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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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Boo at the Zoo

Join the Lake Superior Zoo for the Northland’s favorite Halloween event! Your family’s annual fall tradition is back on October 11, 18, and 25 from 10 am to 4 pm! Bring the whole family and explore the Zoo with endless trick-or-treating stations, a fabulous fall Boo-tique, magic shows, special Halloween-themed animal treats, food trucks, games & activities, and SO MUCH MORE! EVENT DATES: Saturday, October 11 Saturday, October 18 Saturday, October 25 EVENT TIME: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day Members-only hour from 9-10am. TICKET PRICES: Members: $12 in advance, $15 at the door Non member: $15 in advance, $20 at the door Kids 2 & Under are free! Purchase tickets here. Want the member discount? Join our Zoo Family today.

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Event calendar

Boo at the Zoo

Join the Lake Superior Zoo for the Northland’s favorite Halloween event! Your family’s annual fall tradition is back on October 11, 18, and 25 from 10 am to 4 pm! Bring the whole family and explore the Zoo with endless trick-or-treating stations, a fabulous fall Boo-tique, magic shows, special Halloween-themed animal treats, food trucks, games & activities, and SO MUCH MORE! EVENT DATES: Saturday, October 11 Saturday, October 18 Saturday, October 25 EVENT TIME: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day Members-only hour from 9-10am. TICKET PRICES: Members: $12 in advance, $15 at the door Non member: $15 in advance, $20 at the door Kids 2 & Under are free! Purchase tickets here. Want the member discount? Join our Zoo Family today.

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Duluth-Superior Pride Festival

The annual free Pride Festival will celebrate our 40th anniversary in Duluth’s beautiful panoramic Bayfront Festival Park. With beer tents, food trucks, an exciting group of exhibitors, information booths, merchandise vendors, an area of fun games and activities for children & families, and a full day of entertainment on the main stage. 2026 Schedule of Events Thu, Sep 03: Mayors’ Reception from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Historic Union Depot, 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth, MN 55802. Fri, Sep 04: The Queerest Art Show Ever Reception from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Prøve Gallery, 21 N. Lake Ave., Duluth, MN 55802. Sat, Sep 05: Pride Festival from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM at Bayfront Festival Park, 350 Harbor Dr., Duluth, MN 55802. Sun, Sep 06: Pride Parade at 12pm on Tower Avenue in Superior, WI 54880. For more information, visit https://www.duluthsuperiorpride.com/

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Duluth superior pride

Duluth Superior Pride

The annual free Pride Festival will celebrate our 40th anniversary in Duluth’s beautiful panoramic Bayfront Festival Park, with events all around the Twin Ports throughout the weekend – including the parade on Tower Avenue in Superior on Sunday. With beer tents, food trucks, an exciting group of exhibitors, information booths, merchandise vendors, an area of fun games and activities for children & families, and a full day of entertainment on the main stage. 2026 date TBD. For more information, visit https://www.duluthsuperiorpride.com/

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Bienvenue Coffee Fest – Minnesota’s Coffee Festival

The St. Louis County Depot is brewing up something robust for 2026! The mission of our coffee fest: Connecting community with coffee culture in an extraordinary building. Coffee enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone seeking a delightful weekend experience are invited to come together for this celebration of all things coffee – morning’s favorite beverage (sorry, beer). The Bienvenue Coffee Fest promises an unforgettable experience featuring an array of specialty coffees, educational programming, delicious food, and engaging activities for the whole family. Bienvenue means welcome, and that’s our goal: to make everyone feel welcome at the Depot, in Duluth and all across St. Louis County & Minnesota. We can’t think of anything more welcoming than inviting a friend over for a cup of coffee. Date 2026 date TBD. Time 2026 time TBD. Location The Depot Great Hall Cost Free

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Downtown Duluth Days

Downtown Duluth Days (previously Sidewalk Days) is Duluth’s biggest summer celebration. For two days, downtown comes alive with something for everyone of all ages! By day, enjoy a vibrant mix of food trucks, workout classes, workshops, family-friendly events, and more. With over 175 vendors, including 25+ food vendors, there’s always something new to explore and taste. Then as the sun sets, get ready for the highlight: a lively nighttime block party with music, dancing, and great vibes all along one city block. Downtown Duluth Days (and Nights) is your chance to experience community, creativity, and celebration — right in the heart of downtown.

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