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Grit&Gratitude
Grit&Gratitude is a bike ride, with both pavement and gravel options, to celebrate community and raise money for pediatric cancer. A silent auction will accompany the event. Route options: 20-mile paved ($25 registration) 50-mile paved ($50 registration) 50-mile gravel ($50 registration) Start: Spokengear in Two Harbors. Routes: Road riders will head down Scenic Highway 61 and gravel riders will follow Jeremy Kershaw gravel muse. For more information, registration and to sponsor a rider, visit gritandgratitude2019.myevent.com.
Find out more »Airlifter Brass Quintet Concert
The Airlifter Brass Quintet of the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America performs on the Gary New Duluth Performance Pavilion. Concessions will be available serving hotdogs, ice-cream and more.
Find out more »Include Me Outdoors!
A workshop for environmental and outdoor educators, featuring personal voices to help make outdoor lessons more physically inclusive. Hear from a panel of individuals with first-hand experience living with disabilities (facilitated by Eric Larson from Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute) and engage in developing strategies for supporting individuals with physical disabilities in outdoor education. Dinner and refreshments included.
Find out more »Grand Slam Festival at the Wade
Wade Stadium's third annual Grand Slam Festival fundraiser features food, games, classic cars and prizes, plus a donut-walk, best-dressed dog contest, climbing wall, dunk tank, silent auction, music by Todd Eckart and more. Proceeds support The Salvation Army's food and housing programs.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:30pm on Tuesday, repeating until Sep 24, 2019
Community Paddle
An event every week that begins at 6:30pm on Tuesday, repeating until Sep 24, 2019
Give dragon-boat paddling a try for free. No previous experience necessary. Attendees are advised to bring water.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Wednesday, repeating until Aug 28, 2019
Wine Wednesdays
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Wednesday, repeating until Aug 28, 2019
Drink wines each week while learning a thing or two about wine culture and the winemaking process, all while on Glensheen's lakeside estate. Take a tour of the mansion, explore the grounds and wander the gardens with wine in hand. The wine workshop runs from 7:30 to 8 p.m.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Thursday, repeating until Aug 29, 2019
River Rovers Nature Play Group
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Thursday, repeating until Aug 29, 2019
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve offers the River Rovers Nature Playgroup for children ages 3-7 starting Thursday, June 20 and running every Thursday through August 29. Parents or guardians should be in attendance with their children for the duration of the program. No registration is necessary. Attendance is free and snacks are provided. Nature activities, crafts, games and stories will be conducted by Lake Superior NERR staff. For more information on River Rovers Nature Play Group, contact Lake…
Find out more »Downtown Duluth Arts Walk
The Downtown Duluth Arts Collective presents this night of art and entertainment, featuring Downtown Duluth art galleries, eateries, bars and performance venues. The Downtown Arts Walk is a multi-location, walkable, year-round event held on the final Friday of each month. The event runs from 5 to 9 p.m., but it does not begin at a specific location, and while some venues are open from 5 to 9, various venues are open at different times. Posters and flags bearing the logo…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Saturday, repeating until Sep 28, 2019
Lincoln Park Craft District Walking Tour
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Saturday, repeating until Sep 28, 2019
Learn about the neighborhood’s history and its future while exploring businesses that embody the essence of “locally-made.” Visit OMC Smokehouse, Duluth Pottery, Love Creamery, Frost River, and Bent Paddle Brewing Company. Your Craft District Experience Includes: • Engaging interpretive tour with expert guides • Behind-the-scenes tours with local artisans • Well-researched tour content on Lincoln Park's past, present and future • Food and beverage samples at OMC Smokehouse, Love Creamery and Bent Paddle Brewing • Lots of photo opportunities Please…
Find out more »Radio Waves Music Festival 2019
The 12th annual Radio Waves Music Festival in Grand Marais features 25 musical acts from the region performing at Sweetheart's Bluff at the west end of the Grand Marais Recreation Area over three days, Sept. 6-8. The weekend will feature performances by the Carpenter Ants, Pushing Chain, Joshua J. Schmidt Band, Woodblind, Yellow Bellied Sapsuckers, Cherry Dirt, Lake Effect and the students and teachers of the Grand Marais Music Collaborative. Friday Schedule 4 p.m. - North Shore Community Swing Band…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:30pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 19, 2019
Harvest Dinner Cruise
An event every week that begins at 5:30pm on Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 19, 2019
This two-hour dinner cruise features music and narrated highlights of the harbor. Passengers will take in views of Duluth’s skyline and harbor activity. The fall-themed dinner by Bellisio's Catering includes polenta-encrusted pork loin with cranberry mostarda served with garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and mixed baby greens with balsamic vinaigrette and dinner rolls.
Find out more »Minnesota Mile 2019
The 13th annual Minnesota Mile road race will be run on Skyline Parkway, starting near Enger Park Golf Course. Participants will proceed east on Skyline Parkway around Enger Park. They will then run by Twin Ponds and make their way back to the finish along Hank Jensen Drive. All pre-race and post race activities will take place at Enger Park Golf Course. In addition to the elite race, the event includes a youth and recreational race. Early registration entry fee…
Find out more »One event on Aug 10, 2019 at 9:00am
One event on Aug 24, 2019 at 9:00am
One event on Sep 7, 2019 at 9:00am
Split Rock Lighthouse Kayak Adventure
One event on Aug 10, 2019 at 9:00am
One event on Aug 24, 2019 at 9:00am
One event on Sep 7, 2019 at 9:00am
This all-inclusive adventure is designed for all skill levels. Knowledgeable and friendly guides will provide instruction on paddling techniques and water safety while guiding guests on an epic paddle to Lake Superior's historic Split Rock Lighthouse. This adventure will give guests a chance to explore Lake Superior's rugged coastline with experienced guides who share their passion for the outdoors. Note: No previous kayak experience is necessary. The Split Rock Lighthouse Kayak Adventure includes: • Transportation to/from the water in a…
Find out more »Radio Waves Music Festival 2019
The 12th annual Radio Waves Music Festival in Grand Marais features 25 musical acts from the region performing at Sweetheart's Bluff at the west end of the Grand Marais Recreation Area over three days, Sept. 6-8. Saturday Schedule 10 a.m. - Curry Family Band 10:50 a.m. - Upjumped Trouble 11:40 a.m. - SVEA 12:30 p.m. - Sky Blue 1:30 p.m. - Common Ground 2:40 p.m. - Sam Miltich and Briand Morrison 3:40 p.m. - Yellow Bellied Sapsuckers 4:40 p.m. -…
Find out more »Lake Superior Harvest Festival 2019
Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association's 26th Harvest Festival features one of the largest farmers markets in the region, live music, food, artisan wares, family activities and informational exhibits. The festival will continue rain or shine.
Find out more »Radio Waves Music Festival 2019
The 12th annual Radio Waves Music Festival in Grand Marais features 25 musical acts from the region performing at Sweetheart's Bluff at the west end of the Grand Marais Recreation Area over three days, Sept. 6-8. Sunday Schedule 10 a.m. - Gospel Show with the Carpenter Ants 11:30 a.m. - Lake Effect 12:20 p.m. - Joe Paulik Band 1:20 p.m. - Fred Anderson 2:10 p.m. - Grand Marais Music Collaborative 3:20 p.m. - Cherry Dirt 4:20 p.m. - Woodblind Radio…
Find out more »Poetry Reading: Phil Fitzpatrick
Phil Fitzpatrick will read from his new collection, Hawks on High: Everyday Miracles in a Hawk Ridge Season, a book of poems about the annual fall migration of raptors above Duluth’s renowned Hawk Ridge. Published by Savage Press of Brule and illustrated by Duluth artist Penny Perry, Fitzpatrick’s book offers an intimate glimpse of the ritual of migration when raptors of all kinds — hawks, eagles, falcons, kestrels, vultures, even crows and ravens — stream down from the north along…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 9:30am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 6, 2019
Coffee and Colors Aboard the Vista Fleet
An event every week that begins at 9:30am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 6, 2019
Explore the St Louis River system and surrounding fall foliage on this Vista Fleet cruise. Learn about the harbor, Duluth's history, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, and view unique and historic bridges. Complimentary coffee and breakfast pastries will be available. This tour will not go onto the lake under the Aerial Lift Bridge.
Find out more »Indigenous Foods Expo
Duluth's first Indigenous Foods Expo will be an opportunity to learn about, engage with and taste test the region's first foods/indigenous foods. The event will feature healthy and indigenous food producers/farmers, art and organizational vendors, food processing and cooking demos in the park, family-friendly cultural art activities, music performances, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, games and more. This will be a zero-waste event.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 12:30pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 6, 2019
Lunch and Leaves featuring Corktown Deli
An event every week that begins at 12:30pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 6, 2019
Explore the St Louis River system and surrounding fall foliage on this Vista Fleet cruise while enjoying lunch from Corktown Deli. Passengers can dine on a lunch box featuring a choice of Corktown Club (smoked turkey, bacon, white cheddar, tomato, dressing greens, seasonal berry mayo on sourdough), Butcher on Rye (house-made pastrami, Swiss and house mustard on rye) or Veggie Delight (cucumbers, brined onions, dressed greens, roasted mushrooms, marinated tomato, and Italian cream cheese on sourdough). During the tour, passengers…
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