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Celebrate the incredible dark skies above Split Rock Lighthouse during Dark Sky Night, presented in partnership with the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium as part of their annual Dark Sky Caravan. Join us on Tuesday, August 11, from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm for an evening of stargazing and exploration. Look through telescopes to observe celestial objects, take part in live guided tours of the night sky, and learn to identify the stars, planets, and constellations visible above Lake Superior. Interested in photographing the night sky? Local photographers will be available throughout the evening to share tips and techniques for capturing the stars above one of Minnesota’s most iconic landmarks. If clouds roll in, the fun doesn’t stop! We’ll still enjoy interactive activities and digital sky tours that will help you discover what to look for when the skies clear. Whether you’re an experienced astronomer, an aspiring astrophotographer, or simply someone who…
Join us in extending a warm Duluth welcome to the cruise ship and its passengers. Duluth welcomed a handful of cruise ships in the mid-1990s and early 2000s. However, 2022 saw a new era of passenger cruising come to the Twin Ports. In the summer of 2025, ten ships will enter our Duluth-Superior harbor under the Lift Bridge. Duluth is now considered an attractive passenger destination and the cruise industry forecasts more leisure cruises in our area in the years to come. Many cruise guests have never been to Minnesota and are delighted by our city, its hospitality, and all it offers visitors. Caution: Harbor Drive is closed to road traffic during this time, please park and walk to the harbor. Harbor Drive includes restricted zones. Kindly remain vigilant of your surroundings and refrain from entering these areas. Type of stop: Turn around* *Turn around days are when current guests are departing the…
Join us in extending a warm Duluth welcome to the cruise ship and its passengers. Duluth welcomed a handful of cruise ships in the mid-1990s and early 2000s. However, 2022 saw a new era of passenger cruising come to the Twin Ports. In the summer of 2025, ten ships will enter our Duluth-Superior harbor under the Lift Bridge. Duluth is now considered an attractive passenger destination and the cruise industry forecasts more leisure cruises in our area in the years to come. Many cruise guests have never been to Minnesota and are delighted by our city, its hospitality, and all it offers visitors. Caution: Harbor Drive is closed to road traffic during this time, please park and walk to the harbor. Harbor Drive includes restricted zones. Kindly remain vigilant of your surroundings and refrain from entering these areas. Type of stop: Turn around* *Turn around days are when current guests are departing the…
Rudy Love and The Encore – Live at the Barrel Room Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM Cover: Free Show Genre: Soul Join us for a powerful night of soulful grooves and unforgettable vocals with Rudy Love and The Encore — a dynamic band known for their rich, emotional sound and electric live performances. Fitger’s Barrel Room | 600 E Superior St, Duluth
The DECC’s Pop-Up Pirate Barrr has a bird’s eye view of the Tall Ships along the seawall! Come enjoy pirate-y beverages on our deck or by the huge windows of the DECC’s Harbor Side Convention Center Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM (includes the Parade of Sail) Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Enter by Door G near the Vista Fleet or via the Skyway. Admission: FREE TO ATTEND – No ticket necessary for entrance to the barrr. The Festival of Sail is a ticketed event granting access to the street level in front of the ships. Festival of Sail is not run by the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. DECC parking rates apply
Join us in extending a warm Duluth welcome to the cruise ship and its passengers. Harbor Drive is closed to road traffic during this time, please park and walk to the harbor. Caution: Harbor Drive includes restricted zones. Kindly remain vigilant of your surroundings and refrain from entering these areas. Duluth welcomed a handful of cruise ships in the mid-1990s and early 2000s. However, 2022 saw a new era of passenger cruising come to the Twin Ports. In the summer of 2025, ten ships will enter our Duluth-Superior harbor under the Lift Bridge. Duluth is now considered an attractive passenger destination and the cruise industry forecasts more leisure cruises in our area in the years to come. Many cruise guests have never been to Minnesota and are delighted by our city, its hospitality, and all it offers visitors. Type of stop: Day Stop* *Shorex days are when current guests depart…
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