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Events For 12/04/2025

Thu. Dec. 4

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

Thu. Dec. 4

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

Thu. Dec. 4

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

1-2pm Thu. Dec. 4

Greg Tiburzi - Songs of Mesabi

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

Moose Lake Public Library 313 Elm Ave., Moose Lake

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

4-8pm Thu. Dec. 4

Tim Jacobson

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

5pm Thu. Dec. 4

Mike Gleason

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

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Dec. 4

The Hounds

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

6-7pm Thu. Dec. 4

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.

West Duluth Branch Library 5830 Grand Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 4

Gordon Thorne

North Shore Winery 202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 4

Rich Mattson

The Ore House 102 N. Broadway, Gilbert

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 4

Acrylic Painting Class

Explore your creativity and paint your own masterpiece with step-by-step instruction! All materials to paint a 16x20 canvas will be provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. All December classes come with a cup of hot cocoa! To see the image we’ll be painting and to register, please visit northernexposureart.com.

Northern Exposure Art 1832 W Superior St #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 4

Full Moon Poetry

Drury Lane Books 12 Wisconsin St., Grand Marais

6-11pm Thu. Dec. 4

Pert Near Sandstone - Duluth or Bust

From the pines to the pavement and back again, we’re gathering all the beautiful people for a night of high-energy roots, bluegrass, and good vibes. Join us as Pert Near Sandstone brings their foot-stomping sound home to Duluth, joined by Jon Stickley Trio and Dance Attic for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and craft beer under the lights of the cosmic stage.

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Age: All Ages

6pm Thu. Dec. 4

Open stage

Up Yonder on 61 1615 W. Hwy. 61, Grand Marais

7-10pm Thu. Dec. 4

Celtic Jam

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

7pm Thu. Dec. 4

Hayward Community Choir

2025 Christmas Cantata Hayward Community Choir Presents "Let There Be Christmas," a Cantata by Joseph M. Martin.

Hayward High School 10320 Greenwood Lane, Hayward

7pm Thu. Dec. 4

Spring Fed

StageNorth 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn

7:30-10pm Thu. Dec. 4

Frozen the Musical

For the first time in forever, experience the magic of Disney’s Frozen at the historic Norshor Theatre. Gather the whole family this holiday season to experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm.

NorShor Theatre 211 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $30-$60

Age: 4+

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 4

Housing in Duluth: A Local Panel

A panel of leading advocates will speak in this roundtable discussion about housing in Duluth. This is the Tom Morgan Honorary Local Panel, part of the 2025-2026 lecture series "Home," presented by the Alworth Center for the Study of Peace and Justice.

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

Cost: FREE

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 4

Vocal Jazz Extravaganza

The UW-Superior Jazz Combo and the Jazz Band will accompany several singers from campus and the area for an evening featuring great classics and standards in varying grooves. The concert will feature UW-Superior student singers Gabrielle Northern, Gianna Hopke, and Marcus Juusola, along with Music Department faculty member Jeffrey Madison and alumni vocalist and trombonist Tim Stratioti.

Manion Theater UWS Campus, 1805 Catlin Ave., Superior

Cost: $5, Students/Kids free

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