Staying at Odyssey Resorts puts you pretty close to the North Pole—and that​ means letters don’t take as long to reach Santa. Write your letters to Santa​ during your stay and make sure he gets to read them first. Perfect for your​ extra excited little ones!

Wine and dine surrounded by tinsel, holly, and festive cheer. Our highly-​ decorated Jingle Bars at Grand Superior Grill and Ledge Rock Grille let you​ savor the Christmas spirit with all your senses.

Nov. 22–Dec 27​
America’s largest free walkthrough holiday lighting display transforms Bayfront Festival Park into a dazzling winter wonderland. Celebrating its 22nd year, this beloved holiday event began as “the house with all the lights” and now draws visitors from across the country. Grab a cup of hot cocoa, stroll beneath millions of lights, and enjoy the sparkling winter wonderland.

Dec. 6–7​
Step into the Scandinavia of yesteryears at Julebyen in Knife River. Shop for handcrafted gifts, savor festive treats, enjoy live music, and immerse yourself in cheerful holiday traditions with family and friends. For an extra experience, ride the Julebyen Express Train from the Duluth Depot to Knife River — and hop on the Troll Train if you dare!

Whether you’re visiting Bentleyville, Julebyen, or both, Odyssey Resorts has your perfect place for your winter retreat. Stay near the lights and Christmas market at Beacon Pointe, Larsmont Cottages, or Grand Superior Lodge, or make a holiday road trip of it and visit our other North Shore locations. From lakeside cottages to cozy lodges, every Odyssey stay is a place to escape for the magic of the season.