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Sunday, June 21, 2026: 11am or 1pm Enjoy some delicious BBQ with Dad on a train excursion. Seating in our dining car, with a dome-lounge available after lunch to enjoy the return trip. Two trips this day, a shorter trip in the morning, or a longer ride in the afternoon. Same menu on both. Tickets available at www.DuluthTrains.com
The Christmas City Express is a storybook experience recommended for families with children and the young at heart. The performance begins in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, where you’ll be treated to a classic book reading of the new Christmas City Express story, enjoy carolers, and a visit from a special guest! Then it’s time to hop on the train for a cheerful 30-minute ride out to Lake Superior’s shore — complete with holiday music, singalongs, some narration, twinkling lights, and all the warm fuzzy feelings. Onboard, you’ll be treated to complimentary hot chocolate and cookies to keep the magic going. This event is created with shorter attention spans in mind, making it a great fit for kids under 10 (though every year, we see grown-ups grinning just as much as the little ones). It’s sweet, simple, and pure holiday joy. About 90-minutes in total from arrival to finish. The museum…
The Gales of November is a two-day educational, fundraising and networking event. The event brings together the entire Lake Superior community to learn about underwater exploration, Great Lakes lighthouses and shipwrecks, maritime history and diving technology. Gales of November also includes a maritime trade show and exciting silent auction. Funds collected at Gales of November go to help maintain and preserve the Lakes Superior Maritime Visitor Center. Thursday, Nov 6, 2025: Marshall Performing Arts Center on the UMD campus Friday, Nov 7, 2025: The Garden Event Center Saturday, Nov 8, 2025: The DECC – Harborside Convention Center For more information and to register, visit lsmma.com. Thursday Schedule: Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Cost: $25 adult | $20 senior/UMD Faculty/Staff/Veteran | $15 student/child | $10 UMD student Location: Marshall Performing Arts Center on the UMD campus. Thursday “Gales of November” Special Concert Event: Kevin Kling, Prudence Johnson, Ruth MacKenzie and…
The Gales of November is a two-day educational, fundraising and networking event. The event brings together the entire Lake Superior community to learn about underwater exploration, Great Lakes lighthouses and shipwrecks, maritime history and diving technology. Gales of November also includes a maritime trade show and exciting silent auction. Funds collected at Gales of November go to help maintain and preserve the Lakes Superior Maritime Visitor Center. Thursday, Nov 6, 2025: Marshall Performing Arts Center on the UMD campus Friday, Nov 7, 2025: The Garden Event Center Saturday, Nov 8, 2025: The DECC – Harborside Convention Center For more information and to register, visit lsmma.com. Thursday Schedule: Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Cost: $25 adult | $20 senior/UMD Faculty/Staff/Veteran | $15 student/child | $10 UMD student Location: Marshall Performing Arts Center on the UMD campus. Thursday “Gales of November” Special Concert Event: Kevin Kling, Prudence Johnson, Ruth MacKenzie and…
Celebrating Food, Farmers and Community It’s the 31st Anniversary of Harvest Festival!! Brought to you by the Sustainable Farming Association, “celebrating food, farmers, and community.” Farmers Market Live Music all day Nonprofit Expo Art & Craft Fair Energy Fair Food Court Educational Demos This is a free, family oriented event! We ask for a donation at the door to help support the festival and we suggest $5/person or $10/family, or pay what you can. It is $10 to park at Bayfront, and there is accessible parking closer to the entrance. We encourage you to walk/bike/bus/carpool! We suggest you bring your reusable bags and utilize our “park your produce” station at the LSSFA Info tent near the main entrance, so you don’t have to haul around your heavy veggies while you enjoy the festival. You might want to bring cash, though many (not all) vendors will accept a card, and we…
The Tribute Fest features many tribute concerts of Country & Rock. We bring together the best tribute bands to raise funds for homeless Veterans. Family-friendly and free for all Veterans, active duty, and their families (including food and beverages).