From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special.
Join us for the newest art installation at the Duluth Grill! The After Hours Art Show will showcase artists from Minnesconsin Gallery and their work. The event will feature Marissa Saurer, Sue Pavlatos, Lori Franklin, Anni Friesen, Linnaea Borealis Rose, Kris Nelson, Kellie Rae Theiss, Steve Martindale, Mandy Berg, and other local area artists. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists, learn the stories behind their creations, and socialize with fellow art enthusiasts in a curated atmosphere. Complimentary wine and appetizers will be served and a cash bar will be available. Free and open to all.
Join MPR News host Emily Bright as she discusses the top 2026 Summer Reads with Regional Bookstores. Celebrate the joy of summer reading with an engaging and community-focused event that brings together book club members, avid readers, and local independent bookstore owners. Attendees will discover top summer titles across genres, hear insider recommendations on what to read next, and connect with other book lovers. Our Bookseller panel for the evening will include: Zenith Bookstore Amazing Alanzo Bookstore Foxes and Fireflies Free, but please reserve a spot!
Get ready for an evening of sultry storytelling, plot twists, and pasties as The Duluth Dolls bring some of our favorite stories to life – one tease at a time! Join us Saturday, June 6th at The Caddy Shack for an evening featuring glamorous performances inspired by beloved books, guilty pleasures, and forbidden chapters. Featuring special guest Curvee B of TC Cabaret! And Zenith Bookstore is popping up at our event to provide the essential props needed for your ‘mysterious person reading in a corner’ aesthetic! Doors open at 8:00 PM Show starts at 9:30 PM $15 cover at the door Intermission raffle featuring books from Zenith Bookstore Whether you love classic literature, spicy romance, fantasy adventures, or a little smut on the shelf, this is one storytime you won’t want to miss.
Join award winning author Marcie Rendon (White Earth Ojibwe tribal member) as she leads a writing workshop, book reading and Q & A. Local Duluth authors Linda LeGarde Grover, Tashia Hart and Carolyn Sue Olson will be joining and giving tips on becoming an author. Free and open to the public. Light Refreshments. Door Prizes!
Ride the Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad. A historic 2-hour rail journey through the majestic St. Louis River Estuary. Family-friendly, volunteer-run, and purely Duluth. Our narrated tour takes you along the original Lake Superior & Mississippi line in vintage coaches. Go where cars and hiking boots can’t reach. The St. Louis River Estuary is a hidden sanctuary for bald eagles, osprey, and Northland wildlife. Bring your camera for unparalleled views of the Duluth riverfront. Best to arrive about a half-hour before departure. Our ticket office is located just off of Grand Avenue.
June at the Rock is a celebration of creativity, community, and place. We are proud to feature Voyageur Artists, a collective of local artists from Two Harbors whose work reflects the beauty and character of Minnesota’s North Shore. This group exhibit brings together a diverse range of styles, perspectives, and mediums — all rooted in a shared connection to the landscapes, waters, and communities that define this region. From painting to photography and beyond, each piece offers a unique interpretation of place. Voyageur Artists are dedicated to inspiring creativity within the community through exhibitions, workshops, and educational opportunities. Their work not only celebrates the North Shore, but also supports the next generation of artists through scholarships and outreach. On display June 1–30 Meet the Artists: Saturdays in June | 10 AM – 6 PM Experience the North Shore through many lenses — and meet the artists who call it home.
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