Stories, laughter, and who know what else!  Join us to talk history!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

7-12th | Wednesdays | 4-5 pm Ornament Still Life in Oil – Get in the holiday spirit as we learn to paint ornaments and lights with oil paint! The instructor will demonstrate how to use oil paint and which tools are needed vs. acrylic paint. Students will set up a still life of their own and paint Read More »

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

A fun and a great way to spend time with friends or family! Keep an eye on Facebook for when tickets go live.

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Get ready for Shopping, Refreshments, and SPARKLE! November 30th | 9am-5:30pm December 1st | 9am-5:30pm December 2nd | 9am-5:30pm December 3rd | 12pm-4:00pm Tell the special Santa in your life that you want them to shop local this Christmas at Spirit Lake Silver and Gold!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

OPEN STUDIO – Come and Create Studios are open for use on Thursdays until 9 pm or all day Saturdays 10 am-4 pm! Bring your materials and use the clay or upper/lower studios for ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, and more! Clay is available to purchase, $30 per 25lb-glazing and firing included with purchase! Adults must accompany Read More »

K-2nd | Thursdays| 2:30-3:30 or 4-5 pm Holiday Lights Still Life – Get in the holiday spirit as we learn to draw ornaments and lights! Students will use oil pastels to fill in colors as we learn how to make things look shiny, blend colors, and learn to “see” with artists’ eyes. Registration deadline for all youth Read More »

Presented by Milford Commercial Club Thu @ 4pm; Sat @ 9:15, 10:15, and 11:30; Sun @ 10:00 & 11:30 am Pioneer Theatre is pleased to continue the decades-long tradition of offering FREE movies around the holidays. This year, we are pleased to offer five different classic movie selections from Thanksgiving through Christmas! This movie series Read More »

From Plate to Palette | Cooking & Art for Kids |4-6 pm Learn about foods from different parts of the world and the art of that region. Instructor, Cathie Critchett, will guide students with hands-on instruction on how to prepare each meal. During cooking times, students will create art based on the food’s country of origin. Read More »

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Stop by the brewery every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. for TRIVIA NIGHT!

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Get ready for Shopping, Refreshments, and SPARKLE! November 30th | 9am-5:30pm December 1st | 9am-5:30pm December 2nd | 9am-5:30pm December 3rd | 12pm-4:00pm Tell the special Santa in your life that you want them to shop local this Christmas at Spirit Lake Silver and Gold!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

Holiday treats, music, giveaways and more – come join us and celebrate the season

Join us in the Roof Garden for our Holiday Market from 4-7pm! Browse 30+ vendors for some unique and local holiday shopping. Canned food entry fee for local food pantry! Live music by Dave Rowley, horse and sleigh rides down Lake Street, pictures with Santa, and more!

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

December 1: Lobster Ravioli Date Night Cooking Class With Marisa Sidles, Owner of Rissy’s Dry Rubs & Seasonings at 6:00 pm. Get creative with flavor at the hands-on Date Night Cooking Class where Marisa will guide you through cooking a mouth-watering meal using creative flavors and seasonings. The class is limited to 8 people. Members $75 I Non-Members $80 (per person) Read More »

Enjoy time on the ice at the Lakes Ice Arena! Check Facebook for the most up-to-date hours and information. Lakes Ice Arena | 3800 Sunner Avenue, Spirit Lake, Iowa $6.00 Admission | $3.00 Skate Rental

Sing your heart out every Friday & Saturday night!

Gen X Jukebox is a high-energy stage performance that delivers everything you love about the 1990s in one incredible show! We invite you to relive the last great decade in music with us. The show includes all of the radio hits (pop, dance, rap, hip-hop, rock, grunge and country) from the 1990s in full costume. Read More »

Mark your calendars for the chance to celebrate the holidays together!   

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Get ready for Shopping, Refreshments, and SPARKLE! November 30th | 9am-5:30pm December 1st | 9am-5:30pm December 2nd | 9am-5:30pm December 3rd | 12pm-4:00pm Tell the special Santa in your life that you want them to shop local this Christmas at Spirit Lake Silver and Gold!

Take advantage of great holiday deals! Everyone likes the gift of Barefoot!

Presented by Milford Commercial Club Thu @ 4pm; Sat @ 9:15, 10:15, and 11:30; Sun @ 10:00 & 11:30 am Pioneer Theatre is pleased to continue the decades-long tradition of offering FREE movies around the holidays. This year, we are pleased to offer five different classic movie selections from Thanksgiving through Christmas! This movie series Read More »

FREE Community Showing of The Grinch! Doors and Concession open at 9:30 AM! Free different community showing the first Saturday of every month!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

OPEN STUDIO – Come and Create Studios are open for use on Thursdays until 9 pm or all day Saturdays 10 am-4 pm! Bring your materials and use the clay or upper/lower studios for ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, and more! Clay is available to purchase, $30 per 25lb-glazing and firing included with purchase! Adults must accompany Read More »

‘Tis the Season to Plan Your Holiday Getaway! Christmas Tea for two on Saturday afternoon at The Oakwood Inn – a 4-course high tea (amuse bouche, an assortment of three tea sandwiches, The Oakwood Inn’s Christmas Scones, and a trio of desserts.)

Grab a friend or two and come in to make your own winter planter to match your style. Price starts at $45 per planter (includes greens, pot insert, & dirt). Additional costs for upgraded pot and decorations. You are welcome to bring your own pots! Reservations recommended to guarantee your spot. Call or message us Read More »

$10 per ticket Purchase your tickets at Blurry Bigfoot, Water Tower Boutique, Lakeside Market, Hometown Florals or the eXp Realty office. Proceeds from this event are being donated to the Lake Park Methodist Church.

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Enjoy time on the ice at the Lakes Ice Arena! Check Facebook for the most up-to-date hours and information. Lakes Ice Arena | 3800 Sunner Avenue, Spirit Lake, Iowa $6.00 Admission | $3.00 Skate Rental

Jazzed Up Big Band is excited to present our 5th Annual Jazzed Up Christmas on December 2nd in the Roof Garden Ballroom at Historic Arnolds Park! The 2022 show was fantastic, and we have another great one for you this year! You’ll enjoy holiday classics such as Michael Buble’s Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Read More »

Sing your heart out every Friday & Saturday night!

Gen X Jukebox is a high-energy stage performance that delivers everything you love about the 1990s in one incredible show! We invite you to relive the last great decade in music with us. The show includes all of the radio hits (pop, dance, rap, hip-hop, rock, grunge and country) from the 1990s in full costume. Read More »

Presented by Milford Commercial Club Thu @ 4pm; Sat @ 9:15, 10:15, and 11:30; Sun @ 10:00 & 11:30 am Pioneer Theatre is pleased to continue the decades-long tradition of offering FREE movies around the holidays. This year, we are pleased to offer five different classic movie selections from Thanksgiving through Christmas! This movie series Read More »

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Get ready for Shopping, Refreshments, and SPARKLE! November 30th | 9am-5:30pm December 1st | 9am-5:30pm December 2nd | 9am-5:30pm December 3rd | 12pm-4:00pm Tell the special Santa in your life that you want them to shop local this Christmas at Spirit Lake Silver and Gold!

Enjoy time on the ice at the Lakes Ice Arena! Check Facebook for the most up-to-date hours and information. Lakes Ice Arena | 3800 Sunner Avenue, Spirit Lake, Iowa $6.00 Admission | $3.00 Skate Rental

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

K-4th grade No School Camp – Dec 4, 2023 from 9am-3pm. Theme: Young Birders Camp Registration Open until Sat, Dec 2nd! Register online or learn more at this link: https://dickinsoncountyconservationboard.com/event…/…

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Bring your family! People of all ages are invited to join us for this sweet drop-in program, Tuesday, December 5 between 3:30-5:30 pm. Build and decorate your own ‘gingerbread’ house with graham crackers, frosting, candy … Donations of unopened edible building materials for this activity are welcomed but not required for participation.

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Stories, laughter, and who know what else!  Join us to talk history!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

7-12th | Wednesdays | 4-5 pm Ornament Still Life in Oil – Get in the holiday spirit as we learn to paint ornaments and lights with oil paint! The instructor will demonstrate how to use oil paint and which tools are needed vs. acrylic paint. Students will set up a still life of their own and paint Read More »

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

OPEN STUDIO – Come and Create Studios are open for use on Thursdays until 9 pm or all day Saturdays 10 am-4 pm! Bring your materials and use the clay or upper/lower studios for ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, and more! Clay is available to purchase, $30 per 25lb-glazing and firing included with purchase! Adults must accompany Read More »

Visit the Dickinson County Nature Center for Kenue Coffee Hour Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 10:30 am for coffee and a discussion!

K-2nd | Thursdays| 2:30-3:30 or 4-5 pm Holiday Lights Still Life – Get in the holiday spirit as we learn to draw ornaments and lights! Students will use oil pastels to fill in colors as we learn how to make things look shiny, blend colors, and learn to “see” with artists’ eyes. Registration deadline for all youth Read More »

Presented by Dickinson County Animal Clinic Thu @ 4pm; Sat @ 10 & 11:15 am; Sun @ 11:15 am Pioneer Theatre is pleased to continue the decades-long tradition of offering FREE movies around the holidays. This year, we are pleased to offer five different classic movie selections from Thanksgiving through Christmas! This movie series would Read More »

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, donations, and a spotlight on area nonprofits and initiatives. As part of our Taproots program, this series is our chance to directly give back, each and every month, to people and organizations doing incredible — and often unsung — work in the Lakes Area. In Read More »

Wine Class | December | Wines of Eastern Europe *all wine classes include individual charcuterie cup from Lakeside Charcuterie To register either call 712-332-7029 or email boxoffice@lakesart.org. About the instructor: Jennifer Tritle-Oitzman is a native of the Iowa Great Lakes. She has been in the Wine, Beer, and Spirits Industry since 2000 having worked both Read More »

Stop by the brewery every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. for TRIVIA NIGHT!

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

Please join us for an evening of drinks, food and music all within a museum decorated like you’ve never seen before! There will be live music, festive decor and free admission! Food and drink will be available. Live Christmas music with Lakeside Jukebox from 6 to 8.

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Indulge your palate with a five course small plate tasting and selected wine pairings on December 8th! Price is $69 per person for full service wine and food, or $99 for two wine tastings and shared plates. Seating begins at 6:00 PM, with service starting at 6:30 PM. Please call 712.332.8293 or go to https://www.parksmarina.com/snappers/snappers-wine-dinner/ for reservations. Read More »

Enjoy time on the ice at the Lakes Ice Arena! Check Facebook for the most up-to-date hours and information. Lakes Ice Arena | 3800 Sunner Avenue, Spirit Lake, Iowa $6.00 Admission | $3.00 Skate Rental

Sing your heart out every Friday & Saturday night!

Join in on another night of live music at Captains Getaway!

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN DOWNTOWN SPIRIT LAKE SATURDAY DECEMBER 9th. SANTA’S VILLAGE IS SURE TO FIND YOU IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT. ENJOY A FULL DAY OF FUN STROLLING THE STREETS OF DOWNTOWN WHILE TAKING IN SANTA, THE GRINCH, LIVE MUSIC, CARRIAGE RIDES, CRAFTS, GAMES, SECRET SHOPPING, PAINTING AND MANY MORE ACTIVITIES. New attractions coming in Read More »

Presented by Dickinson County Animal Clinic Thu @ 4pm; Sat @ 10 & 11:15 am; Sun @ 11:15 am Pioneer Theatre is pleased to continue the decades-long tradition of offering FREE movies around the holidays. This year, we are pleased to offer five different classic movie selections from Thanksgiving through Christmas! This movie series would Read More »

Handcrafted creations for every budget! The Little Red Gift Gallery is bursting with holiday cheer and has spilled into the Weaver Lobby Gallery. Come and shop the ever changing inventory with new items being added often through December 22nd.

Come meet the big guy in red at Allure & Co. on Saturday, December 9th from 10AM-2PM during Santa’s Village Downtown Spirit Lake. Take your own pictures of the kids or the whole family in front of a winter scene with Santa & Mrs. Claus!

OPEN STUDIO – Come and Create Studios are open for use on Thursdays until 9 pm or all day Saturdays 10 am-4 pm! Bring your materials and use the clay or upper/lower studios for ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, and more! Clay is available to purchase, $30 per 25lb-glazing and firing included with purchase! Adults must accompany Read More »

Santa’s 3rd Annual Workshop! FREE coloring, Free Holiday karaoke, free cookies, free hot chocolate, free hot cider, free snowball challenge, free toys, free photo op with Santa in his cool workshop! Bring your Santa letters! Ho Ho Ho!

Enjoy this festive holiday light display with a grand total of 178,566 lights! Remember lights are on from 5-10pm every night until January 3rd so come back & enjoy them again & again. For the rest of the season you can pull up the main driveway under the rainbow arch & turn around in the Read More »

We at Lueders Ridiculous X-Mas Lights are doing a computerized light show, we have increased our channel count and added many more lights now we have 200,000+ lights for 2023. We hope you will come to enjoy it as much as we enjoy presenting it. Be sure to tune you radio to 97.5 FM. Most Read More »

The Downing Family Christmas Light Show starts around Thanksgiving and runs nightly from 5:30-10:00PM. The show began ten years ago with eight simple trees and has grown to include over 12,000 lights and features ranging from trees up to 15’ tall, sparkle balls, dancing hoops, and more!  Tune your radio to 88.9 and watch the Read More »

Enjoy time on the ice at the Lakes Ice Arena! Check Facebook for the most up-to-date hours and information. Lakes Ice Arena | 3800 Sunner Avenue, Spirit Lake, Iowa $6.00 Admission | $3.00 Skate Rental

Sing your heart out every Friday & Saturday night!

Enjoy live music from Jeremy DeWall Band!

Tickets $20 Please text Khristian 515-422-0390 to get your seat!!

Join in on another night of live music at Captains Getaway!