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Nov 2023
Winterers’ Gathering and Arctic Film Festival
The Winterers’ Gathering and Arctic Film Festival celebrates the crafts, customs, history and stories that have been inspired by winter. Come to North House Folk School for a weekend packed with winter-centric events including an Arctic Film Fest, winter tent camp, a great gear and ski sale, contra dancing, a chili feed, slam poetry and more. They will also host featured speaker, Tim Cahill, co-founder of Outside Magazine. For more information visit northhouse.org.
Find out more »Benedictine Boogie
The St. Scholastica Jazz Band and the North Shore Big Band present an evening of swing dancing in the Benedictine Commons. Instructors from North Shore Ballroom will provide lessons for the first half hour, then the dance floor will be open until 9 p.m. Come and dance the night away! Tickets are $7 for general admission and free for students pre-K to college.
Find out more »Dec 2023
One event on Dec 2, 2023 at 7:30 pm
One event on Dec 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Dec 3, 2023 at 2:00 pm
DanceWorks 2023
One event on Dec 2, 2023 at 7:30 pm
One event on Dec 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Dec 3, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Every year, faculty, students and guest choreographers offer a variety of dance styles and interpretations around a chosen theme to showcase the talent of the University of Duluth Minnesota's dance community. Full Schedule of Shows: Dec. 1 | 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 | 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 | 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for students or children, $10 for UMD students, and $20 for seniors, UMD faculty, staff and veterans. Reserved seating.
Find out more »Celebrate Jolabokaflod at Duluth Public Library
Celebrate winter reading and the gifting season with Jolabokaflod at the Main Library! Jolabokaflod is an Icelandic word (meaning holiday book flood) and tradition that originated during World War II. Paper was one of the few unrationed commodities during the war, making books one of the few gifts available during the winter holidays. The tradition lives on and the Duluth Public Library invites you to join in! Cozy up with a book in our quiet community reading space in the…
Find out more »The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale
This annual holiday classic with a Duluth twist features the Minnesota Ballet's professional and student dancers performing with a live orchestra playing the Tchaikovsky score. Performances run Dec. 8-10. Synopsis: While on a holiday trip, young Clara has an enchanting dream of her beloved nutcracker doll coming to life. She encounters fairies, princes, lumberjacks, sweetmakers and more. Tickets are available online through Ticketmaster or by calling 218-733-7570.
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 »La Vie en Rouge Burlesque Show
The Duluth Dolls Burlesque and Cabaret Troupe are back in The Rathskeller with La Vie en Rouge burlesque shows inspired by Belle Époque. The first show is from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and the second from 10:30 p.m. to midnight. T Tickets are sold separately for each show. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite anytime after October 1. Limited day-of tickets at the door are $25. Belle Époque inspired attire is encouraged. A selection of whiskey, wine,…
Find out more »Noon Year’s Eve at the Library
Kids in second grade and younger are invited to celebrate the New Year at noon instead of midnight. Attendees should drop in anytime between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for dancing, crafts, snacks and games. Kids can also count down to the noon balloon drop.
Find out more »Mont du Lac’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
Mont du Lac hosts a two-day celebration in spirit of the new year and their 75th anniversary. On Dec. 30, guests are encouraged to "channel your inner Gatsby for a night of elegance" and celebrate the New Year during the G.O.A.T. Party. Dec. 30 Schedule: 6 - 10 PM: Exclusive G.O.A.T. Party in the Great Room and dinner 10 PM: Lantern launch at the top of the hill Dec. 31 Schedule ("The Eras Bash): 7 - 10 PM: Exclusive Eras…
Find out more »New Year’s Eve at the Duluth Flame
Celebrate the New Year at the Duluth Flame. Both levels will be open.
Find out more »Glamour & Gold: A Great Gatsby New Year’s Eve
Glitterati Events presents this Gatsby-themed New Year's Eve extravaganza at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. There will be a silent auction in support of Ronald McDonald House-Northland, with coat-check services provided by the organization. VIP tickets are $89 and include dance lessons, early access to games, a 1920s Tarot card reading, and a dinner served at 7 p.m. There will also be a pre-dinner gathering at p.m. For those joining the party after 8 p.m., "Here for the Party" tickets…
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 »Tango Night with the Randy Lee Band
Randy Lee Band with be playing a 2 hour set of Tango music at the masonic center of Duluth in the Scottish Rite Auditorium. Argentine dance lesson at 6:30 p.m. Music and open dancing starts at 7. Come dance or come listen, watch and enjoy. No partner needed No experience necessary. Donations will help to insure Simply Ballroom collective mission of creating a more diverse and vibrant dance community and supporting live music and locale venues.
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