Events

Thu. Dec. 5

CASDA Give the Gift of Healing online auction

The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse, Inc. (CASDA) announces its very first Black Friday online auction fundraiser, Give the Gift of Healing, from 8 a.m. Nov. 29 - 8 p.m. Dec. 15. Funds raised will support survivors of victims and survivors of abuse with safe shelter and vital outreach and advocacy services.

Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse casda.org/event/give-the-gift-of-healing

10am-2pm Thu. Dec. 5

Christmas at the Museum

Hibbing Memorial Building 400 E. 23rd St., HIbbing

10am-6pm Thu. Dec. 5

Virginia Holiday Market

Virginia Market Square 111 S. 9th Ave. W., Virginia

11am-3pm Thu. Dec. 5

Open Art Club

Lyric Annex 516 Chestnut St., Virginia

Cost: Free

5-6pm Thu. Dec. 5

Call of the Wild Poetry Night

Ely Folk School 209 E. Sheridan St, Ely

5-7pm Thu. Dec. 5

Gatherings by Sheraton: Wine Tasting

Join Kailee Lemire from Small Lot Wine & Spirits for a special evening of wine tasting. Sample a handpicked selection of wines, each with its own story and character, while Kailee shares insights and tasting notes. It’s the perfect way to expand your palate and connect with fellow wine lovers.

Sheraton Duluth Hotel 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

Age: 21+

5-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Fairlawn Mansion Holiday Sampler

Celebrate the holiday season in the decked halls of Fairlawn Mansion while listening to live music from Similar Dogs. Sample wine and beer from Keyport Liquor, enjoy hors d’oeuvres from Rich’s Cuisine, win wine, bid on silent auction…

Fairlawn Mansion & Museum 906 E. 2nd St., Superior

Cost: $50 per person, ages 21 and up

Age: 21+

5-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Andy Hauswirth

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

5-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Ian Alexy

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

5-9pm Thu. Dec. 5

Bringing Light to Chisholm

Chisholm Pocket Park 118 W Lake St, Chisholm

5pm Thu. Dec. 5

Christmas by the Lake Holiday Concert

Clyde Iron Works 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth

5pm Thu. Dec. 5

Greg Tiburzi

Sir Benedict's Tavern 805 E. Superior St., Duluth

5pm Thu. Dec. 5

Keith Soring

Smoke on the Water 94 Roosevelt St., Coleraine

5pm Thu. Dec. 5

Gunflint Falling: Blowdown in the Boundary Waters

West Duluth Branch Library 5830 Grand Ave., Duluth

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Gordon Thorne

North Shore Winery 202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Blue Valentine

Blue Valentine is a captivating Tom Waits cover band channeling the timeless essence of the legendary artist. With a passion for Waits' music and a deep appreciation for his distinctive style, Delivering soul-stirring renditions of his most iconic songs. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Rich Mattson

The Ore House 102 N. Broadway, Gilbert

6pm Thu. Dec. 5

North of Montgomery

SandRocks 421 Commercial Ave. N., Sandstone

6pm Thu. Dec. 5

Christopher David Hanson

Grand Superior Lodge 2826 E. Highway 61, Two Harbors

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Dec. 5

Behind the Build: Adults-Only Field Trip to the Aquarium

Great Lakes Aquarium partners with Café Scientifique Twin Ports on an after-hours, behind-the-build exploration of Lava to Lakes, the newest exhibit opening in late spring of 2025. Join Executive Director Jay Walker and Exhibit Designer Julie…

Great Lakes Aquarium 353 Harbor Drive, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

7-9pm Thu. Dec. 5

Nerd Night: Wintry Mix

Studio 4 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

7-11pm Thu. Dec. 5

Holiday Hand Lettering Workshop

This workshop will cover the basics of hand lettering, the fundamentals behind planning a hand lettered composition, and allow you to put your new skills to the test by making a hand lettered holiday card. Ugly holiday sweaters are encouraged and materials and light refreshments will be provided. The cost of your ticket includes a drink ticket.

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $45

Age: All Ages

7pm Thu. Dec. 5

Celtic Jam

Sir Benedict's Tavern 805 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Thu. Dec. 5

A Christmas Carol

Honest Dog Books 40 S. Second St. #1455, Bayfield

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 5

Peacemaking in the Twin Ports

This annual local panel event features speakers from a variety of Duluth-area organizations working to foster peace in our community. Come hear about new initiatives, collaborative projects, and how we can all be involved in making a difference. Bring your questions for our panelists! This is the second event in this year's Alworth Center for the Study of Peace and Justice lecture series.

Mitchell Auditorium, College of St. Scholastica 1200 Kenwood Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 5

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Thorpe Langley Auditorium-UWS 1710 Weeks Ave., Superior

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 5

Paula Poundstone

The West Theatre 319 N. Central Ave., Duluth

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 5

The Winter Wonderettes

Fitger's Spirit of the North Theater 600 E. Superior St., Duluth

8pm Thu. Dec. 5

Open mic comedy

Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub 109 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: Free

9-11pm Thu. Dec. 5

Thursday Night Jazz

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth