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Karaoke at Duluth Flame
The Flame Nightclub in Duluth hosts karaoke every Thursday night.
Find out more »10:00 am
Lake Superior Estuarium Open
The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior, […]
Find out more »Spirit Mountain’s 50th Anniversary Party
Spirit Mountain celebrates its 50 years with a two-day event honoring its history. Friday's celebration includes live music by Boxcar, state-fair-inspired snacks, fireworks, prizes, a ceremony and reception, an employee reunion and a 21-plus celebration party. All weekend there will be a historical exhibit with photos, memorabilia and videotaped stories from Spirit Mountain’s archives. Tickets […]
Find out more »12:00 pm
The Day Before Winter
The first Friday Afternoon speaker of the season will be Dave Benson, co-founder of Friends of Sax-Zim Bog, naturalist and author. On the day before the winter solstice, learn how animals and plants prepare for the extremes of winter, including: -How one small group of birds managed to survive winter in the bog. -Twelve kinds […]
Find out more »4:15 pm
Christmas City Express 2024
The Christmas City Express on the North Shore Scenic Railroad is an annual train ride and storytelling experience. Trains leave from the Depot on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 29 to Dec. 21. The performance begins in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, where the story is told, carolers sing and a special guest pays a […]
Find out more »5:00 pm
Bentleyville Tour of Lights
Duluth's mega Christmas-light spectacular is the largest walk-through display of lights in America. Guests are invited to stroll under the glow of more than five million lights in a 20-acre park on the shores of Lake Superior. Mr. and Mrs. Claus, along with Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, will be on hand for photos and handing […]
Find out more »Zoo Lights
Lake Superior Zoo presents its annual light-display event, featuring giant animal inflatables and photo ops. Families can enjoy free s’mores, visits from Santa and live holiday music. Additionally, the Safari Cafe will have hot chocolate and treats, and light-up items will be available in the Tiger’s Paw Gift Shop.
Find out more »Glensheen Candlelight Christmas Tours 2024
Glensheen Mansion is illuminated by twinkling Christmas tree lights at night during its annual candlelight tours. The tours are available on Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 29 to Dec. 28, with an extra date on Thursday, Dec. 26. The Classic Candlelight Tour is a self-guided experience of the lower level, first and second floors. It […]
Find out more »Theater Dinner: Cinderella
Step into a storybook evening of magic and flavor with a Cinderella-themed dinner which acts as a prelude to the musical at the NorShor Theater in Duluth. On select evenings in December, enjoy a four-course menu inspired by the charm of the classic tale. Reservations are strongly recommended before heading to the NorShor. Cinderella menu […]
Find out more »Gatherings by Sheraton: Cookies and Cocoa
Gather in the lobby for an evening of sweet treats and warm sips.
Find out more »Sauna du Nord at Earth Rider Brewery
Sauna du Nord sets up outside Earth Rider Brewery's Cedar Lounge Taproom from 5 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays, 5 to 10 p.m. on Fridays, noon to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and noon to 7 p.m. on Sundays until Dec. 22. Book online at fareharbor.com.
Find out more »Merryweather Inn Holiday Light Display
Merryweather Inn is again hosting Marcia Hales' traditional holiday light display from Dec. 1-31. Cookies and dog biscuits are available in the pink shed on weekends. Letters to Santa can be mailed on the outside of the pink shed. Donations for Healing Paws Rescue will be collected. To see the inside of the house, come […]
Find out more »Christmas Tableaux
A still-life, living nativity play that tells the story of Jesus' birth through scenes, music and scripture readings.
Find out more »5:30 pm
Speed Friending
Dovetail Cafe and Duluth Folk School host a facilitated, friendly event where everyone meets everyone one-on-one for a short conversation. The goal isn’t so much to make “best friends,” but to conversationally connect with a variety of people. While these events might sound intimidating, both introverts and extroverts can enjoy this format. Everyone is welcome.
Find out more »6:00 pm
Quality Ski Time Film Tour
Get stoked for winter with us by watching several films, each showcasing different stories, athletes and types of skiing. All proceeds go to local ski clubs. Camp Blank by Blank Collective Camp Blank follows the Blank crew on their final trip of the ski season to the legendary Camp Blank, where they relive their epic […]
Find out more »John Agacki
Known for his sea shanty shows, Celtic performances and originals, John shares Irish Christmas songs, original fingerpicking tunes and instrumentals.
Find out more »7:00 pm
Midwest American Youth, Throw Me the Remote, Airship Caravan and Campfire Tranarchists
Midwest American Youth, Throw Me the Remote, Airship Caravan and Campfire Tranarchists perform. Doors open at 7 p.m.; music starts at 8.
Find out more »A Bell Noël: Ringing in the Holidays
Strikepoint, Duluth’s internationally-acclaimed handbell ensemble, presents their holiday concert, “A Bell Noël: Ringing in the Holidays.” Organist Velda Graham Bell, flutist Melanie Sever and a string quartet join Strikepoint. Strikepoint rings 6-plus octaves of bronze Schulmerich handbells with additional Malmark aluminum bells, 7 octaves of handchimes, 2 octaves of Silver Melody Bells, 3 octaves of […]
Find out more »Tired Eyes and Greg Cougar Conley
Tired Eyes pays tribute to Neil Young and Crazy Horse. The band consists of Rich Mattson, Alan Sparhawk, Glen Mattson and Kraig Johnson. Greg Cougar Conley is a country-music legend.
Find out more »Emily Haavik and Chuck Haavik
Singer/songwriter Emily Haavik plays a blend of Americana, folk and glitzy-glam country. Opener Chuck Haavik, Emily's father, doubles the Haavik. Tickets are available at the door and online at wussowsconcertcafe.simpletix.com.
Find out more »7:30 pm
Cinderella
This holiday season, the Duluth Playhouse presents a new take on a beloved Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music. With a new script by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane, this contemporary adaptation invites audiences to build a better, kinder world together. The show features a sweeping score by Rodgers & […]
Find out more »A Christmas Comedy Carol or How I Learned to Stop Scrooging and Keep Laughing
Christmas comedy was dead: to begin with. But then, Rubber Chicken Theater decided to make the Twin Ports laugh again with its annual holiday sketch comedy revues. A Christmas Comedy Carol, or, How I Learned to Stop Scrooging and Keep Laughing, runs Dec. 20-21 and 27-28. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. A Christmas Comedy […]
Find out more »10:00 pm
Live DJ Dance Party
Local DJ's spin the tracks, and the people shake what their mamas gave 'em.
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