There's a certain magic that comes with the start of the holiday season. Small-town streets begin to feel a little more festive, local shops fill with thoughtful finds, and communities come together to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. November is the perfect time to gather your friends and family, explore somewhere new, and experience the lineup of festive happenings throughout Washburn County. Here's six events happening this month that you're not going to want to miss.
Starting Saturday, November 7th, there will be an Artisan Winter Market being held at the historic Spooner Roundhouse. Join local makers for a festive shopping experience filled with unique gifts, handmade treasures, delicious food, and plenty of holiday cheer. This market will be held every Saturday up until December 19th, so there will be plenty of opportunities to get some holiday shopping in.
For more information on the Artisan Winter Market, visit: https://www.washburncounty.org/event/artisan-winter-market/3604/.
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November 20th and 21st, Trego Hometown Holiday will be back for its third year. Join the town of Trego for an opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, browse local crafts and unique gifts, and enjoy the charm of a small-town celebration. New this year, the craft show will be located at three locations: Trego Town Hall, 172 Bites & Brews, and Round Man Brewing & Smokehouse Weight Room. Make a purchase at one of seven participating locations and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes.
For more information and to learn about which locations are participating, visit: https://www.washburncounty.org/event/3rd-annual-trego-hometown-holiday/3055/.
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Also happening November 20th is the Shell Lake Wine Walk. Gather your friends for an evening of sipping, strolling, and exploring downtown Shell Lake. Participants will receive a wine glass, Chamber goodies, and a wine tasting at each of the eleven stops along the way.
Be sure to fill your stamp card for a chance to win a grand prize. Registration is required for this event.
For more information on the event and where to register, visit: https://www.washburncounty.org/event/shell-lake-wine-walk/3012/.
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November 23rd, gather your friends for Spooner Chamber of Commerce's Ladies Night Out. Head over to downtown Spooner for a delightful evening filled with holiday shopping, fantastic local deals, and plenty of festive fun.
Every purchase made at a participating store or donation or pre-packaged food items for the local food pantry enters you into a raffle for a chance to win the grand prize.
For more information on the event and to visit the Spooner Chamber of Commerce website, visit: https://www.washburncounty.org/event/spooner-ladies-night-out/1500/.
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On November 25th, venture to Minong for the Holiday Sip & Shop held at the Jack Link's Aquatic & Activity Center. The event will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
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Finally, to wrap up the month on November 28th, head over to the 2nd Annual Stone Lake Holiday Market. Discover an impressive gathering of vendors from Stone Lake and the surrounding area. The event will be held at the Stone Lake Lions Hall from 9 AM to 2 PM.
This is just a glimpse of the many festive events happening throughout Washburn County this November. From holiday shopping and local markets to community gatherings, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Make time to explore our small towns, support local businesses, and experience the holiday spirit that makes our Northwoods communities so special. Be sure to check our online events calendar for even more happenings throughout the month.
