The 2019 Bentleyville Tour of Lights is Nearly Here!

Though technically it is still Fall, it’s really starting to feel much more like winter in Duluth, especially with exciting events like the 2019 Bentleyville Tour of Lights opening in just a couple of short weeks. At the A. G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast, we’re finding it hard not to get excited about the upcoming holiday season. It truly is just around the corner, and that means that now is the perfect time to plan your holiday activities before it’s too late.

This November and December, bring your family together and make lasting memories at Duluth’s top holiday attraction, the Bentleyville Tour of Lights.  This year, it opens on November 23rd and runs through December 28th, 2019.  It’s a popular attraction, and rooms tend to sell out fast.  Don’t miss your opportunity to see this year’s lights.  Book your room at the A. G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast today!

Bentleyville Tour of Lights

As America’s largest free walk-through lighted display, you really don’t want to miss the Bentleyville Tour of Lights. Bentleyville Tour of Lights had its beginnings at the home of founder Mark Bentley.  Today, more than 300,000 people come to Duluth each year to see this incredible lighted display.

This year, there will be over 5 million twinkling lights decorating Duluth’s Bayfront Park. Bentleyville Tour of Lights opens to the public on November 23, 2019, with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Clause around 4:30.  Parking lots can be busy, so your best bet to avoid long waits is to park in Downtown Duluth is to ride the free Jingle Bus or walk to Bentleyville. The Visitor Guide has a great map of parking possibilities.

For a magical and comprehensive holiday experience in Duluth, ride the North Shore Scenic Railroad to Bentleyville, available on Fridays and Saturdays starting November 24th.  Make sure to warm yourself throughout the night with complimentary hot cocoa, cookies, popcorn, and roasted marshmallows.

More Holiday Magic in Duluth

You definitely don’t want to miss the chance to stroll through Bentleyville’s incredibly beautiful displays.  You’ll create memories that last for a lifetime. But, there’s much more to do in Duluth during the holidays. A trip to Duluth this winter wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Glensheen Mansion for the holidays. They offer special Christmas tours, including a special candlelight tour in the evenings. It’s the perfect opportunity to see all 25 impeccably decorated Christmas trees, along with their friendly 25 elves, hidden throughout the mansion.

In the kitchen of Glensheen Mansion, you’ll also get a taste of Clara Congdon’s very own shortbread cookie recipe, which is made by the local favorite, Johnson’s Bakery, just for the holidays. Glensheen also hosts the Duluth Winter Village each year, which is a festive outdoor village on the grounds of Glensheen.  It’s the perfect place for some holiday shopping.

Stay at our Duluth Bed and Breakfast

Whether you’re in town for skiing or hockey, or whether you’ve come for some holiday merriment and some romantic time to yourselves, you’ll find that the A. G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast is the best choice for lodging. Our guest rooms are elegant and inviting and offer the finest in modern amenities.

Our breakfast is served fresh each morning and can be made to satisfy most dietary restrictions, including vegetarian and vegan. We also have a number of enhancements you can add to your stay to make your time in Duluth that much better. We really are here to serve you and make your stay the best it can be. See how we can help, and book a room at our Duluth Bed and Breakfast today.

Spend your days getting to know Duluth this winter. When you can’t stay outside any longer, then it’s time to head back to the warmth and comfort of the A.G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast. The Bentleyville Tour of Lights truly is the perfect way to spend an evening in Duluth this holiday season.  Book your stay with us today.