Get Ready for a Dazzling Night at Bentleyville
An unforgettable holiday experience awaits you at Bentleyville in Duluth, Minnesota. Whether you’re making magical memories with your family, planning a cozy outing with your special someone, or exploring the lights on a winter getaway, Bentleyville offers something special for everyone.
Crowd-O-Meter
Guests planning their visit to Bentleyville can check the Crowd-O-Meter to find the best viewing times. The meter highlights busy to moderate times, helping visitors decide whether to experience a quieter evening or the excitement of a bustling crowd.
Know Before You Go
Preparing for Bentleyville 2025
What is Bentleyville
Bentleyville “Tour of Lights” is America’s largest free walk-through holiday lighting extravaganza that transforms Bayfront Festival Park, located on the shores of Lake Superior in Downtown Duluth, into a dazzling winter wonderland. With over 5 million twinkling lights, Bentleyville has become a cherished holiday tradition for visitors of all ages.
In 2025, Bentleyville will celebrate 22 years of spreading holiday magic.
Bentleyville’s mission, to create and continue to reimagine a free walk-through Christmas Lighting Display that embraces the magic of the holidays. Bentleyville celebrates the season, family, community and, charitable giving.
Admission
Bentleyville “Tour of Lights” offers free admission to all guests, along with complimentary hot cocoa, coffee, cookies, freshly popped popcorn, and marshmallows for roasting. Visitors can also enjoy a free visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Onsite parking is available for $10 per vehicle.
Cash, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, Venmo accepted
How to dress
Bentleyville is an outdoor event, and guests should dress for cold weather conditions.
Located on the shores of Lake Superior, Bentleyville experiences strong winds and rapidly changing temperatures. It is always easier to remove a layer than to add one—though guests can stop by the Gift Shop to purchase a hat or sweatshirt if needed.
For the best experience, visitors are encouraged to bundle up and prepare for winter weather.
Giving Back
Bentleyville is a proud partner of The Salvation Army and encourages guests to bring a nonperishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy to donate. All donations support those in need and are distributed across seven communities in Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin.
During the last season, Bentleyville’s 298,800 visitors helped collect 9,255 pounds of food and 1,433 toys, making a meaningful impact on local families.
Bentleyville Gift Shop
BENTLEYVILLE GIFTSHOP
The Bentleyville Gift Shop is the perfect place to find unique, holiday-themed treasures that capture the magic of the event. From cozy apparel and festive ornaments to special Bentleyville keepsakes, there’s something for everyone. Take a piece of Bentleyville home and relive the magic all year long!
- Main gift shop, located near the entrance, featuring a large selection of clothing, ornaments, stocking stuffers, and much more.
- Smaller gift shop, located near the firepits, offering a smaller selection of plush animals, hats, candy.
Gift Shop Hours
Monday – Thursday: 4 PM – 9 PM
Friday: 4 PM – 10 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 10 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Shop the Gift Shop anytime online
Bentleyville’s Partner Picks
Visitors can make the most of their Bentleyville experience with Partner Picks—local businesses Bentleyville is proud to be connected with. From cozy places to stay and delicious dining to fun nearby activities, these partners help bring the holiday magic to life.
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