Candlelight Christmas Tours

Come visit the WW Mayo House by the glow of candlelight for Christmas tours. The house will be decorated for the holidays and tours will include interpretations of Christmas traditions throughout the 1800s.

Border Battle Bash

Packers or Vikings? Decide the fate of Forgotten Star for the remainder of the NFL season on November 23 when the Packers face the Vikings!

Afternoon with Santa

Santa Claus will be at the house from 1 pm-3 pm to greet children. Families can enjoy the decorated house, treats, and a holiday craft area!

6th Anniversary Party

Can you believe we are already turning six years old this November?! To celebrate all of the memories made over the years, we're throwing a party on November 15, come celebrate with us!Festivities include:
- Live vinyl DJs
- Free raffles throughout the event (including custom FS quilts made with our t-shirts from over the years!!)
- The seasonal release of one of our most award-winning brews, our Dark Skies Baltic Porter
- Complimentary cupcakes while supplies last

Detroit Lakes Parade of Lights

Gather at the Public Library on the Corner of Washington Avenue/Frazee Street for the annual lighting of majestic pine tree at 5 pm. Bright lights adorn parade floats starting at 5:30 pm traveling north on Lake Avenue, then east onto Frazee Street and north on Washington Avenue. After the parade, drive south on Washington Avenue to the City Park for the Light up the Park Ceremony.

Julmarknad Handcraft Market & Festival

Julmarknad is ASI's holiday market and festival – and it's one of our most loved weekends! You’ll find charming handmade items for sale from over 40 talented local and regional artists, including unique artisan glass, clothing, woodwork, jewelry, ceramics, and textiles. Our own ASI Museum Store and Jul Shop will also be open, perfect for browsing Nordic-inspired gifts.

World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series Switzerland vs. Minnesota State

The 50th anniversary of the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship will take place Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026, in Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota. In the leadup to the tournament, teams from around the world will compete in the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series, presented by Delta Dental of Minnesota, hosted by four Minnesota communities representing the State of Hockey: Mankato, Duluth, Bemidji and Rochester.

Winter Birds Scavenger Hunt

Winter may be quiet, but there a still birds to discover! Drop by to chat with the naturalist to learn about birds that stay at the park in winter. Then, set out on a scavenger hunt for hidden birds!

Stop by anytime between 1pm through 2:30pm at the Group Campground Parking lot.

The program is free to attend but requires a valid Minnesota State Parks Vehicle Permit. These may be bought online at MN DNR State Parks Vehicle Permit or at the park office.

Twin Rivers Arts Festival

Come and join us for two days of shopping local with all of your favorite artists, authors, and makers! Plus, our Ellerbe Room Stage features live performances all weekend with room to sit, listen, relax and enjoy our exhibiting artist displays. Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 from 10 am-6 pm
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025 from 10 am-4 pm