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Presented by The Depot Foundation, GRAVEYARD GROOVE: Dance TV’s Halloween Dance Party is taking over The St. Louis County Depot’s Great Hall for a spooktacular evening of dancing, performances, costumes, cocktails, spooky games, prizes, and Halloween fun! Come dance the night away with music by Techno Club, performances by the Dance TV cast, and the 2026 Halloween Queen Costume Competition. Costumes encouraged! Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 8 PM–12 AM | The Depot Great Hall, Duluth | 21+
Step into the 1920s for an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music, and history at Glensheen! Begin your evening by entering through the Juliet Balcony, where you’ll be greeted with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres before heading downstairs to explore Glensheen’s basement. Discover 1920s-inspired activities and artifacts on display, enjoy music from the era, snap a photo in the billiards room, and take in a few surprises along the way. Enjoy a selection of fun, 1920s-inspired cocktails available for purchase at the cash bar before settling in for an engaging history talk by local historian Tony Dierckins. Tony will present “Drying Out Duluth: From Temperance to Prohibition,” exploring Duluth’s complicated relationship with alcohol—from the city’s early liquor ordinances and temperance movement to Prohibition and the creative ways Duluthians continued to enjoy a drink. Following the talk, enjoy dessert and a special 1920s-themed experience to round out the evening. Dress to…
Step into an Enchanted Evening… Gather your coven and join Zeitgeist Zinema 2 and Ritual Salad for an exclusive Practical Magic 2 VIP event on September 10, 2026. This spellbinding evening brings together food, drinks, community, connection, and cinematic wonder for a celebration designed to feel truly magical! Feel free to dress for the occasion and begin your evening at Ritual Salad in Superior, Wisconsin, where we will gather to open our circle and settle into the night’s enchanting atmosphere. Come early to Enjoy specialty cocktails, mocktails, coffees, a tempting spread of hors d’oeuvres and treats, tarot, featured vendors, and a special gift bag prepared for this exclusive event. Once the gathering is underway, guests will board magical transportation for a journey to Zinema 2 and the opening-night screening of Practical Magic 2!! After the screening, transportation will return the group to Ritual Salad, where the evening will conclude with…
Experience illuminated history, a tour of the mansion lit only by lantern light. Led by expert tour guides, Lantern Tours are a favorite during the Halloween season. This tour is well suited for guests who have previously experienced the Classic or Full Mansion Tours. Available Fridays & Saturdays in October. Book your tour in advance at z.umn.edu/lanterntours
Welcome to the home of the William A. Irvin Haunted Ship Tours in Duluth, Minnesota! That hint of cool breeze you feel isn’t just a change of weather. Those are the spirits of the Duluth Haunted Ship swinging on anchor just outside your view. The ghouls on board are waiting to morph the William A. Irvin historic freighter into something truly sinister. This season marks the 31st year of this unhallowed event, starting Friday, October 2, 2026 and running long weekends through Halloween (plus MEA Wednesday, October 14, 2026). This year, you can look forward to more activity outside of the ship on Harbor Drive: enjoy food trucks every Friday & Saturday, lights, bonfires, drinks available for purchase, and more. Know Before You Go Avoid the General Admission (GA) line and buy a FAST PASS ticket. Enter through FAST PASS gate. General Admission tickets enter through the GA line. All tickets…
The Halcyon House Community Sound Bath is a fun and restorative event for everyone. Bring a yoga mat, a pillow, blanket, and anything that will help you get cozy on the floor for an hour of dreamy relaxation. Hang around afterwards to share tea and stories. Doors open at 5PM. We look forward to seeing you!