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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating until Aug 31, 2024
Saturdays at the Farm
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating until Aug 31, 2024
Explore the Eco3 Urban Farm, learn about their food systems and programming and enjoy hands-on family activities. The farm recommends that visitors bring closed-toed shoes, sun and rain protection, water and snacks.
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Paint with Me Livestream
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, repeating indefinitely
Featuring David and Kristen Austin, their four-year-old Hugo and other local artists every Saturday morning. Streaming live on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok. Explore new abstract and modern art techniques in a family-friendly atmosphere, with viewers watching and asking questions live from around the world. Use new media and tools to create paintings and art together.
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Food and beverage specials, family-friendly races (gunny sack, egg-and-spoon, water-balloon toss), marshmallows, a campfire, live music from 1-3 p.m. from The Brothers Burn Mountain, $5 chairlift rides and more.
Find out more »Out and Active: Donkey Hike on Amity Creek Trail
Participants can take turns leading donkeys while learning facts about them and the Amity Creek trail. Out and Active is a monthly group for outdoor adventures for LGBTQ+ individuals and families. These all-ages, beginner-level outings meet once a month in or around Duluth for a range of activities including hiking, donkey walks, paddling, climbing, dogsledding and more. These activities are free to attend, but have a suggested donation of $10-15. A Google Maps link to the trail can be found…
Find out more »Zinema Summer Film Series: The Goonies
A group of young misfits called "The Goonies" discover an ancient map and set out on an adventure to find a legendary pirate's long-lost treasure.
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Family Yoga Flow
An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Sunday, repeating until Aug 25, 2024
A family-friendly yoga practice on Lake Superior in front of the Endion Station Inn. This class is a weekly one-hour breath-to-movement practice with options to modify poses for a higher or lower intensity. Children, elders and yogis of all abilities are welcome.
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Congdon Mansion District Walking Tour
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Sunday, repeating until Oct 13, 2024
Stroll through the historic Congdon neighborhood of Duluth and learn about the rich history and architecture of the area. The tour begins on the grounds of the Salyards Mansion, 2617 E. Third St. From there the tour weaves through the neighborhood exploring homes, hearing stories about the people who once lived in those homes and were instrumental in building Duluth. Get an inside look into three of the homes and enjoy a snack, coffee and tea provided at each location.…
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Ecstatic Dance Duluth
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Ecstatic dance is free-form movement inspired by music. The Ecstatic Dance Duluth group holds dances on the second Friday and last Sunday of each month. The focus is on exercise without a nightclub vibe. Each dance is a different 75- to 90-minute eclectic playlist in a “wave form.” Depending on the dance, a range of various styles of music are woven together into an hour-plus long playlist including anything from world, reggae, jazz, blues, rock, folk, Latin, tribal, club, house,…
Find out more »Northshore Philharmonic Concert
The Northshore Philharmonic is dedicated to providing accessible and high-quality music to the Northland. Duluth native Jonas Benson will play solo viola on the orchestral suite by Berlioz, "Harold in Italy." Also featuring Madeline Miller on English horn in Sibilius' dreamy "Swan of Tuonela" tone poem for orchestra. "Romeo and Juliet" overture-fantasia by Tchaikovsky rounds out the program. Conductors J. David Arnott and Tracey Gibbens lead this regional orchestra in its 14th summer season. Reception follows.
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Duluth Plant Swap
An event every month that begins at 6:00 pm on day Last of the month, repeating indefinitely
Wild State is hosting a plant swap. Find houseplants, gemstones, ciders and more at the event. Bringing a plant to swap isn’t required — attendees can come to buy a plant or bring handmade plant-related items to sell or swap. Plants brought to swap must be healthy, pest free, have visible nodes, be properly labeled and have their prices listed.
Find out more »Freshwater Discovery Day
The scientists of LLO are hosting a day-long event for the community to experience the world of freshwater research. From quantifying microplastics to spearheading the field of winter limnology, the science being conducted at LLO underpins a new era of water stewardship. The event will kick off with a morning interpretive cruise followed by an afternoon of demonstrations, presentations and films. Lunch and dinner are provided with purchase of a ticket. Grab your tickets at tickets.umn.edu.
Find out more »Zoo La Palooza 2024
The Lake Superior Zoo hosts a summer evening for strolling the grounds or hopping aboard the train for a tour. Attendees can feed bears, otters and barnyard friends. And learn fun facts from animal keepers. There is a pop-up disc golf course, climbing wall, and bubble dance party for the kids (and kids-at-heart). Food is available from various food trucks, or the Safari café. Patrons can also grab a brew from the beer garden. Admission is $10 for adults, $5…
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River Rovers Nature Playgroup
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Wednesday, repeating until Aug 14, 2024
This free nature playgroup is for children ages 3-7, with a different theme each Wednesday. Expect caring educators, story time, snacks, outdoor activities and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/trusted adult for the duration of their involvement.
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Spirit Valley Days 2024
Spirit Valley Days is an annual three-day extravaganza celebrating the neighborhood of West Duluth. Thursday's events include the Miss West Duluth pageant1 and the Spirit Valley Days Parade at 6 p.m. Friday's events include a pancake breakfast and the Spirit Valley Days Car Show.
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