Christmas at the Castle

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Christmas at the Castle is a festive open house presented by the Lakes Area Music Festival, marking the organization’s inaugural season at their new Twin Cities home, the historic Pillsbury Castle. The evening offers an immersive, experience-led celebration of warmth and holiday cheer, inviting guests to gather inside the glowing halls of the seasonally decorated estate. Instead of a traditional seated concert, mini-concerts by individual artists unfold every half hour throughout the castle. The roster features Broadway singer Andrea Ross and musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra. Hospitality elements include hors d’oeuvres by sponsors 801 Chophouse and The Melting Pot Minneapolis, along with holiday cocktails and an open bar in the Peacock Lounge. The event blends community, music, and the architectural charm of one of Minneapolis’s most storied homes.