Music & Entertainment

Music & Entertainment

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. 

Water Cat | Live Music in The Yard

Water Cat is a Franco-American duo with a sweet, stompy, and eclectic sound. Consisting of lead vocalist Emma Musto and multi-instrumentalist Henry Bullard, Water Cat can take you from original songs on the resonator guitar to Nirvana on the banjo to Edith Piaf, to West Africa and back. Water Cat will keep you on your toes, off your seat, and with a smile on your face.

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D-Town Driftway: Mario Kart Live Band

Rev your engines, racers! D-Town Driftway is Duluth’s premiere Mario Kart 8 live band, and we want to put you in the driver’s seat. You race your friends in a head-to-head competition, while we play all the Mario Kart OST Hits! Sunshine Airport, Rainbow Road, everything your heart could desire. With Beck Fulin (Trumpet) and Devon Defoe (Saxophone), they add all the sweet and sultry horn lines that we could need. Our rhythm section consists of Marshall Dillon on Guitar, Luke Torrent on Drums, and Taylor Shykes on Bass. We’re here to play, and you should be too. 😉

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indiGO’s Disability Rights Celebration

Come celebrate the power of community, creativity, and inclusion at indiGO’s annual Disability Rights Celebration. This family-friendly public event honors the disability rights movement and marks the milestone 36th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The celebration features a vibrant community resource fair, a local art and maker market showcasing disabled creators, and plenty of live music, storytelling, and moments of solidarity. Light refreshments and entertainment are completely free for all attendees. The event takes place on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Superior High School, using Main Door N1. Full accessibility is a priority, and American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be present on-site throughout the event. For specific disability-related accommodation requests, please contact Emma at emma@indigowi.org no later than two weeks prior to the date. Anyone interested in getting involved as a sponsor or hosting a vendor table can email…

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Summer Bow Wow Bingo at the Buff

Venue and date confirmed for the Carlton County Animal Rescue’s annual summer bingo and cash raffle drawing! We’ll be in the Buffalo Junction event space with capacity for more than 250 people who are ready to play some B-I-N-G-O! Help us fill the space and raise funds for a shelter building for Carlton County! Doors open at 4pm to secure your seats. Games start at 6pm! 10 rounds (winner has choice of prize basket worth $50+) plus 2 coverall rounds with a $100 cash prize each. Must be 18+ to play bingo. Must be 21+ with ID to select a prize basket with alcohol

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Lake Superior Live Cruise ft. Abe Curran

Relax on Lake Superior with live local music by Abe Curran, great food, and unforgettable waterfront views. Lake Superior Live is Vista Fleet’s summer music series, combining a casual harbor cruise, live performances from some of the Twin Ports’ favorite musicians, and a BBQ-style dinner. Whether you’re looking for a unique date night, a fun evening with friends, or simply an excuse to get out on the water, this cruise offers a laid-back way to enjoy Duluth’s waterfront. Weather permitting, cruises travel through both the Duluth Canal and Superior Entry, offering incredible views of Lake Superior, working waterfront activity, and the Duluth skyline. Your ticket includes a casual BBQ dinner. Grab a drink from the bar, find your favorite seat, and enjoy an evening of live music as the sun begins to set over the harbor. A full bar is available onboard with beer, wine, cocktails, soft drinks, and non-alcoholic…

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