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Dec 2023
The Bentley Helicopter Tours
Passengers can enjoy a 15-mile flight over the holiday lights of Bentleyville and get a view of Enger Tower and the Aerial Lift Bridge.
Find out more »Winter Trails Season Kickoff Celebration
Join The Hartley Nature Center in celebrating the start of the winter hiking and biking season! This celebratory event features multiple activities including fat tire bike demos, group rides, grooming demonstrations with snow dogs, prize drawings, trail informational talks and mobile tent saunas provided by North Shore Sauna. Come check out all the festivities and enjoy a delicious, warm meal from Johnny B’s Food truck. Rides will be happening at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. A…
Find out more »Winter Holiday Market
The Winter market is back again this year at Thirsty Pagan! There will be lots of local artisans selling their hand crafted goods as well as hot drinks, fire pits, live music and of course, delicious food!
Find out more »DIY Cornhole Workshop
Looking for some backyard fun for the whole family? Board and Brush's Cornhole workshop is the perfect activity to do with friends and family. There are a variety of cornhole set designs to choose from and all the materials are provided. You will be instructed step-by-step to create a beautiful set for yourself or for a gift. Pre-registration is required and can be done here.
Find out more »Backyard Games Workshop
Looking for a unique, hand-made holiday gift for the whole family to enjoy? Board and Brush has several wooden backyard games to choose from including wooden dice, dominoes and more for you to create. Pre-registration is required and can be done here.
Find out more »An event every 2 weeks that begins at 6:00 pm on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Open Kubb
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 6:00 pm on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Members of Lake Superior Kubb are hanging out at the Earth Rider Fest Grounds every other Thursday in order to bring to the masses a better understanding of the game kubb. Beginners are welcome as are team grudge matches. The Cedar Lounge will have a sign up each night, and winners will receive free beer and pizza. Sometimes, free beer will happen just for those giving kubb a try.
Find out more »Marshall Holiday Ski Camp
The Marshall Holiday Ski Camp is for children ages 5-12 and runs Dec. 27-29 with sessions held at the Spirit Mountain Nordic Center from 1 to 4 p.m. each day. The camp fee is $100 per child for three afternoons of learning and fun. Instruction is provided by the members of Marshall Nordic Ski Team and Alumni. The camp is supervised by the Marshall Nordic Ski Team coaching staff. Rental equipment, sledding, bonfires with marshmallows, crafts, hot chocolate and snacks…
Find out more »Feb 2024
American Birkebeiner 2024
The 50th annual North American Birkebeiner is the largest cross-country ski marathon in North America, covering 50 kilometers from Cable to Hayward. The first wave of skiers departs at 8:15 a.m.
Find out more »May 2024
Minnesota Fishing Opener 2024
Lunkers and leeches abound on this high holy day for Minnesotans. Minnesota fishing season for walleye, bass, northern pike and lake trout opens each year on the Saturday two weeks prior to the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend.
Find out more »Jun 2024
Whipper Snapper Races for Kids
The Whipper Snapper kids' races are held each year in Duluth’s Bayfront Festival Park on Grandma’s Marathon weekend. These races are free and open to children age 14 and under. All participants receive a ribbon at the completion of the race. The free short-distance races are a way to introduce kids to running or keep the fire burning bright for future marathon finishers. Age Groups and Distances 4 and under — 1/8 Mile 5-6 — 1/8 mile 7-8 — 1/4…
Find out more »William A. Irvin 5K 2024
The 30th annual William A. Irvin 5K kicks off a weekend of running events and festivities surrounding Grandma’s Marathon. The 3.1-mile course starts and finishes near the William A. Irvin ore boat located next to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The course passes some of Duluth’s most iconic landmarks, including Bayfront Festival Park, Sister Cities Park, Gichi-ode' Akiing Park, the Lake Superior Maritime Museum, the Aerial Lift Bridge and the William A. Irvin ore boat museum. The participation fee for…
Find out more »Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon 2024
The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race held in conjunction with Grandma's Marathon. With rolling hills and a net downhill elevation, the racecourse starts north of Duluth and runs along Scenic Highway 61, hugging the shores of Lake Superior before taking participants through the heart of Downtown Duluth and finishing in historic Canal Park. The participation fee is $140. Registration is at raceroster.com.
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