Events

9-10am Wed. Aug. 12

Wellness Wednesdays

The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while exploring over 1 mile of scenic zoo trails This is a fun and refreshing way to stay active. Last admission is at 9:45am

Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-noon Wed. Aug. 12

River Rovers

Join us outdoors on Wednesdays in the summer from 10:00 am -12:00 pm for River Rovers! River Rovers is a free nature playgroup for children ages 3-7, with a different theme each week.

Lake Superior Estuarium 3 Marina Drive, Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: Ages 3-7, must be accompanied by an adult

11am-2pm Wed. Aug. 12

The Superior Downtown Farmers Market

Each Wednesday, the Superior Downtown Farmers Market, brought to you by the Douglas County Farmers Association (DCFA) and the Superior Business Improvement District (SBID), features fresh produce, local musicians, handmade goods, and food trucks, all with easy access to downtown restaurants and shops. Visit the event website to learn more about this week’s sponsor, musician, and food truck!

The LOT - Superior 1215 Banks Ave, Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

noon-9pm Wed. Aug. 12

Hoghead Car Show

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

3pm Wed. Aug. 12

Hoghead Festival

Multiple locations, Proctor

4-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Shrimp Boil Patio Party & Live Music

Lakewoods Resort 21540 Cty. Hwy. M, Cable

4-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Easy Paddling: A Beginner Kayak Workshop

Learn the skills to paddle safely and confidently at this beginner-friendly kayaking workshop hosted by the St. Louis River Alliance and partners. Participants can choose from hands-on workshops covering safety, paddling techniques, rescues, and…

Thomson Reservoir, Carlton

Cost: FREE

Age: 12+

5-7pm Wed. Aug. 12

Thea Ennen & Dave Ja Vue

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

5-7pm Wed. Aug. 12

Eisele Brothers

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Concerts on the Pier

Glensheen Mansion 3300 London Rd., Duluth

5:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Yazmin & The Havana Quartet

Bayfield Presbyterian Church 306 Washington Ave., Bayfield

6-7pm Wed. Aug. 12

Flying Tortoises Run Club

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

6-7:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Trivia Night at the Zoo

Join Trivia Night at the Zoo—second Wednesday monthly in the Porcupine Pub at Lake Superior Zoo. Animal-inspired and general trivia, teams up to six, prizes, local brews, pub snacks. 21+.

Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

6-7:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Wednesday Night at the Races - Two Harbors

The Wednesday Night at the Races series is free and open to any child ages 14 & under. Whether it’s your child’s first-ever race or they’ve just fallen in love with running, we’d love to see them at our next event!

Two Harbors High School 1640 County Highway 2, Two Harbors

Cost: FREE

Age: 14 & Under

6-7:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Wednesday Night at the Races - HIbbing

The Wednesday Night at the Races series is free and open to any child ages 14 & under. Whether it’s your child’s first-ever race or they’ve just fallen in love with running, we’d love to see them at our next event!

Hibbing HS (Track) E. 25th Street, Hibbing

Cost: FREE

Age: 14 & Under

6-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Bayside Sounds

Multiple locations superiorwi.gov, Superior

6-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Community Garden Open House

Join the Superior Community Gardens Association for a celebration of summer, community, and local roots. Gardeners and board members will be on hand to provide a tour of the space. Feel free to bring a dish to share!

Oakes Avenue Community Garden 2334 Oakes Avenue, Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Wed. Aug. 12

Roseanne Omersa polka

Cook City Park River St., Cook

6-9pm Wed. Aug. 12

Open mic

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

6-9pm Wed. Aug. 12

TNT HiFi Paddle Splash Reggae Party

BP Tropical Getaway! Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the, musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Positive vibes curated by Al Pajamas & Natty Nico on the TNT HiFi Sound System. Now in Cinemascope! Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love , humanity , happiness and rebellion All Welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Onl

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-9pm Wed. Aug. 12

Joe Paulik

Gunflint Tavern 111 Wisconsin St., Grand Marais

6pm Wed. Aug. 12

Sailboat Races

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

6pm Wed. Aug. 12

Elder marathon runner Jim Anderson

Cloquet Public Library 320 14th St., Cloquet

6:30-9:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Solomon Witherspoon

Snively's Lounge 132 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30-10pm Wed. Aug. 12

Summer Open Jam

Superior Tavern 1224 Tower Ave., Superior

7-10pm Wed. Aug. 12

Bluegrass Jam

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

7-10pm Wed. Aug. 12

TAE & The Neighborly

The band released their debut full-length record, Self Help, in 2024, showcasing lyrics and soul-inspired arrangements that shed the malaise of a world that grows ever more grim for the places of joy that are never more than a mindset away. New…

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

Cost: $12.44-$79.16

Age: 21+

7pm Wed. Aug. 12

Pickup Truck Opera: Tales of Hoffmann

Whiteside Park 58 S. 7th Ave. E., Ely

7:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Dockside Sessions: Molly Dean

North House Folk School 500 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais

8-10pm Wed. Aug. 12

Kroma

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

8-11pm Wed. Aug. 12

Dark Sky Caravan

Tettegouche State Park 5702 Hwy. 61, Silver Bay

8:30pm Wed. Aug. 12

Twin Ports Comedy: Let's Get Weird Wednesdays

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