Events

8am-7pm Wed. Dec. 6

Head of the Lakes United Way Day of Caring

Join us for Head of the Lakes United Way's Day of Caring on Wednesday, December 6th! Day of Caring is a community-wide event where hundreds of volunteers complete projects for local non-profit agencies. Recruit your friends, family or co-workers to lend a hand. Volunteer sign-up closes on Monday, December 4th.

Multiple Community Non-profit agencies

Cost: FREE

5-8pm Wed. Dec. 6

Christmas by the Lake Holiday Concert

Clyde Iron Works 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 6

Free Wonderstruck Wednesdays

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 6

Anishinaabe Storytelling

Ely Folk School 209 E. Sheridan St, Ely

7:30pm Wed. Dec. 6

One Who is Home

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

noon Thu. Dec. 7

Jazz Lunch

Yellowjacket Union-UWS Campus 1605 Catlin Ave., Superior

5-8pm Thu. Dec. 7

Fairlawn Mansion Holiday Sampler

Celebrate the holiday season in the decked halls of Fairlawn Mansion while listening to live music from Similar Dogs. Sample wine and beer from Keyport Liquor, enjoy hors d’oeuvres from Rich’s Cuisine, win wine, bid on silent auction…

Fairlawn Mansion & Museum 906 E. 2nd St., Superior

Cost: $50 per person, ages 21 and up

Age: 21+

5pm Thu. Dec. 7

'Home is Where the Heart Is' Dinner Fundraiser

Timberlake Lodge 144 SE 17th St., Grand Rapids

6:30pm Thu. Dec. 7

Dave Simonett, Lanue, Ross Thorn

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

7-8:30pm Thu. Dec. 7

A Catholic Perspective on Artificial Intelligence

This interview with Dr. Taylor Nutter will address the difference between human and artificial intelligence from a Catholic theological perspective. Topics include the nature of thinking, spirituality and AI, and the light that Catholic Social…

College of St. Scholastica Virtual Webinar: css.zoom.us, Duluth

Cost: Free, register in advance

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 7

Symphonic Band Concert

Thorpe Langley Auditorium-UWS 1710 Weeks Ave., Superior

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 7

Piano Studio Recital

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

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 7

One Who is Home

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

5pm Fri. Dec. 8

Forces of Nature - Art by Melissa Sauer

Bent Paddle Brewing Co. 1912 W. Michigan St., Duluth

5:30pm Fri. Dec. 8

Northland College Women's Basketball

Northland College Kendrigan Center 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland

7pm Fri. Dec. 8

CSS Men's Hockey

Mars Lakeview Arena 1201 Rice Lake Rd., Duluth

7pm Fri. Dec. 8

Live Guided Tours of the Universe

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

7:15pm Fri. Dec. 8

Northland College Men's Basketball

Northland College Kendrigan Center 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland

7:30pm Fri. Dec. 8

Piano Group Recital

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

9am-2pm Sat. Dec. 9

Scandinavian Christmas on the Shore

Fancy baked goods, breads, candy, lefse, jams, jellies, pickles, etc. will be available for purchase. A wide variety of artisans and crafters will be offering their items for your Christmas shopping. The 'FIKA Cafe' will be serving soups, sandwiches and desserts for you to enjoy!

French River Lutheran Church 5310 Ryan Rd., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

11am-5pm Sat. Dec. 9

Holiday Market

The 3rd annual winter holiday market is back! Join us for incredible locally made goods, food, drinks and general merriment! The Krampus will be joining us for our December 9th market!

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

1-5pm Sat. Dec. 9

Community Partners Winter FUNdraiser

Join us for a lovely afternoon of a tour of Two Harbors while we raise money for a Two Harbors non-profit. There will be light refreshments and mocktails from Two Harbors restaurants, entertainment by local musicians and Sterling Dance, and live…

Lake View Conference Center 325 11th Ave., Two Harbors

Cost: $40, $45 at the door

Age: All ages, children must be attended

2pm Sat. Dec. 9

Chili Cook-off

Billy's 3502 W. Tischer Rd., Duluth

2pm Sat. Dec. 9

Family Show

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

3pm Sat. Dec. 9

Northland College Women's Basketball

Northland College Kendrigan Center 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland

4:45pm Sat. Dec. 9

Northland College Men's Basketball

Northland College Kendrigan Center 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland

6pm Sat. Dec. 9

Old Fashioneds 2023

Kitchi Gammi Club 831 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Sat. Dec. 9

General Public Show

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

11am-1pm Sun. Dec. 10

Holiday Progressive Tea

Enjoy a Progressive Tea and inside peak at 3 of Duluths premiere mansions and Boutique Hotels, all located in the Congdon Mansion neighborhood. The tour will allow you to explore the Salyards Mansion, GG Barnum Mansion, and JB Cotton Mansion while you enjoy tea and treats at each location.

Cotton Mansion 2309 E. 1st St., Duluth

Cost: $50

Age: All Ages

11am-1pm Sun. Dec. 10

Hewitt Station Brunch

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

1-3pm Sun. Dec. 10

Holiday Progressive Tea

Enjoy a Progressive Tea and inside peak at 3 of Duluths premiere mansions and Boutique Hotels, all located in the Congdon Mansion neighborhood. The tour will allow you to explore the Salyards Mansion, GG Barnum Mansion, and JB Cotton Mansion while you enjoy tea and treats at each location.

Cotton Mansion 2309 E. 1st St., Duluth

Cost: $50

Age: All Ages

5-7pm Tue. Dec. 12

River Ally Social

Clyde Iron Works 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Free

7:30pm Tue. Dec. 12

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Thorpe Langley Auditorium-UWS 1710 Weeks Ave., Superior

3-6pm Wed. Dec. 13

Indoor Farmers Market

Harrison Community Center 3002 W 3rd St., Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 13

Free Wonderstruck Wednesdays

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

7pm Wed. Dec. 13

Northland Jazz Ensemble

Northland College Alvord Theater 1411 Ellis Ave., Ashland

6pm Thu. Dec. 14

Transportation Equity Doc & Talk Series: All Women Ski Film

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

7:30pm Thu. Dec. 14

Jazz Vocal Extravaganza

Holden Fine & Applied Arts 2168 1805 Catlin Ave., Superior

6pm Fri. Dec. 15

Crooners Christmas Dinner Concert

The Event Center 201 W. 7th Ave., Floodwood

6pm Fri. Dec. 15

Travis LeDoyt Elvis Tribute Dinner Show

St. Croix Casino - Danbury 30222 Wis. 35, Danbury

7pm Fri. Dec. 15

Live Guided Tours of the Universe

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

11am-4pm Sat. Dec. 16

Solstice Party

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

2pm Sat. Dec. 16

Family Show

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

2-4pm Sat. Dec. 16

Indigenous Writers Series: Thomas Peacock & Betsy Albert-Peacock

Powless Cultural Center 202 W. 2nd St., Duluth

4:30-6:30pm Sat. Dec. 16

Housing Justice Holiday Party

Free dinner · Games & Crafts · Live Music · Food Drive · Mutual Aid Party for a purpose! Come enjoy a community dinner with community members who are interested in housing solutions. All are welcome! Dinner served at 5 pm. Sponsored by Duluth Community Housing Alliance and the Twin Ports DSA.

Harrison Community Center 3002 W 3rd St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5:30-7pm Sat. Dec. 16

Reclaim Recovery

Are you looking for a laid back non-denominational support group? Please come join us! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00pm, in the conference room of indiGO. Whether you have 10 days or 10 years, everyone is welcome…

indiGO 2911 Tower Ave Suite 9, Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Sat. Dec. 16

Community Dance

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Sat. Dec. 16

General Public Show

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

11am-1pm Sun. Dec. 17

Holiday Reprieve Brunch

Let us take some of the stress off the busy holiday season! Outsource your gift wrapping to us while you take a breather from the holiday chaos and enjoy a delicious multi course brunch at The Cotton Mansion! Brunch includes the full multi course meal, 2 mimosas or mocktails, local coffee, orange juice, and wrapping for up to 10 gifts, all in a dreamy setting fully decked out for the holidays!

Cotton Mansion 2309 E. 1st St., Duluth

Cost: $70

Age: 21+

4pm Sun. Dec. 17

Grand Marais Film Society

Arrowhead Center for the Arts 51 W. 5th St., Grand Marais