Events
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Dick Beardsley Marathon in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes Pavillion 1361 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesMake your plans to participate or watch the annual Dick Beardsley Marathon on the second Saturday of September. It begins at the Detroit Lakes Pavillion on Washington Avenue in Detroit Lakes, MN. Slip on your running shoes for the Dick Beardsley Half Marathon, 25k, 10k, 5k, and Youth 1 mile runs. Most races treat you to scenic views of Detroit Lake with cheering fans to keep you moving along. Plus, the LEGENDARY Dick Beardsley comes home every September to welcome runners from around the country to run in this fall classic! When you pick up your race packet Friday evening be sure to join the fun at the Pasta Dinner (see below) and Dick Beardsley's presentation.
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Detroit Country Club Noon Rotary Golf Scramble
Detroit Country Club 24591 Country Road 22, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesDetroit Country Club Noon Rotary Golf Scramble Don't miss the Annual Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary Golf Scramble Fundraiser on September 13, 2025 at The Detroit Country Club (Pine to Palm Golf Course) in Detroit Lakes, MN. This historic course, nestled between Lake Sallie and Lake Melissa, offers a beautiful backdrop for a day [read more]
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Oktoberfest Festival Downtown Detroit Lakes
Zorbaz Restaurant & Adjacent Streets 402 W Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, United StatesJoin the fun at the annual Detroit Lakes Oktoberfest Festival as the Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary transforms downtown Detroit Lakes, Minnesota into Little Germany. Enjoy live music, yodeling, a Biergarten by Bucks Mill and The Eagles, German cuisine, kids’ activities, and all the ridiculous games you can handle.
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Lakes Area Community Concert Band Fall Concert at the Historic Holmes Theatre
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesDon't miss The Lakes Area Community Concert Band Fall Concert at the Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes on November 18, 2023. These talented area musicians will perform classic wind band compositions, spirited marches, music from Broadway and more. This performance is free and open to the public. Free will donations are accepted.
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December Detroit Lakes Gun & Sports Show
Detroit Lakes National Guard Armory 1220 Rossman Ave, Detroit Lakes, United StatesJoin gun enthusiasts at the Detroit Lakes, MN gun show in December at the Detroit Lakes National Guard Armory. The event, held multiple times in Detroit Lakes, MN each year, is hosted by Detroit Lakes Gun & Sports Show & F ‘n’ A Gun & Sports Show. This show can include classic rifles to modern handguns, visitors can find everything they need to add to their collection.
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Way North of Nashville 5.0 at The Historic Holmes Theatre
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United StatesWay North of Nashville 5.0 at The Historic Holmes Theatre January 31, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Special Event Discounted Hotel Rate Purchase Holmes Theatre Tickets Online Separately Pre-Polar Fest event, Way North of Nashville 5.0 at the Historic Holmes Theater on Saturday, January 31, 2026, is a Nashville “Listening Room” experience [read more]
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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 Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance
Historic Holmes Theatre 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States2026 Polar Fest Daddy's Little Sweetheart Dance 2026 Polar Fest Daddy's Little Sweetheart Dance Kick off Polar Fest 2025 in style at Daddy's Little Sweetheart Dance on February 6, 2026 from 6-9 pm. Yeehaw! A dream come true event for sweethearts (ages 2-12) and their dads, grandfathers, or special friends. Line [read more]
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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.
