The holidays are approaching and that means Bentleyville Tour of Lights will be lighting up the Duluth waterfront before we know it! We consider ourselves so lucky to be next door to the magical display featuring over 5 million lights, festive music, fun treats, AND visits from Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a few of their merry friends. The best part – we get to experience the joy with all our guests who stay during the season!
During the winter Bentleyville is open every evening starting Saturday, November 23 through Saturday, December 28. The lights at Bayfront Park shine Sundays – Thursday 5pm – 9pm and Friday/Saturday 5pm – 10pm.
Not only is this “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, it is also one of the most busy times of the year. We have a few inside tips on how to make the most of your Duluth/Bentleyville/Winter Pier B stay.
Book Early
Rooms at Pier B can fill up, so if you are looking for a specific date to stay you will want to book early. This winter, save 20% off your stay when you book during the dates of Bentleyville! Check out the deal at www.pierbresort.com/packages/ or call 218-481-8888 to book direct.
Visit Midweek
Bentleyville is loved by locals and out-of-towners alike, so the walkways can get packed quickly during a busy night like a weekend. If you are able to, best viewing is typically midweek when there are less people roaming the displays. You can even check out the Crowd-o-Meter on Bentleyville’s website to plan your visit! View it at https://www.bentleyvilleusa.org/what-is-bentleyville/.
Enjoy Winter at Pier B
Pier B is beautiful in the winter and offers onsite amenities and activities to make your stay memorable!
While we are talking about Bentleyville, did you know that Pier B offers our Express Wagon which takes guests right to the start of the light display! No traffic, no parking, all fun!
Perfect for winter, we also offer s’more making kits at our front desk, which can be used at our outdoor firepits. Our outdoor hot tub is open year-round, and dinner next to our large windows at Silos Restaurant while watching the snow fall or the lights of Bentleyville will put you right in the holiday spirit! You can also book a session with Cedar & Stone Sauna—either on their unique barge sauna or one of their traditional saunas—and enjoy a cozy, relaxing experience while taking in the magical view of Bentleyville.
We hope to see you this winter for your ultimate Bentleyville stay!