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Jun 2021
Master Gardener’s Plant Sale
The Master Gardeners hold their annual plant sale at Fairlawn Mansion. Proceeds from the event benefit the beautification of the gardens at Fairlawn Mansion.
Find out more »Friends of the Duluth Public Library Book Sale
A selection of fiction, nonfiction and childrens' books. All proceeds from the sale go to support the Duluth Public Library to help them purchase resources and offer free events to the community.
Find out more »Lake Superior Rib Fest 2021
Taste many different flavors of ribs while listening to Lamont Cranston and G.B. Leighton. Rib flavors include Original, Buffalo Ranch, Sweet Porketta, Jamaican Jerk, California Garlic, Habanero Mango and more. Samples are $2.50 each, with beers starting at $5. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Bluebird Foundation, a nonprofit that provides scholarships to area youth in the fields of music, theater and dance.
Find out more »Chum Rhubarb Festival 2021
Rhubarb is back! CHUM's 16th annual Rhubarb Festival returns with both in-person and online events. The week-long celebration takes place from June 20-26. During rhubarb week, several local community partners will offer special rhubarb-themed meals and treats, including At Sara’s Table, Sir Benedict’s Tavern, Love Creamery and more. The main event is a community carnival at First United Methodist Church on June 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Social distancing and all Minnesota Health Department protocols will be observed.…
Find out more »Jul 2021
Sidewalk Shuffle 5K 2021
The Duluth YMCA and the Greater Downtown Council kick off Downtown Sidewalk Days with the 13th annual Sidewalk Shuffle 5K walk and run to raise money for scholarships. The course starts and ends at Endion Station and follows the Lakewalk. The Shuffle is an out and back course heading north toward Leif Erikson Park. The turnaround point is past the park and almost to the water treatment station. Once turned around, shufflers head back to the finish line at Endion…
Find out more »Walk for Animals 2021
The 28th annual Animal Allies Humane Society Walk for Animals helps raise money for homeless pets. The event takes place at Leif Erikson Park and along the Duluth Lakewalk. Pet-lovers interested in participating should register by going to animalallies.net and clicking on the Walk for Animals link. The walk is a vital fundraiser for Animal Allies and participants are encouraged to gather donations to help save the lives of pets. This year’s walk features the Rambler food truck, Crank &…
Find out more »5K Run/Walk for Mental Health
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education's 5K Run/Walks takes place in communities across the country, with proceeds benefiting educational programs to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, reduce stigma and serve as a resource for those touched by suicide. To learn more and register for the 5k visit donordrive.com.
Find out more »Socks for Survivors Golf Scramble 2021
The ninth annual Socks for Survivors Golf Scramble benefits the Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse. The event includes live music by Kelsey Miles. The cost is $90 per person; $100 after July 19. There will be door prizes, two 50/50 raffles and a hole-in-one prize opportunity. CASDA provides supportive services to individuals hurt by domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse while advocating for a community effort to end violence.
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Day Out with Thomas 2021
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Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Percy are available for 25-minute train rides when the Steam Team Tour hits Duluth July 30 to Aug. 1 and Aug. 6-8. Sessions begin every hour from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and include interactive stories and photo opportunities. Attendees can meet and greet with Sir Topham Hatt, controller of the railway. It's an opportunity for kids to take a ride with their favorite tank engine, have fun in the Imagination Station, explore…
Find out more »Aug 2021
Honey Bee Festival 2021
The nonprofit Oldenburg Arts and Cultural Community presents the return of the Honey Bee Festival a two-day event featuring live music along with information and pollinator-friendly activities. Festivities start on Friday, Aug. 6, at 3 p.m. with a pronouncement from the mayor of Carlton and the Carlton City Council stating the city of Carlton has become a pollinator-friendly town as outlined by the Pollinate Minnesota organization. In addition to the music and pollinator activities, there will be "Swarm Bikers," plein-air…
Find out more »Superior Porchfest 2021
Superior Porchfest is a free, family-friendly music and art festival that takes place on the third Saturday of August in Superior’s Central Park neighborhood. This grassroots music event is a community gathering inviting every patron, neighbor, porch host, musician, artist and organizer to come together to unify the city by the lake through music and art.
Find out more »The Tribute Fest 2021
The Tribute Fest raises funds for homeless veterans by presenting three days of rock cover bands. Free tickets are available for veterans, active-duty personnel and their families. Aug. 26 Schedule 4 p.m. - Church of Cash (tribute to Johnny Cash) 6 p.m. - Xpedition (tribute to Journey, Kansas, Foreigner & Styx) 8 p.m. - Devil's Rejects (Tribute to Rob Zombie)
Find out more »The Tribute Fest 2021
The Tribute Fest raises funds for homeless veterans by presenting three days of rock cover bands. Free tickets are available for veterans, active-duty personnel and their families. Aug. 27 Schedule 2 p.m. - Dixon Bandits (tribute to the Allman Brothers) 3:30 p.m. - Madd Co. (tribute to Bad Company) 5 p.m. - Chain Lightning (tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd) 7 p.m. - Noise Pollution (tribute to AC/DC) 9 p.m. - One (tribute to Metallica)
Find out more »The Tribute Fest 2021
The Tribute Fest raises funds for homeless veterans by presenting three days of rock cover bands. Free tickets are available for veterans, active-duty personnel and their families. Aug. 28 Schedule 11 a.m. - to be determined 1 p.m. - Tumblin' Dice (tribute to the Rolling Stones) 3 p.m. - Strictly Alice (tribute to Alice Cooper) 5 p.m. - Without U2 (tribute to U2) 7 p.m. - Matt Vee (tribute to Neil Diamond) 9 p.m. - Chase & Ovation (tribute to…
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