Tundra’s Summer Cooldown
The Lake Superior Zoo presents a one-of-a-kind tasting event featuring 30+ flavors from seven creameries across the Upper Midwest—including the Twin Cities, Grand Rapids, St. Cloud and Wisconsin. Sample small-batch goodness without leaving Duluth. The ticket gets participants a tasting cup and unlimited one-ounce scoops, so wander, sample and discover a new favorite flavor. The Zoo is open after hours for a more relaxed vibe. Catch some animals exploring special enrichments along the way.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Shane Nelson Band
Shane Nelson is a singer, songwriter and producer who plays music from a variety of genres.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Blue Water Big Band
Blue Water Big Band plays big-band music from the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: John & Andy
John Seguin and Andy Hauswirth perform a variety of acoustic rock music.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Mackie Brothers
Mackie Brothers is a Duluth-based acoustic trio composed of Mark Connolly, Dan Vaught and Ed Esselstrom. The group plays a variety of hits from the past and present.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Blackhoof
Blackhoof performs classic rock music.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners
Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners play Great Lakes country music and sentimental ballads.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
Bayside Sounds 2026: Last Call
Last Call is a cover band based in Duluth.
The eight-week Bayside Sounds Around Town concert series takes place in various parks around Superior. Bands play two 45-minute sets. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, snacks and beverages. Available yard games are cornhole, giant Connect Four and giant Tetris.
First Street Friday
The city of Duluth’s Planning and Economic Development Department is holding its second First Street Friday, following the inaugural event in June. First Street Friday is an “activation event” series in the downtown business district which invites community members to reimagine the First Street corridor.
First Street is closed during the event between First and Second avenues west for a summer block party featuring live performances, a market with local vendors, and the launch of the Discover First Street Passport program.
Kids Garden Club
Attendees should dress for a mess and meet by the garden in the Upper Plaza (or in the Youth Services Area in bad weather). Kids over 7 may attend without a caregiver, and younger siblings are welcome under the direct supervision of a caregiver.
Kids Garden Club meets throughout the summer. Check out future topics and dates below:
June 10: Mud & Worms (the secrets of the soil)
June 24: Seeds & Greens (grass heads and microgreens)
July 8: Birds & Bees (bird houses & bug hotels)
July 22: Monarch Madness! (with special guest Angela the Butterfly Queen)
August 12: Plant Art (flower rubbing, printing and dyes)
August 19: Garden Season Celebration