# Excelsior Christmas Market 2026

> Excelsior Christmas Market in Excelsior, Minnesota: Nov 27 to 28, 2026. Hours, closed days, admission and where it is, checked against the organizer.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/markets/excelsior-christmas-in-excelsior/

Excelsior, [Minnesota](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/states/minnesota/)

Official name: Christmas in Excelsior

Friday, November 27 to Saturday, November 28, 2026

| Dates | Friday, November 27 to Saturday, November 28, 2026 |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | None listed: open every day of its run |
| Hours | Friday and Saturday: **10 am to 6 pm** |
| Where | Historic Water Street, between Lake Street and Third Street [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=44.9028,-93.5669) |
| Admission | Free admission |
| Parking | Free parking in the ramp between Second and Third Streets and the lot behind the brewery; some street parking is paid. |
| Dogs | Organizers ask visitors to leave dogs at home because of the huskies and other animals at the event. |
| Organizer | Excelsior Lions Club. [Official website](https://christmasinexcelsiormn.com/faqs) |
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## Checked Against the Source

These dates and hours come from the organizer's own website, not from another guide.

- [Christmas in Excelsior (Excelsior Lions)](https://christmasinexcelsiormn.com/faqs), checked November 4, 2026

Outdoor markets can close early for weather. On the day, check the [official website](https://christmasinexcelsiormn.com/faqs). Something out of date? [Let us know](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/contact/).

## Excelsior Christmas Market: Quick Answers

### When does Excelsior Christmas Market open in 2026?

It opens on Friday, November 27, 2026.

### When does Excelsior Christmas Market close for the season?

The last day is Saturday, November 28, 2026.

### What are Excelsior Christmas Market's hours?

Friday and Saturday 10 am to 6 pm.

### Is Excelsior Christmas Market open every day?

Yes. The organizer lists no closed days between Nov 27 and Nov 28.

### Where is Excelsior Christmas Market?

Historic Water Street, between Lake Street and Third Street, in Excelsior, Minnesota.

### Is Excelsior Christmas Market free, or do you need a ticket?

It is free to get in.

## About Excelsior Christmas Market

A free two-day outdoor Christmas celebration on Water Street in the Lake Minnetonka village of Excelsior on Thanksgiving weekend, with a holiday market of local vendors and crafts, live reindeer, carolers, Santa, carriage rides and food trucks.

## Where Is Excelsior Christmas Market?

Historic Water Street, between Lake Street and Third Street, Excelsior, Minnesota. The other dots are nearby markets.

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