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🎄 JULEBYEN 2026 – Scandinavian Nordic Christmas Village Festival 🎄 Step into the magic of a Nordic Christmas at Julebyen 2026, a one-of-a-kind holiday festival celebrating the traditions, culture, and festive spirit of Scandinavia! Join us on December 5–6, 2026 for a weekend filled with Christmas lights, holiday shopping, delicious food, family activities, live entertainment, and unforgettable winter experiences. ✨ Festival Highlights 🛍️ Outdoor Market, Fisherman’s Village & Heated Indoor Market 🚂 Heated train rides and scenic excursions 🎶 Live music and holiday entertainment throughout the grounds 🍲 Food vendors, food trucks, and Scandinavian-inspired treats 🎄 Beautiful Christmas displays and festive decorations 🧌 Trolls, gnomes, and Nordic folklore brought to life ⚔️ Viking-inspired exhibits and activities 🎁 Unique gifts from local artists, makers, and craftsmen ❄️ Family-friendly games, Hobby Horse Races, Activities, and Holiday fun Whether you’re searching for the perfect holiday gift, enjoying a warm meal with friends, taking…
FEMNFEST (FEM-N FEST, LIKE MN) An unapologetically feminist festival. A weekend of empowerment through music, art, films, workshops, education, and connection. Celebrating with one another to enjoy ourselves, enrich ourselves, and connect as a community. FEMN FEST centers around and features women & genderqueer people through many intersections. It is fully comprised of (and entirely run/operated by) all of these identities and feminist allies. All are welcome. Mission: To seek and promote gender balance in the arts industry by displaying dynamic diverse representation, increase visibility, and amplify underrepresented voices.
Presented by Duluth Public Libraries and Every Child Ready coalition as part of Family Fest. In this live performance, Dagsi Turtle & his sidekick Jisdu Wabbit race through time and space in a musical adventure into Cherokee Futurism. Hop aboard the Turtleship and join Dagsi and Jisdu’s quest to help Grandmother Turtle raise the Gadugi (spirit of cooperation) throughout the universe. Tales, a 2025 Jim Henson Foundation Family Theater Grant Awardee, features catchy original tunes and out-of-this-world puppet characters. The show is created and performed by Cherokee Nation citizen Chris Griffith and Shari Aronson, directed by Julie Boada (Anishinabe). Recommended for ages 4+. This activity made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Presented by Duluth Public Libraries and Every Child Ready coalition as part of Family Fest. In this live performance, Dagsi Turtle & his sidekick Jisdu Wabbit race through time and space in a musical adventure into Cherokee Futurism. Hop aboard the Turtleship and join Dagsi and Jisdu’s quest to help Grandmother Turtle raise the Gadugi (spirit of cooperation) throughout the universe. Tales, a 2025 Jim Henson Foundation Family Theater Grant Awardee, features catchy original tunes and out-of-this-world puppet characters. The show is created and performed by Cherokee Nation citizen Chris Griffith and Shari Aronson, directed by Julie Boada (Anishinabe). Recommended for ages 4+. This activity made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
RAQS & RESET | September 18–20 | Duluth, Minnesota (Svälja Whole-Being in Downtown Duluth) Join us for an unforgettable weekend of dance, artistry, wellness, and community featuring legendary educators Tamalyn Dallal and Cassandra Shore, both celebrating more than 50 years in dance. Internationally acclaimed dancer, teacher, author, and founding Bellydance Superstars member **Tamalyn Dallal** has performed and taught in more than 40 countries. Influential performer and educator **Cassandra Shore** brings decades of artistry, technique, choreography, and mentorship. Experience **DanceMeditation™** with New Orleans-based dancer and educator **Kryss Statho**, a somatic practice exploring breath, intuition, and free movement. Illinois-based educator **Erin Mariele** will teach material from Zoe Jakes’ DanceCraft: Key of Diamonds. RAQS & RESET is more than dance—it’s connection, healing, and community. 100% of net proceeds benefit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Join local food farmers, food producers, artisans, craftsmen and community service groups for an afternoon of live music, local foods, artistry and kids activities at the 4th annual Clover Valley Farm Fest! This is a free community event – bring the whole family! Please note, this is a pet and smoke-free event. Thank you for your cooperation!
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