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Jul 2021
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until Aug 26, 2021
Earth Rider Beer Garden at Great Lakes Aquarium
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until Aug 26, 2021
Every week until the end of the summer: al fresco food and beverages on the Duluth harbor (featuring $5 Earth Rider Brewery beers, wine and local non-alcoholic options), weekly performances by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra and a rotating selection of food trucks and other local vendors. To find the most up-to-date info, visit the Facebook event page.
Find out more »Spirit of the Lake Community School Open House
Spirit of the Lake Community School hosts an open house complete with live music, goats from Duluth Goat Yoga, Duluth Kombucha, outdoor activities, and a chance to get a taste of what Waldorf-inspired education has to offer. Their middle schoolers were recently highlighted in the Duluth News Tribune for their work in launching their handmade boat. Spirit of the Lake Community School's goal is to develop the whole child: the physical, social, emotional and creative skills support later success in…
Find out more »Backyard Bash
In addition to the zoo animals: live music, yard games, raffles, free walking s'mores, food trucks, local brews and more. Proceeds go to animal care.
Find out more »Aug 2021
Duluth Police Department Community Engagement Events
Three separate events: National Night Out, Operation K-9 and Kids, Cops and Cars. National Night Out (Tuesday, August 3 from 5–9 p.m.) is an event that helps enhance relationships between law enforcement and the neighborhoods they serve. Duluth Police Department officers will be participating in neighborhood block parties throughout the city. Operation K-9 (Thursday, August 12 from 4–7:30 p.m. at UWS Field) will feature K-9 demonstrations, law enforcement vehicles on display and an opportunity to meet the dogs of the…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 10, 2021
Whoopsa Daisy Farm
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 10, 2021
Visit the animals, play in the sandbox and corn pit, play yard games, walk through Dino Land, go on a scavenger hunt, take a wagon ride and create some arts and crafts. Tickets available at the door. Open Fridays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Find out more »Monarch Waystation Garden Tour
A self-guided tour of seven Duluth-certified monarch waystations, featuring gardens with a mix of milkweed and pollinator plants that provide the habitat needed for monarch butterflies and other pollinators to propagate and reach maturity. Sponsor Duluth Monarch Buddies is a Duluth nonprofit collaborating with community members and organizations to restore monarch habitats and educate people about the ecology of monarchs and other pollinators. To get started on the tour, go to the First United Methodist Church (Coppertop) parking lot on…
Find out more »Kids, Cops and Cars 2021
The Duluth Police Department hosts its eighth annual Kids, Cars and Cops event, showcasing multiple law enforcement and first-responder vehicles that are ready to be explored and played in. There will be K-9 demonstrations, a tug-of-war, free food and other activities to participate in.
Find out more »Sep 2021
Birding at Hawk Ridge
Spend the morning during peak migration and learn some birdwatching techniques. Experience one of the most notable raptor migrations in North America. Register by 6 p.m. on September 13. Provided: instruction, binoculars and transportation. Attendees should bring clothes for the weather, snacks and water. Meet at the tennis courts outside SpHC.
Find out more »Hawk Weekend Festival
The annual festival held by the Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth. There will be a variety of field trips, hikes, programs and activities for all ages over three days. Full slate of events here.
Find out more »Oct 2021
Big Bad Apple Bash 2021
Community apple-pressing, hot cider, cidery tours, food trucks, a costume contest for dogs and live music from the Randy Lee Jazz Trio, Black River Revue, Woodblind and more.
Find out more »Fall Friends Fest at Wild State Cider
Yoga, live music, a pop-up dog park, a cutest dog contest, tie-dye, food trucks, ice cream, cider donuts, s'mores and Wild State's biggest cider sale of the year. All ages welcome, human or animal. Music by: Fearless Moral Inventory 12-2 p.m. Danny Frank 2:30-4:30 p.m. Adam Herman and Friends 5-7:30 p.m. The Brothers Burn Mountain 8-10 p.m.
Find out more »2021 Elks Lodge #403 Halloween Drive-In Movie
The film: The Addams Family (2019). World of Wheels will be selling snacks during the show. Spaces are limited and it will be first come, first serve for parking spots. Listen from the comfort of your car through the radio. Also: meet the Superior Police Department K9 unit. The parking lot will not open until 6:30 p.m. Enter from the Banks Avenue entrance.
Find out more »Nov 2021
Pups and Packs
Event-only specials, giveaways and dog-adoption opportunities.
Find out more »Dec 2021
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 31, 2021
Larger Than Life Lights
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 31, 2021
Lake Superior Zoo presents an all-new after-hours event featuring six giant animal inflatables and an assortment of holiday-themed lights. Attendees will also get to see animals like ring-tailed lemurs, black crested mangabey monkeys, sloth and more. The Tiger’s Paw Gift Shop will be stocked with gifts like light-up gloves, exclusive Zoo hats, local and sustainable items and more. The event runs Nov. 26-28 and Dec. 2-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23, 26, 30 and 31. Admission is $5 for zoo members, $10…
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