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February Finds: Sidewalk Sales are back February 6–8, 2026 during regular mall hours! Stroll the mall and shop sale racks set up outside participating retailer storefronts, featuring hot deals and cool finds on clothing, accessories, and seasonal styles. Whether you’re hunting for winter bargains or just love a good deal, this is the perfect weekend to refresh your wardrobe and discover limited-time savings all around the mall.
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter out West! Starting January 30th, there will be a weekend of free family friendly events taking place all over Western Duluth! January 30th 2pm-6pm: Stop by the health resource and vaccine clinic for your COVID and Flu vaccinations at 312 N. Central Ave. January 31st 12pm: Abominable will be showing for FREE at The West Theatre at 319 N. Central Ave. 12pm-4pm: Stop by Memorial Park for outdoor activities, including a bonfire and s’mores! 5315 Grand Ave. 3pm-7pm: Go skating at Spirit Mountain! BYO skates to 8551 Grand Ave. February 1st 11am: Join Zenith Bookstore and Children’s Author Chris Monroe for a free book reading and craft at 318 N. Central Ave. 4pm: St. Louis River Alliance Winter Walk at Spirit Lake Delta Cap (Slag point) 1242- 88th Ave. (Morgan Park Community Center)
Carlton County Animal Rescue will be at various locations throughout Duluth with adoptable animals as well as having volunteers available to answer your questions regarding adoption, volunteer opportunities and the joys of fostering. Please note that we do not do same day adoptions. 2026 Adoption Events Fleet Farm: Jan. 25th from 11am – 2pm. PetSmart: Feb. 1st and Feb. 21st from 11am – 2pm. PetSmart: Feb. 22nd from 11am – 2pm. PetSmart: Mar. 26th from 5–7:30pm. PetSmart: Mar. 29th from 11am – 2pm. PetSmart: June 7th from 11am – 2pm. PetSmart: June 9th from 5–7:30pm. Tractor Supply: June 14th from 10am – 1pm and June 30th from 4:30-6:30pm. Fleet Farm: July 11th from 10:30am – 1pm. We will also host an adoption event at the Moose Lake Winter Market, 700 5th Street in Moose Lake, on Feb. 7th from 9am – 2pm and at the Members Co-op Credit Union, 301…
Based out of Duluth, Minnesota, Death Valley Yacht Club is the creative collaboration of musicians Charlie Jacobs and Alex Oberton. The two-piece band’s signature sound features their intricate vocal harmonies sung over the interplay between their tightly-arranged acoustic guitars. MN Songbird described the band’s sound as “timeless”, saying they could imagine hearing the music “in the 90’s opening for someone like Elliott Smith.” Their original music takes inspiration from artists like The Beatles, Neil Young, The Avett Brothers, and Jesse Welles. DVYC’s music brings to mind the high and lonesome essence of bluegrass and modern folk music, having been compared to classic and beloved acts such as Simon and Garfunkel, The Milk Carton Kids, and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Their debut album, Dead Flowers, was published to various streaming services in April 2025.
Join us at Bent Paddle for Prime Time at The Paddle, hosted by Skyline Rotary, a vintage tradition with a modern twist, all in support of a great cause. All proceeds from fundraising efforts go directly to the Rotary. Enjoy happy hour beverage specials, classic raffle fun, and plenty of chances to win loads of prizes. 7–9 PM | Every 4th Thursday of the Month Retro vibes. Prime Meats. Pure luck. Meat Raffle (vegan options available) Wheel Spin 50/50 Raffles Hosted by Rotary Open to the public event: We simply ask that you order beverages throughout the night and take good care of your friendly Beertenders! Meat at the paddle for a great cause and good time and if you’re lucky, you won’t leave empty handed!
The holidays are winding down and you deserve a break! Why not show support to two local businesses while celebrating how well you’ve kept it together the last few weeks (months…years…)? Join us for the following event Friday, February 20th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. You’ve most definitely earned it! Who? You and everyone you know What? $1.00 per beverage purchased will be donated to Great Lakes Aquarium Where? Wild State Cider Why? Great Lakes Aquarium is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your contribution directly supports animal care all year long! #Aquarium #Animals #ShopLocal #WildState #DuluthMN