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Enjoy Duluth’s beloved holiday parade from the fourth floor of the US Bank Building. Trade the weather, crowds, and parking stress for reserved parking, a cozy spot, a gorgeous wrap-around view of the parade and hillside, jazz music, upscale hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and great company.
Kick off the holiday season by joining us for a fun-filled weekend of shopping, creativity, and community at the Festival of Trees Arts, Crafts & Gifts Extravaganza! Two floors with over 170 talented regional vendors. Touch, sample, explore various gourmet treats, home décor, jewelry, clothing, accessories, artwork, seasonal gifts, and so much more! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect present or treating yourself, there’s something for everyone! Also enjoy: Free photos with Santa Festive mini holiday tree display & decorated tree auction Raffles with LOTS of prizes & chances to win DECC concessions will be offering food, soft drinks, coffee & adult beverages
Kick off the holiday season by joining us for a fun-filled weekend of shopping, creativity, and community at the Festival of Trees Arts, Crafts & Gifts Extravaganza! Two floors with over 170 talented regional vendors. Touch, sample, explore various gourmet treats, home décor, jewelry, clothing, accessories, artwork, seasonal gifts, and so much more! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect present or treating yourself, there’s something for everyone! Also enjoy: Free photos with Santa Festive mini holiday tree display & decorated tree auction Raffles with LOTS of prizes & chances to win DECC concessions will be offering food, soft drinks, coffee & adult beverages
The Lake Superior Ice Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration that brings together the entire community to embrace the magic of winter. Coordinated through the efforts of local organizations, volunteers, and partners, the festival showcases Superior’s unique charm and our shared love for the season. Our vision is to create an inclusive and welcoming experience that invites people of all ages and abilities to gather, explore, and enjoy the many wonders of winter in our beautiful lakeside city. From sparkling ice sculptures and outdoor activities to warm food and friendly faces, the Lake Superior Ice Festival is a joyful reminder of the resilience, creativity, and spirit that make Superior truly special. While attendance at the Lake Superior Ice Festival is free, there are certain optional events that do have costs associated. We have noted each of those events on our event schedule and below: Food Vendors – food and beverages…
This year the Duluth Women of Today are joining forces with the Veterans Memorial Hall in sponsoring our 2025 Veterans Day Ceremonies. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in the Great Hall of the DEPOT (506 W. Michigan St). The program will begin promptly at 11 AM and will include an array of patriotic music provided by the Spirit Valley Drum & Bugle Corps., the Superior Senior High School Choir, bag piper Kerry Welch and the National Anthem will be sung by Aalyiah Gebhardt. The guest speaker will be Bob Stephens, 10-year U.S. Navy Veteran, and regular member of the American Legion Hall Post #71. The Duluth Honor Guard will post colors and will close out the Veterans Day ceremony with a Rifle Volley Salute and Taps. Afterward,…
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.