Holiday Tree Lighting & Movie Night

Join Union Depot for the exciting annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration & Movie Night on Saturday, December 7!
Schedule of Events:
5:00 PM: St. Paul Winter Carnival 2025 Button Reveal
5:30 PM - Holiday performance by The Mistletones
7:00 PM - Tree lighting ceremony
7:30 PM - Movie night featuring Elf
This is a free community event open to the public. No tickets are necessary.

Gus Bus: Locker Room T-Shirt Series

Howdy Fans! Join us in celebration of Gustavsson's iconic goalie goal on November 1st as the Wild face-off the Lightning. This package includes, your game ticket, the locker room t-shirt, and the opportunity to "shoot like Gus" on the ice following the game. Participants will be provided a goalie stick and will attempt to score from the goalie crease. Good luck, yeehaw!

The Everly Set

In 1957, teens Phil and Don Everly supercharged the vocal sound of Rock’n’Roll with “Bye Bye Love” and “Wake Up Little Susie”, unleashing the sparkling vocal harmonies that would influence The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Hollies, The Eagles, Peter Paul & Mary, and the Bee Gees.

Eureka Aerial – Runaways

“Runaways” by Eureka Aerial is a breathtaking aerial performance that weaves a tale of youthful escape and self-discovery. Watch as a group of kids and teens take to the skies on aerial lyra and hammock, seeking refuge in the circus from the pressures of life. Through gravity-defying artistry, they soon realize that running away from their problems won’t make them disappear. Join us for a powerful and poignant journey that reminds us all of the strength in facing our fears.

The Drifters

Up on the Roof. Under the Boardwalk. This Magic Moment. There Goes My Baby. Dance with Me. Spanish Harlem. Stand by Me. The list of hits goes on and on.

Divas Throughout the Decades

A musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, featuring songs from the 40’s, through today’s current hits! The show features music made famous by various Divas including Tina Turner, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Beyonce, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and many more!

Detroit Lakes Parade of Lights

Lighted floats will get you in the spirit of the holidays as they travel through downtown Detroit Lakes. There will be a tree lighting by the Library at 5pm and then the parade begins. Announcers will tell you about each business/float and participants will walk along the floats handing out candy and other goodies. A fun way to kick off the holiday season!

Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) Block Party Celebration

Join us this Friday, Nov. 1st from 4:00 to 7:00 at Giiwedinong! Also, make sure to dine at our relative's place, Vallartas Mexican Restaurant and Grill.

The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a rich cultural celebration honoring deceased loved ones. This event, primarily observed in Mexico and parts of Central America, blends Indigenous traditions with elements of Catholicism. Participating in this celebration involves several meaningful activities.

A Christmas Celebration with the Steeles

J.D., Fred, Jearlyn, Jevetta, and Billy Steele will add extra merriment to the holiday stage. Get ready to experience a cherished holiday tradition returning to Minneapolis! Join the world-renowned Steele family for a mesmerizing evening at the Pantages Theatre. Two unforgettable performances will be featured this December that celebrate 40 years of the siblings sharing their joyful holiday harmonies with MN audiences.

2024 Shows: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 or 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22

C. Willi Myles

A veteran performer and an extremely funny guy, C. Willi Myles has the gift of connecting people with each other through humor and storytelling that everyone can relate to. After surviving his childhood growing up with nine sisters and one brother in Alabama, Willi moved to Minnesota to attend college and play football. With his stories about growing up in the south and acclimating to the cold of Minnesota, Willi tells extremely funny non-offensive stories and jokes and gives a unique spin to life’s everyday challenges by applying humor to them.