In addition to the lighting of the Grand Marais Christmas tree in Harbor Park and an appearance of Santa Claus (perhaps with his trusty sled dog, like last year), the “Oh Ole Night” parade and tree lighting will feature fireworks over the Grand Marais harbor.
“You’ll find that shopping is much cooler in the Coolest Small Town in America!” says Linda Kratt, executive director of Visit Cook County. “The holidays in Cook County are a truly authentic small town experience with the warm, friendly shopping environment the holidays used to be known for. It’s the kind of place where you’ll f.ind one-of-a-kind handmade gifts from the small mom-and-pop shops, as well as high-end specialty gear shops and art galleries.”
Visitors during Thanksgiving weekend can enjoy activities in Grand Marais, Lutsen and Hovland including: . Black Friday – Give up mall shopping for old-fashioned fun. The Minnesota State Parks are waiving admission, offering a chance to explore Temperance River, Cascade River, Judge C.R. Magney, and Grand Portage State Park. . Be a part of history – Take a ride during the grand opening of the new Doppelmayr gondola at Lutsen Mountains. An opening ceremony will be at 10 a.m. . Visit Grand Marais Christmas Village, featuring Oh Ole Night Parade, tree lighting ceremony, fireworks and caroling. The public is invited be a part of the parade. Participants should gather at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27 at 10 Broadway in Grand Marais. Festivities will continue into the evening. . Shop Local Saturday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. during Holiday Market at Last Chance Gallery in Lutsen. Christmas carols and traditional tree lighting at 6 p.m. . Hovland Arts Festival holiday sale at Hovland Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. Local artists share their wares. . The New Standards Holiday Show, now in its ninth year, has become a beloved yuletide institution in the Twin Cities and beyond. The first performance of the season takes place Friday, Nov. 27 on Papa Charlie’s intimate stage.
For more information about upcoming events, contact the Cook County Visitors Bureau at (218) 387-2788.
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