Kids Activity

Kids Activity

The People and the Place

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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Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, the Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center will host a special evening program on Thursday November 13th featuring Great Lakes historian Ryan Mihalak and longtime Northland weatherman Dave Anderson. Great Lakes historian Ryan Mihalak will recount the story of the ship’s final voyage. Veteran meteorologist Dave Anderson will provide expert commentary on the weather systems that converged to create one of the most powerful and destructive storms in Lake Superior’s history —conditions that doomed even the most seasoned sailors.

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Nice Girls of the North Arts & Craft Show

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we have a sweet selection of gift ideas for you! Visit our Arts and Crafts market, full of unique handmade work by local artists! Find a wide variety of beautiful handmade items for the perfect pick-me-up. Fine Jewelry, nature photography prints and cards, hand-dyed yarn and tie dyed clothing, home decor, charming toys and so much more! Duluth Lakeside in Spirit of the Lakes Community Arts Building, 5401 East Superior St.

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LiveWell Pickleball Tournament

Join Us for a Free LiveWell Pickleball Tournament! Hosted at the UW-Superior Marcovich Wellness Center Field House, this exciting fun, non-competitive doubles tournament is open to players of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, we’ve got a division for you. Sign up by yourself to be placed with a partner or with your teammate! Children aged 12-17 are welcome to join, but they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the tournament. Please remember to bring your own paddles, as a limited number will be available for use. Event Details: Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025 Location: UW-Superior Marcovich Wellness Center Field House Format: Doubles Tournament – Sign up solo, or with a teammate! Schedule: Warm-up & Sign Waivers: 9:00AM-9:30AM Round Robin: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Break: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (30-minute break) Single Elimination Tournament: 12:30 PM –…

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Masters of Illusion – Live!

Sunday, November 2, 2025 | DECC Symphony Hall | 6:00pm TICKETS ON SALE NOW ABOUT THE SHOW Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is unlike anything you have seen before – filled with modern illusions and arts of deception, performed live on stage. Watch closely as you experience things that just can’t be done……or can they? Audiences will be held at the edge of their seats by the jaw-dropping grand illusions, and will laugh out loud at the hysterical comedy magic as performers from around the world combine fantasy, fervor and flair with magic created in front of their very eyes. Masters of Illusion has performed live in front of tens of thousands of people around the US for the past 14 years and been seen by over 250 million viewers on the CW Network (Season 11) as well as in 126 countries around the…

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Wildwoods Open House

Wildwoods is having an Open House and Ribbon-Cutting event! Join us as we celebrate the gifting of land to Wildwoods. Warm up around a campfire while enjoying some s’mores, popcorn, and hot cocoa! We will have face-painting and coloring for the kids, and educational activities on beavers and wolves for all ages. We will be offering tours of our facility (as long as no animals are in care that day!). Park at Eastridge Community Church (3727 W. Arrowhead). No parking on-site, shuttle provided. Sponsors: Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC, MC Roofing, SuperOne Foods

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Gobble Gallop

This Thanksgiving, join us for the Gobble Gallop — presented by Essentia Health. This 5K, 1-Mile, and Kids Run is Duluth’s favorite family tradition. Whether you’re racing or strolling, every step celebrates wellness, community, and the joy of moving together. Join us and be part of a Northland tradition that keeps hearts warm and feet moving! This event supports Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center. A portion of the proceeds of the event as well as all partnership and participant donations go to helping Safe Haven continue their essential work in our community. The race starts between S. 12th Ave. E. and S. 13th Ave. E. on London Road, just outside the Rose Garden.

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