The Roadside Lupines are a 4-piece folk band based out of Duluth, Minnesota. After meeting in college, the band came together in 2023, blending heartfelt original songs with soulful covers spanning from Duluth’s own Trampled by Turtles to Shania Twain. With a name and music rooted in the North Shore, they capture the spirit of life up north and the place they are grateful to call home. The Roadside Lupines released their debut album at the tail end of 2025! Check it out wherever you get your music.
Attractions
The People and the Place
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.
Forest Bathing at the Lake Superior Zoo
Monday, June 22, 2026 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Explore and be inspired while forest bathing at the Lake Superior Zoo. Different from a nature hike, being fully in the present moment gently awakens awe and discovery. Technology is set aside to plug into the healing and calming power of nature. During the 2 hour session a series of guided invitations are intermixed with walking slowly, sitting in silence, mindfully observing nature, and sharing what is witnessed. There is a mix of solo and group time. The session concludes with tea and light snacks. Return home to your place of belonging as part of what is wonderfully wild. $40 per person, or $70 for one youth and accompanying adult. Pre-registration with payment required.
Science Riot: Scientists Doing Standup?!
Get ready to laugh your lab coat off as Duluth-area scientists try standup comedy for the first time! Join us for a night of laughter, learning, and libations as Science Riot brings its uproarious, in-person comedy show to the Zenith City! After surviving a crash course in comedy, local scientists trade their microscopes for the microphone and deliver hilarious takes and serious insights into their real-life work. Whether you’re a science nerd or just love a good laugh, this is the place to learn the weird and wild secrets of science! Science Riot is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that teaches scientists how to do public outreach through standup-style comedy about their field of expertise. We help STEM folks make science accessible, relatable and engaging. The results speak for themselves: think late night monologue meets TED talk! Get more information about our program.
Flamingo Fest
Birds of a feather flock together! We’re kicking off summer with our 5th Annual Flamingo Fest — a wacky, wild, and wonderfully weird way to pre-game or post-party Grandma’s Marathon! Looking for a chill local getaway? Lincoln Park’s got shops, sips, and bites galore. Want to dance ‘til your wings fall off? Or just chillax in the yard to some vibey tunes and rest your legs. We’ve got that too. Grab your flock, stretch those legs, and let’s get flamingo fabulous. Bent Paddle Taproom Event: 3 PM – 10 PM Live Music: 4 PM – 8 PM 4:30p ~ Willem DaFoe Fan Club 6:30p ~ Entheos Enclave Food Partner: Bowlz N Thangz – With themed bowlz and bites that will have the whole town flocking to the yard! BP Glam Throwdown: Break out your flamingo-themed or tropical best and strut your stuff! Fabulous, flamingo-inspired prizes await the most dazzling participants….
Grandmas Marathon First Class Viewing Train
Saturday, June 20th at 5:45am Enjoy breakfast and drinks while watching Grandmas Marathon. Tickets available at www.DuluthTrains.com.
Bacon & Bloodies: Grandma’s Marathon Race Viewing Bar
Saturday, June 20 | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Open to the public | Cash Bar | Free to attend | Regular parking rates apply Guests can enter via Entrance D (by the traffic circle). Imagine holding a Bloody Mary with a healthy strip of bacon without having to fight the crowds. This is a VIP way to celebrate Grandma’s Marathon morning. Join us to cheer on the Grandma Marathon runners from the perfect perch of the Harbor Roof and Symphony Hall decks. Overlooking Harbor Drive – with a backdrop of Canal Park and the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge – it’s a beautiful spot for an early summer day. And given that Harbor Drive is one of the last legs of the race and runners truly appreciate your cheers. It’s almost a public service! Bloody Marys, local beer, wine, and soft drinks will be available for purchase at the cash…