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Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Wondering where to see Santa Claus in Manitowoc this year? From festive trolley rides to holiday parades, there are plenty of Santa events to explore without flying to the North Pole. Here’s where to go to make this holiday season the best one yet. Lakeshore Holiday Parade The holiday season really…

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Manitowoc Gift Ideas

With access to buying almost anything we want through online retailers and convenient two-day shipping, it can seem impossible to buy gifts for loved ones these days as we assume they already have what they want. One way around this is with unique, thoughtful gifts that the receiver didn't even know…

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Holiday Shopping in Manitowoc

If you’re looking to swap the crowded malls for cozy boutiques, artisanal sweets, and one-of-a-kind gifts, head to Manitowoc for a holiday shopping experience that will put you in the Christmas spirit in no time. Manitowoc transforms into a winter wonderland this time of year, with twinkling lights…

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Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend in Manitowoc

Thanksgiving weekend in Manitowoc brings the magic of the holiday season to life. This lakeside gem offers the coziest Turkey Day vibes wrapped up in small-town charm, brimming with holiday spirit. From parades to Christmas trees to local shops that’ll have you rethinking your Black Friday mall…

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Experience Christmas in the Mansion

When it comes to celebrating the holiday season, Manitowoc has a twinkling gem you won't want to miss. The Rahr-West Art Museum, with its stunning architecture and impressive art collection, transforms the mansion into a winter wonderland of Christmas trees and decorations that will make you feel…

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Manitowoc Munch: Cheese Curds

Are you really visiting Wisconsin if you haven’t tried cheese curds yet? These bite-sized nuggets of cheesy bliss are a Midwest staple, and nowhere makes them quite like Manitowoc. From fresh curds straight from the factory to fried, melty goodness served up at local diners, cheese curds are more…

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Trick or Treat Times for Manitowoc County

Halloween is coming up quickly — whether your costumes are ready or not! A favorite holiday tradition for many, trick or treating has become a spooky season staple in our community. Listed below are the hours for trick or treating in Manitowoc County locations. Manitowoc Trick or Treating: City of…

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The Ultimate Souvenir: Local Box Manitowoc County

It can be daunting to pick out the perfect souvenir that represents and encompasses a destination that you've visited. With so many hand-crafted and locally made goods, how do you make a selection? Let Progress Lakeshore help you by ordering the ultimate souvenir — their 2024 Local Box! Filled with…

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3 Ways to Experience Spooky Season in Manitowoc

We are coming into the swing of October, and Halloween traditions surround us everywhere. There are those of us who love light-hearted activities such as carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating, and then there are those who live for scary movies, haunted houses, and ghost hunting. If you fall into…

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Take the Mammoth Hike Challenge

Ready for a fall adventure that’s fun, free, and fit for all ages? Join the Mammoth Hike Challenge this October to experience the beauty of Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scenic Trail! Explore 44 miles of the Ice Age Trail and visit at least three designated Trail Communities during the month of…

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