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Dec 2024
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Friday, repeating until Jan 17, 2025
Lake Superior Estuarium Open
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Friday, repeating until Jan 17, 2025
The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior, and information to help anyone explore. An estuarium is gathering place for learning and play. The term is a combination of words “estuary” and “museum.”…
Find out more »Funk-day the 13th
Bent Paddle hosts this night of freaky, funky jams from DJ Sound Johnson and Jumpsuit, as well as pop-ups from River City Funk in the Trunk Vinyl Sale, Tarot Reader Jin (Orin Speaks), Ritual Apothecary, Johnny B's and Ritual Salad.
Find out more »Dark Sky Festival
NASA Returns to Grand Marais for the sixth annual Dark Sky Festival. The three-day event celebrates the county's dark sky and its impact on humans and nature. Hosted by Visit Cook County MN, this event invites stargazers, nature enthusiasts and families to immerse themselves in the pristine night skies of the North Shore, "one of the darkest and most stunning places to view the stars in the United States." Festival activities include a guided night sky viewing, dark sky dinners,…
Find out more »One event on Nov 30, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 6, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 7, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 13, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 20, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 14, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 21, 2024 at 3:15 pm
Christmas City Express 2024
One event on Nov 30, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 6, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 7, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 13, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 20, 2024 at 4:15 pm
One event on Dec 14, 2024 at 3:15 pm
One event on Dec 21, 2024 at 3:15 pm
The Christmas City Express on the North Shore Scenic Railroad is an annual train ride and storytelling experience. Trains leave from the Depot on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 29 to Dec. 21. The performance begins in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, where the story is told, carolers sing and a special guest pays a visit. Show times are 4:15, 5:15, 6:15 and 7:15 p.m. on Fridays and 3:15, 4:15, 5:15, 6:15 and 7:15 p.m. on Saturdays (Saturdays are $5…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until Dec 26, 2024
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 28, 2024
Bentleyville Tour of Lights
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until Dec 26, 2024
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 28, 2024
Duluth's mega Christmas-light spectacular is the largest walk-through display of lights in America. Guests are invited to stroll under the glow of more than five million lights in a 20-acre park on the shores of Lake Superior. Mr. and Mrs. Claus, along with Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, will be on hand for photos and handing out candy canes. The event will open each night at 5 p.m., closing at 9 p.m. on Sundays through Thursdays and 10 p.m. on Fridays…
Find out more »(Cancelled) What the Cluck! Beginner Chicken Keeping
(This event has been cancelled.) In this class, participants learn the basics of chicken keeping and plan out their flock dreams. Students learn chicken anatomy, different chicken breeds, what to feed them, basic coop requirements, common chicken health issues and more. This class provides the tools and resources to support first time chicken keepers or soon to be chicken keepers into confidently adding lay hens to their lives. Participants leave the class with a plan for adding feather friends to…
Find out more »Exhibit Opening: Clumsy Wild and Vessels for Light
Painter and muralist Adam Swanson presents his new body of work, Clumsy Wild, during this opening reception. Swanson is fascinated by the way science fiction suggests a future for humanity transformed by major environmental changes and technological innovations. His invented landscapes ask viewers to consider unfamiliar places, such as the lines between true false, fiction and documentation, natural growth and urban development. Also opening is the exhibit Vessels for Light, featuring the work of Duluth Ceramics Guild members Ashley Hise,…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
Zoo Lights
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
Lake Superior Zoo presents its annual light-display event, featuring giant animal inflatables and photo ops. Families can enjoy free s’mores, visits from Santa and live holiday music. Additionally, the Safari Cafe will have hot chocolate and treats, and light-up items will be available in the Tiger’s Paw Gift Shop.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 28, 2024
One event on Dec 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Glensheen Candlelight Christmas Tours 2024
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 28, 2024
One event on Dec 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Glensheen Mansion is illuminated by twinkling Christmas tree lights at night during its annual candlelight tours. The tours are available on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 29 to Dec. 28, with an extra date on Thursday, Dec. 26. The Classic Candlelight Tour is a self-guided experience of the lower level, first and second floors. It runs from 5 to 8 p.m. The Full Mansion Candlelight Tour is a self-guided experience of the lower level, first floor, second floor, third floor…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
Theater Dinner: Cinderella
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
Step into a storybook evening of magic and flavor with a Cinderella-themed dinner which acts as a prelude to the musical at the NorShor Theater in Duluth. On select evenings in December, enjoy a four-course menu inspired by the charm of the classic tale. Reservations are strongly recommended before heading to the NorShor. Cinderella menu - $65 Course one: risotto-stuffed pumpkin—goat cheese, cranberry, pancetta Course two: autumn salad—endive, apple, butternut squash, clementine, toasted walnuts, blood orange vinaigrette Course three: pan-roasted…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 8, 2024
Sauna du Nord at Earth Rider Brewery
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, repeating until Dec 21, 2024
An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 8, 2024
Sauna du Nord sets up outside Earth Rider Brewery's Cedar Lounge Taproom from 5 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays, 5 to 10 p.m. on Fridays, noon to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and noon to 7 p.m. on Sundays until Dec. 22. Book online at fareharbor.com.
Find out more »Holiday Light Display
Merryweather Inn is again hosting Marcia Hales' traditional holiday light display from December 1 through December 31st from 5-9 p.m. Cookies and dog biscuits are available in the pink shed on weekends. Letters to Santa can be mailed on the outside of the pink shed. Donations for Healing Paws Rescue will be collected. To see the inside of the house, come to afternoon teas on Fridays or Saturdays 1-3. Details and tickets are on the website. For more information, contact…
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One event on Dec 14, 2024 at 5:00 pm
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One event on Dec 21, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 27, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Classic Christmas Tales at Glensheen
One event on Dec 7, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 13, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 14, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 20, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 21, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 27, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm
One event on Dec 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Starting November 22, the mansion and estate will be decorated for the holiday season with daily self-guided tour offerings from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evening Christmas Candlelight Tours, also self-guided, will be offered on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. beginning on Friday, November 29 through Saturday, December 28 with a bonus date of Thursday, December 26. In 2023, Glensheen received recognition as the #5 Best Holiday Historic Home Tour by USA Today alongside other…
Find out more »Festive Holiday Ornament Workshop
This workshop invites children to craft their own unique holiday ornaments. Young artists explore a variety of crafting materials (like colorful papers, beads and ribbons) to design ornaments that sparkle and shine. The workshop is best for children ages 5 to 10. Cost is $30 per participant or $25 for museum members. Ticket price includes a small snack and juice box.
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