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First Avenue and Rose present TRAMPLED BY TURTLES with special guest S.G. GOODMAN Bayfront Festival Park Saturday, July 5, 2025 All Ages Show 4:30 PM Doors 6:00 PM Showtime The band is from Duluth, Minnesota where frontman Dave Simonett initially formed the group as a side project in 2003. At the time, Simonett had lost most of his music gear, thanks to a group of enterprising car thieves. Left with nothing more than an acoustic guitar, he began piecing together a new band, this time taking inspiration from bluegrass, folk, and other genres that didn’t rely on amplification. Simonett hadn’t played any bluegrass music before, and he filled his lineup with other newcomers to the genre, including fiddler Ryan Young (who’d previously played drums in a speed metal act) and bassist Tim Saxhaug. Along with mandolinist Erik Berry and banjo player Dave Carroll, the group began carving out a fast, frenetic sound…
Presented by Winterfell Management July 3, 2025 | Bayfront Festival Park TICKETS Tickets on sale now! ABOUT THE SHOW Hairball celebrates 25th Anniversary & brings party of the summer to Bayfront Festival Park! The Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock IT’S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT! A band puts on a concert – Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won’t soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans…to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction! Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Joe Dandy lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage…
Experience the magic of Tall Ships Duluth from the best seat in town — on the water. Vista Fleet offers front-row access during Festival of Sail Duluth, with cruises for the Grand Parade of Sail, daily sightseeing, sunset dinners, cocktail cruises, and more. No festival ticket is required to board your cruise — just reserve your spot and enjoy the views from Lake Superior. Cruises will be running all day long!
The Duluth Dolls, Duluth’s Premier Burlesque and Cabaret Troupe, are excited to announce their first ever “Best Of” show! Join us Saturday June 14th as they show off their favorite dances they’ve performed in the past. This is a throwback you don’t wanna miss! Retro outfits encouraged but not required! Doors: 8pm · Show: 9pm $15 · 21+
Pints & Prints – Nature-Inspired Block Printing Night Friday, June 13th, 2025 | 5:00–7:30 PM at the Wild State Cider Taproom – 2515 W Superior St, Duluth, MN 55806 Looking for a creative night out? Whether you’re hoping to connect with other nature and craft lovers, plan a cozy girls’ evening, enjoy a unique date night, or just want to make something awesome without the sweat of carving and cleanup? We’ve got you covered! Join Anna from Wild Kidd Design for a fun and relaxed DIY block printing session paired with your favorite cider at the beautiful Wild State Cider Taproom. Cost: $20 per person (includes one bandana & access to all block prints) $5 for each additional bandana or print project Payment accepted via cash, card, or Venmo at the door What to Expect: Drop in anytime between 5:00–6:30 PM (event wraps up at 7:30 PM) Choose from 40+…
Duluth Playhouse Underground is thrilled to announce the return of its annual new play festival, the Women in Theatre, New Play Festival, taking place June 6, 2025, at the NorShor Theatre. This one-night-only event features eight powerful short plays written by women and staged by a talented cohort of local directors and performers. The pieces range from intimate to absurd, hilarious to haunting – all unified by their originality and experimentation with form. Beginning at 6:30PM, audiences are invited to arrive early to explore the lobby of the NorShor Theatre, where local community organizations and artists will be tabling. This pre-show gathering offers a chance to connect with local creatives, learn about resources and initiatives in the community, and celebrate the vibrant network of women-led work happening in the Twin Ports and beyond. The festival will kick-off at 7:30PM, followed by a post-show celebration at Blacklist Brewing Co. Whether you’re…
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