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Animals & Prints – Nature-Inspired Block Printing Night Friday November 13th, 2026 | 5:30-8:00 PM at the Lake Superior Zoo Looking for a creative night out? Whether you’re hoping to connect with other nature and craft lovers, plan a cozy girls’ evening, enjoy a unique date night, or just want to make something awesome without the sweat of carving and cleanup?We’ve got you covered! Join Anna from Wild Kidd Design for a fun and relaxed DIY block printing session paired with your favorite local animals at the beautiful Lake Superior Zoo. Cost: $30 per person (includes one bandana OR tote & access to all block prints) $5 for each additional bandana or print project Pay $30 here to reserve your spot, any additional projects will be paid for at the door. We encourage at the door donations to the zoo if you are willing! What to Expect: Drop in anytime…
The St. Louis County Historical Society, under the guidance of the SLCHS American Indian Advisory Committee, is proud to announce its annual Native American Heritage Day from 11 AM to 3 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026. This year’s event is in partnership with the University of Minnesota-Duluth’s American Indian Learning Resource Center and Indigenous Student Organization and will be held in the Kirby Ballroom at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. The event is free and open to all. Native American Heritage Day gives anyone who is curious the opportunity to see, hear, and taste our regional Ojibwe culture. The theme of this year’s event is Native Creativity. Chat with local Ojibwe artists, view their work, and learn more about how Native identity influences their creativity. There will be opportunities to purchase artwork and make crafts of your own! The Historical Society will also be unveiling the design for our new…
✨ Event Highlights: • Classic English Tea Service: Assorted sandwiches, sweets, scones and tea • Cash Bar: Specialty holiday-themed cocktails • Live Entertainment: A narrated synopsis of The Nutcracker by Minnesota Ballet dancers • Craft Corner: Decorate your own gingerbread cookie • Photo Station: Pose with ballerinas and Nutcracker characters in a turn-of-the-century-inspired setting • Discounted Minnesota Ballet merchandise & tickets available onsite 🎄 Special Offer for Families Receive $5 off children’s tickets when you purchase two or more using promo code TEA4THREE at checkout! 💎VIP Upgrades Available Treat yourself or someone special to the VIP experience, featuring: Priority seating at a private table A complimentary cocktail or mocktail A nutcracker-themed souvenir/toy Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or creating a new one, the Holiday High Tea with the Minnesota Ballet is a heartwarming way to celebrate the season.
Thursday party games for Thursday party people! 🎉 Stop over Thursday evenings for bar Jackbox here at TCS directly after our DJ Trivia ✅ For those who are un-familiar, Jackbox Games is a collection of party games where players use their smartphones and tablets as controllers to play comedy, trivia, and drawing games on a shared TV or screen 📺 Known for hits such as: YOU DON’T KNOW JACK, Quiplash, Fibbage, Drawful, Trivia Murder Party, and more! 8:30pm – 10:30pm FREE · 21+
Join us for the Northland’s favorite Halloween event! Your family’s annual fall tradition is back on October 10th, 17th, and 24th from 10:00am to 4:00pm! Bring the whole family and explore the Zoo with endless trick-or-treating stations, a spooktacular craft Boo-tique, special Halloween-themed animal treats, food trucks, games & activities, and SO MUCH MORE! Important Event Information: Day-Of Ticket Prices: Zoo Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Children 2 years old and under are FREE. Saturday, October 10th, 17th, and 24th 10:00am to 4:00pm | Boo at the Zoo 9:00am to 10:00am | MEMBERS ONLY Activities: Magician FREE Temporary Tattoos Pumpkin Golf Mini-Pumpkin Hunt Chalk Walk Trick-or-Treat Stations FREE Train Rides Halloween-Themed Animals Enrichments + more!
Join us for our first Brew at the Zoo! It’s like our beloved, decades-long Boo at the Zoo… but for adults. Join us for unlimited samples from some of our favorite craft beverage makers + more! Beverage Participants include: Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Blacklist Brewing Co. Budweiser / Sparkling Ice Canal Park Brewing Company Cash Wise Liquor Castle Danger Brewery Duluth Cider Duluth Whiskey Project Earth Rider Brewery Mule 2.0 The Spice & Tea Exchange of Duluth Ursa Minor Brewing Vikre Distillery Wild State Cider Food Trucks: Emma’s Global Delights LLC. And Emma’s Kitchen Burger Joint BK NUTS LLC AND, since it’s in the middle of Boo season, the zoo will be decked out with Halloween decor. Costumes are encouraged! (but not required) And we’ll have fun Halloween activities to partake in! This event is rain or shine * Lake Superior Zoo is accessible via the Duluth Transit Authority: 103…
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