Events

Thu. Jun. 11

Trailfitters Trail Challenge

Trailfitters Trail Challenge - May 30 - July 12, 2026. Hike 9 local trails! Lots of cool prizes available for finishers. After-party in Fitger's Courtyard on July 12. Keep an eye out on Trailfitters social media on the 30th for official trails.

Multiple locations Duluth trails, Duluth

2pm Thu. Jun. 11

Children's Musical Theater: Let's Eat

Encore Performing Arts Center 2035 Hwy. 33 S. (on Frontage Rd.), Cloquet

3-8pm Thu. Jun. 11

Judy Garland Fan Fest

Judy Garland Museum 2727 S. Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids

5-7pm Thu. Jun. 11

Teen Open Studio (Spring Sessions)

Explore your creativity in a laid-back atmosphere. Bring your headphones and creative ideas—art supplies provided, but bringing your own also welcome. Registration covers all sessions, but attending every session is not necessary.

Duluth Art Institute Lincoln Park Building 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth

Cost: $50

Age: Ages 13–17

5-7pm Thu. Jun. 11

Christopher David Hanson

Singer-songwriter Christopher David Hanson plays his original music live on the Sir Ben's stage.

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

5-7pm Thu. Jun. 11

John Swardson

Hearing John Swardson play live is definitely entertaining, but entertainer he is not. If you hope to hear covers of “American Pie” or “Sweet Caroline” you ought look elsewhere. Swardson is a true lyricist with original songs known to reach deep into the soul, delivered with a wry smile and unique brand of classic comfort. He does throw a few covers in here and there. You might be familiar with them if you liked the B sides of old 45’s including “You Picked A Fine Time To Leave Me Lucille” and “Pancho & Lefty”.

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

5-10:30pm Thu. Jun. 11

The Band Perry, Emily Ann Roberts

Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Dr., Chisholm

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Jun. 11

The Hounds

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

6-8pm Thu. Jun. 11

Gordon Thorne

North Shore Winery 202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen

6-8pm Thu. Jun. 11

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity by painting 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. 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 northernexposureart.com.

Northern Exposure Art 1832 W Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $40

6-8pm Thu. Jun. 11

Superior Porchfest

Multiple locations superiorporchfest.org, Superior

6-10pm Thu. Jun. 11

Reggie Ducote

Sugar Shack 235 Chestnut St., Virginia

6pm Thu. Jun. 11

Ole & Lena's Wedding

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

6pm Thu. Jun. 11

Children's Musical Theater: Let's Eat

Encore Performing Arts Center 2035 Hwy. 33 S. (on Frontage Rd.), Cloquet

6:30-7:30pm Thu. Jun. 11

Northland Garden Talks Online: Integrated Pest Management

Intergrated Pest Management (IPM) is an environmentally sensitive, science-based approach to manage pests by combining tools to minimize risks to human health and the environment. It focuses on long term prevention through monitoring and identification, using pesticides as a last resort. Master Gardener Allyson Bergman provide an introduction.

Online

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

6:35pm Thu. Jun. 11

Duluth Huskies Baseball

Wade Stadium 101 N. 35th Ave. W., Duluth

7-8:30pm Thu. Jun. 11

Summer Reads for 2026 with MPR News’ Emily Bright

Celebrate the joy of summer reading with an engaging and community-focused event that brings together book club members, avid readers, and local independent bookstore owners. Attendees will discover top summer titles across genres, hear insider recommendations on what to read next, and connect with other book lovers.

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE- Please register to reserve a spot

7-8:30pm Thu. Jun. 11

MPR Great Summer Reads MPR Great Summer Reads

Are you looking for a book or two to pack in your summer bag, right next to the sunscreen and flip flops? MPR is hosting an event that can help you find your next great read. Whether you're looking for a bubbly romance to read on the beach, an amazing true story to curl up with in a lawn chair or a fast-paced mystery to bring along on a hike, we've got you covered. Foxes & Fireflies joins Zenith and Amazing Alonzo bookstores to share some summer book recommendations. Meet local authors, booksellers and fellow book enthusiasts. Free admission, but seating is limited

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

7-10pm Thu. Jun. 11

Celtic Jam

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

7pm Thu. Jun. 11

Coleraine City Band

Longyear Park Cole Street, Coleraine

7pm Thu. Jun. 11

Floydian Slip

StageNorth 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn

7pm Thu. Jun. 11

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Cultures, Humanities & Arts on the Iron Range 510 Chestnut St., Virginia

7:30-10pm Thu. Jun. 11

Glitteratti

Glitteratti consists of songwriter Marc Gartman on guitar (Two Many Banjos, Fever Dream), Dave Carroll on electric guitar (Trampled by Turtles, Two Many Banjos), Tim Saxhaug on bass (Trampled by Turtles, Dead Man Winter) and Kyle Keegan on drums (Ben…

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

Age: 21+

8-10pm Thu. Jun. 11

Thursday Night Jazz

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

8pm Thu. Jun. 11

Landscapes

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