Festival

Festival

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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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Bayfront Blues Festival

August 14 – 16, 2026 Children 12 & under are admitted free Rain or shine  The 37th annual Bayfront Blues Festival is one of the largest annual outdoor music events in the upper Midwest. Each year nearly 20,000 fans are treated to 17 acts at one of the region’s most beautiful open-air venues….. Duluth’s Bayfront Festival Park. For over a quarter century the Bayfront Blues Festival has been a world leader showcasing a who’s who in the blues and blues/rock music genre. See the 2026 performance SCHEDULE here.

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City on the Hill Music Festival

August 7-8, 2026 City On The Hill Music Fest will bring together people of faith for 2 DAYS of fellowship and music at beautiful Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth, MN. Established in 2015 on the shores of the greatest of lakes, City On the Hill Music Festival brings together thousands of Christians from across the country for two days of worship, music and praise. See the SCHEDULE line up for City on the Hill Music Festival 2026  

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City on the Hill Music Festival

August 7-8, 2026 City On The Hill Music Fest will bring together people of faith for 2 DAYS of fellowship and music at beautiful Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth, MN. Established in 2015 on the shores of the greatest of lakes, City On the Hill Music Festival brings together thousands of Christians from across the country for two days of worship, music and praise. See the SCHEDULE line up for City on the Hill Music Festival 2026  

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All Pints North

Join us on the beautiful shore of Lake Superior for an afternoon of delicious brews and great music! All Pints North showcases Minnesota-made craft beer and beverages, poured for you by the people who brew them. Sip unlimited samples while you enjoy live music, entertainment, games, shops, food trucks, and more at the MN craft beer industry’s premier summer fest! Saturday, August 1, 2026  |  3:30 – 7:00p.m. Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth 21+ Only Event | Valid Government-Issued Photo ID Required at Entry | No children, infants, or pets allowed Rain or Shine | No refunds | MNCBG Events Code of Conduct, Terms & Conditions, and Violation Reporting This festival raises funds to support the MN Craft Brewers Guild’s nonprofit mission and our services for MN craft breweries and brewpubs. Learn more on the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild’s event page. Get tickets now!

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Throngs of people with cameras line the canal to see the tall ships arrival in duluth, mn for the festival of sail. Pictured is the pride of baltimore.

Festival of Sail Duluth 2025

Join us on the shores of the world’s Greatest Lake for the Festival of Sail Duluth 2025! Enjoy a rare chance to catch a glimpse, step aboard, and even set sail on some of the grandest ships of yore. Draw Events is once again bringing tall ships to Duluth. Festival of Sail Duluth 2025 will feature ship tours, day sails, educational programming, food and beverage, entertainment and fun for the entire family!

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Throngs of people with cameras line the canal to see the tall ships arrival in duluth, mn for the festival of sail. Pictured is the pride of baltimore.

Festival of Sail Duluth 2025

Join us on the shores of the world’s Greatest Lake for the Festival of Sail Duluth 2025! Enjoy a rare chance to catch a glimpse, step aboard, and even set sail on some of the grandest ships of yore. Draw Events is once again bringing tall ships to Duluth. Festival of Sail Duluth 2025 will feature ship tours, day sails, educational programming, food and beverage, entertainment and fun for the entire family!

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