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Things to do around Minnesota this week: skating at U.S. Bank Stadium, Holiday Junk Bonanza, Winter SKOLstice, and more

Lace Up the Skates

What: Winter Warm-Up at U.S. Bank Stadium
When: Dec. 3 & 5, 5-9 p.m.
Where: 401 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis

Winter Warm-Up, a recreational program with inline skating and indoor running, returns to U.S. Bank Stadium this December.  Open to all ages, it will take place on the stadium’s main and upper concourses.

Courtesy of U.S. Bank Stadium

‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!’

What: Cyndi Lauper Farewell Tour
When: Dec. 4, 8 p.m.
Where: 600 N. First Ave., Minneapolis

Spanning across three continents, Cyndi Lauper’s sixteenth concert tour kicked off in October, with 44 shows in total. This tour is billed as her final major tour, marking the end of an era for the legendary American artist.

Courtesy of Target Center

Express Yourself

What: TC Cabaret – Holiday Spectacular!
When: Dec. 5, 8 p.m.
Where: Gay 90’s, 408 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis

Get ready for a spectacular celebration of holiday and winter-inspired burlesque, dance, singing, pole, and drag—everything that adds a touch of fabulousness to life!

Shop Till You Drop

What: Holiday Junk Bonanza
When: Dec. 5 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.), Dec. 6 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), and Dec. 7 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Where: Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Road S., Shakopee

Junk Bonanza is the ultimate vintage shopping experience for your home, garden, and beyond! With over 150 curated vendors and artisans, our indoor event is the perfect place to discover your unique style.

Courtesy of Junk Bonanza Vintage Market

Honor Minnesota’s Athletic Legacy

What: Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame Experience
When: Through Dec. 28
Where: The Dayton’s Project Building, 700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis

This pop-up exhibit celebrates the state’s rich athletic legacy, featuring displays of iconic moments, athletes, and teams from Minnesota’s sports history. The exhibit is free to the public through Dec. 28, showcasing everything from Olympic gold medals to professional championships.

Discover Holiday Magic

What: Winter SKOLstice
When: Through Jan. 5
Where: Viking Lakes, 2685 Vikings Circle, Eagan

The 2024-2025 winter celebration returns with 94 days of holiday fun for all ages. Enjoy returning favorites like the Magic of Lights drive-thru, the world’s largest ice maze, Mauer Chevrolet Ponds, and live music—plenty of ways to celebrate the season!

Courtesy of Viking Lakes