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Climb onboard for one of Duluth’s favorite summer traditions, $10 Tuesdays are back at the Vista Fleet! Enjoy live-narrated sightseeing cruises through the Duluth-Superior Harbor for just $10 per ticket, all day long, every Tuesday through Labor Day. Reserve your tickets in advance as tours DO sell out. Take in stunning views of Lake Superior, the Aerial Lift Bridge, and the working waterfront from the comfort of the Vista Fleet. Concessions and a full bar are available onboard, so grab a drink, kick back, and enjoy a midweek escape on the water. Book your tickets online, no promo code needed!
Arena Football One at AMSOIL Arena Feel the Roar. Live the Legacy. The Minnesota Monsters are more than a football team, they’re a movement built on passion, power, and community pride. Based in Duluth and representing the Twin Ports, the Monsters deliver high-impact football and unforgettable entertainment every summer. From the first kickoff to the final whistle, their mission is simple: Bring fans together through elite competition, live entertainment, and nonstop energy. Learn more about Arena Football One. Tickets Tickets on sale now! Group sales: https://mnmonsters.com/contact/
Brought together by bluegrass jams scattered throughout Duluth, the Lake Effect String Band is grounded in the rich traditions of delicious, upbeat picking. With original tunes along with classics ranging from Flatt & Scruggs and Doc Watson to NewGrass heroes like Hot Rize and Sam Bush, Lake Effect piles up enough tunes for any string music lover. Storming your ears with guitar, mandolin, banjo, and bass, Lake Effect always delivers more than expected.
Beware the Ides of March… of April! The annual series of freshly made tribute bands will host its final night (and first all-ages night!) here at Bent Paddle! $10 cover goes directly to the artists (cash only). Schedule: 6:00 pm – Doors 7:00 pm – Moling Dreams does Iron Butterfly 8:00 pm – Ephemera does Evanescence 9:00 pm – Seeth her? I hardly know her… does Seether
Great Lakes Aquarium is excited to partner with WDIO News for a highly anticipated forecast forum! The free, after-hours event will focus on getting into meteorology as women in a male-dominated field, detailing how meteorologists forecast, and exploring both the broadcast and government career paths. Guests are invited to explore the Aquarium’s exhibit floor before and after presentations. 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 Sabrina Ullman – WDIO Weekend Meteorologist / Multimedia Journalist, Meteorology Lea Zmurko – WDIO Storm Track Meteorologist / Good Morning Northland, Meteorology 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 6:30 pm – Guests arrive | Bar opens 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Presentation and Q&A 9:00 pm – Exhibit floor exploration | Last call 9:30 pm – Event ends 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 All are welcome to join the presentation, explore the after-hours 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…
Join The Last Revel & Between Howls at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. on Friday, June 19, for a special night of rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and modern Americana. Tickets on sale now! 6:00PM Doors / 7:00PM Music Headlining the evening is The Last Revel, the Minneapolis four-piece known for lush four-part vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle, and 5-string banjo. Their modern Americana sound feels both timeless and fresh — built for listening rooms and lively taprooms alike. Opening the night is Duluth’s own Between Howls. Husband-and-wife duo Ren Howl (violin) and Nick Howl (guitar) bring soaring vocal harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, and virtuosic instrumental work that’s been captivating audiences across the U.S. since 2018. Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and plan for an unforgettable evening of live music.
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