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2025 marks the 19th Anniversary of Minnesota Ballet’s Celebrity Dance Challenge, an annual fundraising event that pairs local celebrities with professional dancers from the company for a fun and competitive evening of dance. Participants perform in a range of styles — such as ballroom, jazz, and contemporary — and audience members vote for their favorites. The event includes a social hour, refreshments, and a high-energy show. Proceeds from the Celebrity Dance Challenge support the Minnesota Ballet’s educational programs and its professional dance company, helping sustain its mission of artistic excellence and community engagement. Social hour with appetizers and cash bar starts at 5:30pm. Performance at 7:00pm at the Depot Theatre in the St. Louis County Depot.
The annual free Pride Festival will celebrate our 40th anniversary in Duluth’s beautiful panoramic Bayfront Festival Park. With beer tents, food trucks, an exciting group of exhibitors, information booths, merchandise vendors, an area of fun games and activities for children & families, and a full day of entertainment on the main stage. 2026 Schedule of Events Thu, Sep 03: Mayors’ Reception from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Historic Union Depot, 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth, MN 55802. Fri, Sep 04: The Queerest Art Show Ever Reception from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Prøve Gallery, 21 N. Lake Ave., Duluth, MN 55802. Sat, Sep 05: Pride Festival from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM at Bayfront Festival Park, 350 Harbor Dr., Duluth, MN 55802. Sun, Sep 06: Pride Parade at 12pm on Tower Avenue in Superior, WI 54880. For more information, visit https://www.duluthsuperiorpride.com/
The annual free Pride Festival will celebrate our 40th anniversary in Duluth’s beautiful panoramic Bayfront Festival Park, with events all around the Twin Ports throughout the weekend – including the parade on Tower Avenue in Superior on Sunday. With beer tents, food trucks, an exciting group of exhibitors, information booths, merchandise vendors, an area of fun games and activities for children & families, and a full day of entertainment on the main stage. 2026 date TBD. For more information, visit https://www.duluthsuperiorpride.com/
The St. Louis County Depot is brewing up something robust for 2026! The mission of our coffee fest: Connecting community with coffee culture in an extraordinary building. Coffee enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone seeking a delightful weekend experience are invited to come together for this celebration of all things coffee – morning’s favorite beverage (sorry, beer). The Bienvenue Coffee Fest promises an unforgettable experience featuring an array of specialty coffees, educational programming, delicious food, and engaging activities for the whole family. Bienvenue means welcome, and that’s our goal: to make everyone feel welcome at the Depot, in Duluth and all across St. Louis County & Minnesota. We can’t think of anything more welcoming than inviting a friend over for a cup of coffee. Date 2026 date TBD. Time 2026 time TBD. Location The Depot Great Hall Cost Free
Magic Smelt Puppet Troupe presents its 13th annual community costume-and-puppet parade, assembling at the aerial lift bridge on the lawn behind the Paulucci Building, with a brief performance to introduce the puppets and the Twin Cities brass band, the Brass Messengers. Everyone will be invited to join the procession down the Lakewalk. Festivities begin at 3:30 p.m. The spectacle features masks, large puppets and a Twin Cities brass band, the Brass Messengers. Also participating in the parade is a stilt-walking Royal Guard, an energetic school of silver smelt puppet and mask dancers, and a musical procession featuring the giant Smelt Queen. The non-motorized parade follows the Lakewalk to a smelt fry and dance party at the Zeitgeist Arts Cafe at 5 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in silver on black or blue. Email contact@magicsmelt.com to get involved.
Downtown Duluth Days (previously Sidewalk Days) is Duluth’s biggest summer celebration. For two days, downtown comes alive with something for everyone of all ages! By day, enjoy a vibrant mix of food trucks, workout classes, workshops, family-friendly events, and more. With over 175 vendors, including 25+ food vendors, there’s always something new to explore and taste. Then as the sun sets, get ready for the highlight: a lively nighttime block party with music, dancing, and great vibes all along one city block. Downtown Duluth Days (and Nights) is your chance to experience community, creativity, and celebration — right in the heart of downtown.
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