PANGEA: Cultivate Our Cultures 2026

DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2026

TIME: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

LOCATION: Hjemkomst Center | Moorhead, MN

ADMISSION: Free | Open to the Public

Celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the Red River Valley at PANGEA: Cultivate Our Cultures 2026! For more than 30 years, this beloved community event has brought together people from across the region to share and celebrate the traditions, stories, music, food, and artistry that make our communities unique.

Throughout the day, the museum and auditorium transform into a vibrant international marketplace featuring local chefs, musicians, artists, and merchants. Visitors can experience traditional foods, live performances, cultural demonstrations, and handcrafted goods representing communities with roots around the world, including Norway, Mexico, Somalia,Vietnam, Egypt, and many more.

PANGEA offers an opportunity for people of all ages to discover new traditions, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the many cultures that contribute to the Red River Valley's shared identity.

This activity is made possible through support from the Lake Region Arts Council, with funding from the Minnesota State Legislature; The Arts Partnership with the Cities of Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo; the Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation; and sponsors including the Fargo-Moorhead Convention and Visitors Bureau and West Central Initiative

Mardi Gras Kings: A Mardi Gras Celebration

DATE: Tuesday, February 9, 2027

TIME: 7:00–8:30 PM

LOCATION: Historic Holmes Theatre Ballroom | 806 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN

ADMISSION: $18 Adults | $13 Students

Celebrate the sights and sounds of New Orleans with the Mardi Gras Kings at the Historic Holmes Theatre!

A beloved Holmes Theatre tradition, this lively Mardi Gras celebration brings the spirit of Bourbon Street to Detroit Lakes with soulful performances inspired by the rich musical traditions of New Orleans.

Experience the festive rhythms, vibrant melodies, and joyful energy of Mardi Gras as the Mardi Gras Kings transform the theatre's historic ballroom into a celebration of music and community. Whether you're a longtime fan of New Orleans music or simply looking for a fun evening out, this performance offers a taste of Mardi Gras close to home.

This performance is part of the Historic Holmes Theatre's Performing Arts Series.

The Fabulous Armadillos: The Songs, The Singers, The Stories

DATE: Saturday, February 13, 2027

TIME: 7:30–9:00 PM

LOCATION: Historic Holmes Theatre | 806 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN

ADMISSION: $39 Adults | $21 Students

Celebrate the legendary singer-songwriters who have shaped generations of music with The Fabulous Armadillos in The Songs, The Singers, The Stories – Singer/Songwriters Through The Decades at the Historic Holmes Theatre!

This special tribute performance explores the music and stories behind some of the most beloved songs of the past several decades. From iconic artists like Dolly Parton, Carole King, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, Billy Joel, and Elton John to contemporary favorites including John Mayer, Ed Sheeran, and Brandi Carlile, the show honors the musicians who not only performed these timeless songs but wrote them.

Known for their exceptional musicianship, rich vocal harmonies, humor, and engaging storytelling, The Fabulous Armadillos bring these songs to life while sharing the stories and creative inspiration behind the music.

Whether you're rediscovering longtime favorites or hearing something new, this performance celebrates the enduring power of great songwriting.

This concert is part of the Historic Holmes Theatre's Tribute Series.

Guys on Ice: An Ice Fishing Musical

DATE: Friday, February 19, 2027

TIME: 2:00–3:30 PM

LOCATION: Historic Holmes Theatre | 806 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN

ADMISSION: $33 Adults | $13 Students

Bundle up for a hilarious celebration of Minnesota's favorite winter pastime with Guys on Ice: An Ice Fishing Musical at the Historic Holmes Theatre!

Set inside a cozy ice fishing shanty on a frozen lake, this musical comedy follows Marvin and Lloyd, two fishing buddies and self-proclaimed philosophers, as they spend a day sharing stories, dreams, and observations about life while waiting for the fish to bite.

Through witty dialogue, memorable characters, and humorous musical numbers like "The Wishing Hole," "Ode to a Snowmobile Suit," "Fish Is the Miracle Food," and "The One That Got Away," Guys on Ice offers a lighthearted look at the traditions, friendships, and quirky culture of ice fishing.

Whether you're an avid angler or have never stepped foot inside an ice house, this entertaining production captures the humor and heart of life on a frozen Minnesota lake.