Tony Bennett
Reopened A & Dubs overwhelmed in first days
New A & Dubs owners Ryan Spears and Michael Koralia at the counter of their tiny Lincoln Park restaurant. (Photo by Paul Lundgren)
Anticipation had been building for three months when the A & Dubs drive-in restaurant quietly reopened on June 12. By the next day the news had spread and the new staff was clearly not prepared for the onslaught of hungry Duluthians. (more…)
Duluth-area Theater Primer 2025-2026
The time of year for giant lawn skeletons, crunchy leaves and the theatrical arts is upon us. Though plays are put up year-round, the fall is when most theatrical organizations fire up a new season of productions. This primer lists upcoming shows from a bunch of Duluth-area theater entities, but first gives an overview of other theater options in the region. (more…)
Among 2021 restaurant closures were two of Guy Fieri’s favorites
Television personality Guy Fieri poses outside Shorty’s Pizza and Smoked Meats with members of the restaurant’s staff. Fieri visited four restaurants in the Twin Ports area in 2014 — Shorty’s, Gannucci’s Italian Market, Pak’s Green Corner and the Kounty Quarthouse. All four have since closed.
The effect of COVID-19 on the restaurant industry is tricky to quantify, but in the Duluth area there is one noticeably positive trend. More new eateries are opening than existing ones are closing.
While the ongoing pandemic played a role in pushing some eateries that were in trouble over the edge, in most cases other factors were at play. At the top of the list of closings in 2021 were three family-owned ethnic restaurants. (more…)
A look at Duluth-area food and drink spots we lost in 2020
Left: Maggie’s restaurant in Bayfield marked 40 years in business in August and announced its closure in October. Right: The Crooked Spoon Cafe in Grand Marais was destroyed by fire in April. (Photos via Facebook)
The scourge of COVID-19 has challenged restaurant and bar owners at every level. The temporary closures during the pandemic are too long to list, and the industry outlook for 2021 is filled with uncertainty, but surprisingly few businesses announced they were calling it quits in 2020.
Two of the region’s most notable restaurant losses occurred in small towns away from Duluth, and COVID-19 was perhaps only loosely to blame. (more…)
Duluth-area Theater Primer 2019-2020
It’s the Halloween season, which of course means it’s time for witches and ghouls, but it’s also the time of year when the region’s theater companies get down to business. Here again is the PDD Theater Primer, where we hip you to all the haps on local stages for the next year. (more…)
Perfect Duluth Day Outdoor Summer Concert Primer 2019
Ky-Mani Marley headlines the 14th annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival in Duluth.
It’s a narrow season — mid June to mid September — but music promoters in the region do their best to fill the open air with tunes while weather permits. This year’s shaping up to be as jam-packed with giggage as ever, with more than 130 outdoor shows in the region. (more…)
Duluth-area Theater Primer 2018-2019
As the leaves start to turn and the smell of fall starts to waft through the air, local theater companies are springing to life. It’s time for the Perfect Duluth Day theater primer. If it’s on the stage, it’s in our calendar. (more…)
Perfect Duluth Day Outdoor Summer Concert Primer 2018
It’s officially summer, now, and the PDD Calendar is stuffed with every ding-dang concert from here to eternity (or at least, like, Tower or somewhere). Of course, the usual suspects like Bayfront Festival Park and Big Top Chautauqua are in there, as are smaller series like Bayside Sounds, Chester Creek Concert Series and Summer (Mostly) Thursdays. Here’s a peek at some of the upcoming sure-to-be outdoor-music highlights. (more…)
Perfect Duluth Day Outdoor Summer Concert Primer 2017
Summer is upon us (you can tell because that big hot bright ball is occasionally up in the sky), and that means a gaggle of outdoor concerts are in the PDD Calendar, ready for consideration. Of course, the usual suspects like Bayfront Festival Park and Big Top Chautauqua are in there, as are smaller series like Bayside Sounds, Chester Creek Concert Series and Summer (Mostly) Thursdays. Here’s a peek at some of the upcoming sure-to-be highlights:
June 16
Everclear
Canal Park
1990’s hitmakers Everclear, Vertical Horizon and Fastball perform during Grandma’s Marathon weekend in Canal Park.
June 16
Lake Ave Live 2017
Canal Park
Local original artists also get some tent time at this two-day tenttacular.
June 23
Warren Nelson
Big Top Chautauqua
The founder of Big Top Chautauqua, Warren Nelson, celebrates 50 years in show business with a concert of songs chosen from way back to now.
This Week: art, music, food, kitties, bunnies and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
Celebrate Labor Day at the AFL-CIO Labor Day Picnic, artists are invited to take advantage of open studio time at the Depot, St. Luke’s opens an art show with items by cancer survivors, adventurer Lonnie DuPre gives a presentation on what he’s learned during his various trips, the grounds of Glensheen Mansion become a classroom where folks can use fresh vegetables from their garden during lessons, Green Day’s rock opera is staged at The Underground and Twin Cities band Rogue Valley performs at Sacred Heart Music Center.
Hip-hop crew Doomtree performs during the End of the Summer Block Party outside Dubh Linn, the biggest slip-and-slide to ever hit Duluth asphalt gets unrolled, the 2016 Lake Superior Harvest Festival takes place on Saturday, the monthly Nice Girls of the North arts and crafts show happens at Lakeside Lester Park Community Center, kitties and bunnies are looking for homes, the Harbor City Roller Dames are back in action and Rachael Kilgour releases her latest LP.
This Week: summer is, in fact, not endless and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
August is ending, and many ongoing summer events are winding down. The Hermantown and Downtown farmers’ markets are closing up shop in the upcoming weeks, the last Doggy Happy Hour at the Fitger’s Brewery complex happens on Tuesday, the Shark-Watching Society meets for the final time in 2016 and Teague Alexy performs during the last installment of the Chester Creek Concert Series.
Also: Woodland is ground zero for BBQ on Tuesday, Mayor Emily Larson and City Councilor Elissa Hansen invite the public to City Hall in the City, the 2016 Pride Celebration kicks off with the mayor’s reception and includes the Bayfront Pride Festival, the dark history of American assassins is explored in musical form, the classic football rivalry between East and Denfeld continues at Public Schools Stadium on Friday and a gaggle of musicians play the Super Big Block Party.
This Week: parties, festivals, fairs and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The Miller Auction Service holds its weekly auction on Monday, people can play mini-golf in Superior to benefit the Old Firehouse and Police Museum, the Head of the Lakes Fair runs from Tuesday through Sunday, the public can attend an open house on the Superior Street reconstruction project, the Lake Superior Zoo is showing its Wild Side and Ladies’ Night Karaoke is going down at R.T. Quinlan’s on Wednesday.
The Silk Shieks bring the instrumental thunder to the Red Herring, little tykes can join up with the River Rovers Nature Playgroup, Sour Fest 2016 is the place for people who like their beers to make them pucker up, Jack Sparrow stars in the final Movies in the Park of the year, the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival is back, there’s a block party going down on Jefferson Street, the fifth Superior Man Triathlon will host over 400 athletes and the 125th anniversary of Minnesota’s state parks and trails is celebrated.
This Week: ships, Olympics, nerds and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The Hoghead Festival begins in Proctor with a golf tournament, North Shore Scenic Railroad presents an onboard murder mystery, it’s the dawn of the Nerdaissance at Teatro Zuccone, Mary Bue brings her Holy Bones to the Chester Creek Concert Series, the latest installment of Take it With You goes live at the Underground, Gaelynn Lea releases her latest EP with a show at the Red Herring and families who have Olympic fever can compete at the Duluth Family YMCA.
It’s the season for kids to run wild in Wednesday Night at the Races, the Tall Ships are back in the harbor, the 4-day Art in Bayfront Park event opens, the punk/hardcore music festival Northern Isolation II runs from August 19 to 21, the Duluth Experience takes people on a Dark History Walking Tour of Duluth, Rich Mattson and the Northstars join Space Carpet at the Red Herring and local fare is celebrated at Farm Fest.
This Week: baseball, bubbles, blues and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The University of Wisconsin-Superior hosts the inaugural Aeronautics and Space Camp for high-school girls, the 2016 primary election takes place on Tuesday, nationally-recognized kids’ comedy duo Mixed Nuts performs at the Duluth Public Library, Mama’s Stolen Horses make an appearance as part of the Chester Creek Concert Series, the completely bonkers cult film Miami Connection screens at the Zinema, supergroup Case/Lang/Veirs plays Big Top Chautauqua and the Shark-Watching Society is keeping their eyes peeled on Wednesday.
The 2016 Wisconsin Space Conference takes place at UW-Superior, the Duluth Art Institute holds an ongoing workshop on digital-based art, Iron Range mining communities are the focus during a talk with photographer Vance Gellert, ad agency Swim Creative celebrates a decade in business, Har Mar Superstar schools fools at the Red Herring, the Bayfront Blues Festival returns to Bayfront Festival Park, the Duluth Huskies play their last regular-season home game and the Duluth Children’s Museum holds its eighth-annual Bubble Festival.
This Week: Demon, Starchild, Spaceman, Catman and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The Zeitgeist Arts complex is the place to find art and film becoming entangled, juggling maniac Tuey performs stunts and tricks at the Duluth Public Library, Tuesday is Market Day in the Plaza on the UMD campus, the 60th anniversary of the passing of last Union Civil War soldier and Duluthian Albert Woolson is marked, the 2016 National Night Out brings together police and communities, Charlie Parr and Red Mountain both get a chance to make up for their weather-scuttled outdoor concerts on Glensheen Mansion’s pier and the 2016 Spirit Valley Days celebration begins on Wednesday.
Paul and Gene and a guy dressed like Ace and a guy dressed like Peter return to the DECC for one of the summer’s biggest concerts, a musical about a director facing a midlife crisis hits The Underground, Mozart and pantomime are married at Mitchell Auditorium, Beaner’s Central is the place for all-ages metal, the Howling Moon Music Festival returns to Bayfront Park, a classic Rob Reiner film plays at Movies in the Park on Friday, what’s left of the Beach Boys and the Temptations perform at the DECC to help celebrate the complex’s 50th anniversary and the co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation speaks at the Radisson on Sunday morning.
This Week: stunts, songs, socks and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce holds its 47th annual golf classic, juggler and aerialist Laura Ernst brings her stunt spectacular to the Duluth Public Library, the Duluth Huskies battle the Bullfrogs of Green Bay, the Trans+ support group holds their biweekly meeting, Beaner’s Central gives performers a chance to do their thing at their Wednesday Open Mic, the Superior Singers perform Disney songs at Barker’s Island and Charlie Parr plays his country-blues at Glensheen Mansion.
Renowned weird man David Liebe Hart stops at the Red Herring as a part of his latest tour, folks can learn about water safety and build sand castles out on Park Point, CASDA holds their Socks for Survivors Golf Scramble, the annual Northern Minnesota Swap Meet and Car Show is at the Itasca County Fairgrounds in Grand Rapids, the 13th annual Free Range Film Festival gives film buffs a chance to see flicks in a barn, Bold Choice Theatre presents an old-fashioned mystery set in a mansion, the 125th anniversary of Skyline Parkway is celebrated with a family picnic and the Goo Goo Dolls perform with Collective Soul at Bayfront Park.
This Week: Bonar, BBQ, baseball and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
There’s a seminar about voter engagement taking place at the Ordean Building, folks can get a hand in uncovering the roots of their family trees at the Duluth Public Library, veterans can receive assistance with looking for employment at the Minnesota Work Force Center, Haley Bonar comes to town to play the pier at Glensheen, rapper P.O.S. plays a micro show, PAVSA is selling BBQ and cupcakes to support their services and Anthony Bush talks baseball at the Depot.
A contemporary take on the original spoiled rich girl plays at Teatro Zuccone, famed comic Jerry Seinfeld stops at the DECC, The All Pints Eve Hootenanny is transpiring at Bent Paddle Brewing, Dem Atlas and Reflectivore play Pizza Luce, the Lake Superior Classic & Custom Boat Show lands at Barker’s Island, the 2016 All Pints North Summer Brew Fest is at Bayfront Park and the Rolling Thunder Reunion brings together musicians with Bob Dylan ties at Weber Music Hall.
This Week: baked goods, brews, Boku and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
Local vendors sell produce, baked goods and other items at the Hermantown Farmers Market, the Backpacker Magazine Get Out More Tour visits Trailfitters, Kenny Ahern brings his Kaleidoscope show back to the Duluth Public Library, folks can learn about whitetailed deer at Gooseberry Falls, brews and literature are paired up at the Red Herring Lounge, Boku Frequency plays as part of the Chester Creek Concert Series and an adaptation of one of the most beloved action films ever comes to the Zinema.
Downtown Duluth’s Sidewalk Days are happening once again, Red Mountain plays on the pier at Glensheen Mansion, Hermantown is the place to catch live music and grab some suds and grub, glam metal meets Broadway at the Duluth Playhouse, forty artists are featured in the Duluth Art Institute’s outdoor-painting festival, Lake Place Park is the site for two evenings of dance, the Hilltop Obstacle Fun Run goes down at Marshall School and the Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival returns.
This Week: the Fourth, fairs, farmers and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
It’s Independence Day, so that means there’s plenty to do, out there: the Mighty Thomas Carnival is offering midway thrills in the DECC parking lot, the Great American Picnic is taking place at Fitger’s, the Duluth Huskies baseball team is battling Willmar at Wade Stadium and the 2016 Fourth Fest offers up a full slate of music and tops it off with the region’s signature fireworks display.
Non-Fourth fun: the 2016 South St. Louis Country Fair, the Duluth Farmer’s Market, a marble-making class at Lake Superior Art Glass, Duluth MakerSpace’s Intro to Hand Plane class, the 2016 Spooner Rodeo, 21 poets reading 21-second-long poems at Duluth Art Institute, the Madeline Island Summer Film Series takes place all weekend, Glitteratti releases a CD, it’s plane-mania at the Duluth Airshow 2016, Trampled by Turtles play another big fat gig at Bayfront Park and it’s Mad Science at the Duluth Playhouse.
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The city of Carlton’s annual community celebration runs July 24-26, featuring a 5k walk/run, car show, pancake breakfast, parade, beer garden, live music, food trucks, kids bubble dance party, coin hunt, vendor market, pickleball tournament and more. The full schedule is available at carltonchamber.com.
Free
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor supplies are provided. Cribbage boards are available.
Free
The Sax-Zim Bog is a network of habitats, but what makes those habitats so distinct from one another? Environmental conditions like precipitation and temperature help mold ecosystems, as do the soils that influence the plant communities. While upland forests are not what most visitors seek out during the winter, they are beautifully diverse during the…
$25
Willow River Area Days is an annual three-day community festival featuring a parade, a backhoe rodeo, live music and more. It runs July 24–26. For the intricate details, squint and attempt to read the small print on the poster. 
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is a round trip along the St. Louis River estuary. It is a family-friendly, volunteer-run event. The narrated tour takes passengers along the original Lake Superior…
$26.20
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9 events,
Instructor Airlea Indaniss DeFoe teaches students ages 9–12 how to make patterns in beadwork using color theory, drawing and counting. To develop these skills, students make beaded wall art that…
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This is a flexible week of creativity, discovery and hands-on fun best for ages 8-12, led by artist and educator Lara Fahnlander. Register for a single class, full daysmor the…
$60
Students explore storytelling through games, creative writing, illustration, performance and outdoor adventures. Weather permitting, the class will visit nearby natural spaces to inspire original stories and imaginative worlds. Class runs…
$80
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Children on grades K - 6 can participate in new maker program each week. Some of the programs will be messy, so wear appropriate clothes. The projects change week to…
Free
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17 events,
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Memorial Blood Centers is set up in Allete’s Hodnik Hall for this Donate Downtown Blood Drive. Millions of children and adults depend on matched blood donations to receive the life-saving… 
This class introduces students to the colorful world of fabric design. Campers will experiment with resist-dye techniques to transform cotton bags, shirts and other items into one-of-a-kind wearable works of…
$55
Youths ages 8 to 18 to can explore the Music Resource Center's various instruments and recording equipment during two two-day sessions on July 28 and 30 and August 18 and…
Free
Will Sings Songs performs original songs for young people of all ages. Driven by audience participation, Will's songs get kids moving, grooving, laughing and singing. A naturalist by trade, many…
Free
Will Sings Songs performs original songs for young people of all ages. Driven by audience participation, Will's songs get kids moving, grooving, laughing and singing. A naturalist by trade, many…
Free
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15 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
River Rovers is a nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 that includes story time, snacks and outdoor activities -- with a different theme each week. The program is available on…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
Every Wednesday, Sheraton Duluth Hotel holds a gathering to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The gatherings are free, but space is limited. Reservations are…
Free
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
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21 events,
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Fuse Duluth invites Duluth professionals to explore the Lakeside Business District on an walking tour of local Chamber members. Lakeside offers a cozy collection of local shops, cafés, and businesses—perfect…
$25
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Kids grade K-12 are invited to a drop-in celebration inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters. There are K-pop-themed crafts, songs, trivia and dress ups in the photo booth. DPL is working…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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The city of Duluth hosts its third Lester Park Golf Course Land Use Study Open House, presenting a recommended vision for the site. City of Duluth staff and consultants from… 
Go beyond the standard tour and experience the SS Meteor like never before. Step behind the scenes aboard on this two-hour guided adventure and explore areas rarely seen by the…
$50
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17 events,
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Every Friday throughout the summer, BB + Friends and BB + Coffee will hide three or more surprise prizes around the Twin Ports. New clues released every Friday. Follow the…
Free
Enjoy sensory-friendly movies in the comfortably cool green room this summer. Feel free to bring snacks and a blanket to cuddle up with. To make this movie sensory friendly, the…
Free
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The city of Duluth’s Planning and Economic Development Department is holding its second First Street Friday, following the inaugural event in June. First Street Friday is an "activation event" series…
Free
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All riders are welcome to join Vibrant Streets Duluth for a safe and accessible group bike ride. Meet outside City Hall and take a gentle ride down 25 blocks to…
Free
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Lydia Boyum & Ryan Lane bring a blend of singer-songwriter, folk, indie, and pop influences to the stage. With vocals and acoustic guitar, their music tells stories of love, life…
Free
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23 events,
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Superior Trails & Ales 5k and 10k Run/Walk is run in the Superior Municipal Forest. The event supports the growth of the city forest trail system. Participants receive a pint…
$30
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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The Hortus Garden Club fundraiser supports the garden. There will be perennials, houseplants, garden decor, pots, tools and more. Stroll the garden before or after shopping.
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods.…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods. |
11 events,
Fitger's Brewhouse presents its 39th annual Brewhouse Triathlon. The long course features a 0.93-mile swim, 24.8-mile bike ride and 6.2-mile run. The short course is a 0.5-mile swim, 12.4-mile bike…
$111.24
The 13th annual Buzz Ryan Triathlon features the Sprint Tri -- a 500-yard swim, 10-mile bike and a 2.5-mile run -- and the Half Buzzed Super Sprint -- a 250-yard…
$111.24
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
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Lincoln Park Children and Families Collaborative hosts the annual Meet in the Park to bring neighbors and community resources together to build social connectedness. The event features a two bounce…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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6 events,
A weeklong clay camp for young artists to build skills and confidence through hands-on hand-building techniques. Students will explore pinch pots, coils, slabs, glazing and sculptural forms while creating functional…
$140
Students will use the pottery wheel, handbuilding and decorating techniques to create unique pieces that they can use in everyday life. There are 5 weekday sessions from 1-4. https://duluthart.org/class/kids-clay-camp-with-ashley-lake/2026-08-03/ $180…
$210
Lake Superior Writers hold a writing group for fantasy/speculative fiction writing on the first Monday of each month. Writers are invited to bring what they’re working on and ideas for…
Free
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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11 events,
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban…
Free
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked… 
Self-professed book lovers and casual page turners gather for Reese's Book Club discussions at Sheraton Duluth. The monthly book information can be found at reesesbookclub.com. Limited space is available. Reservations…
Free
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Friend Fest is a celebration of friendship, connection and community during National Night Out. Guests receive conversation cards and connection prompts designed to help spark conversations. Interactive stations throughout the…
Free
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The fourth Annual Hillside Night Out is a family friendly event featuring food from Whole Foods Coop, ice cream from Love Creamery, music by DJ Jessscribe the Vibe, bike activities/skills…
Free
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16 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
Every Wednesday, Sheraton Duluth Hotel holds a gathering to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The gatherings are free, but space is limited. Reservations are…
Free
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22 events,
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IndiGO's Disability Rights Celebration honors the disability rights movement and the advocates, past and present, who have led change within their communities to build a more accessible and equitable world.…
Free
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
During these two maintenance days, volunteers will handle unwanted vegetation within targeted areas on Wisconsin Point Bird Sanctuary. If the wind and weather cooperate, invasives will be burned on site.…
Free
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Spirit Valley Days begins with the traditional crowning of Miss West Duluth and Miss West Duluth Princess. Spirit Valley Days celebrate the neighborhood of West Duluth with a variety of…
Free
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19 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Enjoy sensory-friendly movies in the comfortably cool green room this summer. Feel free to bring snacks and a blanket to cuddle up with. To make this movie sensory friendly, the lights will be lowered to a dim level, but not off and the sound system will be kept at a lower level. English subtitles will…
Free
Explore an island with sea caves, a lighthouse, historic artifacts of past inhabitants, away from the noise of the city and under the milky way, clearly visible and sparkling on a cloud free night. The first night will be spent on the mainland at Little Sand Bay, learning about how to pack gear, set camp,…
$450
Forensic psychologist and true crime author Frank F. Weber is speaking about his 2025 release Heartbreak Hollow, which involves the case of a young woman who was promised a future and woke up fighting for her life. Eliana Castillo was on the brink of a new beginning -- an engagement to the heir of a…
Free
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City on the Hill Music Festival is two days of Christian, faith-based music at Bayfront Festival Park on the shores of Lake Superior. The event runs Aug. 7-8. This year's lineup features Cain as Friday night's headliner and Anne Wilson closing out the festival on Saturday evening. Also taking the stage are Ryan Stevenson, Leanna…
$59.27 – $98.56
During these two maintenance days, volunteers will handle unwanted vegetation within targeted areas on Wisconsin Point Bird Sanctuary. If the wind and weather cooperate, invasives will be burned on site. Participants are encouraged to email Mikayla, at watertrail @ stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping at one, both or all three of these days…
Free
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29 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams, jellies and canned goods, honey and maple syrup, eggs, meat, flowers, plants, body care products and fine crafts. 
On the second Saturday of each month a group of local writers connects via Zoom from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to talk about writing projects and upcoming events. Register at lakesuperiorwriters.org to get the Zoom link.
Free
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More than 50 vendor booths line Grand Avenue between Bristol Street and Central Avenue during the annual Craft, Vendor and Food Truck Fair. Spirit Valley Days celebrate the neighborhood of West Duluth with a variety of events running Aug. 6-9.
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods. Each market brings a rotating selection of vendors together in an open-air setting where guests can shop small, connect with local creators and enjoy coffee,…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods. |
17 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
An hour of yoga followed by an Earth Rider beer every second Sunday through October. Tickets are available at runayoga.com
$20
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KidFest 2026 features hands-on crafts, carnival-style games and prizes, music, face painting, bounce houses and more. It is geared for toddlers through tweens and happens rain or shine.
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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The fifth annual Bloody Mary Bash on the decks at Skyline Social and Games is a fundraiser for Never Surrender Inc. to support the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Local…
$35
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12 events,
The Oliver Bridge, located over the St. Louis River at the junction of Minnesota Hwy 39 and Wisconsin Hwy 105, is closed Aug. 10-14, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.… 
The Duluth Heritage Preservation Commission meets on the second Monday of each month in the council chambers on the third floor of Duluth City Hall. Agendas and meeting minutes are…
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During this final date, volunteers will be managing woody debris from the shoreline and burning it on site. Doing so provides an open and suitable foraging habitat for shorebirds. The…
Free
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After more than 180 years of suppression and exclusion, fire (ishkode in the Ojibwe language) is coming back to Minnesota Point. For generations, Anishinaabe people used good fire to work…
Free
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14 events,
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Duluth's Primary Election ballot includes federal and state races, along with one county board race. The federal and state offices are partisan contests in which voters must choose a party…
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban…
Free
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked…
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Celtic Song Circle is an event where attendees can sing and play Irish and Scottish favorites in a group setting. Instruments are welcome.
Free
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This week's Music in the Park features Dionysian Dithyrambs. Attendees should bring a chair or blanket. Food and refreshments are available to purchase from local vendors. In the event of…
Free
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21 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
Glensheen in Plein Air invites travelers to experience the beauty, history and artistic spirit of Minnesota through a collection of plein air paintings created on the grounds of Glensheen Mansion.…
River Rovers is a nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 that includes story time, snacks and outdoor activities with a different theme each week. The program is available on Wednesdays…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
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The West Duluth Business Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month in Mr. D's banquet room. This month's guest speaker is Kyle Demming, senior planner with the city… |
25 events,
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Help local students start the school year ready to learn by donating new school supplies during the annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive. Visit the Thirsty Pagan Brewing on…
Free
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
The Jiggin’ with George fundraising tournament at Life of Riley Resort on Lake Vermilion is a day of fishing for prizes and supporting a great cause. Whether you’re a seasoned…
$600
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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Lake Superior Community Health Center Duluth hosts its annual free block party as part of National Community Health Center Week. The event features food trucks, live music, dogs for adoption…
Free
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16 events,
Lake Effect Music Fest is a three-day celebration of music and outdoor adventure with a lineup of 13 bands performing across two stages, featuring genres from punk rock to indie…
$185
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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The 37th annual Bayfront Blues Festival is a three-day outdoor concert running Aug. 14-16. Gates open at 11 a.m. each day of the festival. Friday Schedule Noon - Paul Barry…
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The all-ages, after-hours music event Roots, Tails and Tunes features bands The Rhizomes and The Trash Cats. The Rhizomes play indie folk-pop tunes with upbeat melodies and humorous takes on…
$5
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Split Rock Silhouette.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks…
$40
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P.B&J, Zeb or Zeke and the Run Away Screamings, and The Trinkets share the bill for this all-ages concert at Wussow's.
$10
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The Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium is on the road again for the annual Dark Sky Caravan. Minnesota is home to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness which is the second…
Free
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36 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
East End Family Fun Days features a car show, bounce houses, live music, games, raffles and more in Superior's East End. Food trucks include Updawg, Corn Hub, Oasis Del Norte…
Free
The 26th annual North Shore Bike Ride is an annual celebration of the Gitchi-Gami State Trail. This year again features 8-, 28-, 34- and 55-mile ride options, and kids under…
$55
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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Take a step back from modern life and reconnect with the art and aesthetics of simpler times. Cottagecore workshops create hands-on experiences that teach the traditional skills and crafts of cordage…
$20
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Mountain bikers from across the Midwest converge on Giants Ridge for the 11th running of The Grind mountain bike race, one of Minnesota’s premier cross country cycling events. Known for…
$104.18
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods.…
Free
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22 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Grit & Gratitude is a bike ride to raise money to fight pediatric cancer and celebrate the resilience of Lily Buchholz, who had hepatoblastoma, a rare pediatric liver cancer. Spokengear…
$40 – $64
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
Spend the weekend shopping handmade in the heart of Canal Park with the Duluth Studio Makers Market on the outdoor deck between Duluth Studio Market and Little Angie's. Browse unique…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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The three-day Lake Effect Music Fest concludes with performances by Marlee Paine at 11 a.m. and Yasmin & Beat Sound at 2:20 p.m.
$185
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12 events,
The Duluth Economic Development Authority invites residents and visitors to explore First Street with the new Discover First Street Passport, an interactive activity taking place during the month of August.…
Free
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Meet Trina Swanson and chat about the things important to Duluth families. This casual, kid-friendly gathering event is at Lester Park.
Free
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Park Bench.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and…
$40
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22 events,
Youths ages 8 to 18 to can explore the Music Resource Center's various instruments and recording equipment during two two-day sessions on July 28 and 30 and August 18 and…
Free
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Three rounds of daytime bingo with prizes for the winners and a solid excuse to get out of the house or stop by on your lunch break. Grab a lunch…
Free
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban…
Free
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked…
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Raise a glass and make a difference at Pints for a Purpose, an evening of food, drinks and community in support of the Lake Superior YMCA Community Services Branch. During… |
25 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
Glensheen in Plein Air invites travelers to experience the beauty, history and artistic spirit of Minnesota through a collection of plein air paintings created on the grounds of Glensheen Mansion.…
-
This event showcases multiple law enforcement and first responder vehicles. It’s also an opportunity for the public to interact with officers and first responders.
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
Members of the public are invited to bring an antique or collectible to the Duluth Depot's rotunda for a free appraisal. Denny Mager of Northern Specialty will offer opinions on…
Free
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30 events,
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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The Every Child Ready Duluth Coalition is bringing early childhood learning to a different community location every month. Parents are invited to play and learn with their little ones, meet… 
This four-week course meets on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. from Aug. 6-27. It focuses on the tango and is for students who are ages 7-12. The costs is $50 for…
$15 – $50
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Beer Garden events are held outside the Great Lakes Aquarium every Thursday in July and August and feature rotating food trucks and musical artists, with views of the Aerial Lift…
Free
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23 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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The organizers of Duluth Winter Village and Gourd Days are reinventing the summer art experience in Bayfront, calling it Flock Artfest. It's a weekend of art, creativity and community on…
Free
Attendees can tie-dye a tote bag. All materials are provided. All ages are welcome. Kids need to attend with an adult, and all should dress for a mess.
Free
Great North Tattoo Fest is an immersive weekend where the needle is the paintbrush and the body is the canvas. One hundred fifty tattoo artists are making tattoos all weekend…
$25 – $55
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Catch Superior Seafood Boils out on the fest field at Earth Rider Brewery every other Friday night for a Cajun boil. The small, family-run catering business has a mission to… 
Duluth is the best place in the world to watch Common Nighthawk migration. Each summer from mid-August to early September, these birds fly right over Duluth neighborhoods, traveling several thousand…
$5
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31 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams, jellies and canned goods, honey and maple syrup, eggs, meat, flowers, plants, body care products and fine crafts.
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The organizers of Duluth Winter Village and Gourd Days are reinventing the summer art experience in Bayfront, calling it Flock Artfest. It's a weekend of art, creativity and community on the shores of Lake Superior. The event runs Aug. 21-22. The two-day festival provides opportunities to browse original work from a wide range of artists,…
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods. Each market brings a rotating selection of vendors together in an open-air setting where guests can shop small, connect with local creators and enjoy coffee,…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods.
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is a round trip along the St. Louis River estuary. It is a family-friendly, volunteer-run event. The narrated tour takes passengers along the original Lake Superior…
$26.20
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21 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor supplies are provided. Cribbage boards are available.
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is a round trip along the St. Louis River estuary. It is a family-friendly, volunteer-run event. The narrated tour takes passengers along the original Lake Superior…
$26.20
Great North Tattoo Fest is an immersive weekend where the needle is the paintbrush and the body is the canvas. One hundred fifty tattoo artists are making tattoos all weekend…
$25 – $55
The Clover Valley Farm Trail is a co-operative group of locally-owned, small farms located in or near Clover Valley, a farming community between Duluth and Two Harbors. The farms offer a variety of produce, plant seedlings, baked goods, crafts and other items sold from self-serve farm stands. Visitors can simply follow the map and posted… |
14 events,
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A community conversation to learn about how the Smithsonian Institution is deepening its work with rural and tribal communities across America. Rural America often defies definition. Traditional measures like population, distance and access don't always capture the resilience, innovation, creativity and civic engagement that make rural communities unique. And while Duluth isn't rural by definition,…
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
Duluth City Council meetings are held on the third floor of City Hall and broadcast on WDSE 103.3 FM. Meeting agendas are online at duluthmn.gov.
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Cigarette Picnic is a stripped down, sultry female power trio focusing on rich harmonies and minimal instrumentation. They are based in Duluth, Minnesota and perform original music with bold flavor…
Free
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21 events,
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Create, play and perform. In this hands-on workshop, students will design and sew their own fancy sock puppet before bringing it to life with a unique voice, personalitymand beginner puppetry techniques. Ages 8–12 or 4+ with adult.
$30
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked… 
The singer Billie Elish has said eating meat is immoral. Is she right? That's the topic of discussion for this edition of the Twin Ports Socratic Café. Twin Ports Socratic…
Free
Duluth is the best place in the world to watch Common Nighthawk migration. Each summer from mid-August to early September, these birds fly right over Duluth neighborhoods, traveling several thousand miles on their journey to South America. Bring the whole family and join Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory for two evenings of Nighthawk-filled fun, discovery and…
$5
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Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners play Great Lakes country music and sentimental ballads. Attendees should bring a chair or blanket. Food and refreshments are available to purchase from…
Free
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21 events,
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Presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while exploring over one mile of scenic zoo trails.
Free
Glensheen in Plein Air invites travelers to experience the beauty, history and artistic spirit of Minnesota through a collection of plein air paintings created on the grounds of Glensheen Mansion.…
-
The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
The four-day Concert in the Corn in Mason, about 100 miles southeast of Duluth, kicks off with Johnny Wad, Nick Kuka and The Rocky Mountain Regulators. Concert and campground tickets…
$69 – $249
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
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29 events,
Join planetarium staff to watch the partial lunar eclipse! The eclipse begins at 8:23 p.m. and maximum eclipse occurs at 11:12 p.m. This event is weather dependent and will be…
Free
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This is a bus trip to the MN State Fair. There is so much to do at the fair. See animals, exhibits, food, performances and more. Admission included. Participants have over 5 hours to explore the fairgrounds. Go to the International village, barns, Sky Ride, arts exhibits, eco experience, etc. Please meet at Perkins West…
$115
Glensheen head gardener Emily Ford leads this private garden tour and bouquet-making class. Take-home flowers and vases are included in the ticket price. Space is limited.
$65
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Day two out of four of Concert in the Corn includes a lineup of Scotty McCreery, Drake White, Hailey Whitters, Chuck Briseno and Aftershock. Concert and campground tickets can be purchased at concertinthecornwi.com.
$69 – $249
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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21 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Scientists and staff of the University of Minnesota Duluth's Large Lakes Observatory invite the community to board and tour the Blue Heron research vessel on the Duluth Harbor behind the…
Free
Day three out of four of Concert in the Corn features a lineup of Brantley Gilbert, Craig Morgan, Chris Kroeze, The Northwood's Band and Hay River Sisters. Concert and campground tickets can be purchased at concertinthecornwi.com.
$69 – $249
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This informative talk about salamanders is presented by Spencer Rettler, Nongame Wildlife Specialist with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Nongame Wildlife Program. Despite their small stature, salamanders are heavy lifters…
Free
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The Tribute Fest raises funds for homeless veterans by presenting two days of rock cover bands. Free tickets are available for veterans, active-duty personnel and their families. General tickets are…
$32.22
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36 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Paddle the Pads is back with another opportunity to get out on the water, fish with friends and win prizes. The event is organized by the Gitche Gumee Chapter of…
$30
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Tour three of the local farms with Whole Foods Co-op. Meet the farmers, learn about how they farm, why it matters and how local food moves from field to shelf…
$25 – $35
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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Adults & teens discover the art of relief woodcarving in this welcoming, beginner-friendly workshop with longtime carver Kevin Ewing. Learn basic carving techniques, tool safety, and how to create texture…
$50
Journey into the world of mosses on this introductory field trip discussing both the natural history and identification of this diverse and challenging group. Mosses are all around in the…
$25
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18 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
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Squish! is a relaxed, outdoor drop-in clay day. Join volunteers as they preform demos and walk through different ways to create with clay. Tickets include hands-on clay making, guidance from the instructor and all materials needed to make the projects. No experience is necessary. It is suggested to order tickets in advance at Gingerjuel.com.
$25
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
Tiger beetles are a colorful, yet overlooked group of beetles that are becoming quite popular to amateur entomologists and naturalists. The species is often found in gravel pits or open…
$25
The Clover Valley Farm Trail is a co-operative group of locally-owned, small farms located in or near Clover Valley, a farming community between Duluth and Two Harbors. The farms offer… |
16 events,
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
-
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Magical Monarch.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and…
$40
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18 events,
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked… 
Students ages 13–17 are invited to explore their creativity at the Duluth Art Institute's Lincoln Park Building during spring sessions of Teen Open Studio. Attendees can bring headphones and creative ideas; art supplies are provided, but students can also bringing their own. A $50 registration fee covers all 26 sessions, which run from 5 to… 
Head to the Cedar to play bingo and win prizes every Tuesday 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Free
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instructions to create “Glow in the Dark Fireflies.” All materials are provided and no experience is…
$40
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The classic horror film is screened. Five years after the horrible bloodbath at Camp Crystal Lake, new counselors roam the area, not sensing the ominous lurking presence that proves that…
$7.25 – $11
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18 events,
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
Wussow's Concert Cafe hosts an open mic event every Wednesday. The signup list for 15-minute performance slots is put out at 6 p.m. Performers traveling from out of town can…
Free
Big Top Chautauqua's year-round performance space hosts an open mic event on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 6 to 9 p.m. with a special guest host,…
Free
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27 events,
The Duluth Flame's annual Pride Karaoke event is like normal karaoke, but gayer. It is hosted by Dixie Diamond. Duluth Superior Pride runs Sept. 3-6. For a full list of…
Free
Glensheen in Plein Air invites travelers to experience the beauty, history and artistic spirit of Minnesota through a collection of plein air paintings created on the grounds of Glensheen Mansion.…
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Douglas County Historical Society announces the 2026 History Classic, a golf tournament and fundraiser for DCHS. There is a shotgun start starting at noon with teams having the opportunity to…
$100
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
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Construction on the Duluth Lakewalk required a temporary closure between Leif Erikson Park and Water Street. The Lakewalk and Coastal Improvements Project includes a full reconstruction of the Lakewalk between…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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20 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Duluth Flame's annual Party X features prize giveaways, a live DJ, a light show and an open dance floor. The event is part of Duluth Superior Pride weekend and…
$5
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Join the Zenith Bookstore as they invite New Your Times best-selling author, William Kent Krueger, to share his new book, God's Country. Krueger is best known for his books The…
$28
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Zenith Bookstore hosts an evening at Clyde Iron Works (upstairs) with New York Times best-selling author William Kent Krueger. He will share his brand-new book, God’s Country. Books will be…
Free
A night full of classic Duluthian musicians! Dave Dondero opens this show. Dondero’s lyrics are influenced by the angst of Black Flag, the wanderlust of Bruce Springsteen, the sentimentality of…
$11.63 – $148.19
Great Northern Classic Rodeo entertains families with action-packed fun. They raise money to donate to local clubs and charities. Some of the clubs and charities we have donated to over…
$17 – $32
The depths of the Great Lakes are calling with Coral Collective’s latest drag show, Sirens of the Great Lakes. The collective is an LGBTQIA2S+ arts organization in Duluth. This event is for ages 21 and up. Tickets are available for $10, cash only, at the door. There is an automated teller machine on site.
$10
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29 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Duluth Flame's Annual Pride drag show features ThatQueerIsa and Dixie Diamond as hosts for a fabulous night of drag.
$10 – $15
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods. 
Spend the weekend shopping handmade in the heart of Canal Park with the Duluth Studio Makers Market on the outdoor deck between Duluth Studio Market and Little Angie's. Browse unique…
Free
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This is a guided somatic meditation with mental health therapist Neil Rasmussen, MS. The 90-minute experience is intended to invite and explore a sense of calm, authentic embodiment. It will…
$15
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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This Week: brewmeisters, books, blog birthdays and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
Wildwoods will share how it helps animals in need at the Duluth Public Library, the Duluth Transit Authority challenges people across the Northland to ride the bus to and from work during their annual breakfast, Gooseberry Falls is the place to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps while hiking, local politicians will talk about what they are doing to help provide solutions to poverty in the area, immortal hosers Bob and Doug McKenzie are back up on the big screen to once again free Rosie LaRose from the evil Brewmeister Smith at the Zinema and the nerds are having a Nerd, Hot American Summer.
The Duluth Chamber of Commerce gives Vikre Distillery an opportunity to talk about their marketing strategies, Yoga North offers a six-week-long series of classes to beginners to yoga, Author Brian Freeman comes to Duluth to talk about why he sets his books here, the history of the soon-to-be-revived NorShor Theatre is discussed during the latest Zenith City on Tap event and the Scenic St. Louis River Railroad is again chugging away.
Oh, and your friendly neighborhood blog is celebrating its lucky thirteenth, too.
This Week: raptors, rockers, rhubarb and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
The United Way kicks of its 21st Day of Caring, the Brothers Burn Mountain play as part of the Chester Creek Concert Series, the latest episode of Take it with You takes place at the Underground, the Superior Public Library is the place to learn about and meet a raptor, Moors & McCumber ushers in the 2016 Bayside Concert Series, Charlie Parr and Kyle Ollah raise money for the 310 Film Project and the comic opera Les Uncomfortables opens.
The Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton and the Whos at the Duluth Playhouse, the 12th annual Chum Rhubarb Festival is the place for rhubarb burritos, the Far West Fest 2016 turns Gary-New Duluth into party central, the Park Point Art Fair returns with art and music and food, Duluth Celebrity Game Night goes down at the Underground and Andrew Kirov tapes the pilot episodes of his talk show Twin Ports Tonight.
This Week: worms, wildflowers, whippersnappers and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
There’s a public meeting on the Can of Worms reconstruction plans, people can learn how to use a hand plane at Duluth MakerSpace, the folks behind the upcoming WDSE documentary Lost Superior are looking for stories, the Trans+ support group is holding its biweekly meeting on Tuesday, Teague Alexy plays the first show of the 34th Chester Creek Concert Series and it’s again time for the monthly Minecraft event at the Duluth Public Library.
Wednesday is “no kids allowed” night at World of Wheels Skate Center in Superior, the Duluth Art Institute is saying “thank you” to its members via the annual Art Night Out, Bagley Nature Center is the place to be if you like hiking and/or wildflowers, and it’s Grandma’s Marathon Weekend — which is a great time to get your young whippersnapper involved in racing, or to see a bunch of local and national music acts.
This Week: baseball, breastfeeding, Blitzen Trapper and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
Painter Moira Villard’s work gets a show and an opening reception at the Zeitgeist Arts Building, the Duluth Huskies baseball club faces off against St. Cloud at Wade Stadium, La Leche League International holds its monthly evening discussion about breastfeeding, Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and City Councilor Em Westerlund invite the public to a community listening session, Pete Fest 2016 kicks off five nights of music with an open mic and roast and Blitzen Trapper returns to Duluth with a show at the Red Herring.
The Tweed Museum of Art holds a grand reopening celebration, the fifth-annual Bash for Boobies softball tournament takes place, a film in which Colin Farrell tries to avoid becoming a crustacean opens at the Zinema, guitarist Darin Bergsven performs, the Red Herring Lounge celebrates two years in operation with two nights stuffed full of music, people are encouraged to Take a Kid Fishing this weekend and Big Top Chautauqua celebrates 30 years of existence.
This Week: fishing, farmers, funny business and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
It’s Memorial Day, and the annual West Duluth parade is happening (as is the Gary-New Duluth Veterans’ Memorial Ceremony), James Taylor comes to town on Wednesday to do his chilled-out thing, the five-day Duluth-Superior Film Festival gets underway, former Minneapolis mayor R.T. Rybak stops at Fitger’s to discuss and sign his new book, the play Annapurna opens at the Duluth Playhouse and Neil Young tribute act Tired Eyes is out there jamming the classics.
The 18th annual Arrowhead Arts Awards take place in Grand Marais, Renegade Improv is the place for on-the-spot laffs, local anglers are raising money for ALS, the Duluth and Barker’s Island farmer’s markets are in full effect, Animal Allies holds its Walk for Animals 2016 event and the Underground is the place for Music for All.
This Week: Dylan, Dylan, Dylan and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
It’s Dylan Fest all week long, and there is no shortage of daily Bob-centric stuff to see and hear. There’s an art opening at Red Mug Coffeehouse in Superior, a new volume of the Duluth Does Dylan series of albums is released during a big ole blowout concert and the Blood on the Tracks express is again ready to rock and roll. And that’s just a few of the things that are going down.
In other, non-Dylan news, people can attend an open house on Superior Street reconstruction plans, Zenith City Cabaret is back in action with its monthly show, the Maxi Childs Trio is out there doing its jazzy-pop thing, comedy titan Louie Anderson stops in town to dispense some hilarity, the public is invited to tour a UMD research vessel, Club Saratoga is the place for Saturday jazz and polka juggernaut Chmielewski Funtime Band swings by Cloquet to school fools in how it’s done.