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Sauk Rapids Downtown Jingle and Mingle

Published December 5, 2024 | Updated December 11, 2024 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

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Looking for a fun holiday event for the whole family? Look no further than Sauk Rapids Jingle and Mingle event!

Saturday, December 7th is the day to head to Sauk Rapids, MN for their annual Jingle and Mingle event. About an hour and 15 minutes from the Twin Cities, this would be the perfect day trip for the holidays! There are so many fun activities going on, you could definitely spend the whole day in the downtown area.

A man and woman dressed as Santa and Mrs. Claus wave from a decorated horse-drawn carriage in a snowy park. They are seated side by side, wearing red and white outfits, surrounded by winter scenery.

Let’s highlight the FREE events during Jingle and Mingle, because there is nothing I love more than free, holiday fun for the whole family. There are free wagon rides available from 11am – 3pm, free photos with Santa Claus from 9:30am – 4pm, free performances of the Living Nativity from 2pm -5pm, free cookies and beverages at the Benton County Historical Museum from 1- 4pm, a free lighted parade starting at 5pm and a free Christmas concert at 6:30pm. Like I said– you really could be busy all day long with just the FREE events!

A man holds a smiling baby dressed in pink winter clothes while a woman in a knit hat holds a llama on a leash. They are outdoors on a cloudy day, with bare trees and utility poles in the background. The man wears a hat with a festive pattern.

The Llama Wonderland looks to be super fun and most kiddos enjoy snuggling with llamas! This isn’t quite free, but it is very thrifty with buttons only costing $2/each for entry. You can visit the llamas from 11am -3pm and get a free sticker with your visit.

A collage of images featuring horse-drawn wagon rides at an event. Top image shows two white horses and a group of people nearby. Other images depict riders on the wagon, the horses, and attendees enjoying the event. Text details the event date and location.

Don’t miss your chance to visit the Artisan Market and finish up your holiday shopping. It’s open from 9:30am – 4:30pm. Lastly if you are in a giving mood, Sauk Rapids will be collecting Toys for Tots from 1 -4 pm at the Sauk Rapids Fire Station. There will be free cookies, hot chocolate and coffee available as well.

A collage of several scenes from a Living Nativity event featuring people dressed as biblical figures and animals in a stable setting. The event is scheduled for December 7, 2024, from 2pm-5pm at Coborn's parking lot.

Are you planning to head to Sauk Rapids for their Jingle and Mingle event? We can’t wait to check it out!

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Hannah is a married mom of 3 kiddos in the Twin Cities. Born and raised here in MN, she loves finding deals and special events to share with others.

Hannah enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading books, going on road trips up north, singing along with the radio and finding new thrift stores to shop! Hannah is also a fierce advocate for people with disabilities and is always on the lookout for more sensory friendly opportunities in the Twin Cities.

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