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The holiday tradition that leaves every audience spellbound — this season featuring Tchaikovsky’s beloved score performed live by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra. Performance at 7:00 pm on December 11, and 3:00 pm on December 12-13, 2026, at DECC’s Symphony Hall. Tickets available through Ticketmaster, or save more than $20/ticket in fees by calling the Minnesota Ballet Box Office (218-733-7570) to reserve your seats.
Join the Superior Community Gardens Association in our annual harvest celebration! Free and open to all ages! Feel free to bring a potluck dish to share and a pumpkin to carve.
🦅There’s a new beak in town 🦅 Join us as we officially welcome Saphira, the bald eagle, to Raptor Ridge at Great Lakes Aquarium! Come meet the newest resident and celebrate with a day of family-friendly activities including eagle-themed crafts, eagle storytime, curator Q&A, animal encounters, touchpool experiences, a SCUBA program, and more! 📆 Sunday, Oct. 4 ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM 📍 Great Lakes Aquarium 🎟️ Standard admission and parking rates apply. Aquarium members are always free. For more information, visit GLAquarium.org/Saphira-Welcome
Explore a spookily-decorated Aquarium, trick-or-treat among the exhibits, and show off your creative costumes! We will provide crafts, projects, and games as well as activity materials to take home and enjoy. Great Lakes Aquarium proudly participates in the Teal Pumpkin Project. That means that no edible treats will be provided during trick-or-treat. 🎃 IMPORTANT: Pre-registration is required for *all* parties! 🎃 2026 Dates: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Adjusted Hours: In order to allow time for event set up, Great Lakes Aquarium will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on October 27th, 28th, and 29th. The exhibit floor will reopen at 4:00 p.m. each day to accommodate *pre-registered* Scarium at the Aquarium guests. Cost: Adults: $20.00 Youth (age 13 – 17) $16.00 Children…
Join us for an evening of connection, community, and hope. On Thursday, October 15, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., we’re transforming the Lake Superior Zoo into a glowing experience filled with luminary-lit pathways, live music, local food vendors, wellbeing activities, and opportunities to connect with others. Inspired by Project Horizon, this free community event celebrates the power of mental wellbeing and the impact we can make when we come together. What to Expect • Free admission to the Lake Superior Zoo • Luminary-lit walk through the zoo • Live music from local artists • Food trucks and local vendors • Wellbeing activities and joy stations • Community resources and connections Whether you come to reflect, connect, learn, or simply enjoy a unique evening with family and friends, Light the Horizon offers something for everyone. Why We Light the Horizon Mental wellbeing shines brightest when communities come together. Every light…
Celebrate Halloween with a creative twist at BOO!seum: Monster Masterpieces at the Duluth Children’s Museum! On Saturday, October 24, families are invited to explore the museum while enjoying silly monsters, creepy crafts, imaginative art activities, and plenty of opportunities to create their very own monster masterpieces. Choose from two event sessions, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–3 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, but never required, for this not-too-spooky Halloween celebration designed especially for kids and families. Expect hands-on activities, festive museum fun, and lots of wonderfully weird, colorful, and creative monsters along the way. Advance registration is required.