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Happy Homegrown! Each year from April 26 to May 3, the Zenith City transforms into an eight-day, 172-band musical marathon. Join local musician and Steering Committee member Famous Kaylee for an insider’s guide to navigating Duluth’s favorite local holiday — from snagging your weeklong wristband and mastering Western Wednesday to catching sets at Amsoil Arena and finding your new favorite band in a Lincoln Park taproom.
‘Tis the season to clear out your old gear and score something new (to you). Bring your clean gear, set your own prices, and buy, sell, or trade. Coming to shop? Bring a few small, in-demand items and see what you can trade — or just come ready to find a great deal. The choice is yours! Shop items from local sellers, Free Air Life, Tortoise & Hare, and Romp Bags! Got clothing that doesn’t sell? Leave it with us — we’ll donate it to Union Gospel Mission after the event. Want to sell? We’re looking for vendors! We still have a few more spots available if you’ve got some gear you’d like to sell! Email marketing@bentpaddlebrewing.com to reserve your spot. Space is limited to about 10–12 tables (feel free to team up with friends), plus outdoor space for larger items.
Danny Frank and Erin Aldridge will be pairing down their full 5-piece Smoky Gold sound to a sweet duo set, showcasing their soulful vocals, rich harmonies, and as always, virtuosic instrumentalism. Adam Herman & Friends performing some old and new blues tunes from B.B. King to Gary Clark Jr. with some fun originals tossed throughout. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly
Come as you are for Harbor City Roller Derby’s home opener! Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Duluth Heritage Sports Center. Join us with a throwback to the grunge era for Smells Like Derby Spirit, a night inspired by the iconic Nirvana Nevermind album. Expect gritty energy and derby attitude that would make the 90’s proud! Harbor City Roller Derby (HCRD) faces off against the Windchill from Minnesota Roller Derby in St. Paul. Embrace the season with flannel, band tees, ripped jeans, and rebellious spirit! Bonus points for HCRD blue! Tickets available now!
Celebration Talent hosts professionally run, on time, family-friendly events all across the country, focused on your children and students. We love what we do and think it shows! We hope you’ll consider joining us for our National Finals in Duluth, MN. Duluth is home to the world-famous lift bridge and boasts fun family attractions, lakeside events, and a quaint downtown area. The CTC National Finals will include free convention classes taught by our judges and other faculty, dancers’ welcome party, the Showdown, a dance-off event to crown our Dancer of the Year winners and select the top group performances, plus thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. Celebration Talent Dance Competition – Regionals I: April 17-19, 2026, schedule out now! Celebration Talent Dance Competition – Regionals II: April 24-26, 2026, schedule out now! Celebration Talent Dance Competition – Nationals: June 23-27, 2026, schedule out now! For more information, www.celebrationtalent.com/
Join us at Studio Four in the Depot for our April Nerd Nite! Presentations include “The Care & Clothing of Your Seat” by Andrine Lemieux; “Math in Media” by Jessica Schirle, PhD; and “Look Outside: Hope in a Time of Hopelessness” by Briar Fernquist. Doors at 6:30PM, show at 7PM. Admission is still just $5!