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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. 

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Café Scientifique: A Deep Dive into SCUBA

Great Lakes Aquarium is excited to partner with Café Scientifique Twin Ports on a free, after-hours, deep dive into SCUBA! This month’s installment will focus on diving the Great Lakes, exploring local shipwrecks, how to get into diving locally, and barriers facing female divers today (and how to circumvent them). 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 6:00 p.m. – Event Begins | Bar opens 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Presentation & Questions 7:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – SCUBA Program – Isle Royale Exhibit 8:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Exhibit Floor Open for Exploration 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 All are welcome to join in on this discussion, explore a full after-hours, child-free exhibit floor, and enjoy local beer, wine, cocktails, and N/A offerings from the Aquarium’s full-service bar. Admission and parking is free for event guests during this event. Cash or credit accepted in the gift store and at the bar. Guests must…

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Martin Luther King Day March & Rally

Gathering & March Time: 10:00 – 11:45 AM (CST) Location: Gather at Family Freedom Center (Washington Center Gymnasium) – Entrance between 3rd and 4th Street on 1st Ave West; Will begin on Lake Street between 3rd and 4th Avenue. MLK Rally Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM (CST) Location: DECC-Symphony Hall Complimentary Parking If you’re interested in joining the NAACP or the planning team for the MLK celebrations, click here.

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Charlie Parr Concert to Support Duluth Sister Cities

In the historic Sacred Heart Music Center, Duluth Sister Cities presents a show that blends the timeless folk music of Charlie Parr with the contemporary visual effects of Altruit, an image and light projection team. Charlie Parr is a Minnesota-born guitarist, songwriter, and interpreter of traditional music. He has released 19 albums over two decades and has been known to perform up to 275 shows a year. Altruit is a Minnesota-based audio/visual project led by projection artists and musicians Karly Ohnstad & Steven Schmidt. Altruit has worked within the local music/arts community to bring unique visual elements and sonic support for concerts and events. Duluth’s Jon Edwards, who plays 12-string and resonator guitars, will be opening the night. All proceeds from this one-time-only event will go to supporting Duluth Sister Cities International.

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Sunrise Coffee

Experience the DECC in a whole new light with this new DECC Presents series, Sunrise Coffee at the DECC. Join us in the beautifully furnished Symphony Hall Lobby to enjoy a sunrise over the Lake Superior harbor. With Duluth Coffee Company coffee in hand, watch the sunrise Thursday mornings with the aerial lift bridge as your backdrop. Sunrise Coffee at the DECC is free and open to the public. Photographers welcome! Coffee is complimentary. The DECC is also sponsoring Sunrise Coffee attendees’ parking. Planning to attend? Let the parking attendant know you’re here for the event, your parking fee will be waived. Enter Door D to Symphony Hall.

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Winter Cribbage League

Start the year with a winning hand in our Winter Cribbage league. Grab your favorite cocktail and best partner… and let’s play! 8-week league starting January 7, 2026 Weekly on Wednesdays starting at 6:30pm 1 match per night (3 games per matchup) 2 players per team (playing doubles), $70 per team 21+ to play Questions? If you have questions about the league or need help registering, reach out to our League Team at 218-520-0539 or leagues@skylinesocialandgames.com.

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Watercolor & Drawing Workshop with Linnea Rose

Kick off the new year with a splash of color! Throughout the month of January, we will welcome local artist Linnea Rose as our Artist-in-Residence. Families are invited to take part in a special series of watercolor and drawing workshops offered every Tuesday from 10:00–11:00 a.m. These sessions are designed for all ages and skill levels — whether your child loves to doodle, explore new art materials, or simply experiment with color. Each week, Linnea will guide young artists through creative prompts, playful techniques, and hands-on artmaking that encourages curiosity and imagination. Caregivers are welcome to join in while kids explore the joy of making art in a supportive, engaging environment. Workshops take place every Tuesday in January from 10am-11am: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 This Artist-in-Residence series is free with museum admission and open to all museum visitors…

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