Dayton's Holiday Market & Santabear Tradition on Nicollet Mall

About this adventure

Step into the nostalgic warmth of Downtown Minneapolis' storied holiday past at the historic Dayton's Project. Over 75 local Minnesota makers, bakers, and artisans gather on the grand 45,000-square-foot main floor, offering one-of-a-kind toys, winter apparel, chocolates, and artisan goods. Kids can take photos with the iconic giant Santabear statue, view animated holiday window vignettes reminiscent of 1960s department store displays, and warm up with local craft hot cocoa. The building is directly connected to the heated Minneapolis Skyway system.