Join us for the Saturday Artist Alleyway in the Lincoln Park Craft District! Celebrate local makers while you shop unique, handcrafted goods — including pottery, jewelry, and original artwork — directly from talented Twin Ports artisans.
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William A. Irvin Family Day
The DECC Presents William A Irvin Family Day Sunday, June 14, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM At the William A Irvin on Harbor Drive during regular tour hours TICKETS Children 17 and under are free with a paying adult, in person at the ticket booth only. Added experiences are free for Tour Guests to enjoy. All ages welcome! Regular parking rates apply Celebrating new, family-friendly tour additions with a Family Fun Day The William A. Irvin has always been an entertaining place for kids. The go-at-your-own-pace vintage freighter tour has always been a wonderful setting for littles to let their imaginations set sail. Now, the Irvin crew is adding to that fun. Guests can enjoy free face painting, Duluth-themed coloring pages, chalk stations, and plenty of fun games throughout the ship. Regular tour rates and parking apply. The William A. Irvin floating museum summer hours are 10am – 5pm. (last tour…
Lincoln Park Summer Fest
Celebrate summer Lincoln Park style! Join us for over 35 local vendors, live music, food trucks, activities for kids and adults, and much more! Kids Activities Bounce House by Encore Event and Party Express Pollinator Activities in the Duluth Children’s Museum Courtyard Face Painting with Bethel #28 Job’s Daughters Big Trucks including Duluth Fire Engine 2 Performers 12:30pm – Yuya Mix 1:30pm – Breanne Tepler 2:30pm – Paul Metza Food Trucks Oasis Del Norte Kona Ice of Duluth Sunhee’s Little Table Local Businesses Over 40 vendors with a selection of crafts, clothing, jewelry, baked goods, and more! Thank You to Our Summerfest Sponsors Hunt Electric Northland Fitness Encore Event & Party Express
Shrine Spectacular Circus
Three Spectacular Performances Coming to AMSOIL Arena June 13-14, 2026 Get ready for 3 Rings of magic! The Shrine Circus is bringing its all-new 2026 Spectacular Show to Duluth at the DECC for 3 performances June 13-14, featuring jaw-dropping performances by world-class acrobats, aerialists, and daredevils from across the United States and around the globe. Relive the wonder of your own childhood circus memories while making brand-new ones with your kids that will last a lifetime. This is the perfect family outing you’ve been waiting for. Animals! Acrobats! Magical illusions! Stunts that will thrill the entire family!! Classic Circus with an ALL NEW, SPECTACULAR twist! Don’t miss it — these shows are in Duluth for a limited time only and tickets are going fast! Arrive one hour early for free pre-show fun the whole family will love: animal rides, giant inflatables, ride the Circus train, fabulous face painting, and hands-on…
Summer Reads for 2026 with MPR News
Join MPR News host Emily Bright as she discusses the top 2026 Summer Reads with Regional Bookstores. Celebrate the joy of summer reading with an engaging and community-focused event that brings together book club members, avid readers, and local independent bookstore owners. Attendees will discover top summer titles across genres, hear insider recommendations on what to read next, and connect with other book lovers. Our Bookseller panel for the evening will include: Zenith Bookstore Amazing Alanzo Bookstore Foxes and Fireflies Free, but please reserve a spot!
Duluth River Train Excursion
Ride the Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad. A historic 2-hour rail journey through the majestic St. Louis River Estuary. Family-friendly, volunteer-run, and purely Duluth. Our narrated tour takes you along the original Lake Superior & Mississippi line in vintage coaches. Go where cars and hiking boots can’t reach. The St. Louis River Estuary is a hidden sanctuary for bald eagles, osprey, and Northland wildlife. Bring your camera for unparalleled views of the Duluth riverfront. Best to arrive about a half-hour before departure. Our ticket office is located just off of Grand Avenue.