Why not be BOLD during the coldest month of winter and come out and experience the COLD at our Annual Bold & Cold Winter Festival in Owatonna, MN! Stay tuned for event activities!
This weekend celebration has events and activities that are designed to highlight the Minnesota psyche of "cold noses and warm hearts."
Join us at the 45th Anniversary of the Ely Blueberry Arts Festival featuring Artists, Crafters, Food Court, Beer Tent (Ely Fire Department Fundraiser), and don't forget the Blueberry Pie! Alongside this three-day event in the city park, there are special Blueberry Discounts and Themed events and sales throughout town, so take a peek on your walk through downtown Chapman Street, Sheridan Street, and the Avenues leading to the park!
An unforgettable holiday experience awaits you at Bentleyville in Duluth, Minnesota. Whether you’re making magical memories with your family, planning a cozy outing with your special someone, or exploring the lights on a winter getaway, Bentleyville offers something special for everyone.
A very Baroque program grounded in the music of Bach, his
English contemporaries and 20th century British composers. Plus, a very special
piece that harkens back to our very first concert in 1959.
Artistic Partner Abel Selaocoe returns to lead an ethereal
musical kaleidoscope of minimalism, spirituality and transformation. Taking its
name from Edmund Finnis’ The Centre is Everywhere for twelve string
players — which itself is a reference to an anonymous, medieval definition of
God as ‘an infinite sphere whose centre is everywhere and whose circumference
is nowhere’ — this program is an exploration of music as texture, pattern and movement
across time. From contemporary soundscapes to raw, emotional improvisation, the
This genre-blurring chamber music program offers a rich,
rhythmic blend of the soulful, the contemplative and the inventive. From
Romantic, lyrical string trios to contemporary works of propulsive beats and
bold musical colors, this program flows like a conversation across time and
culture, beginning with Antonín Dvorák’s Terzetto for Two Violins and Viola
before springing forward to explore chamber music from the 21st century. It’s a
vibrant showcase of small groups of musicians, with works for strings and wind
ensembles.
A deeply moving tribute — resonant and reverent, featuring
violins once played by Holocaust survivors and music inspired by Jewish
traditions.
A tradition since 1938. Save the date for Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes July 15-16, 2025! This one-of-a-kind event is rootin' tootin' good fun for the whole family! The huge cast iron kettles of beans are buried on Tuesday, July 15 to cook overnight and will be served on Wednesday, July 16 at noon to more than 3,000 hungry visitors. Lines form early, so make sure to purchase a 2025 Bean Hole Days mug and head to the front of the “Fast Pass for Gas” line!
A celebration of world music whose artists spread the message of love, hope, and equality for all people worldwide! Bring your flag and wave it proudly!
This annual festival showcases internationally touring performers while you enjoy cultural foods, beverages, and a variety of artisans displaying their wares. Enjoy Lake Superior views from this beautiful open-air venue. Visit our website for updates on the lineup, tickets, hotel accommodations, directions, and camping information.
Bavarian Blast is New Ulm’s biggest summer party, packed with live music, dancing, beer, and bratwurst. This four-day festival mixes German tradition with good old Midwest fun—think polka, parades, and stein-holding contests. There’s something for everyone, from kids’ activities to late-night bands. Come for the culture, stay for the party!
