For the Kids

Ring in the New Year with the entire family. Entertaining activities will be provided for all ages.  Start 2014 with lots of fun and a family-friendly celebration. 763.494.6500. Read more about Family New Year's Eve Party

Celebrate the Christmas season Norwegian-style at the Eidem Homestead, which features hayrides, Christmas music, a bonfire, caroling, kick sleds and old-fashioned craft demos. Enjoy Scandinavian desserts like krumkaka and piparkakut. Even St. Nick will be making a visit. 763.493.8333. Read more about A Norwegian Christmas on the Farm

Join Santa for a festive Saturday morning. Visit with the man himself; enjoy games as well as a choice of breakfast or lunch. Other activities such as face painting, crafts and photo opportunities are available. Bring your own camera. Pre-registration is required, online registration only. 763.494.6500. Read more about Breakfast/Lunch with Santa

‘Tis the season! The 4th annual Sleigh Bells and Sparkle Parade will take place on Main Street in Maple Grove. Bundle up and ring in the holiday festivities with the rest of the community. After the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the community tree at the Government Center to round out the fun-filled night. This Maple Grove tradition is the perfect way to kick off the holidays. 763.494.5985. Read more about Sleigh Bells and Sparkle Parade

Bring the kids to meet with Santa in preparation for the holiday season. They can even bring their lists and check them twice over a delicious lunch. It’s time to find out if they have made the nice list. Free. 11 a.m. Osseo Community Center, 415 Central Ave., Osseo; 763.425.2624. Read more about Lunch with Santa

Celebrate the holiday season with the entire community of Osseo at the 5th annual Mini-Dazzle parade. The whole family can participate in this tradition with lots of activities available for all ages and interests. 763.425.2624. Read more about Osseo Mini-Dazzle

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