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Jul 2024
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…
Find out more »Aug 2024
Operation K-9 2024
The 10th annual Operation K-9 highlights the work of K-9s from five area law-enforcement agencies. K-9 teams from the Duluth, Hermantown and Superior police departments and the St. Louis County and Douglas County sheriff’s offices will join forces, demonstrating their abilities. The event will be held on the track behind Wessman Arena. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.; K-9 demonstrations are from 5 to 7:30. There will also be law-enforcement vehicles and equipment to tour, plus other family-friendly activities. Donations are…
Find out more »Brew Love North
An event to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest. Unlimited samples from more than 17 craft-beverage producers, complimentary appetizers, a silent auction, live music and games. Attendees take home a commemorative tasting glass.
Find out more »Field of Dreams Charity Softball Game
The 15th-annual Northern Lights Foundation charity softball game between the Duluth Fire Department and the Duluth Police Department to raise money for local families with children facing life-threatening illnesses. Military members, first responders and children of all ages can attend for free. Attendees can enjoy police and fire displays, food, raffles and more. Doors open at 5 p.m.
Find out more »Clash at the Fair
Midwest All-Star Wrestling is returning to the Head of the Lakes Fair for the Clash at the Fair. The event will be held in the Curling Club and include matches for families and kids of all ages to enjoy. Featuring NWA World Champion EC3 defending his title, the show will include guest appearances by former Olympian and IC Champion Ken Patera and the Brooklyn Brawler. Proceeds will benefit Head of the Lakes United Way and their work to improve the…
Find out more »Hortus Garden Club Plant Sale
Hortus Garden Club, the largest of the Duluth Garden Flower Society's plots, holds its annual plant sale. Attendees can purchase plants cheap from members' gardens or from the garden plot itself. Event is at the garden plot at 46th Ave. W. and West 8th St. at Medina. Cash preferred.
Find out more »Bloody Bash: Bloody Mary and Beer Snit Competition
The third 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 bars, restaurants and breweries compete for three awards chosen by attendees: best-tasting bloody Mary, best-presented bloody Mary, and the best beer snit/chaser. The Northwood's Band takes the stage in the sand from noon to 4 p.m.
Find out more »Duluth Hot Ones
This flavorful evening consists of hot-sauce sampling, games like Spicy Trivia and Hot Sauce Roulette, giveaways and a live “Hot Ones” session with Mayor Roger Reinert. By registering, attendees agree to pay the $10 entry fee at the event or donate five nonperishable goods. $10 will be refunded upon donation on the day of the event. All proceeds benefit Second Harvest Northland.
Find out more »North Shore Bike Ride
The Gitchi-Gami Trail Association presents its 24th annual North Shore Bike Ride, a celebration of the Gitchi-Gami State Trail. Fully supported rides in several length options are available (8, 28, 34 or 55 miles). Kids registrations are free with a paid adult and t-shirts are free. Online registration is open and is $35 for members or $45 for non-members before August 1st, prices go up $5 after that, and day of registration is available. All rides begin and end at…
Find out more »Dog Day Fundraiser
It's time for the Dog Days of summer. This event will raise money for Animal Allies. There will be local vendors, live music, food and drink specials and activities for your pooch. Animal Allies will also have a free microchip clinic so bring your "best friend". All dogs and cats need to be on a leash or in a carrier. Limit 2 animals per family. Breeders will be charged. Plan to be outside, rain or shine.
Find out more »Grit & Gratitude 2024
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 in Two Harbors is the location of the start and finish. There is a 50-mile gravel course and a 25-mile paved course. The gravel and paved routes are the same for the first few miles. The gravel 50-mile riders turn onto a route following Jeremy Kershaw’s gravel muse, and the…
Find out more »100-Plus Years of Caring Party
Aftenro Senior Home celebrates their belated 103-year anniversary. This event is open to the community and will feature live music, food, family-friendly games and a silent auction and raffle. 510 W. College St. Duluth.
Find out more »Tails from the Trail: A Fundraiser for Emily Ford’s Iditarod Sled Dog Race
Join Emily Ford for an evening to raise funds for her upcoming season of training for the 2025 Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Donations in any amount will be accepted. Cash, Venmo, PayPal and Zelle will be accepted. Northern Waters Smokehaus, Love Creamery ice cream and non-alcoholic drinks are available for all who donate. 100% of proceeds will support Emily's Iditarod training and race participation. Online donations are also accepted. Participants can come anytime. Emily and Anna will be available to…
Find out more »Stuff the Bus Lake County
Presented by Head of the Lakes United Way. An afternoon of family fun and a chance to support local students. All school supplies collected will be delivered to the Lake Superior School District. Available: drinks from Castle Danger, food from The Rainy Rose and Oasis Del Norte food trucks and music by Teague Alexy.
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