GINGERBREAD
WONDERLAND

Norway House’s

10 Years of Wonder

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 - JANUARY 4, 2025

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See the Magic!

Closed Monday (Special Tours Only)
Tuesday: 12pm-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-5pm
Thursday: 10am-8 pm
Friday: 10am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm

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Norway House invites you to celebrate 10 years of our beloved community-curated gingerbread town. Inspired by the world’s largest gingerbread village — “Pepperkakebyen” in Bergen, Norway — our own festive Gingerbread Wonderland has been delighting the Twin Cities annually since 2015.

This year’s gingerbread season promises to be extra spectacular as we build upon the incredible community display you’ve come to love with new attractions, classes and more!

The 2024 Season has Begun!

Calling all Bakers!

It’s time to draw up those 2024 gingerbread design plans!

Gingerbread Wonderland is for every baker, young and old, novice to expert. Norwegian heritage and experience NOT required!

Over the years, Gingerbread Wonderland has hosted more than 2,000 charming gingerbread creations — gingerbread houses, castles, campers, Minnesota landmarks, Whoville- and Barbie-inspired constructions, and so much more — produced by both professional and amateur bakers from around town to across the globe.

A Village… that Takes a Village

There are no hard and fast rules about choosing a theme or design, but this year, we encourage repeat bakers to review those delectable archives and bake new life into past creations.

A Bit(e) of Nostalgia

Be Part of the Wonder

Sponsorship Opportunities

Join us in celebrating a decade of festive magic at Norway House!

Your sponsorship helps us continue this beloved holiday tradition, bringing joy to thousands of visitors each year.

With your support, we can make the 10th anniversary of Gingerbread Wonderland more memorable than ever. From whimsical gingerbread creations to community events and special activities, this year’s celebration promises to be our best yet!

Download the sponsorship guide to explore how your contribution can make an impact and discover the exclusive benefits available to our sponsors.

Gallery of Wonder

  • Best of Minnesota

    Hoiiday Glamping by Joan Moser and Karen Nejedly

  • Most Koselig (Cozy)

    Coze Christmas Cottage by Carrie Bourland

  • Best Youth (Age 6-10)

    McDonalds Land by Molly (Age 7)

  • Best International

    Mount Kransekake by Sue Cain Paulson

  • Most Creative

    Aurora Borealis Lodge by Emily Antolick

  • Best Adult (16+)

    Waiting for Santa by Sue Fuller

  • Best Youth (Age 11-15)

    Santa’s Workshop by Ellie Beeck

  • Best Youth (Mixed Age)

    Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty by Sophia, Eliza, and Zora

  • Best Family Work (Intergenerational)

    Musegård “Mouse Manor” by Susan and Grace Fischer

  • Best Amateur Baker

    Welcome to Whoville! by Annette Korolchuk

  • Best Pop Culture

    Mojo “Dough”-Jo Case House by Renee and Kirsten Poppenhagen

  • Best Kids (5 & Under)

    Winter Garden by Alis Soto Andert

Step into last year’s gingerbread village to experience the magic of a delectable town built from scratch by bakers of all ages, abilities and backgrounds!