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Karl von Rabenau’s original choreography transforms Washington Irving’s legendary ghost story into the ultimate Halloween weekend event — a tale of rivalry, romance, and one very unforgettable ride through Sleepy Hollow. Performances at 7:00 pm on October 30, 2026 and 3:00 pm on October 31-November 1, 2026, at UMD’s Marshall Performing Arts Center.
Join us for our first Brew at the Zoo! It’s like our beloved, decades-long Boo at the Zoo… but for adults. Join us for unlimited samples from some of our favorite craft beverage makers + more! Beverage Participants include: Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Blacklist Brewing Co. Budweiser / Sparkling Ice Canal Park Brewing Company Cash Wise Liquor Castle Danger Brewery Duluth Cider Duluth Whiskey Project Earth Rider Brewery Mule 2.0 The Spice & Tea Exchange of Duluth Ursa Minor Brewing Vikre Distillery Wild State Cider Food Trucks: Emma’s Global Delights LLC. And Emma’s Kitchen Burger Joint BK NUTS LLC AND, since it’s in the middle of Boo season, the zoo will be decked out with Halloween decor. Costumes are encouraged! (but not required) And we’ll have fun Halloween activities to partake in! This event is rain or shine * Lake Superior Zoo is accessible via the Duluth Transit Authority: 103…
Fall Into Winter Makers Market – October 24–25 in Canal Park As fall gives way to winter, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about holiday shopping! Join us for the Fall Into Winter Makers Market, our last outdoor Makers Market of the year. Skip the ordinary and discover something truly special! Shop unique, handmade gifts, jewelry, art, home décor, seasonal treasures, and more from talented independent artists, makers, and small businesses. Every purchase supports a small business and the people behind the products. You’ll find thoughtful gifts with a story, one-of-a-kind creations, and plenty of inspiration for everyone on your holiday list. **EVENT DETAILS** **When:** Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25, 2026 **Time:** 10 AM–4 PM both days **Where:** Outdoor deck between Duluth Studio Market and Little Angie’s in Canal Park, Duluth, Minnesota WHY YOU’LL WANT TO STOP BY – Get a head start on holiday shopping. –…
Death Of The Heron pops back over Friday November 6th for some heaviness with Shadow Lake, Draconian Hate, Glass Casket, & Galleon! Stop over for Friday night live tunes 🤘 Doors: 7pm · Music: 8pm $5 · 21+
Join us for a hilarious night of live dating with comedians crashing the entire night making it hilarious and somehow worse Due to high demand, Funny Bachelors is coming back to Duluth for one night only 💥 📍 Wednesday Nov 11th at the caddy shack! Doors 6PM | 7PM showtime The most unhinged dating show is back, where real singles go on actual blind dates LIVE on stage, while a panel of comedians roasts, riffs, and lovingly sabotages the whole thing using every nuance of a first date as target practice. It’s part comedy show, part reality dating experiment, and fully chaotic fun. We have expanded to multiple cities and states, been on interviewed on multiple new sources, and been featured in the 10k laughs festival! 💘 Whether you’re hunting for love, drama, or just a night of laugh-out-loud mischief..Funny Bachelors is the wild ride you didn’t know you needed….
Purchase Tickets Online Join us for the 21st annual Veterans Memorial Hall Remembrance Dinner on Thursday, December 3, 2026, in the Great Hall at the St. Louis County Depot. This year’s keynote presentation, “Shipbuilding in the Twin Ports During World War II,” will be presented by Stephen B. Daniel. During World War II, shipyards throughout Duluth and Superior built military and support vessels for the war effort. Stephen Daniel will explore where these ships were built, the types of vessels produced, and the people who worked in the local shipyards, including the important role women played as many men left the region for military service. The evening begins with a social hour at 5:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. and the keynote presentation at 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be catered by Valentini’s, and guests may also participate in a silent auction. Tickets are $65 per person. Join us…