Two people, a canoer and a kayaker, have rafted up as they sit in their boats on lake superior and watch a live outdoor concert hosted at glensheen mansion, where people sit and surround the musician in a casual atmosphere.

Events

good times on the great lake

In Duluth, we don’t believe in boredom. With 12 months of festivals and fun-filled events, our calendar is packed with great times all year long and all across the city.


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$10 Tuesday on the Vista Fleet

Explore for less with $10 Tuesday aboard the Vista Fleet! Enjoy a fully narrated 75-minute sightseeing cruise through the Duluth harbor and around the Twin Ports for just $10 per ticket. Take in skyline views, historic landmarks, and maybe even spot a freighter or two as you learn about the unique working waterfront of Lake Superior during this fully narrated tour. Full concessions and bar available onboard. Tickets available online!

July 8 Vista Fleet vistafleet.com
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Kids Bowl for Free

Roll in our Kids Bowl For Free summer bowling program. Reserve your lane online. All summer: June 9 – August 29, 2025 Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm 1.5 hours of bowling for FREE Shoe rental NOT included: $3/kid Traditional bowling only Kids 12 years old and under

July 8 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Skyline Social and Games skylinesocialandgames.com
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Taco Tuesdays Patio Sessions

Enjoy local, live music on our amazing patio every ‘Taco Tuesday’ at Hungry Hippie Tacos! Great local music, taco and beer specials and years games! Fun for all ages!!

July 8 • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Hungry Hippie Tacos
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Kids Bowl for Free

Roll in our Kids Bowl For Free summer bowling program. Reserve your lane online. All summer: June 9 – August 29, 2025 Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm 1.5 hours of bowling for FREE Shoe rental NOT included: $3/kid Traditional bowling only Kids 12 years old and under

July 9 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Skyline Social and Games skylinesocialandgames.com
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Bonus Play Wednesday

Looking for fun things to do this summer? Skyline Social and Games has you covered with Bonus Play Wednesdays… where arcade games are half the credits, all day long. Grab a friend, bring the kids, or challenge yourself to a new high score. Enjoy classics like air hockey and Skee ball, check out augmented reality favorites like King Kong and Virtual Rabbids, or try something new like Goatz and Ropes, Snow Day, Mega Shot, and more (offer excludes instant win/crane games).

July 9 • 11:00 am - 11:30 pm Skyline Social and Games skylinesocialandgames.com
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Concerts on the Pier

Plan Now For A Perfect Summer Night at Glensheen Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025, the Concerts on the Pier series is a FREE event every Wednesday, July – August. Bring a lawn chair or explore the grounds to find the perfect spot to enjoy music by local favorites. This year, to celebrate 10 summers of Concerts on the Pier, Glensheen will be bringing back a crowd favorite from each of the past nine summers. Come by car, foot or watercraft – all people and ages are welcome! Food and beverages are available for purchase. The event is free and open to the public from 5 to 8 pm. Gates open at 5 pm, however, for those interested, early access can be obtained by purchasing grounds admission or a tour. Each night, the opener will perform from 5:30-6 pm and the headliner will play from 6:30-8 pm. At Concerts, guests can...

July 9 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Glensheen glensheen.org
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Lake Superior Live ft. Greg Tiburzi

Unwind on the water with Lake Superior Live, a casual weekday evening cruise featuring live local music, great views, and a relaxed BBQ-style dinner. Set sail aboard the Vista Fleet for a laid-back night of Duluth harbor sights and Superior breezes, with live music by singer-songwriter Greg Tiburzi. Enjoy a classic BBQ dinner with pulled pork sandwiches, mac & cheese, chips, and a cookie — all included with your ticket. Weather permitting, we’ll cruise through the Duluth canal and Superior entry for a memorable evening on the lake. Open seating. Reservations required.

July 9 • 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Vista Fleet vistafleet.com
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Festival of Sail Cruises with Vista Fleet

Experience the magic of Tall Ships Duluth from the best seat in town — on the water. Vista Fleet offers front-row access during Festival of Sail Duluth, with cruises for the Grand Parade of Sail, daily sightseeing, sunset dinners, cocktail cruises, and more. No festival ticket is required to board your cruise — just reserve your spot and enjoy the views from Lake Superior. Cruises will be running all day long!

July 10 - July 13 Vista Fleet vistafleet.com