Grand Opening Now Set For New Downtown Duluth Business

It's been a fun and busy time recently in Duluth when it comes to new businesses opening.

I recently shared the news that Carter's will be opening a new location inside the Miller Hill Mall this fall, bringing the nationally recognized children's apparel brand to the Northland for the first time.

For parents and grandparents in the area, it's a big deal. Carter's has had around seven locations across Minnesota, all of them in the Twin Cities metro and surrounding areas, making the Miller Hill Mall location the first in Northern Minnesota.

That alone would make for a good week. But good news isn't limited to over the hill, as downtown Duluth recently welcomed a new business, and it's having its Grand Opening this week.

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The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique Opens In Canal Park

The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique has officially opened its doors in Canal Park, bringing a full-service day spa experience to downtown Duluth. After a soft opening on May 1st, the spa will host its official Grand Opening celebration on Wednesday, May 6th, with a ribbon-cutting at 10 a.m.

The timing couldn't be better. The Grand Opening kicks off a full week of Mother's Day celebrations running May 6 through 10, with in-store specials, complimentary mini services, and community giveaways planned throughout the week.

The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique was created by co-owners Maddie Boo, Peter Saarela, and Shana Saarela, two of whom previously worked at a former spa in downtown Duluth.

They weren't looking to simply open another spa. They say they wanted to build something that genuinely belonged to Duluth — 'a place where employees are valued, where clients feel truly seen, and where the focus goes beyond relaxation into a deeper sense of wellness and community.'

They also had a lot of support along the way. The Northland Small Business Association, Downtown Duluth, and a circle of local business leaders provided guidance and encouragement throughout the process. Duluth showed up for The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique before it ever opened its doors.

What The Lighthouse Spa Offers

The spa is designed as a full-service destination, with a wide range of services including:

• Custom facials and advanced skincare treatments
• LED light therapy, hydrojelly masks, and chemical peels
• Therapeutic massage services for relaxation and targeted treatment
• Signature HeadSpa treatments focused on scalp health, tension relief, and full nervous-system relaxation
• Infrared sauna sessions
• Deep soaking hydrotherapy tub experiences
• Manicures and pedicures, including builder gel enhancements
• Facial waxing and tinting
• Retail skincare and self-care products for at-home rituals

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The signature HeadSpa experience is already drawing attention as the standout offering. The owners describe it as a uniquely immersive, deeply calming sensory reset, and during Grand Opening week, guests can book a 30-minute introductory HeadSpa session at a special founding rate. Limit one per guest.

Grand Opening Week Specials: May 6 Through May 10

In addition to the introductory HeadSpa sessions, The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique has a full lineup of Grand Opening and Mother's Day week offerings:

• Mom's Minute of Calm — Anyone who stops in during opening week will receive a complimentary 5-minute hand or scalp massage while touring the spa or shopping for Mother's Day gifts.
• Gift Card Bag Upgrades — All gift card purchases over $50 will be presented in ready-to-gift packaging, making Mother's Day shopping simple and elegant.
• "Nominate a Mom" Giveaway — Guests can nominate a deserving mom on social media for a chance to win a 60-minute service of their choice: a customized massage, a facial, or the signature HeadSpa experience.

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Be sure to stop by or book a service to welcome the new business into the Downtown Duluth community. For more information or to book a service, visit thelighthousespa.com.