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SNOWSHOEING UNDER THE STARS

Saint Croix Vineyards hosts a night of fun.

SAINT CROIX VINEYARDS AND WAHOO! ADVENTURES are partnering to bring a peaceful, fun night under the stars. Sporting a pair of snowshoes, enjoy a 30 to 45 minute trek through the beautiful vineyards.

“Starlight snowshoeing is such a fun event,” says Colleen Bartels of Saint Croix Vineyards. “We put out these beautiful ice luminaries that light up the trail, and it’s so pretty to see.”

Guests are provided with snowshoes to hike the 0.5-mile long trail. Afterward, they’re met with a box of “nibbles,” Bartels says. “The nibbles box is a charcuterie box … as well as a glass of hot, spiced mulled wine” she says. The end of the trail also includes bonfires and s’mores kits—a perfect treat to end stargazing.

Pre-registration is required and non-alcoholic beverages will be served; however, it’s recommended for ages 21 and over. —Hanna McDaniels

The Starlight Snowshoeing series takes places January 6–7, February 24–25 and March 3–4. For more details and registration, go to scvwines.com.

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LOCAL EVENTS

That Holiday Feeling

12/07 Starring Colleen Raye, Debbie O’Keefe, Gary LaRue and the 10-piece Blue Eyes Band, That Holiday Feeling features performances of favorite holiday tunes with sing-alongs and audience participation. All ages. $35. 7 p.m. The Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater; 651.342.1542; stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org

Holiday Craft and Gift Show

12/10–12/11 Throughout the weekend, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts from 60 local vendors while enjoying tasty food and an musicians will perform Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Trisha Yearwood, Miranda Lambert and more. All ages. Ticket

on-site cash bar. All ages. Free. Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Oak Glen Golf Course, 1599 McKusick Road N., Stillwater; 651.439.6981; oakglengolf.com

Holiday Cheers

12/17–12/18 Bring your friends for drinks at the beautiful Saint Croix Vineyards. As a bonus for each paid flight of wine, you can enjoy a free sample of warm mulled wine. Ages 21 and over. Free. Noon–5 p.m. Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Ave. N., Stillwater; 651.430.3310; scvwines.com

Girls’ Night Out: A Tribute to the Superstar Women of Country

01/14 This nine-piece band of Twin Cities prices vary. 7:30–9 p.m. The Phipps Center for the Arts, 109 Locust St., Hudson, Wisconsin; 715.386.2305; hudsonwi.org

World Snow Sculpting Championship

01/18–01/23 Come to downtown Stillwater for snow sculpting, social events and other family-fun activities. The competition, hosted by the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce and the City of Stillwater, will be judged, and winners will receive cash awards and the World Champion title. All ages. Free. Lowell Park, 201 Water St. N., Stillwater; 651.439.4001; greaterstillwaterchamber.com

An Evening with Ella

01/28 The Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra is partnering with Courtney Burton for a celebration of Ella Fitzgerald. Enjoy Fitzgerald’s discography live, intermixed with comedy and audience participation. All ages. Ticket prices vary. 7:30–9 p.m. The Phipps Center for the Arts, 109 Locust St., Hudson, Wisconsin; 715.386.2305; hudsonwi.org

AREA EVENTS

A Christmas Carol

12/01–12/31 The biggest grouch of Christmas is back in A Christmas Carol at the Guthrie Theater. Ages 8 and up. Tickets $15–$134. Times vary. Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Mpls.; 612.377.2224; guthrietheater.org

44th Annual Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar

12/01–12/03 Handcrafted items from Metro artists are available for purchase, including jewelry, wood pieces, paintings, soaps and plenty more. All ages. $5 for adults, free for kids under 12. 10 a.m.–

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7 p.m. Landmark Center, 75 W. Fifth St., St. Paul; 651.292.3225; landmarkcenter.org

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

12/02–12/03 Watch as your favorite Christmas figurine dances in Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at the Orpheum Theatre. The performance will be filled with large puppets, incredible acrobatics and extravagant costumes. All ages. Tickets starting at $33. Times vary. Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.339.7007; hennepintheatretrust.org

Holiday Flower Show

12/03–01/08 Como Park Conservatory is sure to please with this year’s holiday flower display. Elegant white poinsettias are complete with other arrangements for a unique viewing experience. All ages. Free with reservation required. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park, 1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul; comozooconservatory.org

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

12/03, 12/10, 12/17 At this interactive comedy show, enjoy a full-course dinner while solving a murder mystery. And watch out! The criminal may be nearby, and you might be the prime suspect. Teenagers and up. $69.95 tickets. 6–9 p.m. Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown, 1500 Washington Ave. S., Mpls.; thedinnerdetective.com

Elf

12/17–12/18 Listen to John Debney’s rendition of Elf while the film plays on the big screen. All ages. Tickets starting at $50. 2–4 p.m. Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Ave., Mpls.; 612.371.5656; minnesotaorchestra.org

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

12/23 Rock out with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra during their Holiday tour. The show will feature an impressive light display and festive music. All ages. Prices vary. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Xcel Energy Center, 199 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul; trans-siberian.com

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