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Experience fall in Duluth from the water aboard Vista Fleet’s Lunch & Leaves Cruise! Take in the beautiful fall colors of the Northland while enjoying a relaxing cruise aboard the Vista Star and a delicious lunch from MidCoast Catering. Choose from a Turkey, Bacon & Swiss sandwich with cranberry mayo, lettuce and tomato; a Ham & Provolone Croissant with lettuce and tomato; or a Hummus Wrap with zucchini, squash, roasted red peppers, spinach and hummus. Each lunch is served with Cream of Wild Rice soup, chips and dessert. Along the way, enjoy narrated highlights about the Duluth-Superior Harbor, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, and the area’s unique and historic bridges. Space is limited, so reserve your spot and enjoy one of the best ways to experience fall in Duluth!
Celebrate fall on Lake Superior aboard our Harvest Dinner Cruise on the Vista Fleet! Take in the colors of the season, Duluth’s skyline, and harbor activity while enjoying a relaxing two-hour cruise complete with a fall-inspired dinner catered by Black Woods. Dinner includes your choice of Champagne Chicken, Roasted Pork Tenderloin, or Butternut Squash Ravioli, served with Butter & Chive Whipped Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans Almondine, Black Woods House Salad, and a roll with butter. Dessert is also available to add to your reservation for a sweet ending to your evening. The Harvest Dinner Cruise is open to all ages and reservations are required. Join us for one of the best ways to experience fall in Duluth; from the water!
Experience a fall morning on Lake Superior aboard Vista Fleet’s Coffee & Colors Cruise! Hop aboard the Vista Queen in time to catch Duluth’s iconic sunrise from the water, then take in the vibrant fall colors along the Northland’s hillsides. Along the way, learn about the Duluth-Superior Harbor, local history, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, and the area’s unique and historic bridges. Complimentary coffee and breakfast pastries are included, making this the perfect way to start a crisp fall day in Duluth. This cruise features open seating. Please note that the Vista Queen is not wheelchair accessible.
✨ Outdoor Clay Workshops All Day at Chambers Grove Park Sunday August 30th Participant Tickets: $25 per maker early bird pricing through 8/19 Drop in anytime | 10 AM-3 PM Create at your own pace. Stay as long as you’d like. Free clay demos for everyone! ✨ Advance tickets appreciated to help estimate clay materials. Each ticket covers 1 adult/ 1 child. Please purchase additional tickets for additional participating children / adults. Squish! is a relaxed, outdoor drop-in clay day held at Chambers Grove Park. There are no scheduled class times, so you can arrive anytime between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM and create at your own pace. Your participant ticket includes access to hands-on clay making, guidance from the instructor, and all materials needed to make your project. Wander between making, hiking, take breaks, playground, watch live clay demos, enjoy the riverside setting, or simply spend time with family…
Celebrate community, love, and self-expression in the Twin Ports! We’ve created the ultimate insider’s guide to this year’s milestone celebration over Labor Day weekend. From the Mayor’s Reception and Saturday’s flagship free festival to Sunday’s historic Pride Parade and the Foo Foo Choo Choo, discover how to plan the perfect, inclusive long-weekend getaway in Duluth and Superior.
Our Wednesday Night at the Races series has become one of our most popular Young Athletes Foundation (YAF) programs! The Wednesday Night at the Races series is free and open to any child ages 14 & under. Whether it’s your child’s first-ever race or they’ve just fallen in love with running, we’d love to see them at our next event! The summer series starts in late July and continues throughout August, culminating in our last race of the year which includes a free shirt for every participant and year-end picnic for the kids and their families! 2026 Wednesday Night at the Races All races start at 6pm. July 22 — Hermantown July 29 — Superior & Esko August 5 — Proctor August 12 — Two Harbors & Hibbing August 19 — Lake Superior Zoo
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