The West Theatre
Events at this venue
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Lew Apollo Returns to Duluth at West Theatre with So What
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesLew Apollo is a Duluth area native based in Austin, Texas, currently touring nationally with Los Lonely Boys. Blending heartfelt storytelling with modern influences like Hozier and Leon Bridges, Apollo crafts a cinematic soul sound that draws from the legacy of Minnesota icons Bob Dylan and Prince while pushing into modern indie and soul territory. Following the release of his debut EP JUNGLE, Apollo built momentum through sold out shows, national touring, and radio rotation on KUTX. His debut album Fool’s Gold (Aug 2025) surpassed 500,000 streams in under two months and earned strong critical praise, with NPR and Stereogum naming it among the Best Albums of 2025. Outlets like Earmilk and Goldmine Magazine highlighted the album’s lush production and soulful songwriting. On stage, Apollo commands the room with his electrifying six-piece band, blending hypnotic guitar work and smoky soulful vocals into a powerful live show that has quickly become...
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2026 Trail Running Film Festival
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesThe Duluth Foot Trails Alliance is hosting the 2026 Trail Running Film Festival. This festival brings people together to celebrate the joy, challenges, and beauty of trail running. This event is a fundraiser for the Duluth Foot Trails Alliance, whose vision is that Duluth’s natural surface foot trails are sustainably maintained, accessible, welcoming and serve a vibrant, inclusive, diverse trail community. The event will feature 90 minutes of trail running films that are part of the festival, as well as tabling from sponsors, door prizes, and a silent auction. This year’s tour includes 10 films with stories of adventure and inspiration from across the country and world. Together, let’s celebrate all the things that make trail running so incredible! Doors open at 5:30 for social hour and silent auction.
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The Slambovian Circus of Dreams
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesJoin the Slambovian Circus of Dreams as they bring summer fun to the West Theatre, Thursday, August 21st at 7:30 pm. This summer show features the band’s festival set list for a weekend swing through the upper Midwest! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the "Slambovian" experience, this show is a must-see for anyone who loves original music with heart, wry wit, and soul. A psychedelic-folk-rock ritual that’s equal parts sincerity and spectacle – stirring up the “strange brew” they’ve been perfecting since the first gig at the theater in 2006! Their Woodstock-tinged psychedelia has a hint of southern rock, Celtic and British folk combined with solid songwriting - “groovacious” tunes and classic fan faves are on the menu! This return to the West Theater brings a psychedelic-folk-rock ritual that’s equal parts sincerity and spectacle – stirring up the “strange brew” they’ve been perfecting since their first gigs - a...
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Feast of Music at the West
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesDTA's annual Thanksgiving Eve feast of music at the West Theatre, playing the best of Chicago and Steely Dan! DTA's ensemble of 13 incredible musicians will blast you into the past with an electrifying performance that leave you wanting more!
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Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadow Cast
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesDuluth’s favorite Halloween event is back at The West! Zenith City Horror returns to work their magic once more as they bring this classic cult film to life. Come dressed as your favorite Rocky character and enjoy the hysterical live performers and audience participation!
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Laugh ‘Til You Scream
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesGet ready for an unforgettable night at “Laugh ’til You Scream”! Join us in supporting Minnesota’s thriving filmmaking community while experiencing spine-chilling, award-winning horror shorts like Bedroom Scares, Homebound Horrors, and My Friend Molly. The evening will be filled with laughter as top stand-up comedians from ACME Comedy, the Comedy Store, the Laugh Factory and Volstead’s Emporium take the stage. Plus, you’ll have the unique opportunity to engage with the filmmakers in an exclusive Q&A session hosted by the hilarious stand-ups. And to top it all off, the event will be hosted by the Farx Brothers from Spotify’s Movie Baters podcast. Don’t miss out on this thrilling blend of horror and comedy!
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Duluth Transit Authority Chicago Tribute Band
The West Theatre 319 N Central Ave., Duluth, MN, United StatesThe biggest and best Chicago Tribute act is back at the West for a feast of music, with twelve of our areas top musicians playing the best of Chicago...plus some Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, Blood Sweat and Tears, and other awesome songs sprinkled in from the greatest era of rock and roll. Don't miss this show!
$20