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Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt: Family Event of the Season
Whether you're already a resident or you're exploring the area's Excelsior homes for sale in anticipation of a move, the Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt is a great way to shop, have fun, and get to know and celebrate the community. You'll find everything from unique gifts to beer and brats to live reindeer you can pet.
In Excelsior, the Christkindlsmarkt is traditionally held in the three days following Thanksgiving and features activities for the entire family.
Here's what you need to know about this fun family event of the season (besides dressing warmly!):
History of the Christkindlsmarkt
The Christkindlsmarkt Festival has a long tradition, having started over 700 years ago in Dresden, Germany to celebrate the coming of the Christ child. It spread throughout Germany and moved to Austria and Switzerland before coming to the U.S. in Chicago. The Chicago festival is still celebrated today, and it also takes place in towns such as Excelsior. It's inspired by the traditional open-air events and celebrates German tradition in a fun, local event. Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt is the perfect chance to shop for the holidays, spend time with your family, and patronize local merchants.
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Community Events: Excelsior Apple Day Sept. 21
Excelsior Apple Day is right around the corner, and we are excited for another year of fun. On Saturday, September 21st, this lakeside festival close to Excelsior homes for sale returns downtown on Water Street for a full day of fresh produce, live music, an exhilarating race, and old-fashioned street dancing. We look forward to this annual event and hope you'll join us in celebrating one of Excelsior's favorite traditions!
2019 Excelsior Apple Day
- When: Saturday, September 21, 2019
- Where: Downtown Excelsior, Water Street Between Third Street & Lake Street
- Time: 9 a.m. — 10 p.m.
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Excelsior: Summertime Celebrations Not to Be Missed
Minnesota summers are full of fun and entertainment for all ages, and Excelsior homes for sale are right in the midst of the excitement. Here are two popular events offering another reason to make your home in Excelsior.
Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration
Holidays are full of shared traditions that bring communities closer together. For more than 130 years, people have gathered for the day-long Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration. More than 200,000 people are estimated to participate in the waterfront activities centered at Commons Park in downtown Excelsior.
- The day kicks off bright and early at 7:30 a.m. with the Firecracker Run. Choose from 5K and 10K timed races or a one-mile fun run. Routes begin at Excelsior Elementary and end at the Commons. Early registration fees, which include a t-shirt, are $30 for the one mile run and $42 for the longer races.
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Community Event: Excelsior Art on the Lake
If you've been exploring the area in search of your dream house, you've probably noticed some of the gorgeous Excelsior homes for sale on the Lake Minnetonka waterfront. This is one of our most popular residential areas, and as soon as the weather starts to warm up, you can expect to see an influx of people enjoying waterfront dining, shopping, and outdoor activities.
One of our most popular summertime events, the 39th annual Art on the Lake is always a big hit among both local residents and visitors. It draws in art enthusiasts from across the entire Minneapolis/St. Paul area and features unique art, food, and musical entertainment. Sound like something you might enjoy? Here are all the details!
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Where to Spend Easter Weekend Around Excelsior
Easter is the breath of fresh air that ushers in the first days of spring. Everyone wears their best new outfits, while children hunt brightly decorated eggs and families gather around tables set with colorful flower arrangements.
Excelsior is the hub of many exciting Easter activities scheduled on or around Sunday, April 21. We've put together a list of events we're looking forward to the most. Will we see you there?
- Community Easter Egg Hunt - 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20, Excelsior Commons, 135 Lake St., Excelsior
With more than 16,000 hidden candy-filled eggs, your children are sure to come up winners at the Community Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Our Savior Lutheran Church & School. Egg hunters up to age 11 are divided into four groups of two years each. Other activities include prize giveaways, puppet shows, face painting and an appearance by Excelsior Fire District's Sparky the Fire Dog. Why not plan to stop by before an afternoon of visiting Excelsior homes for sale?