Winterer’s Gathering & Arctic Film Festival – Grand Marais, MN

Winterer’s Gathering & Arctic Film Festival – Grand Marais, MN

Winterer’s Gathering & Arctic Film Festival

Winter is the longest and most defining season in the North. With snowy days and dark nights, this season is a time both for outdoor adventure and for gathering to share traditions, meals, and stories.

The Winterers’ Gathering & Arctic Film Festival at North House Folk School in Grand Marais celebrates the crafts, customs, history, and stories that have been inspired by winter. Featuring winter-centric coursework, a winter tent camp, gear swap, film festival, speakers, and more, this is a classic event to

 

This year’s featured speaker is Tim Cahill. His talk 50 Years of Adventure Travel will chronicle his life as the least competent adventurer of his generation.  From his seminal role in founding Outside Magazine to his recently reported “death” in the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River, Cahill delights in telling odd and offbeat stories. Join us in the Red Building and online Saturday, November 18th at 7:00pm.

Event

Winterer’s Gathering & Arctic Film Festival

Friday, November 22nd

Saturday, November 23rd

Sunday, November 24th

View here full-schedule of film line-up and times!

Location

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North House Folk School

500 West Highway 61

Grand Marais, MN

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GLOW Holiday Festival Season Opens – St. Paul, MN

GLOW Holiday Festival Season Opens – St. Paul, MN

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Join us this holiday as we make the season merry with over a million lights!

GLOW Holiday Festival is an annual beautiful walk-through holiday event that comes to life at CHS Stadium in St. Paul, MN. Truly a desired destination for couples, singles, and families as they enjoy GLOW’s seasonal entertainment. We provide holiday joy, while giving back to the community with each ticket that was purchased $1 goes back int the community, over $350K we have donated.

Since it’s founding year of 2020 GLOW Holiday Festival  has been a success brining the entire Twin Cities community together. Come play on our Giant Slide, Zipline and visit Santa to make your holiday complete. Don’t forget to cozy up to make some nummy S’mores while adults enjoy a few hot totty’s amongst our GLOWING lights. We know you will enjoy GLOW with our 1,00,000 + Lightshow designed by our NYC/Broadway lighting designer. Each year he brings a whole new level of wow and excitement making it an annual must see event.

Highlights Include

Vixen’s Zip Line* – Guests can experience the thrill of Vixen’s Zip Line* as they soar high above the dazzling display of millions of lights. Two people can simultaneously glide along two separate 300-foot lines, suspended 34 feet in the air above CHS’s outfield.

VIP Opportunities – Heated suites at CHS Field are now available to reserve to host family, friends, clients, or colleagues for an unforgettable holiday party, New Year’s Eve celebration, holiday get-together, or business outing.

More highlights include:

• GLOW Spectacular – Guests can enjoy the GLOW Spectacular, a dazzling synchronized music and light show three times per hour. Witness a breathtaking display where the stadium lights come alive in perfect harmony with the music.

• Tremendous Tree – GLOW’s 60 ft. tall programmable tree serves as the stunning centerpiece for the GLOW Spectacular on-field light and music show.

• Charity Flame – Gorgeous artist-created mosaic flame representing the many regional charities that benefit from GLOW.

• Color Blossoms – 30,000 square feet of ever-changing illuminated blooms surrounding CHS field.

• Santa’s Shed – Visit Santa Claus at his charming shed, where children can share their holiday wishes and take photos with the jolly man himself.

• Enchanted Forest – Follow the trail through the mystical land of larger-than-life mushrooms, whimsical play huts and glowing trees.

• sElfie Plaza – A wonderfully enchanting area especially designed for you to capture your most magical holiday selfies and family photos amidst a backdrop of festive wonder and elfin delight.

• Giant Snowy Slide* – Embark on an epic slide adventure as you glide down a colossal 120-foot snowy slide, where thrill-seekers will be captivated by breathtaking city views during an exhilarating descent.

• Bright Bikes – GLOW’s fabulous bicycle-powered interactive display where every turn of the pedal influences the lighting of the tree.

• Reindeer Run – A fun gathering place to roast s’mores and savor the sweet nostalgia of toasting your delectable treats over a cluster of enchanting brick igloo fire pits, creating a fireside experience like no other.

• Penguin Playground – The ultimate winter children’s playground with light-up seesaws and swings – a great way for children and young adults to burn energy.

• Step onto the Field Level – Put yourself at the center of GLOW! Guests can enjoy an exclusive experience by stepping onto the baseball field as they walk through the GLOW Maze and traverse photo-friendly, arch-lighted tunnels.

• Food and Beverage Delights – CHS offers delicious seasonal fare and warm (or cold!) beverages for adults and kids alike.

• Blitzen’s Lounge – Heated full-beverage bar and gift shop that features goods from local makers and artisans available for purchase.

• Warming Houses – Find cozy comfort in a variety of warming house areas located throughout the event including the Saints Baseball Museum, Blitzen’s Lounge, and children’s warming houses in Reindeer Run.

MCAD’s 27th Annual Art Sale opens – Minneapolis, MN

MCAD’s 27th Annual Art Sale opens – Minneapolis, MN

Don’t miss this sale! 

The MCAD Art Sale is everyone’s favorite event where talented students and alumni sell thousands of works. Proceeds go to artists and student
scholarships.

Buy Art. Smile. Repeat.

You’ve been waiting all year for this, so get it on your calendar early! The MCAD Art Sale is the Twin Cities creative celebration. Thousands of people come together on campus to hunt for one-of-a-kind artwork by students and alumni. Will we see you there? Whether you’re adding to (or starting) your own collection, shopping for the holidays, or just looking forward to a fun weekend browsing with friends, there’s something for everyone.

Celebrating MCAD students, alumni, and the wider community, the Art Sale is a tradition that has generated millions of dollars for emerging artists. Following a commitment to supporting students and alumni, 80% of all sales go directly to the artist.

Mark your calendar, we can’t wait for you to discover incredible MCAD artists.

Event

MCAD Art Sale

Thursday, November 21st, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Friday, November 22nd, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Saturday 23rd, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Tickets 

Location

 Minneapolis College of Art and Design

2501 Stevens Avenue
Minneapolis, MN

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MIA: Art & Dining After Dark – Minneapolis, MN

MIA: Art & Dining After Dark – Minneapolis, MN

Art & Dining After Dark

An Art-Inspired Culinary Adventure: “1,000 Years of Spain”

Join us for an entirely unique, completely delicious way to enjoy Mia: an intimate dining experience, after-hours in the galleries, inspired by Mia’s special exhibition.

The evening features a multi-course, salon-style dinner from Jamie Malone and Paris Dining Club; wine pairings by acclaimed sommelier Bill Summerville; and a private, curator-led tour of the exhibition. Throughout the evening, insights from Mia’s director and curators as well as the culinary team highlight creative expression from field and kitchen to studio and museum.

Event

Art & Dining After Dark

Wednesday, December 11th, 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Complimentary valet is included.

Your purchase supports the museum’s mission.

Tickets

Bentleyville Tour of Lights Opens – Duluth, MN

Bentleyville Tour of Lights Opens – Duluth, MN

Bentleyville Tour of Lights

Bayfront Festival Park – Bentleyville Tour of Lights ia a walk through 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.

Plan your trip!

Event

Bentleyville Tour of Lights

Saturday, November 23rd, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Open daily through Saturday, December 28th
Sunday – Thursday
Open 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday – Saturday
Open 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Bentleyville “Tour of Lights” is funded through the support from fine businesses and visitors. Your donations are utilized to provide an exceptional experience to each and every Bentleyville guest. Simply put, we would not be able to hold this annual event without your support!

You can also give when visiting Bentleyville! Individual donations placed in our donation boxes make up the largest portion of our operating budget!

Donate

Location

Bayfront Festival Park

600 West Railroad Street

Duluth, MN

 

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