Sep 2022
Mountain bike ride to ‘Cheers to Chester’ benefit
Mountain bikers of all levels of ability are welcome to join a group trail ride. The route will start at the Chester Bowl parking lot and end at the Cheers to Chester fundraiser at Bent Paddle Brewery, 8.5 miles away. Shuttle rides will be available back to Chester Park at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reserve your shuttle spot at Skihut.com or at the Ski Hut table. Preregistration encouraged but not required.
Find out more »Jun 2023
Chester Creek Concert Series: Sorta Country
The 40th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4321 after 3 p.m. the night of the concert or visit duluthmn.gov/parks/cancellations.
Find out more »Jul 2023
Chester Bowl Bridge Ribbon Cutting
The city of Duluth and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the recent bridge installation that restores year-round access across Chester Creek and improves trail connectivity around Chester Bowl. The new bridge better supports recreation year-round. The construction and installation of the bridge was funded through a Community Development Public Facilities grant, economic development funding from St. Louis County, and donations to the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. In-kind support was also provided by…
Find out more »Chester Creek Concert Series: Aly Aleigha
Aly Aleigha plays indie-Americana music. The 40th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4321 after 3 p.m. the night of the concert or visit duluthmn.gov/parks/cancellations.
Find out more »Chester Creek Concert Series: North Shore Big Band
The North Shore Big Band is a 16-piece swing band based in Duluth. The 40th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4321 after 3 p.m. the night of the concert or visit duluthmn.gov/parks/cancellations.
Find out more »Aug 2023
Chester Creek Concert Series: Ross Thorn (Canceled)
Due to forecasted rain, Duluth Parks and Recreation has canceled the Ross Thorn concert at Chester Bowl.
Find out more »Chester Creek Concert Series: The Most Wanted
The Most Wanted is a cover band that performs a mix of genres. The 40th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4321 after 3 p.m. the night of the concert or visit duluthmn.gov/parks/cancellations.
Find out more »55+ Trail Trekkers: Chester Park
Duluth Parks and Rec will lead a hiking group for adults ages 55+. There will be a chance to explore a new trail each Monday evening throughout the summer. Hikes vary in difficulty. Dress for the weather. Chester Park trail is a moderate hike and is the destination this week. Pre-registration is required. Other Trail Treks: Aug. 21 5:45-6:45 p.m. Observation Hill, Difficult 3096 Aug. 28 5:45-6: 45 p.m. Lester Park, Moderate 3097
Find out more »Chester Creek Concert Series: The Fish Heads
The Fish Heads is a Duluth-based bluegrass, country and folk band. The 40th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4321 after 3 p.m. the night of the concert or visit duluthmn.gov/parks/cancellations.
Find out more »Sep 2023
Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2023
The 38th annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest features more than 130 vendors displaying arts, crafts, produce and information about local programs. There will also be 10 food venders and live music. The Chester Bowl Improvement Club will be selling branded gear at the entrance. Suggested donations of $5 per person or $10 per family will be accepted at the entrance to support Chester winter program scholarships for kids in need who want to participate in winter sports. The public is…
Find out more »Jun 2024
Chester Bowl Run and Potluck
The Northern Minnesota Track Club Spring Trail Series is comprised of six races in Duluth and Superior. This race is at Chester Bowl, a very hilly and technical single-track course following a cross-country ski trail and the Dan Proctor Hiking Trail within the 117-acre Chester Park. All runners must sign a waiver to participate; only one waiver is needed for the entire year. Dogs are not allowed on NMTC runs. All races are free; donations are accepted. The races start…
Find out more »Duluth-stämman 2024: Nordic Music and Dance Festival
The Nordic Center presents the second annual Duluth-stämman: Nordic Music and Dance Festival. Building off the success of Nisswa-stämman’s 20 years of celebrating Nordic music and dance in the Brainerd area, the Nordic Center continues this festival tradition in Duluth. This year’s festival offers dances, workshops, jam circles, performances, youth activities and an experience that is inclusive to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. This year’s musical performers will include many of the finest Nordic musicians from around North…
Find out more »Duluth-stämman Workshop: Swedish Folk Singing
Learn to “trall” a lively dance tune or sing a lullaby that will put even a troll child to sleep. Rose Arrowsmith shares a sampling of her favorite folk songs, learned from teachers such as Maria Röjås, Anders Larsson and Lise Enochsson. As time allows Rose will add ornamentation, rounds and harmonies. Singers will learn by ear and don’t need to have any experience speaking Swedish. Music and pronunciation recordings will be available for reference after the workshop. This workshop…
Find out more »Duluth-stämman Workshop: Beginning Scandinavian Fiddle
Zosha Warpeha leads a fiddle class for beginner and early intermediate fiddlers, teaching a Norwegian reinlender, a fun and bouncy styled tune that is danced to throughout the Nordic countries. Variants and alternate names include ringlender, regnlender, schottis, shottis. This workshop is taught by ear, but participants are given sheet music for the tune at the conclusion of the workshop. This workshop is part of the the second annual Duluth-stämman: Nordic Music and Dance Festival, which offers dances, workshops, jam…
Find out more »Duluth-stämman Workshop: Hambo
Many people consider hambo to be the national dance of Sweden. Elise Peters teaches attendees this repeating pattern, and as a bonus, the “turn” can be applied to many of the polska style dances. This workshop is part of the the second annual Duluth-stämman: Nordic Music and Dance Festival, which offers dances, workshops, jam circles, performances and youth activities that aim to be inclusive to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. To view the full schedule and purchase tickets…
Find out more »Forest Bathing
Duluth Folk School presents this three-hour Forest Bathing walk, offering the opportunity to "slow down and carefully observe our senses." The organizers suggest "we may begin to notice incredible things about ourselves and the more-than-human world around us. In escaping the rapid pace of our everyday routines we may find unparalleled wonder in the moment and relax into the beauty all around us." To register visit duluthfolkschool.com.
Find out more »Music in the Park: Born Too Late
Born Too Late performs a variety of covers and original music. The 41st annual Music in the Park concert series, formerly known as the Chester Creek Concert Series, features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer at Chester Bowl and Lincoln Park, and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Music in the Park hotline…
Find out more »Music in the Park: Ida Jo and The Trash Cats
Ida Jo performs folk and soul music. The Trash Cats performs acoustic rock. The 41st annual Music in the Park concert series, formerly known as the Chester Creek Concert Series, features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer at Chester Bowl and at Lincoln Park, and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Music in…
Find out more »Jul 2024
Music in the Park: Sydney Hansen
Sydney Hansen performs Country and Rock music. The 41st annual Music in the Park concert series, formerly known as the Chester Creek Concert Series, features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer at Chester Bowl and at Lincoln Park, and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Music in the Park hotline at 218-730-4321 after…
Find out more »Music in the Park: Cyr and the Cosmonauts
Cyr and the Cosmonauts perform Eclectic Americana music. The 41st annual Music in the Park concert series, formerly known as the Chester Creek Concert Series, features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer at Chester Bowl and at Lincoln Park, and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Music in the Park hotline at 218-730-4321…
Find out more »Music in the Park: Mary Bue & the Monarchy
Mary Bue & the Monarchy perform indie rock music. The 41st annual Music in the Park concert series, formerly known as the Chester Creek Concert Series, features a variety of live music and local food trucks. The concerts are held on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer at Chester Bowl and at Lincoln Park, and are presented by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Chester Bowl Improvement Club. For weather-related cancellations or updates, call the Music in the Park hotline at…
Find out more »Aug 2024
Foraging Foray at Chester Bowl
This two-hour class focuses on providing attendees with the basics of plant identification. It is a beginner-level course for those who may be too nervous to try wild plants and mushrooms, or for someone who needs guidance in identification. The identification information focuses on wild edibles, but foraging can also include searching for fibers, weaving materials and other craft supplies. Register online at duluthfolkschool.com.
Find out more »Sep 2024
PBS North Celebrates 60 Years
Local artisans from the show Making It Up North will be on hand as well as various food trucks, a craft beer garden (1-4 p.m.) and a performance from Grammy Award winners The Okee Dokee Brothers. Also performing will be The Stearns County Pachanga Society, Minneapolis performer Nicholas David and the Woodland Sky Native American Dance Company. Talent and producers from local PBS programming will be on-hand from 10-1 p.m. Adults and kids can meet and take a photo with…
Find out more »Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2024
The 40th annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest features more than 130 vendors displaying arts, crafts, produce and information about local programs. There will also be 10 food venders and live music (see schedule below). The Chester Bowl Improvement Club will be selling branded gear at the entrance. Suggested donations of $5 per person or $10 per family will be accepted at the entrance to support Chester winter program scholarships for kids in need who want to participate in winter sports.…
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