Events

Wed. Dec. 3

Stock the Shelves for Carlton County Animal Rescue

Carlton County Animal Rescue's STOCK THE SHELVES campaign is happening now through December 12th at KJ's Fresh Market in Moose Lake. We are a 100% foster-based rescue and are in need of a restock before winter hits! Please see our 'most wanted' list, along with the Amazon and Walmart wish list QR codes to donate today.

KJ's Fresh Market 70 Arrowhead Lane, Moose Lake

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Wed. Dec. 3

Northland Grandmothers for Peace Holiday Gift Drive

HOLIDAY GIFT DRIVE: Northland Grandmothers for Peace are collecting gifts to promote peaceful play and creativity. We are seeking donations of new art supplies and new (or gently used) books for children and youth from Nov. 21 to Dec. 19, 2025. Please check the Reader website for specific locations in Duluth and Superior, WI to drop off donations.

Duluth and Superior businesses check Reader website for locations

Wed. Dec. 3

Nerd Nite

Nerd Nite is a bi-monthly night of fun, lectures and games. Think TED Talks but local, more fun, and hosted by your friends and neighbors. This month's lectures are: FUSIONFALL R.E.T.R.O.BUTION, FORGOTTEN NORTHERN MN FED ART PROJECT, & A CONSPIRACY OF BIBLICAL PROPORTIONS

Studio 4 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $5

Age: All Ages

Wed. Dec. 3

Holiday Tours at Fairlawn Mansion

Step into the magic of the season with Holiday Tours at Fairlawn Mansion! This brand-new event offers a festive twist on the mansion experience, featuring a specialty holiday tour that highlights Fairlawn’s elegant decorations and rich history…

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

Cost: Adults: $20, Youth/College/Senior/Military: $15

8am-8pm Wed. Dec. 3

Winter Day of Caring

Join us for Head of the Lakes United Way's Winter Day of Caring on Wednesday, December 3rd! Day of Caring is a community-wide event where hundreds of volunteers complete projects for local non-profit agencies. Volunteering is a direct and hands-on effort to help advance the missions of these local organizations.

Multiple Community Non-profit agencies

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

3:30-4:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

Greg Tiburzi - Songs of Mesabi

The Arrowhead Library System presents "Songs of Mesabi," an original musical journey through Minnesota’s Iron Range with Greg Tiburzi.

Cloquet Public Library 320 14th St., Cloquet

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5-7pm Wed. Dec. 3

Weekly Wine Gathering

Gather with us every Wednesday to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply curious to expand your palate, this is the perfect opportunity to try something new, mingle with fellow wine lovers, and enjoy the cozy elegance of the Sheraton Duluth.

Sheraton Duluth Hotel 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

5-7pm Wed. Dec. 3

Book Signing with Janis Fairbanks

Celebrate Janis A. Fairbanks' new book, Sugar Bush Babies! Meet the Author and get your copy signed. About the Book: "Recalling her early childhood at Leech Lake, her school days in Duluth, and her summers in Fond duLac, Janis brings the gifts of…

N.P. Junction Books 110 3rd St., Carlton

Cost: FREE

5pm Wed. Dec. 3

Adam Moe

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

5pm Wed. Dec. 3

Morningbird

Smoke on the Water 94 Roosevelt St., Coleraine

5:30-8pm Wed. Dec. 3

Mastering your Energy with Play

A series of four classes that will teach you how to clean and clear your personal space. Use your imagination and have fun playing with introception and intention. Learn how to clear your energy field and have fun doing it.

Halcyon House 11 E Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $60 for all 4

Age: All Ages

5:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

UMD Men's Basketball

UMD Romano Gym 10 University Drive, Duluth

6-9pm Wed. Dec. 3

Open Mic at The Backstage

Backstage - Big Top Chautauqua 84810 State Hwy. 13, Bayfield

6:30-11pm Wed. Dec. 3

Junkyard Mule Cedar Sessions

Old-tyme country, acoustic three-piece Junkyard Mule plays original songs and classic covers about drifting, drinking and long-lost love. The band’s music sounds like it was made in the back room of a crossroads general store sometime around 1950

Cedar Lounge/Earth Rider Brewery 1715 N. 3rd St., Superior

Cost: $5-$50

6:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

E & J Acoustic

EZ Street Saloon 3205 S. County Rd. E., South Range

7-9pm Wed. Dec. 3

Open jam

Superior Tavern 1224 Tower Ave., Superior

7-9pm Wed. Dec. 3

Kroma

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

7-9:15pm Wed. Dec. 3

Salsa Night

Fitger's Barrel Room 600 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 3

Free Wonderstruck Wednesdays

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 3

CSS Women's Basketball

Reif Gymnasium 1200 Kenwood Ave., Duluth

7:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

UMD Women's Basketball

UMD Romano Gym 10 University Drive, Duluth

7:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

UMD Big Band Jazz Concert

Weber Music Hall 1151 University Dr. - UMD Campus, Duluth

7:30pm Wed. Dec. 3

Cedric Burnside

The West Theatre 319 N. Central Ave., Duluth

8-10pm Wed. Dec. 3

Let's Get Weird Wednesdays with Twin Ports Comedy

Stop by on Wednesdays from 8:30pm - 10pm-ish for your midweek chuckle! Twin Ports Comedy will be supplying laughs every Wednesday with a different twist each week 🔀 Stand up comedy, improv, game shows, live podcasts, crowd work, with monthly headliners and more! 🎙 // Sign-up: 8:00pm · Show: 8:30pm // FREE · 21+

Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub 2023 W Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+