North Star Voices: Urban Bird Collective

Join Executive Director Monica Bryand and leaders of The Urban Bird Collective as they talk about creating an organization and movement that changes what it means to be a birder while engaging the BIPOC and LGBTQAI+ communities to be out in nature in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

The Urban Bird Collective is changing the face of birding and works to influence the outdoor and conservation industries. The Collective does this work through 40 leaders that represent the two communities they center, and they also partner with over 20 organizations to support outdoor

Meshell Ndegeocello

Meshell Ndegeocello has survived the best and the worst of what a career in music has to offer. She eschewed genre for originality, celebrity for longevity, and musical trends for musical truths. Fans have come to expect the unexpected and follow her journey. Then, she delves into soul, R&B, jazz, hip-hop, rock, all bound by the search for love, justice, respect and resolution. Thus, these sonic investigations have defied and redefined expectations for women, for queer artists, and for black music for over thirty years.

Mayo Clinic Lecture Series: "What Our Father Taught Us"

Join us for another fascinating Mayo Lecture Series at the History Center on December 4, 2025, where we will feature a special film that takes you back to the childhood of Dr. Will and Dr. Charlie Mayo. Special guest speaker Kerry Olsen recounts an actual event where they joined their father on a difficult operation—a day when they learned the core values of compassion, teamwork and dedication that ultimately became the foundation of Mayo Clinic. Don't miss this!

Infidels: A Bob Dylan Tribute

Infidels is a new local Bob Dylan tribute supergroup featuring Terry Walsh (Belfast Cowboys) on vocals, piano and guitar. Here, he joins bandmates David Haugen (drums) and Bart Bakker (bass). Also, longtime veteran singer-songwriter Dan Israel is on vocals and guitar, and ace lead guitarist Steve Brantseg.

Holiday Kick-Off

Welcome the festive season as we light the City of Moorhead's holiday tree with Mayor Shelly Carlson! Enjoy carols, a light happy hour, hot cocoa & treats, an ugly sweater contest, free museum admission, and shopping at the new Global Market.

Event begins at 5 PM
Program begins at 5:30 PM
Global Market open from 5–7 PM

Hard Days Night - A Tribute to The Beatles

High energy, authentic replication of a Beatles performance considered to be one of the top Beatles tribute shows in the nation. Endorsed by Joey Molland of Badfinger, and Grammy award winning artist Rick Derringer.

Grandeur Reset

New Year. New Energy.
A Grand Northwoods Reset

After the holiday rush, January invites something different: stillness, renewal, presence. At Grand View Lodge on pristine Gull Lake, pine-scented air drifts across snow-dusted trails, fires crackle in ember-lit hearths, and our spa rituals and soul-warming cuisine await. Welcome to Grandeur Reset—your curated winter retreat to recharge your body, clear your mind and begin anew.

Grandeur Gatherings

Celebrate the Holidays Without the Stress

Sunday–Thursday evenings, December 1–23

As the winter snow drapes the Northwoods, the scent of pine and wood smoke fills the air, fires crackle in ember-lit hearths and laughter lingers as the Season of Grandeur fully arrives. At Grand View Lodge on beautiful Gull Lake, we’ve taken care of the festive décor, meals and details—so you can simply arrive, relax and celebrate.

Grandeur Escape

Embrace the Season of Grandeur
Before the holiday rush begins, retreat to the Northwoods serenity of Grand View Lodge — your lakeside sanctuary where crisp pine-scented air, the aroma of drifting wood smoke and the warm glow of crackling fires invite you to slow down and restore.