Events

9am-7pm Fri. Apr. 17

H&R Block Supply Drive for Carlton County Animal Rescue

H&R Block Rep. Meagen Csomos, along with 1 rep in Cloquet have joined to collect supply donations for Carlton County Animal Rescue. Most needed items: Purina dry Kitten and Puppy food, sturdy dog leashes, hard dog chew toys (Kong, Nylabone), wire dog kennels, paper towels, Kitten pate', potty pads. Downtown office :205 W. 2nd St. Ste. 201, Duluth. Cloquet Ofc: 707 Hwy. 33 Ste. 13 Cloquet, MN.

H&R Block 131 East Central Entrance, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

1pm Fri. Apr. 17

Poetry & Printmaking with Shelley Getten

Silver Bay Public Library 9 Davis Dr., Silver Bay

3pm Fri. Apr. 17

UWS Baseball

NBC Baseball & Softball Complex 2600 Catlin Ave, Superior

4-7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Art opening: Chromesthesia, The Color of Sound

Lizzard's Art Gallery 11 W. Superior St., Duluth

4:30-7pm Fri. Apr. 17

60th Anniversary Gala

Kick off Minnesota Ballet's milestone weekend with a pre-performance Gala Fundraiser held just before the opening night of Retrospective. Celebrate six decades of artistry and community impact with an elegant buffet dinner, cash bar, and silent auction featuring exclusive items and experiences.

The Depot Great Hall 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $75

5-7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Jon Edwards

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Mark Connolly

Keyport Lounge 1900 Belknap St., Superior

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Eco3's Earth Week Sip & Support Fundraiser

Join us for an unforgettable evening where art, craft beverages, and community improvement come together. Sip on expertly curated brews, find some treasures with a silent auction, view eco-inspired artwork, and make a meaningful impact. This event is not just about great drinks and incredible art, it is about coming together to celebrate a cause that truly matters. Whether you are an art enthusias

Clyde Iron Works 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: 50

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Misisipi Mike

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM “Misisipi” Mike Wolf is a traditional folk and country singer/songwriter who performs both solo and in enough bands to fill a summer music festival lineup. He writes songs with the same heart and humor as greats like…

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

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Stoney Point First Pour

Our tribute to the fresh-water surf scene drops in with a heavy tropical-fruit nose before kicking out citrus and resinous flavors.

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

Age: 21+

5-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Fitger’s Bockfest

Fitger's Courtyard 600 E. Superior St., Duluth

5pm Fri. Apr. 17

Sam Miltich & Clearwater Hot Club

Smoke on the Water 94 Roosevelt St., Coleraine

6-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Bump Blomberg

Cascade Lodge 3719 Hwy. 61, Lutsen

6-8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity by painting your own masterpiece with step-by-step instruction! All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Class will be held at Northern Exposure Art in Enger Lofts Marketplace. To see the image we’ll be painting and to register, please visit the website. Note: the class on 4/17 is $50

Northern Exposure Art 1832 W Superior Street #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

6pm Fri. Apr. 17

Shane Nelson Band

Cast Iron Bar & Grill 5906 Old Miller Trunk Hwy, Duluth

6pm Fri. Apr. 17

Mark Blom

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

6pm Fri. Apr. 17

Kelli Barker

Remedy Room 1222 Tower Ave., Superior

6pm Fri. Apr. 17

Deerstreet Duo

Rapids Brewing 214 N Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids

6pm Fri. Apr. 17

Gene LaFond & Amy Grillo

Larsmont Trading Post 97 Scenic Dr., Two Harbors

7-9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Minnesota Ballet Retrospective

Minnesota Ballet’s 60th Anniversary performance, Retrospective, is a special mixed repertory celebration honoring six decades of artistic excellence. This milestone program features a dynamic blend of audience favorites from past seasons alongside exciting new works, showcasing the company’s versatility and creative evolution. Audiences can expect a rich variety of dance styles!

Depot Theatre 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $35-$50

Age: All Ages

7-9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Paul Metsa & Friends

Alhambra Lounge 321 N. Central Ave., Duluth

7-9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Rocky Pierce

The Hydeaway 205 State St., Buhl

7-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

Russ Darwin

Bridge's Bar 6891 S. Lake Ave., Lake Nebagamon

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

John & Andy

Belknap Lounge 130 Belknap St., Superior

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Indecent Proposal, Waar Party, Christmas On Neptune

Indecent Proposal Joined by: Waar Party + Christmas On Neptune Turn it up. This one’s built for loud guitars and late-night energy. Door: $10 — 100% of door fees go to the Armory renovation & establishment of the Armory Project. Location: The Caddyshack — Duluth, MN Door: $10 (all door fees go to the Armory project) Time: Doors: 7pm · Music: 8pm

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

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Watch on the Rhine

Lillian Hellman was in Germany in 1936, where she watched fascism rising in Europe, and wrote this play in 1941 as a warning to America. First performed eight months before the U.S. entered WWII, it explores the conflict between choosing to confront what is going on in the world and looking the other way.

Old Post Office Ballroom 1401 Tower Ave. 3rd Floor, Superior

Cost: $10 youth, $20 adults

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Molly Whuppie

Rinehart Theatre 210 5th Ave. E., Ashland

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

'Tracks' one-act play

William Kelley High School 137 Banks Blvd., Silver Bay

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Dancing with the Ely Stars

Washington Elementary School 600 E. Harvey St., Ely

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Piatigorsky Foundation concert

Edge Center for the Arts 101 2nd Ave., Bigfork

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Unattractive Giant Monster, Woodblind, Thor & The Wregulars

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

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Minnesota Ballet Retrospective

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Renegade at the Movies: 300

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Lone Piñon

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

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Rich Mattson & Germaine Gemberling

The Arrowhead 412 Chestnut St., Virginia

7pm Fri. Apr. 17

Jammin' Joe

Luke's Tavern 126 Main St., Biwabik

7:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

The Odd Couple

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

7:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

Trace Bundy

The West Theatre 319 N. Central Ave., Duluth

7:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

The Spongebob Musical

Marshall Performing Arts Center 1215 Ordean Court - UMD Campus, Duluth

7:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

UMD Spring Choir Concert

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

8-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

Midnight Kissfight, Ferrari Fast, Dirt Magnet

Midnight Kissfight is Duluth’s least tattooed indie rock band, with a sound that would fit in seamlessly on college radio in 2005. Their first release, “three songs,” is available on Bandcamp. Ferrari Fast sounds like they grew up…

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

Age: 21+

8-11pm Fri. Apr. 17

Salsa Dancing

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

8pm Fri. Apr. 17

Zakk Grandahl

Superior Tavern 1224 Tower Ave., Superior

8:30pm Fri. Apr. 17

Virgil Caine

Grand Rapids Eagles 1776 S. Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Brothers Burn Mountain

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

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Necessary Diversion

Black Bear Casino Cobalt Nightclub I-35 & 210, Carlton

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Freshwater Deejays

Rival House at Grand Casino Hinckley 777 Lady Luck Drive, Hinckley

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Chad Edwards

Sevenwinds Casino 13767 County Hwy B, Hayward

9pm Fri. Apr. 17

Shania Twin

Bad River Lodge & Casino 73370 Hwy. 2, Ashland