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Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum 102 Liberty Street, Winona
Exhibit Opening: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum 102 Liberty Street, Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Laureate Writers Series: Book Launch of Naomi Cohn’s Memoir
Blue Heron CoffeeHouse 162 W. 2nd St., Winona
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Author Event: “Trout Fishing the Driftless Area” by Bob Trevis
Sobieski Park 950 East 8th Street, Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Author Teresa Wilhelm Waldof: “Before Oppenheimer, There Was Wilhelm”
Winona Public Library 151 West Fifth Street, Winona
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Winona Area Youth Hockey Association Squirt C Tournament
Bud King Ice Arena 670 East Front St., Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum 102 Liberty Street, Winona
RAA’s Souper-Duper Pie Walk: A Celebration & Fundraiser Event
Sobieski Park 950 East 8th Street, Winona
All Day
Winona Area Youth Hockey Association Squirt C Tournament
Bud King Ice Arena 670 East Front St., Winona
Indoor Winona Farmers’ Market
Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum 102 Liberty Street, Winona
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum 102 Liberty Street, Winona
Art Exhibit: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona
Week of Events
Shop Small Weekend in Winona
Shop Small Weekend in Winona
Learn more about all Shop Small Weekend promotions below! Let's keep our dollars in our community this holiday season! WINONA MAIN STREET DOWNTOWN: 15th Anniversary of Shop Small Saturday! [...]
Winona Area Youth Hockey Association Squirt C Tournament
Winona Area Youth Hockey Association Squirt C Tournament
WELCOME TO WINONA AREA YOUTH HOCKEY! Our program is committed to providing boys and girls from Winona and the surrounding communities with the opportunity to learn to skate and play [...]
Gift Shop Hop
Gift Shop Hop
Give Winona this holiday season Think outside of the big box stores: Several unique Winona gift shops are partnering during the first weekend of December for a “Gift Shop Hop,” [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Oplatki Sunday
Oplatki Sunday
The Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum invite you to join in a festive and heartwarming celebration of Polish holiday traditions at the Oplatki Sunday Celebration, taking place on Sunday, [...]
-Skating with Santa
Skating with Santa
Families are invited to come and skate with Santa! Skate rentals are $2. Admission to the event is a suggested gift of non-perishable food items or a monetary donation. Sunday, [...]
-Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
The Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum is proud to announce their newest exhibit. On loan from the Brian McMahon Collection, we have a group of Polish Poster Art from the 1980's [...]
-Exhibit Opening: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
Exhibit Opening: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
This exhibit showcases printmaking using woodcuts created by Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center and a Legacy Grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC). Participants designed, carved and printed their [...]
-Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
The Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum is proud to announce their newest exhibit. On loan from the Brian McMahon Collection, we have a group of Polish Poster Art from the 1980's [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Winona State University Observatory Public Night
Winona State University Observatory Public Night
Winona State University will host several Observatory Public Nights this fall in the WSU Observatory, located on the roof of Minné Hall. These events are free and open to the [...]
Laureate Writers Series: Book Launch of Naomi Cohn’s Memoir
Laureate Writers Series: Book Launch of Naomi Cohn’s Memoir
On Tuesday, December 3rd the Laureate Writers Series will feature a Book Launch of poet, memoirist, and teacher Naomi Cohn’s new memoir The Braille Encyclopedia: Brief Essays on Altered Sight. The event will [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Spillway Stories – Open Gallery Hours
Spillway Stories – Open Gallery Hours
Engage Winona warmly invites all community members to attend open gallery hours for Spillway Stories, a magazine and art show featuring stories and portraits of local residents. The drop-in galley [...]
-Beer Bingo
Beer Bingo
Enjoy bingo and prizes in a great downtown Winona setting! Here at Two Fathoms we strive to create a product and environment that can be enjoyed by all! The taproom [...]
Author Event: “Trout Fishing the Driftless Area” by Bob Trevis
Author Event: “Trout Fishing the Driftless Area” by Bob Trevis
On Wednesday, December 4, Bob Trevis, author of “Trout Fishing the Driftless Area,” will offer suggestions for what to do when you arrive at your favorite trout stream and there [...]
-Jazz Night with Winona Jazz Collective
Jazz Night with Winona Jazz Collective
Join us for a night of live jazz! Presented by WJC - Winona Jazz Collective 8:00pm - 9:15pmWinona Jazz Collective Set 9:45pm - 11:00pmJam session with students, community members & [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Author Teresa Wilhelm Waldof: “Before Oppenheimer, There Was Wilhelm”
Author Teresa Wilhelm Waldof: “Before Oppenheimer, There Was Wilhelm”
Teresa Wilhelm Waldof, Minnesota Book Award Winner and author of Wilhelm’s Way, will be at the Winona Public Library on Thursday, December 5th at 5pm to share the captivating story [...]
-Water Music: Classical Christmas
Water Music: Classical Christmas
The Minnesota Marine Art Museum is excited to continue our partnership with the Winona Symphony Orchestra to bring you the third season of Water Music: Chamber Concerts at the MMAM. [...]
Taproom Trivia
Taproom Trivia
Test your knowledge with General Knowledge Trivia and prizes in a great downtown Winona setting! Here at Two Fathoms we strive to create a product and environment that can be [...]
Taproom Trivia
Taproom Trivia
Test your knowledge with General Knowledge Trivia and prizes in a great downtown Winona setting! Here at Two Fathoms we strive to create a product and environment that can be [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
The Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum is proud to announce their newest exhibit. On loan from the Brian McMahon Collection, we have a group of Polish Poster Art from the 1980's [...]
-WinterFest at Winona State University
WinterFest at Winona State University
WinterFest returns to Winona State University! Join us at the Kryzsko Commons Student Union for this free, family-friendly community celebration. All are welcome! Enjoy winter-themed crafts and treats, plus bingo, [...]
-RAA’s Souper-Duper Pie Walk: A Celebration & Fundraiser Event
RAA’s Souper-Duper Pie Walk: A Celebration & Fundraiser Event
Sobieski Park Lodge | 965 E 7th St. 5:30-6:30 Meal Served | 6:30 Pie Auction | 7-8 Program & Social Time New this year, River Arts Alliance is holding a [...]
-Live Music: Madelin Mae
Live Music: Madelin Mae
Madelin Mae is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller who is influenced by music that lyrically talks right to your heart. She grew up in both northern Minnesota and Texas. Her [...]
Caroling by Candlelight
Caroling by Candlelight
Gather your family and friends and kick off the Christmas season with carols and good cheer! The event is free and open to the public. Hot chocolate and cookies [...]
Holiday Celebration of the Arts
Holiday Celebration of the Arts
Presented by the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts Friday, December 6 at 6:30PM & Saturday, December 7 at 1:00PM Page Theatre, Saint Mary's University Share in the joy of local talent and holiday cheer. - Dance, Music, & Theatre [...]
Live Music: The Freezers
Live Music: The Freezers
Get it up, Winona! Andre is having his Birthday shindig and we're gonna make sure it's a memorable one! Freezers Style! See ya there! The Freezers are and Eclectic [...]
Live Music: The People Brothers Band
Live Music: The People Brothers Band
The People Brothers Band @ No Name BarFriday, December 69PM Show8PM Doors$1221+ The People Brothers Band’s unique brand of rhythm and soul features some of the most talented vocalists and [...]
-Indoor Winona Farmers’ Market
Indoor Winona Farmers’ Market
We’ll be moving indoors starting November 9th at the Morrison Annex (next to the Kashubian Cultural Institute and Polish Museum). We’re looking forward to cozying up inside with beautiful bounty [...]
-C-FC Holiday Craft Fair
C-FC Holiday Craft Fair
BSA Scouting Pancake and Ham breakfast from 8-10am. Santa Claus is coming 9am - 11am, sponsored by Cub Scouts Pack 310. BACK THIS YEAR - Ag Class Homemade Cheese Curds! [...]
-Holiday Free Ink Day: Families
Holiday Free Ink Day: Families
The Winona Arts Center is hosting our Holiday Free Ink on December 7, 2024. Join in the fun and create Holiday themed monoprints using our Etching Press! You will be [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Art Exhibit: “Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity”
Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity delves into the books The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson and illustrated [...]
-Santa’s Workshop at The Parlour Room
Santa’s Workshop at The Parlour Room
Families are invited to bring children of all ages to take a photo with Santa, participate in festive coloring and craft activities, cookie decorating and get their face painted. Admission [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Art Exhibit: “Deep Dive” by Judy Onofrio
Rochester, Minnesota’s Judy Onofrio creates larger than life sculptures that are covered with collaged bones, glass orbs, thousands of beads, and intricate glass mosaics. Her Baroque flourishes celebrate life’s color, [...]
-Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Art Exhibit: “Ultra Mare” by Kajahl
Santa Cruz, CA based artist Kajahl's work is inspired by the ancient world. Through his oil paintings, he brings fictional characters to life in imagined scenes. The works in Ultra [...]
-Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
Art Exhibit: “A Nation Takes Place – Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art”
A Nation Takes Place: Navigating Race and Water in Contemporary Art ON VIEW AUGUST 21, 2024 - MARCH 2, 2025 The western formation of the Americas was born through water. [...]
-Santa at The Market
Santa at The Market
Mark your calendars! Santa will be at The Market December 7th, from 12:00-5:00! Photos available for purchase! •Christmas Tree's for Sale•Porch Pots & Wreaths•Vendors•Food Trucks•Live Music•The Floral Cart•Cozy Campfires•Hay Rides
-Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
Art Exhibit: Polish Poster Art
The Kashubian Cultural Institute & Polish Museum is proud to announce their newest exhibit. On loan from the Brian McMahon Collection, we have a group of Polish Poster Art from the 1980's [...]
-Live Music: Tyler Herwig
Live Music: Tyler Herwig
Across the Midwest, Tyler Herwig is known as the the preferred acoustic artist. Tyler has a reputation for high-energy performances and deep emotional musical interpretations that captivate all audiences. Tyler [...]
Holiday Celebration of the Arts
Holiday Celebration of the Arts
Presented by the Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts Friday, December 6 at 6:30PM & Saturday, December 7 at 1:00PM Page Theatre, Saint Mary’s University Share in the joy of local talent and holiday cheer. – Dance, Music, & Theatre [...]
-Art Exhibit: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
Art Exhibit: DWELLING featuring Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center & Winona Arts Center Members
This exhibit showcases printmaking using woodcuts created by Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center and a Legacy Grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC). Participants designed, carved and printed their [...]
-Holiday Free Ink Day: Adults
Holiday Free Ink Day: Adults
The Winona Arts Center is hosting our Holiday Free Ink on December 7, 2024. Join in the fun and create Holiday themed monoprints using our Etching Press! You will be [...]
-Live Music: Johnson Street Underground
Live Music: Johnson Street Underground
Johnson Street Underground is an acapella group based in Winona that covers a wide variety of musical genres from Dolly Parton to the Beatles to Adele. On this afternoon, they [...]
Group Ride: Global Fat Bike Day
Group Ride: Global Fat Bike Day
Come get fat and join us for a Group ride at Bluffside Park, hosted by Adventure Cycle and Ski What to bring:- a bike, the fat variety if you have [...]
-Ugly Sweater Soireé with Live Music by The Sugarloafers
Ugly Sweater Soireé with Live Music by The Sugarloafers
Doors open at 5:00 and the fun wraps up at 10:00 pm Sip on a variety of festive cocktailsChefs Table food truckLive music by The Sugarloafers until 8:00 pmDJ Mars [...]
23rd Annual Holiday Lighted Parade
23rd Annual Holiday Lighted Parade
The annual Goodview, Minnesota Holiday Lighted Parade will be in memory of Jered Kuehl on December 7, 2024. The parade starts at 5:30 at 41st Avenue and West 6th Street in [...]
-Live Music: Brian Beard
Live Music: Brian Beard
Brian Beard is a Midwestern singer/songwriter, his music includes originals and covers of many B-sides well-known artists from Dylan to Meat Puppets to Led Zeppelin to Leon Russell. Rock, folk, [...]
Krampus Ball: Alt X-mas Costume Party & Goth Ball
Krampus Ball: Alt X-mas Costume Party & Goth Ball
RADDERDAZE presents Krampus Ball—your annual alternative Christmas costume party & goth prom! Get ready to dance with those 2-4-1 Krampus happy hour specials from 6-9pm! Don't end up on this [...]
-Driftless Dance Film Tour
Driftless Dance Film Tour
Come join us for a night of dance films at Winona Arts Center! The Driftless Dance Film Tour will be put on by Sydney Swanson in collaboration with six venues across the Driftless (Southeastern) area [...]
-Holiday Dance with River City Dancers
Holiday Dance with River City Dancers
Celebrate the season with us by dancing to classic (and new) Holiday music! Ring in the Holiday Spirit with us and dance under the twinkling lights. This is the perfect [...]
-Live Music: Joe & Vicki Price
Live Music: Joe & Vicki Price
They’re back for their annual winter show. A righteous, joyful, foot-stomping jubilee, Joe & Vicki Price catapult the blues. A bit rough & tons of fun. Winners of the Independent [...]
30th Anniversary: Messiah Sing-In
30th Anniversary: Messiah Sing-In
Apart from a three-year break due to the pandemic, Winona’s Messiah Sing-in has thrilled audiences since the 1991. On Saturday, December 7 at 7 pm, this treasured tradition, led by [...]
-Live Music: Hallowed Ground
Live Music: Hallowed Ground
Hallowed Ground is returning to rock the Jailhouse. Hallowed Ground is a hard rock band based in the west-central Wisconsin, and south-eastern Minnesota. The Jailhouse Saloon is an unfussy [...]
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