Events

6-9:30pm Sat. Oct. 3

Superior Soirée

Proceeds from this year's event will support the development of National Bank of Commerce Park, a state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance the student-athlete experience while creating new opportunities for community engagement. Tickets are $50 per person, and reserved tables of six are available for $300. Tickets must be purchased by Sept. 25. The Superior Soirée is part of UW-Superior's All-Class Reunion, taking place Oct. 2-3. Several reunion events, including a free family-friendly movie night and a live music concert, are open to the public. A complete schedule of events and additional information are available at uwsuper.edu/Reunion.

Yellowjacket Union-UWS Campus 1605 Catlin Ave., Superior

6:07pm Sat. Oct. 3

UMD Men's Hockey

DECC Amsoil Arena 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth

7pm Sat. Oct. 3

Bernstein & Sondheim: Regards to Broadway

Lyric Opera of the North presents a one-night-only concert celebrating the work of Broadway giants Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim. A community chorus made up of over 70 singers will be joined by a jazz band and soloists Erin Capello, Sarah…

Denfeld High School Auditorium 401 N 44th Ave W, Duluth

Cost: $35, Students $12

Age: All Ages

7-9pm Sat. Oct. 3

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Park Center 15791 US Hwy. 63, Hayward

7:30pm Sat. Oct. 3

Macbeth

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

7:30-9:30pm Sat. Oct. 3

'Celebrate The Night' Star Party

Look through telescopes, learn about constellations from knowledgeable astronomers and why dark skies need to be preserved.

Hartley Nature Center 3001 Woodland Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10:30pm Sat. Oct. 3

Halloween Drag Show

DO YOU HEAR THAT?! THEY’RE COMING! IT’S DULUTH FLAME’S “HAUNT THE FLAME” DRAG SHOW! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD STARTING AT 10PM $10 COVER HOSTED BY DIXIE DIAMOND THATQUEERISA CASSADINE JOINS US AS WE RING IN SPOOKY SEASON AT THE FLAME! TICKETS AVAILABLE ONINE! https://posh.vip/e/haunt-the-flame-drag-show-21

Duluth Flame Nightclub 28 N. First Ave. W., Duluth

Cost: $10-$15

Age: 21+

10am-4pm Sun. Oct. 4

Dawaagin Gabeshi Fall Gathering

Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park 8500 County Rd U, Danbury

10am-5pm Sun. Oct. 4

Art Along the Lake

Multiple locations artalongthelake.com, Grand Marais

10am-5pm Sun. Oct. 4

Bayfield Apple Festival

Join us along the shores of Lake Superior in beautiful Bayfield Wisconsin as we celebrate our 63rd Apple Festival! With 150 plus food and craft vendors, expanded live music options, and 14 orchards and berry farms to visit, there's something for everyone! Special events include the Coronation of the Apple Queen/King and the apple peeling contest. The festival culminates with a Grand Parade.

Downtown Bayfield, Bayfield

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

10am-3pm Sun. Oct. 4

Bald Eagle Welcome Party

Join us as we officially welcome Saphira, the bald eagle, to Raptor Ridge at Great Lakes Aquarium! Come meet the newest resident and celebrate with a day of family-friendly activities including eagle-themed crafts, eagle storytime, curator Q&A, animal encounters, touchpool experiences, a SCUBA program, and more! 📆 Sunday, Oct. 4 ⏰ 10 AM - 3 PM 📍 Great Lakes Aquarium

Great Lakes Aquarium 353 Harbor Drive, Duluth

Cost: Standard admission rates apply; Members are always free

Age: All Ages

10am-3pm Sun. Oct. 4

Fall Family Day

Glensheen Mansion 3300 London Rd., Duluth

1-4pm Sun. Oct. 4

Kim Harrington

Join Rapids Brewing co. for a live performance by Kim Harrington!

Rapids Brewing 214 N Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids

2pm Sun. Oct. 4

Macbeth

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

3-7pm Sun. Oct. 4

Sing & Bring: Big Stage Karaoke & Community Potluck

Harbor Theater 616 2nd Ave., Two Harbors

5-8pm Mon. Oct. 5

Fix-It Clinic

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

6-7pm Mon. Oct. 5

To Finland, With Love, a Poetry-Cello Collaboration

Luja Tahto Vie Läpi Harmaan Kiven – A strong will will carry you through the gray stone Finnish Identities in Minnesota An International Week Series Preview Event Poet Susan Perala-Dewey and cellist Dr. Lindsay Schlemmer, will present a collaboration inspired by their Finnish heritage. As part of the program, Dr. Schlemmer will perform Jean Sibelius’ Theme and Variations for Solo Cello

UMD Martin Library Rotunda Kirby Drive, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

4-6pm Tue. Oct. 6

Creative Club at the MRC

Introducing Creative Club, a program designed to create a safe and inclusive space for students to meet, share ideas, and build community. Creative Club will be held at the Karpeles Museum and will offer music-themed activities, trivia, instrument workshops, games, opportunities to explore music from different cultures, and more.

Music Resource Center at the Karpeles Museum 901 E. 1st St., Duluth

Cost: Free, $10 donation suggested

Age: 5-20

5:30pm Tue. Oct. 6

Alexandra Cousteau: Restoring the Lake Superior Region

Erlenbach Lecture Hall, Swenson Hall, UWS 1610 Weeks Ave., Superior

Cost: Free, registration required

6-8pm Tue. Oct. 6

'The Librarians' documentary screening

Please join the Kathryn A. Martin Library for a screening of the documentary, The Librarians, as well as a banned books discussion panel.

UMD Bohannon Hall Rm. 90 1207 Ordean Court, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: Adult oriented

6:15pm Tue. Oct. 6

Speaker Series: USS Indianapolis

Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center 305 Harbor View Parkway, Superior

6:30pm Tue. Oct. 6

Mark Dayton book signing

Split Rock Lighthouse 3713 Split Rock Lighthouse Rd., Two Harbors

5am-7pm Wed. Oct. 7

Weekly Wine Gatherings

Gather with us every Wednesday to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply curious to expand your palate, this is the perfect opportunity to try something new, mingle with fellow wine lovers, and enjoy the cozy elegance of the Sheraton Duluth.

Sheraton Duluth Hotel 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

11am-2pm Wed. Oct. 7

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

5-7pm Wed. Oct. 7

Weekly Wine Gathering

Gather with us every Wednesday to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply curious to expand your palate, this is the perfect opportunity to try something new, mingle with fellow wine lovers, and enjoy the cozy elegance of the Sheraton Duluth.

Sheraton Duluth Hotel 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

6-8pm Wed. Oct. 7

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity! Follow along with step-by-step instruction to paint your own piece of art - all materials are provided and no experience is needed. 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. #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

6:15-8pm Wed. Oct. 7

Royal Temper Tantrums that have Changed History

Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery 115 W. Wisconsin St., Grand Marais

7-8:30pm Wed. Oct. 7

How To Write A Tight 5 - A Stand Up Comedy Class

Ever want to start Comedy but not sure where to begin? Well you're in luck, Twin Ports Comedy is bringing stand up comedy classes to TCS! 🎙 // Lesson #2 brings us: How To Write A Tight 5, classes are free so what better time than now to learn the comedy ropes! // 7pm · FREE

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

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

7:30pm Wed. Oct. 7

Macbeth

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

5-6pm Thu. Oct. 8

Women's Health: The Power in the Pause Series

Cloquet Public Library 320 14th St., Cloquet

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 8

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity! Follow along with step-by-step instruction to paint your own piece of art - all materials are provided and no experience is needed. 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. #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

6pm Thu. Oct. 8

Duluth 101: Astro Bob, Joys of Being in the Dark

Dovetail Cafe 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

6pm Thu. Oct. 8

Collage Concert

The 70-minute concert will feature UW-Superior music ensembles, including the Chorale, UWS Singers, University Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Band, a variety of musical styles, instrumentation and textures, all within the glorious acoustics of the Cathedral of Christ the King.

Cathedral of Christ the King 1410 Baxter Ave., Superior

Cost: Free

7:30pm Thu. Oct. 8

Local Panel: Immigration in Duluth

This year's Tom Morgan Honorary Local Panel on the Alworth Peace and Justice Lecture Series examines immigration in the Duluth community. A panel of engaged citizens will share perspectives on the legal, historical, and social circumstances of immigration politics locally.

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

Cost: FREE

7:30pm Thu. Oct. 8

Macbeth

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

4pm Fri. Oct. 9

Hope in Dark Times

Discover the remarkable connection between Zoltán Kodály and The College of St. Scholastica through Sister Constantina Kakonyi's artwork featured on a rare first-edition missa brevis (short mass). Experience a live performance…

Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel, St. Scholastica Monastery 1200 Kenwood Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

5pm Fri. Oct. 9

Similar Dogs and Ian Alexy

Welcome back the Similar Dogs to the stage at 5pm! This dynamic trio of Sarah, Joe and Ian play the hits with their own twist with fantastic harmonies!

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

5:30-7pm Fri. Oct. 9

Tea Talks: Human Design Basics

Human Design is a benevolent system that blends ancient wisdom with modern insights, offering practical tools to better understand ourselves and others. It helps us make aligned decisions, navigate relationships with greater awareness, honor the way…

Halcyon House 11 E Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $5

Age: All Ages

5:30-8:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

Junk Journaling with Denise Voie de Vie

Junk journaling (or art journaling) is accessible to everyone, fun, a great way to upcycle materials you already have, and a way to let go of preconceived notions of any artistic outcome. Session 1: Create your own junk journal. Session 2: Explore…

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

Cost: $50

Age: 18+

6pm Fri. Oct. 9

UMD Women's Hockey

DECC Amsoil Arena 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth

6-9pm Fri. Oct. 9

North Shorror Carnival

Step right up! Eerie games, macabre music and thrills to terrify and delight all ages. Free admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. And wear something spooky to blend in.

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Fri. Oct. 9

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity! Follow along with step-by-step instruction to paint your own piece of art - all materials are provided and no experience is needed. 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. #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

6-7:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

Grand Marais Apple Festival

The Hub 10 N. Broadway Ave., Grand Marais

6:30-10:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

Haunted Ship

William A. Irvin 301 Harbor Drive, Duluth

6:30-8pm Fri. Oct. 9

Ecstatic Dance Duluth

Ecstatic Dance Duluth dances offer a sober, non-guided, non-judgmental space to explore moving to music, in whatever way feels right to you, in the company of other humans doing the same. We gather to move on a beautiful wood dance floor, to an 80-minute eclectic playlist, different for each dance, that starts slow, revs up to high energy, then cools back down.

2024 W. Superior St, Duluth

Cost: $10 Suggested donation

Age: All Ages

7:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

UMD Choirs Concert

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

7:30pm Fri. Oct. 9

Macbeth

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

8am Sat. Oct. 10

WhistleStop Marathon/Half-Marathon/5K/10K

Bay Area Civic Center 320 4th St. W., Ashland

9am-noon Sat. Oct. 10

Plein Air Autumn Workshop with Matt Kania

This is a half day (3-hour) workshop for plein air painters wishing to learn a confident approach to outdoor landscape painting in Autumn. Matt will demonstrate and provide one-on-one guidance toward painting a scene with fall colors. Bring your own painting supplies—the session is geared towards oil painting, but gouache or watercolor welcome.

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

Cost: $30

Age: 18+

9am-5pm Sat. Oct. 10

Fire & Light Reiki I & II Training Classes

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐢 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥, 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 & 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬-𝐨𝐧, 𝐢𝐧-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐢 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬.

Reiki Magick 5744 N Shore Dr, Duluth

Cost: $175.00 -$225.00

Age: 16+