United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's United for Veterans Program is proud to share the Veterans Connections program to improve overall wellbeing while building community for veterans and service members in northeastern Minnesota!
Learn more about this year's activities below:
When: January 30 - February 1, 2026
Where: Sugar Lake Lodge (37584 Otis Lane, Cohasset MN)
Details: More than 100 veterans, servicemembers, and their loved ones from across the region connected over shared life experiences.
Registration: Registration closed January 5, 2026.
When: April 8, 2026
Where: VFW Post 2948 (1416 3rd Avenue, International Falls, MN 56649)
Details: 13 local veterans, service members, and their loved ones united for Trivia Night. None had played trivia before, and all are looking forward to the next opportunity to do so!
When: June 27, 2026
Where: Hibbing Speedway (1799 E 23rd St, Hibbing, MN 55746)
Details: Local veterans and servicemembers will receive a wristband for free entry + a meal certificate. All family members are required to pay for a regular priced admission. Kids 12 & under are free.
Registration: Free but required. Register here!
When: September 2026 (date TBA)
Where: Minnesota Discovery Center (1005 Discovery Dr, Chisholm, MN 55719)
Details: Local veterans, service members, and family members are invited to enjoy mini golf, a trolley ride, and a tour of Minnesota Discovery Center.
Registration: Free but required. Registration link coming soon!
When: September 2026 (date TBA)
Where: Hibbing Rifle and Trap Club (3946 Marksmanship Center Rd., Hibbing MN 55746)
Details: Local veterans and service members are invited to free target shooting at the Hibbing Rifle/Pistol Club. Participants will be responsible for bringing their own firearm and ammunition. A meal will be provided!
Registration: Free but required. Registration link coming soon!
When: November 2026 (date TBA)
Where: Range Recreation Civic Center, Curl Mesabi (901 Hat Trick Ave, Eveleth, MN 55734)
Details: Local veterans and service members are invited to connect over coffee while learning to curl from Curl Mesabi members.
Registration: Free but required. Registration link coming soon!