/7 to Adult 13)

$4
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ECFE Drop in & Play

STMA Community Education Building 60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael, MN

Kids ages 0–6 are invited to drop into ECFE anytime on Mondays and Thursdays between 8:15 and 9:45 for an unstructured playtime with ECFE friends and teachers. There will be toys for all ages as well as a story and circle time. Parents and kids can make social connections in a fun, casual setting. Cost is $2/child or $5 max/family. No pre-registration required! Note: There will be NO Drop in & Play on 1/15, 2/26, 2/29, 3/25, 3/28, or 4/25

$2
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Otsego Fun & Active Playtime

Prairie Center 8899 Nashua Ave NE, Otsego, MN

Little ones birth to age 5 are invited to join Otsego Parks & Rec to jump, play, create artistic masterpieces, make friends, and have fun! Activities will include crafts, games, and stories that help with early child development. Every Monday & Thursday, 10–11:30 am $3 per child at the door (punch cards also available) Participants are asked to register with their contact info in order to be posted about any unexpected closings. https://otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1513

$3
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ECFE Drop in & Play

STMA Community Education Building 60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael, MN

Kids ages 0–6 are invited to drop into ECFE anytime on Mondays and Thursdays between 8:15 and 9:45 for an unstructured playtime with ECFE friends and teachers. There will be toys for all ages as well as a story and circle time. Parents and kids can make social connections in a fun, casual setting. Cost is $2/child or $5 max/family. No pre-registration required! Note: There will be NO Drop in & Play on 1/15, 2/26, 2/29, 3/25, 3/28, or 4/25

$2
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ECFE Dome Day

STMA High School 5800 Jamison Ave NE, St. Michael, MN

Kids 6 and under are invited to join ECFE for open play at the STMA Multipurpose Facility on select mornings throughout the winter. Bring your kids to run around and play with age-appropriate toys provided by ECFE. Interact with ECFE staff and maybe make a new friend! Cost: $2/child max $5/family  No pre-registration necessary, cash accepted at the door Complete list of dates: Thursdays: December 7, January 4 & 18, February 1, 15 & 29, March 14 Fridays: December 15, January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 8 & 22

$2
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ECFE Storytime at the Library

St. Michael Public Library 11800 Town Center Dr NE, St. Michael, MN

Join staff from STMA's Early Childhood Family Education program for stories, crafts, games, songs! This event is for ages 0-6 with a parent/caregiver.

Free
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Otsego Fun & Active Playtime

Prairie Center 8899 Nashua Ave NE, Otsego, MN

Little ones birth to age 5 are invited to join Otsego Parks & Rec to jump, play, create artistic masterpieces, make friends, and have fun! Activities will include crafts, games, and stories that help with early child development. Every Monday & Thursday, 10–11:30 am $3 per child at the door (punch cards also available) Participants are asked to register with their contact info in order to be posted about any unexpected closings. https://otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1513

$3