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. 

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Storytime on the Irvin

Hosted by the Duluth Public Library Storytime ho! Climb aboard the William A. Irvin historical ship for a special storytime! We’ll meet on the top deck for stories, songs, and rhymes at 9:30am, followed by time for families to explore the ship. For kids pre-K – grade 3 with their caregivers. Due to its historical nature as a retired freighter, the Irvin is not ADA accessible and includes multiple staircases to access certain locations. No strollers or wagons please. The top deck has minimal barriers, children must be monitored at all times. When you register, please indicate how many people will be in your group. Ship deck capacity is 130 people. Parking will be free for this event in the DECC parking lot across from the ship. Please let parking booth attendant know you are here for Storytime on the Irvin and they will honor complimentary parking. Register and learn…

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The Roadside Lupines

The Roadside Lupines are a 4-piece folk band based out of Duluth, Minnesota. After meeting in college, the band came together in 2023, blending heartfelt original songs with soulful covers spanning from Duluth’s own Trampled by Turtles to Shania Twain. With a name and music rooted in the North Shore, they capture the spirit of life up north and the place they are grateful to call home. The Roadside Lupines released their debut album at the tail end of 2025! Check it out wherever you get your music.

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Summer Solstice High Tea

Step into an enchanting afternoon of tea, magic, and mysticism at Ritual Salad and Marketplace’s Solstice High Tea experience. Sip your choice of handcrafted tea while enjoying a decadent entrée and dessert as live music fills the room. Throughout the event, a curated panel of mystical women will explore the worlds of tarot, psychic intuition, astrology, spell work, and more through interactive discussion and audience Q&A. Guests will also have the opportunity to mingle with the practitioners throughout the afternoon and book optional one-on-one sessions for a more personal experience. Tickets are $65 and include tea service, entrée, and dessert. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of connection, curiosity, and magic! June 21st, 2026 Doors open at 12:30pm, tea service begins at 1:00pm. Seating is limited so be sure to book your tickets today!

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Science Riot: Scientists Doing Standup?!

Get ready to laugh your lab coat off as Duluth-area scientists try standup comedy for the first time! Join us for a night of laughter, learning, and libations as Science Riot brings its uproarious, in-person comedy show to the Zenith City! After surviving a crash course in comedy, local scientists trade their microscopes for the microphone and deliver hilarious takes and serious insights into their real-life work. Whether you’re a science nerd or just love a good laugh, this is the place to learn the weird and wild secrets of science! Science Riot is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that teaches scientists how to do public outreach through standup-style comedy about their field of expertise. We help STEM folks make science accessible, relatable and engaging. The results speak for themselves: think late night monologue meets TED talk! Get more information about our program.

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Flamingo Fest

Birds of a feather flock together! We’re kicking off summer with our 5th Annual Flamingo Fest — a wacky, wild, and wonderfully weird way to pre-game or post-party Grandma’s Marathon! Looking for a chill local getaway? Lincoln Park’s got shops, sips, and bites galore. Want to dance ‘til your wings fall off? Or just chillax in the yard to some vibey tunes and rest your legs. We’ve got that too. Grab your flock, stretch those legs, and let’s get flamingo fabulous. Bent Paddle Taproom Event: 3 PM – 10 PM Live Music: 4 PM – 8 PM 4:30p ~ Willem DaFoe Fan Club 6:30p ~ Entheos Enclave Food Partner: Bowlz N Thangz – With themed bowlz and bites that will have the whole town flocking to the yard! BP Glam Throwdown: Break out your flamingo-themed or tropical best and strut your stuff! Fabulous, flamingo-inspired prizes await the most dazzling participants….

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Arc Northland’s Chocolate After Dark

Celebrate 75 years of impact, inclusion, and community with Arc Northland at Chocolate After Dark. Join us for an unforgettable evening as Arc Northland commemorates 75 years of service and advocacy for individuals with disabilities and their families across the Northland. Chocolate After Dark – A Legacy Celebration is a sophisticated, adults-only anniversary experience designed to honor the past, celebrate the present, and invest in the future of Arc Northland’s mission. This year, Arc Northland is raising funds to ensure individuals and families who rely on our services do not face waiting lists, gaps in care, or reduced support. Guests will enjoy: Curated chocolate tasting experience. Signature cocktails and bar service. Live entertainment & evening ambiance. Legacy awards and recognition program. Community leaders, supporters, and partners. A meaningful evening supporting Arc Northland programs. This milestone celebration brings together donors, families, advocates, and community partners for a night of reflection, gratitude,…

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