Events

9-11pm Thu. Dec. 12

Thursday Night Jazz

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

4-9pm Fri. Dec. 13

Funk-day the 13th!

A special night of freaky funky jams, with Jumpsuit and friends. Superstition be damned...we’re getting our groove on! ✨ Come join us at Bent Paddle for some wicked fun! Live Music, Vinyl DJ, Jin Tarot Reading, Ritual Apothecary Pop-up, Johnny B's food truck and Ritual Salad Pop-up!

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5-8pm Fri. Dec. 13

Mackie Brothers

Keyport Lounge 1900 Belknap St., Superior

5-8:30pm Fri. Dec. 13

Adam Moe

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

6-10pm Fri. Dec. 13

Boubville

$20 suggested donation

315 W. 4th St., Duluth

7pm Fri. Dec. 13

John & Andy

Belknap Lounge 130 Belknap St., Superior

7pm Fri. Dec. 13

Borealis Chorale & Orchestra Christmas Concerts

This year’s program features "Wexford Carol," a new composition by local composer Bill Beckstrand, with Eric Anderson on trombone and a vocal ensemble. Other works will include a selection from Handel’s Messiah, and a small women’s ensemble singing "Candle Blessing," a Hanukkah piece by David Ludwig. Handel’s "The People That Walked in Darkness" will feature Scott Mehlhaff, baritone; and "Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow," by Gordon Thornett, will feature Aurora Schelmeske, soprano. Scott Mehlhaff, Mike Roth, Aurora Schelmeske, Hannah Miller, and Erika Ternes will be featured soloists in the piece "Come Unto Him," by BJ Muus, From the early days of Cook County’s Symphonium Music Club in the 1950s to today’s Borealis Chorale & Orchestra (BCO), hundreds of talented and devoted community members have kept the art of choral music alive in Cook County.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church 1st Ave. W., Grand Marais

Cost: Free, suggested donation of $10-20

7pm Fri. Dec. 13

Holiday Horror Show with The Leave Alones, Chasm, DJ Delgado

Stop by for a holiday scare (and bands)! A December Friday the 13th brings us: The Leave Alones, Chasm, & DJ Delgado 🎄 // Doors: 7pm · Music: 8pm // $5 · 21+

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

Cost: $5

Age: 21+

7pm Fri. Dec. 13

Tom Cawcutt Christmas Concert

It's been 10 years since Tom's previous iconic Christmas concert in Cloquet. Save the date!

Our Saviors Lutheran Church - Cloquet 615 12th St., Cloquet

10pm Fri. Dec. 13

Renegade Improv Comedy

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

1-4pm Sat. Dec. 14

Similar Dogs

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

6-8pm Sat. Dec. 14

Dave Neuswanger

60's, 70's Folk Rock

Boulder Lodge 7296 WI-77, Hayward

6-10pm Sat. Dec. 14

Boubville

$20 suggested donation

315 W. 4th St., Duluth

6-9pm Sat. Dec. 14

Funniest Person In The Twin Ports · Final Round

We may be close to cracking this case wide open 🤔 Stop by for the final round of the "Funniest Person In The Twin Ports" contest hosted by Twin Ports Comedy! // Doors: 6pm · Show: 7pm // $10 · 21+

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

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

6:30pm Sat. Dec. 14

Pro-Comedy Tour

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

Cost: $18 advance, $20 door

7pm Sat. Dec. 14

Borealis Chorale & Orchestra Christmas Concerts

This year’s program features "Wexford Carol," a new composition by local composer Bill Beckstrand, with Eric Anderson on trombone and a vocal ensemble. Other works will include a selection from Handel’s Messiah, and a small women’s ensemble singing "Candle Blessing," a Hanukkah piece by David Ludwig. Handel’s "The People That Walked in Darkness" will feature Scott Mehlhaff, baritone; and "Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow," by Gordon Thornett, will feature Aurora Schelmeske, soprano. Scott Mehlhaff, Mike Roth, Aurora Schelmeske, Hannah Miller, and Erika Ternes will be featured soloists in the piece "Come Unto Him," by BJ Muus, From the early days of Cook County’s Symphonium Music Club in the 1950s to today’s Borealis Chorale & Orchestra (BCO), hundreds of talented and devoted community members have kept the art of choral music alive in Cook County.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church 1st Ave. W., Grand Marais

Cost: Free, suggested donation of $10-20

7-10pm Sat. Dec. 14

Gene LaFond & The Wild Unknown

Reunion Hall 97 Outer Dr., Silver Bay

Cost: Free

7-9pm Sat. Dec. 14

The Roadside Lupines

Some friends who love making tunes, living in our favorite city, Duluth. You can find us playing Folk, Bluegrass, and everything in-between. We're The Roadside Lupines. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

7:30pm Sat. Dec. 14

Guide Us to Thy Perfect Light

Join us for a festive holiday program featuring the St. Scholastica Concert Band and Benedictine Bronze, the CSS handbell ensemble. We will merrily ring in the season with fanfares of festive cheer!

Mitchell Auditorium, College of St. Scholastica 1200 Kenwood Ave., Duluth

Cost: $7 general admission, free for students and Sisters of the St. Scholastica Monastery

9pm Sat. Dec. 14

Discord At Dawn, Underground Til Sundown

Gopher Bar & Grill 402 N. Central Ave., Duluth

9pm Sat. Dec. 14

Pro-Comedy Tour

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

Cost: $18 advance, $20 door

11am-1pm Sun. Dec. 15

Mark Levings Brunch

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

2-6pm Sun. Dec. 15

Acoustic Sunday open mic

Locker Room 403 Roosevelt St., Coleraine

5-8pm Sun. Dec. 15

Open mic night

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

5-8pm Sun. Dec. 15

Similar Dogs

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

6pm Mon. Dec. 16

Twin Ports Chess Club

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

6pm Mon. Dec. 16

Teague Alexy

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

8-9:30pm Mon. Dec. 16

Open Mic Comedy

Free open mic comedy every Monday night at the Jade Fountain Cocktail Lounge featuring the area's best comedians. Sign up starts at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. First timers welcome to sign up. Come see the coolest lounge in Duluth, and start your week off with a laugh! Best of all, it's free!

Jade Fountain 305 N. Central Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

5-8pm Tue. Dec. 17

Chris Clemens

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

6-8pm Tue. Dec. 17

Old Time Jam

210 Gallery & Art Center 210 Commercial Ave. N., Sandstone

6pm Tue. Dec. 17

Open stage

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

7:30pm Tue. Dec. 17

Messiah Singalong

Join the CSS Music Program and Borealis Chamber Artists for St. Scholastica’s 42nd Annual Messiah Singalong. Warm up those vocal cords and dust off that Messiah score (or borrow or purchase a copy at the door) for a joyful evening with Handel’s beloved masterpiece.

Mitchell Auditorium, College of St. Scholastica 1200 Kenwood Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

7:30-9:40pm Tue. Dec. 17

The Hot Club of Duluth

Join us in the underground speakeasy every Tuesday night from 7:30-9:30pm for live Gatsby/1920’s Jazz by local band, The Hot Club of Duluth. Also featuring classic silent films up on the big screen. No cover charge. Must be 21+ to enter. The Hot Club of Duluth is a local band that is dedicated to the performance of music of the Golden Age of Jazz. Bringing hot jazz to the people all winter long.

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

6-8pm Wed. Dec. 18

Boss Mama & Co.

Rugged Spruce Golf Club 2871A Sundberg Rd., Mahtowa

6-9:30pm Wed. Dec. 18

Between Howls

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

6pm Wed. Dec. 18

Open mic

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

6-9pm Wed. Dec. 18

Open Mic at The Backstage

Backstage - Big Top Chautauqua 84810 State Hwy. 13, Bayfield

6-9pm Wed. Dec. 18

Salsa! With Simply Ballroom

Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! Tonight's Paddle Splash featuring Simply Ballroom is a night dedicated to Latin music and dance. Event Details: ~ Social hour 6-7p ~ Open To All ~ Free Salsa & Bachata Lessons 7-9p ~ Followed by open dance Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi, DJ Mole + Simply Ballroom & Friends. All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibes Only | HOT HOT HOT

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

7pm Wed. Dec. 18

Bluegrass Jam

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

7pm Wed. Dec. 18

Open mic

Lyric Center for the Arts 510 Chestnut St., Virginia

8pm Wed. Dec. 18

Open mic night

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

8-10pm Wed. Dec. 18

Krona

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

4:30pm Thu. Dec. 19

Community Song Circle

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

Cost: $5-10 sugested donation

5-8pm Thu. Dec. 19

Mackie Brothers

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

6-8pm Thu. Dec. 19

Gordon Thorne

North Shore Winery 202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen

7pm Thu. Dec. 19

North Shore Community Swing Band

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

7pm Thu. Dec. 19

Celtic Jam

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

8pm Thu. Dec. 19

Open mic comedy

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

Cost: Free

9-11pm Thu. Dec. 19

Thursday Night Jazz

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

5-8:30pm Fri. Dec. 20

Adam Moe

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