Stroll through historic buildings and enjoy holiday displays, music, crafts, family activities, horse-drawn trolley, and festive treats.
🗓 December 6-7 & 13-14, 2025 (3-8 p.m.)
📍 Dakota City inside Dakota County Fairgrounds (Farmington, MN)
🎟 $5 cash | $5.50 if purchased online (children 5 and under are free)
Daily Events
🎶 Christmas carols and live musical performances
🎅 Visit with St. Nick (Depot)
🐴 Horse-drawn trolley rides
🍽 Snacks available for purchase
🚂 Model train display (Library building)
📫 Leave a letter for Santa and get one back via mail, + photo booth (Dakota City Garage, hosted by IMCA Oldtimers Car Club)
Demonstrations vary daily.
Buildings are heated and bonfire pits available.
Tickets available at gate ($5 cash) or at online ($5.50) at dakotacity.org.
Questions are welcome at
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GET INVOLVED
Interested in showcasing your music or handiwork? Please email
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VOLUNTEER
https://dakotacity.org/volunteer/
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