Events For 07/11/2026

Sat. Jul. 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

8am-3pm Sat. Jul. 11

Duluth International Rowing Regatta

For more than 60 years Duluth has hosted teams from the Midwest and Canada, attracting a large crowd of spectators and a festive atmosphere. The race course is on Superior Bay though wind and weather conditions sometimes require moving to Lake Superior across the street.

Duluth Rowing Club 3911 Minnesota Ave., Duluth

9am-6pm Sat. Jul. 11

Duluth Air Show

Duluth International Airport 4701 Grinden Dr., Duluth

11am-2pm Sat. Jul. 11

Rose Fest

• Enjoy a guided tour of the Leif Erickson Rose Garden. • Learn several methods to propagate roses. • Explore the Rose Garden on a Treasure Hunt for Kids (of all ages!). • Identify the top performing hardy roses in our area featured in the Rose Garden. • Learn how to make beautiful flower arrangements. • Hear about best roses for beginners chosen by the Lake Superior Rose Society. • Visit the Q & A table for answers to your questions about growing roses. Rose Fest is presented by the Lake Superior Rose Society and the City of Duluth.

Leif Erikson Rose Garden 13th Ave. E. & London Rd., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

2-5pm Sat. Jul. 11

North Shore Folklore

Our Siiviis Gallery summer exhibition, North Shore Folklore, is an exploration of the mysterious, unknown and intriguing in and around the North Shore. Do you know any tall tales of the Great Lakes, heard or invented; any inexplicable occurrences? Can you describe something intriguing or secret about the deep places in the world?

Siiviis Gallery 361 Canal Park Dr., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

2-5pm Sat. Jul. 11

Saturday Artist Alleyway

Get outside and support local artists this summer! This outdoor market in Lincoln Park features pottery, original artwork and prints, unique handcrafted items, and fun activities for kids.

Artist Alleyway 1921 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

4-9pm Sat. Jul. 11

Rise Up Reggae Dance Party

Join us for the 9th Annual Reggae Rise Up Dance Party. This year, we're excited to partner with the band Harbor Roots and TNT HiFi to bring even more positive vibrations to Lincoln Park. Mark your calendars and level up your energy for an afternoon…

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5-7pm Sat. Jul. 11

Lu Starr

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5:30pm Sat. Jul. 11

Ian Munsick

Bayfront Festival Park 704 W. Railroad St., Duluth

6pm Sat. Jul. 11

Bruce Bednarchuk

Bruce Bednarchuk is a seasoned solo/acoustic artist who plays Folk, Rock, Jazz and Blues and original songs, too.

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

Cost: $5 Cover Charge

6pm Sat. Jul. 11

Pro-Comedy Tour

Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub 109 W. Superior St., Duluth

7-9pm Sat. Jul. 11

Ross Thorn

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

7:30-10pm Sat. Jul. 11

Legally Blonde the Musical

With whip-smart humor, fierce choreography, and a feel-good score, Legally Blonde The Musical proves you can be ambitious, brilliant, and look fabulous doing it. This show is so much fun, it should be illegal.

NorShor Theatre 211 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $30-$60

Age: Ages 4 and up

8:30pm Sat. Jul. 11

Pro-Comedy Tour

Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub 109 W. Superior St., Duluth