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Music’s heading out to The Yard (weather permitting), so grab a drink, find a spot, and settle in! Socktopus is a 5-piece band dishing-out electrifying shows that leave you blissfully unaware of the laundry you left in the dryer. Fractalizing electro-pop-hip-hop, the Socktopus sound spans genres, served with heaps of our homemade secret sauce. Between Howls (Duluth, MN) are violinist Ren Howl & guitarist Nick Howl. The husband & wife duo’s unique blend of vocal harmonies, thoughtful lyrics and virtuosic instrumental arrangements have been drawing in audiences across the US since 2018. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll slide things indoors! No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly
Happy Homegrown! Each year from April 26 to May 3, the Zenith City transforms into an eight-day, 172-band musical marathon. Join local musician and Steering Committee member Famous Kaylee for an insider’s guide to navigating Duluth’s favorite local holiday — from snagging your weeklong wristband and mastering Western Wednesday to catching sets at Amsoil Arena and finding your new favorite band in a Lincoln Park taproom.
Join artist Erica Dischino as she presents her recent photographic work “Our Place” documenting Superior’s dive bars. View retro bar memorabilia from nightlife in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Enjoy throwback cocktails inspired by historical local taverns.
‘Tis the season to clear out your old gear and score something new (to you). Bring your clean gear, set your own prices, and buy, sell, or trade. Coming to shop? Bring a few small, in-demand items and see what you can trade — or just come ready to find a great deal. The choice is yours! Shop items from local sellers, Free Air Life, Tortoise & Hare, and Romp Bags! Got clothing that doesn’t sell? Leave it with us — we’ll donate it to Union Gospel Mission after the event. Want to sell? We’re looking for vendors! We still have a few more spots available if you’ve got some gear you’d like to sell! Email marketing@bentpaddlebrewing.com to reserve your spot. Space is limited to about 10–12 tables (feel free to team up with friends), plus outdoor space for larger items.
Danny Frank and Erin Aldridge will be pairing down their full 5-piece Smoky Gold sound to a sweet duo set, showcasing their soulful vocals, rich harmonies, and as always, virtuosic instrumentalism. Adam Herman & Friends performing some old and new blues tunes from B.B. King to Gary Clark Jr. with some fun originals tossed throughout. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly
Rocking Rodents bring a laid-back indie rock vibe powered by four high school friends who’ve been playing together for over four years. With Alec Williams on drums, Xander Ripley-Jaakola on bass, Cory Jompson on guitar, and Calliope Opal leading on vocals, their chemistry is real — and they’ve just dropped their debut album. Olivre and the Hecks deliver a wild blend of psychedelic southern punk with a Midwest garage-vamp edge. It’s gritty, it’s weird in the best way, and it absolutely rips. Obleek rounds out the night with a raw, emotional mix of punk, grunge, and Midwest emo. The trio — Jon Marshall (bass), Jaxon Fjeldahl (guitar), and Teddy Joddoloh (drums) — trade off vocals while diving into themes of identity, addiction, and loss, all wrapped in danceable rhythms and hooky melodies. Three bands. Three distinct sounds. One solid night of live music. Come hang, grab a drink, and catch…
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