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Agate & Ore are turning 13! Help us celebrate with otter birthday cake, otter-themed crafts, and special programming all day long! The celebration will also include special appearances by Splish and Splash, the Great Lakes Aquarium otter mascots! Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM at Great Lakes Aquarium No reservation necessary. Standard admission rates apply; members are always free! For more event details, visit GLAquarium.org/OttersBirthday.
What’s happening on the St. Louis River right now? Join us for our new River Revival event series, a monthly gathering to learn about the river, ongoing restoration at Wisconsin Point and Allouez Bay, and ways to connect with this special place. Hosted the third Thursday of the month April–September, each event features engaging presentations from local partners and knowledge holders. Attendees will also have the chance to enjoy hands-on creative activities, informal conversation, and opportunities to share their questions and perspectives. Join us for our first River Revival on Thursday, April 16, from 5–6:30 PM at the Superior Public Library. Anishinaabe artist, educator, and community organizer Giizh Agaton Howes of Heart Berry will share about the ~11-mile inaugural Anishinaabe Canoe Migration she organized on the St. Louis River in 2025. Come hear from the paddlers who followed ancestral waterways from Chambers Grove to Woodstock Bay — all in an…
Presented by Pace Live TICKETS Tickets on sale now! ABOUT THE SHOW Direct from Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production, ‘A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation,’ touring the USA in 2026. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, and the recent West End cast of Éireann, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance. Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well-known songs, the show’s reimagined…
Join the St. Louis River Alliance and St. Louis River Area of Concern coordinators for an evening celebrating the recovery of manoomin (wild rice) in the St. Louis River Estuary. This free community event will take place Tuesday, April 7, from 5:30–7:30 PM at Clyde Iron Works, 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth. Discover why manoomin is vital to the health of the river, what its return tells us about decades of restoration work, and what this progress means for the future of our community. Local organizations will be tabling and eager to share their projects, stories, and opportunities to get involved. The evening will feature special guest speaker Deanna Erickson, Director of the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve, who will share insights on the importance of this sacred plant and all the St. Louis River relatives wild rice supports — including those of us living along, paddling, and ricing…
Elevate your next event without breaking the bank. From the world-class facilities at the DECC to the walkable charm of Canal Park, Duluth offers a big city meeting experience that is budget-friendly by nature. Discover how our unique blend of professional amenities, diverse lodging, and rugged North Shore beauty creates an unforgettable (and affordable) backdrop for your team’s next big breakthrough.
After Day One: Explore Minnesota Tourism Conference Welcome Reception Enjoy local flair, interactive experiences, bites, and drinks (cash bar) The party will be in the Harborside Ballrooom, hosted by Visit Duluth and the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC). Come see our deck Igloo and enjoy a beverage inside!