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Bentleyville Tour of Lights is a walk through holiday lighting extravaganza! We take over Bayfront Festival Park, on the shores of Lake Superior in Downtown Duluth, and decorate it with over 5,000,000 lights! We are very popular and we often see large crowds. Many guests prefer to visit later in the evening or on weeknights. Many guests prefer to visit later in the evening or on weeknights. Learn more at bentleyvilleusa.org!
Join us for the Battle of the Badges blood drive and help save lives while supporting your local heroes! Every donation can make a difference for patients in need. Wednesday, December 3, 2025 — Noon to 6 PM Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 820 Belknap St., Superior, WI 54880 Thursday, December 4, 2025 — Noon to 6 PM First United Methodist Church, 230 E. Skyline Pkwy., Duluth, MN 55811 Donors will receive Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks and a Bentleyville Holiday T-shirt as a thank-you (while supplies last)! Your contribution matters — one donation can help more than one person. Schedule your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Join us for the Battle of the Badges blood drive and help save lives while supporting your local heroes! Every donation can make a difference for patients in need. Wednesday, December 3, 2025 — Noon to 6 PM Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 820 Belknap St., Superior, WI 54880 Thursday, December 4, 2025 — Noon to 6 PM First United Methodist Church, 230 E. Skyline Pkwy., Duluth, MN 55811 Donors will receive Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks and a Bentleyville Holiday T-shirt as a thank-you (while supplies last)! Your contribution matters — one donation can help more than one person. Schedule your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
The College of Saint Scholastica invites community members from the Twin Ports area, including Superior and the Two Harbors area, to gather at the DECC for a Thanksgiving Day celebration. This year, we will serve a turkey dinner with homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, vegetables, dinner roll and cake for dessert. Lake Superior Ballroom 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free parking DTA Transportation DTA bus transportation in Duluth will be available. Information available at duluthtransit.com or call 218-722-7283. Sign Up to Volunteer Volunteer opportunities fill up quickly, so sign up today. We also have a waiting list that you can sign up for and potentially get a spot. Volunteer Now For more information, email thanksgivingdaybuffet@gmail.com or call 218-723-6484. Volunteer Line: 218-723-6484
The Lake Superior Ice Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration that brings together the entire community to embrace the magic of winter. Coordinated through the efforts of local organizations, volunteers, and partners, the festival showcases Superior’s unique charm and our shared love for the season. Our vision is to create an inclusive and welcoming experience that invites people of all ages and abilities to gather, explore, and enjoy the many wonders of winter in our beautiful lakeside city. From sparkling ice sculptures and outdoor activities to warm food and friendly faces, the Lake Superior Ice Festival is a joyful reminder of the resilience, creativity, and spirit that make Superior truly special. While attendance at the Lake Superior Ice Festival is free, there are certain optional events that do have costs associated. We have noted each of those events on our event schedule and below: Food Vendors – food and beverages…
When: 11/6, 12/11 | 7 PM – 9 PM Where: Snively’s Lounge Cost: Free and open to all Bring your instrument and join in the fun with the Hasbens! Whether you’re a seasoned picker or just starting out, this open jam welcomes all talent levels. Come for the music, stay for the camaraderie. Let’s make some noise, share some tunes, and build community through bluegrass.