Things to do in Detroit Lakes
Events
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Lakes Curling Club Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel
Lakes Curling Club 506 US Highway 59, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesThe Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel is a large curling tournament that attracts top teams from across the region. The tournament features a very festive atmosphere in the clubhouse that contributes the overall experience of the event. If you’ve never seen curling or are interested in the sport, come out and watch for a while, even if you’re not playing!
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Polar Fest DL Pond Hockey Classic
Little Detroit Lake (in front of Hub 41/Pavillion) 104 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, United StatesThe Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel is a large curling tournament that attracts top teams from across the region. The tournament features a very festive atmosphere in the clubhouse that contributes the overall experience of the event. If you’ve never seen curling or are interested in the sport, come out and watch for a while, even if you’re not playing!
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Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Poles n Holes Fishing Derby
Little Detroit Lake Northwest Corner Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesDon’t miss Poles n Holes Fishing Derby @ 12p-3p Feb 8, 2025, kick off to the annual Detroit Lakes Polar Fest. See Detroit Lakes Winter Guide by The Lodge.
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The Peking Acrobats Perform at the Historic Holmes Theatre
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesThe Peking Acrobats® Live at the Historic Holmes Theatre February 12, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Special Event Discounted Hotel Rate Purchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online Separately Experience The Peking Acrobats® live on February 12 at the Historic Holmes Theatre in Detroit Lakes. A breathtaking evening of gravity-defying feats, live music, and the [read more]
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Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Freeze Your Buns Run
Little Detroit Lake North Side West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States2026 Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Freeze Your Buns Run Bring your running shoes for the Annual Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Freeze Your Buns Run on Saturday, February 14, 2026 from The Center at DLCCC in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The Freeze Your Buns Run is a 5K fun run and is a great way to kick [read more]
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The Fabulous Armadillos present “Keep on Truckin” at Historic Holmes
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesThe Fabulous Armadillos present "Keep on Truckin" February 14, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Special Event Discounted Hotel Rate Purchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online Separately Enjoy the Fabulous Armadillos at the Historic Holmes Theater, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN on the evening of February 14, 2026 as they present "Keep on [read more]
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Mardi Gras Kings at The Historic Holmes Theatre Ballroom
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesMardi Gras Kings at The Historic Holmes Theatre Ballroom February 17, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Special Event Discounted Hotel Rate Purchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online Separately Experience the thrill of Mardi Gras in our Historic Holmes Theatre on February 17, 2026, at 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm! Allow yourself to be carried away [read more]
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Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Plunge
Little Detroit Lake Near Lakeside Tavern 200 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes2026 Polar Fest Plunge 2026 Polar Fest Plunge Don't miss the 2026 Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Plunge on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Little Detroit Lake Near Lakeside Tavern between 1pm-3pm. This Detroit Lakes Polar Fest Plunge promises chills and thrills for the entire family! A minimum pledge of $100 is due at check-in and [read more]
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Dude Dad – Parents’ Night Out at the Historic Holmes Theatre
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesDude Dad – Parents’ Night Out at the Historic Holmes TheatreFebruary 21, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pmSpecial Event Discounted Hotel RatePurchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online SeparatelyGet ready for a night of laughter that is tailor‑made for parents), "Dude Dad – Parents’ Night Out" live on February 21 at the Historic Holmes Theatre in [read more]
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Collective Unconscious Presents Bridge Over Troubled Waters at Historic Holmes Theatre
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesCollective Unconscious presents "Bridge Over Troubled Water" at Historic Holmes Theatre March 28, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Special Event Discounted Hotel Rate Purchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online Separately Prepare for an unforgettable night of mesmerizing music and artistry on Friday, March 27, 2026, as Collective Unconscious takes the stage at [read more]