Bent Paddle Taproom
Bent Paddle’s taproom is located near its production facilities, but not in the same building. For listings of brewery tours and other events held in the production facilities, visit the Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Production Facility venue page.
Jul 2023
The NorthShore Inline Marathon’s Skate & Sip
The NorthShore Inline Marathon's Skate & Sips are a get-together for skating enthusiasts who participate in North America's largest inline marathon. All evenings offer a unique opportunity for skaters of all levels to come together, enjoy a skating experience, and unwind with a local brewery gathering. All ages are welcome to participate in this series of events. The Lineup ● July 25 - Bent Paddle Brewing (Munger Trail) ● Aug. 8 - Ursa Minor Brewing (Munger Trail) ● Aug. 22…
Find out more »All Pints Eve Hootenanny at Bent Paddle
Calling all craft beer geeks and weirdos to the All Pints Eve Hootenanny. Meet all your favorite brewers, fans and friends the night before the largest beer fest north this side of the Twin Cities. Small batch pilot beer will be offered. Log Home Wood Fired Pizza truck will be out front. There will be disc golf, bag toss and Hacky-Sack challenges. Music Schedule 5:30 p.m. - Tres Osos 7 p.m. - Maygen & The Bird Watcher 8:30 p.m. -…
Find out more »Aug 2023
Rise Up! Reggae Dance Party 2023
The fifth annual Rise Up! Reggae Dance Party features Charlie Redlax & the Harbor Roots and TNT HiFi. Also: the UpDawg food truck and yard games.
Find out more »Community Art Fundraiser for Valley Youth Center / High Key Mondays with New Salty Dog
The Duluth-based northwoods funk jam band New Salty Dog performs most Mondays at Bent Paddle Brewing. This week is a special celebration of the imaginations of community members who have joined in to create paintings for an auction benefiting Duluth's Valley Youth Center, a community resource in West Duluth that serves children and fosters creativity, life skills and healing. Hoot n Holler Crafts is presenting the fundraiser. Paintings created by Kathryne Ford and Ayana Greene in collaboration with the children…
Find out more »The NorthShore Inline Marathon’s Skate & Sip
The NorthShore Inline Marathon's Skate & Sips is a perfect get-together for skating enthusiasts who participate in The NorthShore Inline Marathon, North America's largest inline marathon. Skaters of all levels can come together, enjoy a thrilling skating experience and unwind with a local brewery gathering. All ages are welcome. ● August 22nd - Bent Paddle Brewing (Munger Trail)
Find out more »Babie Eyes
The psychedelic folk-rock band Babie Eyes will perform on the outdoor stage at Bent Paddle, replacing the previously scheduled Fenestra Funk show.
Find out more »Sep 2023
Paddle Splash Presents: DJ Damascus
Experience the magic as Damascus effortlessly fuses the musical flavors of Nigeria, Jamaica, and America. His music transcends borders and genres, creating a one-of-a-kind sound that resonates with audiences worldwide. This is a dance party!
Find out more »Cheers to Chester 2023
Please join The Ski Hut and Bent Paddle for “Cheers to Chester" — a party thrown for Chester Bowl. This event is raising money for Growing Up Chester, Chester Bowl’s fundraising campaign to expand and renovate the Thom Storm Chalet. The event features live music from Ross Thorn, beverages available for purchase from Bent Paddle, food available for purchase from the Rambler, activities for kids, free popsicles from the Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance and tons of raffle prizes. The Ski…
Find out more »The Make-Believe Spurs
Based in Marquette, Michigan, the Make-Believe Spurs have been playing sparkly Alt-Folk and Americana together since 2022. Their intent is to share kindness, love and magic through their music. Their sound and setup is versatile, ranging from close-knit harmonies to electric romps for the dance floor.
Find out more »Father Hennepin
Duluth's venerable alt-country dynamos Father Hennepin bring their honkey-tonk tunes to the outdoor stage at Bent Paddle Brewing.
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Blingo with the Crunchy Bunch
One event on Oct 6, 2023 at 8:00 pm
One event on Oct 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm
One event on Nov 3, 2023 at 8:00 pm
One event on Nov 17, 2023 at 8:00 pm
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One event on Dec 15, 2023 at 8:00 pm
First and third Fridays of the month. Bingo with prizes from swag to pints. The Crunchy Bunch DJ collective spins old-school hip-hop all night.
Find out more »Two Crows for Comfort
Two Crows for Comfort are a touring folk-roots duo from the Canadian prairies. These wandering troubadours, accompanied by their pup, Elliot, travel across North America in an 18 foot camper, playing countless shows from coast to coast. They weave a warm blanket of fine crafted lyrics, powerful lead vocals and intricate harmonies all while keeping their songs catchy and memorable.
Find out more »Quiet Ike
Quiet Ike consists of Gordy Mesedahl on bass guitar, Walter Wedan on percussion/drums and Steve Isakson on guitars. They perform original compositions written by Isakson in a pop/Americana style.
Find out more »Water Cat
Water Cat is a Franco-American duo with a sweet, stompy and eclectic sound. Consisting of Emma Musto as the lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Henry Bullard, Water Cat can take you from original songs on the resonator guitar to Nirvana on the banjo to Edith Piaf, to West Africa and back. Water Cat will keep you on your toes, off your seat and with a smile on your face.
Find out more »Flannel Fest at Bent Paddle
The third annual “Hibernation Celebration” is a seasonal send-off for Bent Paddle's outdoor music venue and four years of Live Music Revival on the Cedar Bound Stage. Attendees are encouraged to throw on their favorite flannel, lace up their boots, snag their go-to beanie and prepare to lock arms with a few besties. Bent Paddle will be poking “rare” barrel aged vintages. Yard games are available outside for play. Live music runs from 5 - 7 p.m. Performers include Misispi…
Find out more »Oct 2023
Painting Event at Bent Paddle
Northern Exposure Art presents a chance to explore creativity at Bent Paddle Brewing through step-by-step instruction of the painting of participants' very own masterpieces. All materials to paint a 16x20 canvas will be provided as refreshments from Bent Paddle are enjoyed by the artists. Registration in advance is required.
Find out more »CC Group
Led by bassist Calvin Caron, CC Group offers an eclectic musical experience. Drawing inspiration from jazz fusion, funk, R&B, gospel and more, it will be an evening of upbeat groove based music alongside beautiful melodic tunes.
Find out more »Yuya Mix
Yuya Mix is a modern folk singer/songwriter and one man band. His set includes a guitar, ukulele, his suitcase-drum, a tambourine and don't be shocked if he pulls out a harmonica or kazoo. Many of the inspiration for his originals come from small town life, as well as his Japanese-American upbringing in the Midwest.
Find out more »Community Action Duluth Dream Big Fundraiser
Community Action Duluth's Dream Big fundraiser features live music, a silent auction and a wine wall. There is a suggested donation of $15 at the door. Donations are also being accepted at givemn.org. Potential event sponsors can contact Scott Yeazle by email at syeazle @ communityactionduluth.org or phone 218-726-1665.
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Curly Jefferson
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Jan 29, 2024
The man behind the shades is Curly Jefferson. He is joined weekly by a different musician in a sparring of notes and lyrics.
Find out more »Severio Mancieri
Severio Mancieri is a regionally touring musician based in Duluth. In the past two years he's done over 200 shows, released his EP, Can I, with a music video to accompany it and appeared on the latest season of Backroads PBS.
Find out more »Beyondbliss Born Deaf Album Release Show
Long time Northern Minnesota hip hop act beyondbliss celebrates his 6th and final solo studio album born deaf. The album is titled after the true story of being born partially deaf which was later corrected with ear tubes and years of speech classes as a child. It features songs with Slug of Atmosphere, Jaze and Legitimit of Kritical Kontact, Cannon, Lyla Abukhodair, Breanne Tepler and Suzy Q. This all aged, mixed genre variety show is hosted by Jesse Jaze and…
Find out more »The Hot Club of Duluth
The Hot Club of Duluth plays jazz music from the roaring 20s -- from melancholy torch songs to the hot jazz of Django Reinhardt to Duke Ellington. The quartet is composed of Eli Bissonnet on violin, Veikko Lepisto on standup bass, and Jimi Cooper and Darin Bergsven on guitars.
Find out more »Monster Mash 2023
Bent Paddle's third annual Monster Mash features costume contests, a carnival fun show and live music. Schedule Noon to 6 p.m. - Log Home Wood Fired Pizza serving up spooky slices 2 to 6 p.m. - John Beargrease Meet the Mushers & Pups Fundraiser 2 to 4 p.m. - Kids Howl-o-Ween Carnival Games featuring candy and prizes 2 to 4 p.m. - Music by Dance Attic 4 p.m. - Costume contest winners announced and neighborhood costume parade 4 to 5…
Find out more »Marc Gartman and Tim Saxhaug
Marc and Tim have been playing original music together for ten years through Glitteratti and their various cover band outfits. They plan on covering a lot of musical ground at this rare duo gig.
Find out more »Nov 2023
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
Find out more »Russ Sackett
Russ Sackett will perform original songs from his growing catalog of fun and poignant selections, as well as a wide variety of crowd favorites from classic country and rock n' roll to more recent hits that will keep any crowd engaged and having a good time!
Find out more »Bent Paddle Taproom Barrel Aged Bottle Release Party 2023
Bent Paddle Brewing is celebrating nine years of creating barrel-aged beer with this release party featuring live music. The beers will be available exclusively in the taproom until they sell out. There will be three 750ml 2023 bottle variants available, all aged in bourbon barrels for 18 months. Double Shot Double Black | Imperial black ale aged in bourbon barrels with cold-press coffee and vanilla Vanilla Barrel Aged Double Black | Imperial black ale aged in bourbon barrels with whole…
Find out more »Babie Eyes
Babie Eyes create psychedelic folk rock music anchored by soulful and memorable songs. Feel-good grooves and the sweet and powerful vocals of singer songwriter Heidi Feroe has quickly made Babie Eyes a twin ports favorite.
Find out more »Four Mile Portage
Songs about whiskey and chickens, or loss and perseverance.
Find out more »Kailyn and Paul
Award-winning violinist Kailyn Pelerin joins Iron Range singer-songwriter Paul Lawrence to create a powerful and soulful duo. Ranging from folk and country ballads to bluesy boot-stompers, Kailyn and Paul deliver exceptional vocals, precise playing and finely crafted lyrics.
Find out more »Bent Paddle’s Double Shot Double Black Friday
Bent Paddle is having a vintage bottle release. Rare vintages on tap and in the 750 ml wax dipped bottles. What’s available while supplies last: ~ 2014 Double Black |Aged 9 years ~ 2016 - 2022 Double Shot Double Black Vintages (Singles) ~ 2023 Double Shot Double Black | Imperial Black Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Cold-Press Coffee + Vanilla Added ~ 2023 Vanilla Barrel Aged Double Black | Imperial Black Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Whole Bean…
Find out more »Art on Tap Small Business Saturday at Bent Paddle
This Small Business Saturday, come join Art on Tap and a host of other small local makers/vendors for a special day of shopping and support of small and local. Keep yourmoney where it counts most...your community! Live music from Paul Newberg at 7 p.m. K & B Grilled Cheese Food Truck from 4-8 p.m. Shop and Sip Partner Businesses: ~ Lake Superior Beach Glass ~ Sally Cavallaro Designs ~ Wooly Wearables ~ Miel LLC ~ Grey Lady Designs ~ Clever…
Find out more »Paul Newberg
The Duluth-based musician performs both original and cover songs. Rock, blues, country, pop and funk.
Find out more »Gavin St. Clair
Gavin St. Clair plays a tasteful mix of old school folk and pop alongside original music and classic jazz tunes.
Find out more »Pumpkin Spice Croissant Porter Launch Party
Bent Paddle and Duluth's Best Bread have teamed up to create the first ever Pumpkin Spice Croissant Porter — a warming winter beer loaded with rich pumpkin flavor. Celebrate the drop of this beer with baking demos, live music from Gavin St. Clair and a baked good pop-up.
Find out more »Dec 2023
Oly
The singer/songwriter performs. Rock, folk, pop and psychedelic.
Find out more »Force of Nature
Adventurer and oil painter Marissa Saurer's artwork is inspired by her travels to the northernmost countries of the world, and her Sámi heritage. Her paintings reflect the beauty and rugged landscapes of Alaska, Iceland and Arctic Scandinavia, as well as northern Minnesota. Saurer’s art reflects a deep connection to animism and the natural world, seeking to capture its essence in every brushstroke. The paintings transport viewers to a realm where nature is more than just a backdrop; it becomes a…
Find out more »Holly Jolly Get Down & Ugly Sweater Party
Party in your ugly sweater and receive $1 off all your pints all night. This get down is for all ages. The Gumbeaux Guy's will be serving food. Live music from Rory Van James 6:30-8:00 p.m. and The Gemstones 8:30-10 p.m.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents Salsa! with Simply Ballroom
Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! with Simply Ballroom is a night dedicated Latin music and dance. This event is open to all. Event Details: ~ Social hour 6-7 p.m. ~ Free Salsa & Bachata Lessons 7-9 p.m. ~ Open dance 9 p.m. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi, Simply Ballroom and friends.
Find out more »Dance Attic
Americana duo, Dance Attic, can charm the boots off even the most grizzly honky-tonker in town. Dressed in cowboy hats and colorful western wear, speed burning guitarist, Jimi Cooper and Accordion whiz, Suzi Ludwig, sing, smile, dance and kazoo their way into the hearts and feet of their audience. The pair perform a wide variety of music from clever rock covers to original music.
Find out more »Ponyfolk
Ponyfolk was formed in 2014 by Clifton Nesseth and Paul Sauey — Aaron Hays joined in 2021. Based out of Duluth and Minneapolis, the group's multi-instrumentalist abilities and vocal harmonies have carved out a reputation of creating maximalist soundscapes that are defined by droning layers of guitars, strings and synth.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Featuring the CSS Steel Pan Band
The College of Saint Scholastica Steel Band plays for a night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of calypso music and culture. Social hour at 6 p.m. and food from Howards Que BBQ. Celebrate the rich history of the steel pan (also known as steel drums) that was created in Trinidad and Tobago in the 1930s. It was established in contexts of Carnival resistance, its history being traced back to the enslaved Africans who were brought to the Caribbean in…
Find out more »Ditchbird
The Social Animals and Saint Anyway member performs solo. All ages.
Find out more »Coyote
Marc Gartman and Jerree Small teamed up in 2008 and have playing their varied style of original folk music ever since. They have released four full length albums as Coyote, the most recent coming out in 2019.
Find out more »Barefoot Bluegrass
Local artists Harrison Olk and Jon Miller have joined forces to bring you a unique and enjoyable musical experience. Rooted in the genres of bluegrass and jam music, Olk (banjo) and Miller (guitar) bring you modern renditions of classic bluegrass and folk songs, along with heartfelt originals.
Find out more »Water Cat
Water Cat is a Franco-American duo with a sweet, stompy and eclectic sound. Consisting of Emma Musto as the lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Henry Bullard, Water Cat can take you from original songs on the resonator guitar to Nirvana on the banjo.
Find out more »Jan 2024
New Salty Dog and Sugar Lads: The Happiness Galore Show
Duluth band New Salty Dog plays funky sounds and Winona-based Sugar Lads have an experimental groove. The Sugar Lads kick off the night at 8 p.m. followed by New Salty Dog at 9:15 p.m. Johnny B's New American Cuisine will feature meals using local, seasonal and organic ingredients.
Find out more »Sam Chandler Trio on the Cosmic Stage
Sam Chandler joins Calvin Caron on bass and Ian Hopp on drums to perform a jazz tio. The group features all three instrumentalists on various jazz standards, less-played jazz compositions and original tunes.
Find out more »Merrill Miller
Merrill Miller takes the familiar sound of classic country and honky tonk and fuses it with modern sensibility. Raised in the Mississippi Delta, Merrill has been bringing boot stomping rhythm to audiences across the Midwest for years. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Ross Thorn
Ross Thorn offers a thoughtful exploration into mortality, loss and identity on his debut album, Hugo. The nine-track record "leans heavily into Ross's folk and country roots, showcasing introspective and melancholic songwriting along with political fervor and compassion for anyone that appreciates an old sound with a forward-looking message." Ross’s musical inspirations range from the classic storytelling of Bob Dylan and Don McLean to the pop-energy of Queen and Lady Gaga, showcasing songwriting within an air of acoustic-folk-pop.
Find out more »Adam Moe
Adam Moe is a fiddler and singer/songwriter who started the folky-tonk duo Pushing Chain. Adam is now touring solo singing bluesy songs backed by his tenor guitar. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Slope City
Mike Smišek and Ethan Gibbs create the layers that build a sense of familiarity, driven by strong rhythms and blended harmonies that makes up Slope City. Expect original tunes that you can hum on the way home and covers reimagined.
Find out more »MorningBird
MorningBird is made up of singer songwriters Jill Burkes (violin/guitar), Rob Wheeler (guitar/mandolin/harmonica/stomp) and Josh Palmi (upright bass). Whether singing protest songs, playing haunting instrumentals, or telling tales from their travels on road, this trio engages listeners of all ages.
Find out more »Feb 2024
Bruce Woodman and the 20 Minute Timeouts
Take a time out at Bent Paddle with Bruce Woodman and the Timeouts.
Find out more »Rich Mattson and the Northstars
Over the course of his long and illustrious musical career, Rich Mattson came up learning songs from John Denver to Van Halen with a little Elvis Costello and Neil Young tossed into the mix. Somewhat of a Minnesota music staple, Mattson is well known for his songwriting and outstanding showmanship as well as his work with literally thousands of artists at his Sparta Sound recording studio. The Northstars perform all around Minnesota and beyond and have been invited to share…
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Salty Dog Winter Wake Up
One event on Feb 12, 2024 at 6:00 pm
One event on Feb 19, 2024 at 6:00 pm
One event on Feb 26, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Duluth-based funk/jam band New Salty Dog consists of Jacob Mahon on guitar and vocals, Owen Mahon on drums and vocals, Sam Deters on guitar, Gavin St. Clair on keys, Bryan “Lefty” Johnson on percussion and Calvin “Calzone” Lund on the bass.
Find out more »Rory Van James
Rory Van James is a 6'9" singer/songwriter and after years of traveling the country as a professional baseball player, Rory decided to shift gears and begin a musical career.
Find out more »Northern Exposure Painting Event at Bent Paddle
Northern Exposure Art is hosting a step-by-step painting event. All materials to paint a 16x20 canvas will be provided and enjoy refreshments from Bent Paddle while you paint. Register and get your tickets here.
Find out more »Yuya Mix
One-man band, Yuya Mix, is a modern folk singer/songwriter who uses small town life and his Japanese-American upbringing in the Midwest as musical inspiration. His set includes a guitar and ukulele, keeping in time with his suitcase-drum and tambourine while often mixing in either a harmonica or kazoo.
Find out more »Danny Frank & the Smoky Gold
Hailing from the Twin Ports, Danny Frank & the Smoky Gold combines soulful lead vocals with rich harmonies and virtuosic instrumentalism into a genre-blending Americana sound.
Find out more »Bent Paddle Taproom’s 218 Days Party
Bent Paddle is participating in 218 Days - the 2nd Annual Celebration of the Bold North. This is a night dedicated to live local music and musicians who live and create in the 218 area code. Tasty eats will be brought to you by The Gumbeaux Guys and tasty jams will be brought to you by Boxcar and Foxi Moxie. Mention 218 Days and Receive $1 off any beverage or buy two packs of “Bent Paddle” Hemp Derived THC gummies…
Find out more »Boxcar
Boxcar brings their high energy country rock n' role to Bent Paddle. Enjoy delicious craft beers and a few vintage country classics. Foxie Moxy Band kicks things off at 6 p.m. — Boxcar starts at 8 p.m.
Find out more »Braver Angels Introductory Gathering and Video
Learn about the national and local organization that aims to unite red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America. Light refreshments provided. Beer and other beverages available for purchase.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents: Salsa with Simply Ballroom
Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! This Paddle Splash, featuring Simply Ballroom, is a night dedicated Latin music and dance. Event Details: ~ Social hour from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ~ Free salsa and bachata lessons from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. followed by an open dance
Find out more »The Hot Club of Duluth
Everything from melancholy torch songs to the hot jazz of Django Reinhardt and Duke Ellington are performed.
Find out more »Coyote
Marc Gartman and Jerree Small teamed up in 2008 and have been playing their original folk music ever since.
Find out more »Side String Band
Consisting of sidemen from various acoustic bands in the Midwest, the Side String Band yearns to bring back the sound of old-time bluegrass with progressive folk undertones. All ages.
Find out more »Mar 2024
Prank Williams
Chris Hollister, Tony Petersen and Chris Kopp make up this rabble-rousing folk band. They are slightly vaudevillian in their approach to the audience. They get everyone engaged and there will be jokes and stories. Audience members may unknowingly become part of the show. This a family friendly event.
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Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Mar 25, 2024
Mondays in March. Curly J will be joined weekly by different musicians. All ages and family-friendly.
Find out more »Charity Huot Benedicts & Nate Weiler
After 13 years of their own musical adventures, Charity and Nate are back on the stage joining forces once again. Charity's alternative folk-pop-jazz sounds is mixed with Nate's rock and bluegrass layers. This concert is for all ages.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents: Dubbing With King J-Lar
King J-Lar has been inspired by the original dub masters King Tubby, Prince Jammy and Lee "Scratch" Perry. King J-Lar performs live dub mixing in the most traditional way possible. This event will also feature a TNT HiFi + King J-Lar mash-up, dedicated to the musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness, and rebellion. All are welcome.
Find out more »John Kerns
John Kerns is a songwriter who utilizes several guitars, foot-percussion stomp-boxes, multiple instrument loops and multiple microphones.
Find out more »Jason Schooler Band
The country/blues/rock/folk group performs originals and covers. All ages.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents ~ Salsa! With Simply Ballroom
Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! with Simply Ballroom is a night dedicated Latin music and dance. This event is open to all. Event Details: ~ Social hour 6-7 p.m. ~ Free Salsa and Bachata Lessons 7-9 p.m. ~ Open dance 9 p.m. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi, Simply Ballroom and friends.
Find out more »Oly
The rock/pop singer/songwriter performs solo acoustic. All ages.
Find out more »Ponyfolk
Ponyfolk was formed in 2014 and consists of Clifton Nesseth on vocals, strings, guitar, keys and synthesizers, Paul Sauey on vocals, strings, guitar and bass and Aaron Hays on the drums.
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Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Mar 25, 2024
Mondays in March. Curly J will be joined weekly by different musicians. All ages and family-friendly.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents: Dubbing With King J-Lar
Inspired by the original dub masters King Tubby, Prince Jammy and Lee "Scratch" Perry, King J-Lar performs live dub mixing in the traditional way.
Find out more »Teague Alexy
The rootsy, groovy, poetic singer-songwriter performs.
Find out more »Friend Dog
Friend Dog, led by Vinnie Donatelle of the Last Revel, performs Americana music.
Find out more »Apr 2024
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Head to Bent Paddle for Curly J Mondays as he is joined weekly by Owen and Gavin of Saltydog — what delights will they dream up?
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
Find out more »Woodblind
Duluth’s acoustic SKA duo Woodblind features guitarist Jason Wussow and Los Angeles studio/touring bass player Veikko Lepisto.
Find out more »JAM Concert Series: Randy Lee Quintet, New Lands Collective and UMD Combo I
Bent Paddle hosts this night of music featuring the Randy Lee Quintet, Sten Duginski’s New Lands Collective and UMD Combo I. The second annual Jazz Appreciation Month Concert Series promotes jazz awareness with concerts held twice a week at various restaurants and venues, generating performance opportunities for more than 80 local and regional jazz musicians ranging from high-school students to professionals. The series is organized by local music stakeholders in partnership with Campfire Music Foundation, a Minnesota music nonprofit focused…
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Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Head to Bent Paddle for Curly J Mondays as he is joined weekly by Owen and Gavin of Saltydog — what delights will they dream up?
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
Find out more »Ian Alexy
Ian Alexy is a singer, songwriter and guitarist and is a founding member of Hobo Nephews Of Uncle Frank and Babie Eyes. His solo performances is known to mix classic singer songwriter vibes with sonic guitar experimentation.
Find out more »Let’s Poke Some Bock!
A night dedicated to malt-forward beer, bold flavors and cheer. Live music inside from 7 to 9 p.m. All ages.
Find out more »Braver Angels Alliance Gathering
Attendees can listen to a 20-minute snippet from the Braver Angels political podcast and then join a discussion afterward.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Head to Bent Paddle for Curly J Mondays as he is joined weekly by Owen and Gavin of Saltydog — what delights will they dream up?
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
Find out more »TNT HiFi Taproom Paddle Splash Presents ~ Salsa! With Simply Ballroom
Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! with Simply Ballroom is a night dedicated Latin music and dance. This event is open to all. Event Details: ~ Social hour 6-7 p.m. ~ Free Salsa and Bachata Lessons 7-9 p.m. ~ Open dance 9 p.m. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi, Simply Ballroom and friends.
Find out more »Pints for PAVSA
PAVSA is hosting a happy hour at Bent Paddle. There will be a table with information, PAVSA staff to answer your questions and a raffle. Grab a beverage, donate to earn raffle tickets for the drawing and support survivors in our community.
Find out more »Dance Attic
Americana duo Dance Attic can charm the boots off even the most grisly honky-tonker in town. Speed burning guitarist Jimi Cooper and accordion whiz Suzi Ludwig sing, smile, dance and kazoo their way into the hearts and feet of their audience. The pair performs a wide variety of music from clever rock covers of bands like The Cars and Blondie to the “(You name it) Polka.”
Find out more »Boogie down 4:20 PARTY & Boss Mama Album Release Show!
Bent Paddle celebrates 4/20 with Boss Mama & The Jebberhooch's "Greetings from the Barnyard Lounge" album release. Saltydog and Baharat join the music lineup and K&B Grill Cheese will be served for the munchies.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Curly J
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Monday, repeating until Apr 22, 2024
Head to Bent Paddle for Curly J Mondays as he is joined weekly by Owen and Gavin of Saltydog — what delights will they dream up?
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Paddle Splash Reggae Jam
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2024
A night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of reggae music and culture. Positive vibes curated by DJ TNT HiFi & Friends. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion.
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Harrison Olk and Jon Miller have joined forces to bring a musical experience rooted in the genres of bluegrass and jam music. With Olk on banjo and Miller on guitar, they create modern renditions of classic bluegrass and folk songs along with heartfelt originals.
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