{"id":1893,"date":"2018-12-03T10:30:47","date_gmt":"2018-12-03T16:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/blog\/?p=1893"},"modified":"2026-03-19T11:45:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T16:45:42","slug":"1893-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/1893-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Attend Holiday Events at Leech Lake in December 2018!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year on Leech Lake! From Christmas-themed plays and live entertainment to ice fishing and snowmobiling, there are a variety of exciting holiday activities and events for the whole family. Staying at a resort on Leech Lake in December is a winter lover&#8217;s paradise, with sparkling snow and something to do for everyone. Grab your coat, bring the family, and head to the Walker Lakes, Minnesota area for an unforgettable winter vacation!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What to Do on Leech Lake in Winter<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On top of the outdoor activity opportunities the lake has every year, local businesses have also planned several exciting holiday-themed activities in the area. If you stay nearby in December, you\u2019ll have easy access to the following fun things to do:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Meat Raffles. Lucky Moose will have meat raffles as a fundraiser for Leech Lake Youth Hockey from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. every Thursday in December. Charlie\u2019s will also host meet raffles for the hockey association on December 5<sup>th<\/sup>, 12<sup>th<\/sup>, 19<sup>th<\/sup>, and 26<sup>th<\/sup>.<\/li>\n<li>Leech Lake Art League. Relax and tap into your creative side by joining the ongoing weekly painting group at Leech Lake. It\u2019s open for both members and first-time visitors. If you\u2019d like to work on your own form of art, you\u2019re welcome to do so! The League meets from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Thursday.<\/li>\n<li>Leech Lake Chamber Holiday Open House. Socialize, grab a bite to eat, and celebrate the holidays with the Chamber Holiday Open House on December 18<sup>th<\/sup>. It\u2019s free to attend!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is just the tip of the iceberg in terms of things to do on and near Leech Lake in December. You can also enjoy <em>The Night Before Christmas <\/em>at the Walker Bay Theatre, plenty of other holiday open houses, and shopping sales at Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters (with photos with Santa). View the full <a href=\"http:\/\/business.leech-lake.com\/events\/calendar\/2018-12-01?o=alpha&amp;st=0\">calendar of events<\/a> and start planning your trip!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Where to Stay on Leech Lake<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the best things about staying on Leech Lake is the <a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/where-to-stay\/\">different local resorts<\/a> that will make you feel at home. Choose a small, private setting on Pine Point at Adventure North Resort and enjoy ice fishing in a heated ice house, a cozy cabin with a fireplace, and fish-cleaning services. Enjoy an indoor pool and hot tub near the Heartland Trail for snowmobiling at Hiawatha Beach. Or, spring for a luxury getaway in a resort room at Bradley\u2019s Harbor in the north woods.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are over a dozen places to stay on Leech Lake when the temperatures drop \u2013 all of which offer unique activities and amenities for winter guests. You\u2019re sure to have a memorable time no matter which resort you choose. Enjoy the snow and all it has to offer from a cozy spot in a renowned resort location in Minnesota. What are you waiting for? <a href=\"http:\/\/business.leech-lake.com\/list\/ql\/lodging-travel-24?c=&amp;q=&amp;st=1\">Book your dreamy winter getaway<\/a> on Leech Lake today!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year on Leech Lake! From Christmas-themed plays and live entertainment to ice fishing and snowmobiling, there are a variety of exciting holiday activities and events for the whole family. 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