Events

5-7:30pm Fri. Dec. 5

Zoo Lights

Join us for Zoo Lights at the Lake Superior Zoo, an after-hours holiday event featuring giant animal inflatables, festive lights, free s’mores, crafts, hot chocolate, and nightly visits from Santa. New this year, guests 21+ can enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, or seltzers on the Tiger Deck or while exploring.

Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont St., Duluth

Cost: $10 for Guests, $5 for Members & Children 2 and under are FREE

Age: All Ages

5-7pm Fri. Dec. 5

Little Way

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5-10pm Fri. Dec. 5

Backcountry Ski Festival & Fundraiser

Superior Highland Backcountry and Lutsen Recreations proudly present the 20th Anniversary Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Ski Film Festival! This festival celebrates the connection between humans and wild winters through inspiring…

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Suggested $20 donation

Age: All Ages

5:30pm Fri. Dec. 5

23rd Veteran Winter Gala

Greysolon Ballroom 231 E. Superior St., Duluth

6pm Fri. Dec. 5

CSS Women's Hockey

Mars Lakeview Arena 1201 Rice Lake Rd., Duluth

6pm Fri. Dec. 5

Inga Entheos

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

6pm Fri. Dec. 5

Life House Variety Show

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Fri. Dec. 5

Nate Weiler, Holly Mirau, Adam Stariha

Wussow's Concert Cafe 324 N. Central Ave., Duluth

7pm Fri. Dec. 5

Locomotion, Jambronies

Locomotion, a 4 piece funk/rock/blues jam band are joined by local jammers The Jambronies for some TCS jams! Stop on over for a great night of music 🎸 // Doors: 7pm · Music: 8pm // $5 · 21+

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

Cost: $5

Age: 21+

7pm Fri. Dec. 5

Old Pup, Ross Thorn, Spine Stealers

An evening of beautiful folk music! Hot cozy beverages will also be available. Old Pup is a warmly haunted folk outfit from Milwaukee. Ross Thorn’s music emanates as a warm and soulful hymn. The Spine Stealers make spooky folk inspired by dark…

Spirit of the Lake Community Arts 5401 Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $10 adv / $15 door

Age: All Ages

7:30-10pm Fri. Dec. 5

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 Fri. Dec. 5

O Holy Night

The College of St. Scholastica Music Program presents our annual Christmas concert, O Holy Night. Our choral, brass, and string ensembles will share the Christmas story and spirit through an unforgettable evening of music. A freewill offering will be collected to benefit Chum.

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary 2801 E. 4th St., Duluth

Cost: $17 general admission, free for students

7:30pm Fri. Dec. 5

UMD Sounds of the Season

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

7:30pm Fri. Dec. 5

A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol

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

10pm Fri. Dec. 5

Renegade Improv Comedy

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth