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Jun 2026
Summer Reads for 2026 with MPR News’ Emily Bright
MPR News host Emily Bright discusses the top 2026 Summer Reads with regional bookstore owners in an event that brings together book club members and avid readers to discover top titles across genres, hear insider recommendations on what to read next and connect with other book lovers. Bookstores Represented Zenith Bookstore Amazing Alanzo Bookstore Foxes and Fireflies Registration is available at mprevents.org.
Find out more »Glitteratti
Glitteratti consists of songwriter Marc Gartman on guitar, Dave Carroll on electric guitar, Tim Saxhaug on bass, and Kyle Keegan on drums. The group formed in Duluth in 2013. Tickets are available at eventbrite.com.
Find out more »Park Point Rummage Sale 2026
The Park Point Rummage Sale is a four-mile long event on Minnesota Avenue in Duluth's Park Point neighborhood. It runs June 12-13. Approximately 125 properties simultaneously hold sales Shoppers should plan ahead for potential traffic delays and remember to bring a tote bag, backpack or a wagon to transport purchased items. All sales are on private property. There is no public area for selling.
Find out more »Duluth-stämman 2026
The fourth annual Duluth-stämman: Folk Music & Dance Festival will offer dances, workshops, jam circles, performances, youth workshops and activities and a unique experience that is inclusive to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Admission is free for any youth who participate in a music or dance workshop. This year’s musical performers will include many Nordic musicians from around North America and two special guests from Denmark. Tickets and the schedule are available at nordiccenterduluth.org.
Find out more »Adventure Book Club: Tree Trek
Author Stephanie Mirocha talks about her book Tree Trek: A Daughter's Walk Through Grief during this outdoor event. In Tree Trek, Mirocha weaves together accessible tree identification with her deeply personal journey through grief, revealing how the natural world can serve as both companion and guide toward healing. The discussion takes place at Fairmount Park next to Lake Superior Zoo and is followed by an optional one-hour hike led by Duluth Parks and Recreation. Registration is required on the Parks…
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Superior Seafood Boil with the Ragin’ Northern Cajun
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 5:00 pm on Friday, repeating until Aug 21, 2026
Catch Superior Seafood Boils out on the fest field at Earth Rider Brewery every other Friday night for a Cajun boil. The small, family-run catering business has a mission to bring the taste, fun and spirit of an authentic Louisiana seafood boil up north.
Find out more »After Hours Art Show: Experience Local Art at the Duluth Grill
The After Hours Art features Minnesconsin Gallery artists and their latest creative works at the Duluth Grill. Meet the artists and learn the stories behind their creations, socialize with fellow art enthusiasts and enjoy a curated atmosphere. Complimentary wine and appetizers, and a cash bar are available. The featured artists include Marissa Saurer, Lori Franklin, Sue Pavlatos, Anni Friesen, Linnaea Borealis Rose, Kris Nelson, Kellie Rae Theiss, Mandy Berg, Steve Martindale and others.
Find out more »LOON Opera: Sondheim’s A Little Night Music
Longing, loss and liaisons all in 3/4 time. Lyric Opera of the North presents Sondheim’s operetta. Tickets are available at arts-people.com.
Find out more »A Little Night Music
Waltz into summer with Sondheim’s beloved operetta. The young, the fools and the old share top billing in A Little Night Music, which waltzes through the complexities of the human heart. Moments of humor, wit, longing and heartbreak are set to a backdrop of masterful musical storytelling. https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=314987
Find out more »Free Park Day
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offers free admission to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on four days each year. On Free Park Days the DNR waives the requirement for a vehicle permit to enter state parks and recreation areas. The entrance fee waiver does not cover activities like camping, rentals or tours. The goal of Free Park Days is to get all Minnesotans outdoors. For more information, contact the DNR Information Center by emailing info.dnr @…
Find out more »Thunderbird Warrior Challenge 2026
The second annual Thunderbird Warrior Challenge in Bayfield is Wisconsin's northernmost trail run and the only run with views of the Apostle Islands. The event features 50k, 25k and 10k trail run options and a 5k run with obstacles. There are also games, entertainment and activities throughout the day. The run courses feature a mix of rolling trails, technical singletrack and panoramic vistas of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Runners explore diverse terrains, including old-growth maple stands and sandy…
Find out more »John S. Werner Memorial 5K Run-Walk 2026
St. Louis County Historical Society and its Veterans Memorial Hall hold an annual 5k run/walk to honor the memory of Command Sergeant Major John S. Werner. The start time is 9 a.m. with a short ceremony at 8:45 a.m. The entry fee is $35. Runners can register via runsignup.com. Dave Anderson of Northern News Now and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is the master of ceremonies. CSM Werner was committed to the mission of St. Louis County Historical Society and…
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Virtual Writers’ Café
An event every month that begins at 9:30 am on day Second of the month, repeating until Sep 12, 2026
On the second Saturday of each month a group of local writers connects via Zoom from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to talk about writing projects and upcoming events. Register at lakesuperiorwriters.org to get the Zoom link.
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Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Marketplace
An event every month that begins at 10:00 am on day Second of the month, repeating until Jun 13, 2026
Nice Girls of the North is a local, woman-owned art cooperative that hosts a marketplace on the second Saturday of every month featuring a variety of handcrafted items -- jewelry, cards, home decor, hand-dyed yarn and clothing, baked goods and jams and more.
Find out more »A Closer Look Series: Bumblebees
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will informative deep-dives. The first talk in the series will investigate the lives of bumblebees. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center. Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a…
Find out more »Shaker-Style Coffee Table Class Series
Students will make a cherry wood coffee table to take home during this class series. The fee includes all materials. Sessions are on Saturdays -- June 13, June 20, June 27 and July 11 (if needed) -- from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Instructor Jessica is a hobbyist woodworker who focuses on furniture and DIY around the house. Tools used: Jointer Planer Table saw Mitre saw Router Sander Domino joiner Safety gear: Hearing and eye protection
Find out more »Lincoln Park Summerfest 2026
The annual Lincoln Park Summerfest is a family friendly event that supports the Lincoln Park community. It features an array of vendors, food trucks, live music, art and activities for kids and adults.
Find out more »A Closer Look Series: Frogs and Toads
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. Our second talk in the series, this summer, will investigate the curious lives of Frogs & Toads. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center. Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips…
Find out more »Stained Glass Mosaic Class
Create a mosaic on a birch wood with stained glass. Learn about different glass cutting techniques and mosaics. The first day of class students will create your mosaic and on the second day, grout the mosaic. All supplies provided. Class will take place on 2 days: June 13th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and June 14th from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Find out more »Twin Ports Comedy: One Liner Wipeout
Comedians Emen Essien, Jessi Prouse and Dustin Fawcett do their best to improve on Justin Rademacher's one-liners during this show. Doors at 6 p.m. Free karaoke afterward.
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Yoga & Beer with Madeline of Runa Yoga
An event every month that begins at 10:00 am on day Second of the month, repeating until Oct 11, 2026
An hour of yoga followed by an Earth Rider beer every second Sunday through October. Tickets are available at runayoga.com
Find out more »A Closer Look Series: Warblers
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. The third talk in the series will investigate the lives of warblers. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center. Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in…
Find out more »A Closer Look Series: Carnivorous Plants
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks withHead Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. The fourth and final talk in the series will investigate the wild world of carnivorous plants. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center. Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers free entry to all field trips and…
Find out more »Hands Across the Bong Bridge
They are calling it the "greatest bridge brigade ever." Rise Up Superior, Good Trouble Indivisible, Zenith City Indivisible, Duluth Indivisible and Duluth 50501 are joining forces on Flag Day for Hands Across the Bong Bridge. Participants are assembling on either side of the Richard I. Bong Memorial Bridge between Superior and Duluth to march with signs and flags across the bridge on the protected pedestrian/bike path. Somewhere near the middle, the group will join hands (and hearts and minds) in…
Find out more »Community Sound Bath
Halcyon House hosts a community-focused sound bath on the second Sunday of each month. Participants can bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket or anything to help get cozy on the floor for an hour of relaxation. Doors open at 5 p.m. Participants are invited to hang around afterward to share tea and stories. Registration is available at ticketleap.com.
Find out more »High School Volleyball Leagues Begin
The summer season of co-ed high school volleyball leagues at Skyline Social & Games runs from early June through mid-August, with games on Sunday nights. Details and registration information are at skylinesocialandgames.com. There are more than 600 teams playing weekly during Skyline's outdoor summer leagues. Weeknight adult league options include volleyball, bocce ball and cornhole.
Find out more »Trey Anastasio
Since 1983, Trey Anastasio has been the guitarist, vocalist and main composer for the band Phish. Over the past four decades he has forged a multi-faceted career, winning acclaim and garnering accolades across myriad genres and disciplines, including rock, classical, musical theater and more. Anastasio has received three Grammy award nominations and, in 2013, received a Tony Award nomination honoring his work co-writing the score for the Broadway musical Hands on a Hardbody. An accomplished composer and arranger, Anastasio has…
Find out more »Summer Camp: DIY Room Décor with Tiffany Fenner
"Campers" can complete a variety of paper mache and clay projects to decorate their space. Projects include clay coaster sets, shelves and oil-diffuser beads. Sessions run June 15-19 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Find out more »Wild and Free Kids Camp
This forest exploration camp invites children to slow down and reconnect through a blend of Qigong, music therapy, journaling and imaginative play. Surrounded by the magic of the woods, participants build confidence and emotional awareness while forming connections with nature and each other. The camp is for ages 6-10. Sessions are from 1 to 4 p.m. from June 15-19. The cost is $120 for the weeklong camp. Registration and more information are at svalja.yoga.
Find out more »Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Pink Palisade.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Northern Exposure Art's studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace. To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
Find out more »Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg for 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
The Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games is coming to Duluth. As part of the first coast-to-coast Torch Run in USA Games history, Special Olympics athletes and law enforcement officers are carring the Flame of Hope side-by-side through communities across the country on the road to Minnesota and the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Community members are invited to Duluth City Hall to attend and celebrate inclusion while cheering on local torch bearers…
Find out more »Music in the Park
This free, nine-week summer series features a wide variety of music styles. Each concert is 90 minutes long and begins at 6:30 p.m. Due to construction projects taking place at Chester Park, all concerts this year will take place at Lincoln Park (2501 W. 3rd St.). June 16: Palisade June 23: The Shane Nelson Band June 30: The Windjammers July 7: Tab & Nicole (6:30-7:10 p.m.) The Mahon Brothers (7:20-8 p.m.) July 14: Rory Van James July 21: The Gemstones…
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Antique Appraisal
One event on Mar 18, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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Members of the public are invited to bring an antique or collectible to the Duluth Depot's rotunda for a free appraisal. Denny Mager of Northern Specialty will offer opinions on the value of submitted antiques. People may bring up to two items for an informal oral identification and evaluation of each antique. If the piece is too large or fragile to be hand-carried, clear photographs with a description of any marks and labels will be sufficient. Those bringing antiques for…
Find out more »Pier B’s 10-Year Anniversary and Courtside Concerts Kickoff
Pier B Resort celebrates 10 years in business by kicking off the summer courtside concert season with a performance by Aftershock. The event includes free food.
Find out more »Nobody’s Perfect Play and Walker Sculpture Garden Day Trip
Wendy Up North is leading a day trip to see the play Nobody's Perfect, a comedy about a writing contest. Meet at Perkins West at 8 a.m. Take a bus to Day Tripper Theater in the Scottish Rite building, Minneapolis. Participants will have a buffet lunch, a short stroll at Walker Art Center sculpture garden and a stop a Tobies on the way home. Register by May 28.
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Hartley Sustainability Workshop Series
An event every month that begins at 5:00 pm on day Third of the month, repeating until Jul 16, 2026
This workshop series aims to connect community members with local environmental experts to instruct about local environmental challenges and solutions shaping the region. Workshops take place on the third Thursday of each month and will run through July 2026.
Find out more »Wild Mushrooms 101
During this class, participants will learn about foraging and identifying wild mushrooms. Learn some basic information about mushrooms, steps for identifying mushrooms, steps for foraging mushrooms, common edible mushrooms, common toxic mushrooms and recommended resources. Everyone will get to handle real mushrooms to get some hands-on experience. This class takes place in a classroom but you will leave with the skills and knowledge to find and identify mushrooms in the wild.
Find out more »Arc Northland 75th Anniversary: Chocolate After Dark
Celebrate 75 years of impact, inclusion and community with Arc Northland at Chocolate After Dark commemorating 75 years of service and advocacy for individuals with disabilities and their families across the Northland. Guests will enjoy curated chocolate tasting experience, signature cocktails & bar service, live entertainment and legacy awards & recognition program
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Writer’s Salon
One event on Mar 19, 2026 at 6:00 pm
One event on Apr 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm
One event on May 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm
One event on Jun 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm
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Writer's Salon is a monthly gathering of writers and people who love the written word. Attendees can bring their own work to share, or the work of their favorite authors. There is time for an open mic and mingling. All genres are welcome.
Find out more »Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Rainbow Sunset.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Northern Exposure Art's studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace. To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
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Coffee at the Co‑op
An event every month that begins at 7:30 am on day Third of the month, repeating until Jun 19, 2026
Whole Foods Co-op's Duluth Hillside location hosts a coffee meetup on the third Friday of each month. Community members can drop in, grab a cup of coffee or tea, and connect at their own pace. There’s no agenda and no registration; anyone can stop by for five minutes or stay for the whole hour.
Find out more »Rock the Bayfront 2026
Local and regional bands perform Friday afternoon and all day Saturday as part of the Grandma’s Marathon weekend festivities. Friday Schedule: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. — GB Leighton 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. — Hippo Campus Saturday Schedule: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. — Boxcar 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.— Not Fade Away: A tribute to the Grateful Dead 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. — The Slamming Doors 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Charlie Parr 5 p.m. to…
Find out more »Summer Solstice and Wooden Boat Festival 2026
The Summer Solstice and Wooden Boat Festival is a weekend that weaves together craft experiences and the beauty of long days by the lake. The event runs June 19-20. A full schedule and details are at northhouse.org. (Photo by Dennis Chick)
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Speed Friending
An event every month that begins at 5:45 pm on day Third of the month, repeating until Dec 18, 2026
This is a rotational mixer, where everyone will meet everyone one-on-one. The goal is to generate new conversations with a variety of people. The event is facilitated by an experienced host, who welcomes everyone, whether introvert or extrovert, old or young, from near or far. The event starts exactly at 5:45, so arrive before then if you'd like to join. Participants are capped at 32 to ensure a comfortable audio environment. The event is free, but a $10-5 donation to…
Find out more »The Last Revel and Between Howls
The Last Revel is a Minneapolis-based four-piece known for lush four-part vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle and five-string banjo. Opening the night is Duluth’s own Between Howls. Husband-and-wife duo Ren and Nick Howl bring soaring vocal harmonies, thoughtful lyrics and virtuosic instrumental work that’s been captivating audiences across the United States since 2018. Doors open at 6 p.m.; music starts at 7. Tickets are available at showclix.com.
Find out more »Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Hollow Rock.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Northern Exposure Art's studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace. To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
Find out more »Performance Anxiety, Rat Fight, Dirt Magnet and Lucky Crayfish
A night of all-ages punk rock with Performance Anxiety, Rat Fight, Dirt Magnet and Lucky Crayfish. Tickets are available at the door and online at wussowsconcertcafe.simpletix.com.
Find out more »Chase & Ovation
Chase & Ovation is a Prince tribute show based out of Minneapolis that has been touring North America for the past 16 years. Tickets are available at bigtop.org.
Find out more »Grandma’s Marathon 2026
The 50th annual Grandma's Marathon is a 26.2-mile race on scenic Highway 61 along the north shore of Lake Superior. It begins just outside of Two Harbors and finishes in Duluth's Canal Park. The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon begins at 6:15 a.m. on the edge of Duluth's city limits and follows the regular marathon course through the heart of Duluth. The full marathon starts at 7:45 a.m. The winner should cross the finish line around 10 a.m.
Find out more »Rock the Bayfront 2026
Day number two of Rocking the Bayfront, held in conjunction with Grandma’s Marathon weekend festivities. Saturday Schedule: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. — Boxcar 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.— Not Fade Away: A tribute to the Grateful Dead 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. — The Slamming Doors 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Charlie Parr 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. — Mid Dream 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. — Emily Haavik & the 35s 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. —…
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