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Monday, Jul. 13th, 2026

9am-noon Mon. Jul. 13

SUMMER CAMP | DIY Room Decor with Tiffany Fenner (JULY) | Day 1 of 5

Make your room into the ultimate artist space! Campers complete a variety of paper mache and clay projects to decorate their space. Projects include clay coaster sets, shelves, and oil diffuser beads. Come personalize your room with art!

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

Cost: $170 Members ($210 Non-Members)

Age: Ages 9–13

Tuesday, Jul. 14th, 2026

5-6pm Tue. Jul. 14

Gatherings by Sheraton: Mac-Tini Bar

Celebrate National Mac & Cheese Day by building your ideal mac-tini. Get creative and build your ultimate mac & cheese masterpiece. Classic mac & cheese, a variety of toppings, served in a martini glass.

Sheraton Duluth Hotel 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

6pm Tue. Jul. 14

Homegrown Tomatoes

Homegrown Tomatoes hits the stage with Sonja Martin, Harrison Olk and Nate Hynum!

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

7pm Tue. Jul. 14

Death of a Piano

Zeitgeist Arts 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: Free, donations accepted

Wednesday, Jul. 15th, 2026

11am-2pm Wed. Jul. 15

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-3pm Wed. Jul. 15

Antique Appraisal

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Free

6-9pm Wed. Jul. 15

Salsa! With Simply Ballroom

Salsa, Salsa, Salsa! Tonight's Paddle Splash, featuring Simply Ballroom, is a night dedicated 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 ~ Simply Ballroom & Mole Musical! All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibes Only | HOT HOT HOT

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Wed. Jul. 15

People Powered Print Potluck

Flock Around and Find Out with Fire in the Village on the third Wednesday of the month for People Powered Print Potluck! Bring a dish to share if you like, a piece of fabric or clothing to print on, or just come as you are! We'll share a meal and will try fun and easy printmaking projects.

Old Central School Room 203 10 NW 5th St., Grand Rapids

Thursday, Jul. 16th, 2026

4:30-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 16

Bands, Brew & BBQ

Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Dr., Chisholm

6-9pm Thu. Jul. 16

Duluth Sister Cities: Dock & Dine Around the World

Celebrate 40 years of Sister Cities with Dock & Dine — a one-of-a-kind international culinary adventure, no passport required! Explore five regions, each in a charming cabin along Waterfront Plaza. There you’ll find signature dishes…

DECC 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth

Cost: $80-$120

Age: All Ages

6pm Thu. Jul. 16

History in a Pint: How Duluth Harnessed the Spirit of '76

While Duluth’s economic struggles of the early 1970s are well-documented, its incredible Bicentennial boom is a story waiting to be told. In 1975 and 1976, dozens of diverse ethnic festivals celebrated Northland heritage, sparking major community improvements—including the renovation of the St. Louis County Depot itself. Duluth civic and commercial leaders jumped on the bandwagon early, making Duluth the very first official Bicentennial Community in Minnesota. Join Dr. Thomas Saylor, Professor of History Emeritus at Concordia University, St. Paul, for this "Star-Spangled" edition.

Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Friday, Jul. 17th, 2026

6pm Fri. Jul. 17

10th annual Summerfest

10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SUMMERFEST TENT PARTY (July 17-18) @ the BEACON SPORTS BAR! This year is going to be Rockin' 🤘!!!

Beacon Sports Bar & Grill 5044 Hermantown Rd., Hermantown

Saturday, Jul. 18th, 2026

7:30-11am Sat. Jul. 18

Breakfast Fundraiser during Agate Days

Come enjoy a wonderful all-you-can-eat pancake & sausage breakfast during Agate Days in the Moose Lake City Park from 7:30 am - 11:00 am! Local residents, Jennifer & Barney Hollis, are the hosts and plan on donating all proceeds (split between Carlton County Animal Rescue and Boy Scouts Troop #180) Come hungry and help support our local animal rescue and Boy Scouts troop!

Moose Lake City Park 1 Couillard Lane, Moose Lake

Cost: $10

Age: All Ages

11am-2pm Sat. Jul. 18

Carlton County Animal Rescue Adoption Event

Come find the new love of your life at Carlton County Animal Rescue's adoption event, sponsored by Members Co-Op Credit Union at 301 Elm Ave in Moose Lake. Saturday, July 18th 11 am - 2 pm during Agate Days! Water and snacks will be available for free will donation to the rescue.

Members Co-Op Credit Union 301 Elm Avenue, Moose Lake

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

11am-2:30pm Sat. Jul. 18

Cohousing Networking Picnic

July 18, 11-2:30 CohousingMN is holding an education and networking event over food at Lincoln Park picnic pavilion in Duluth. Bring your own picnic. Learn a bit about cohousing, connect with others. Preregistration recommended or drop-in.

Lincoln Park Pavilion 501 N. 25th Ave. W, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

11am Sat. Jul. 18

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

2-7pm Sat. Jul. 18

Tundra's Summer Cooldown Ice Cream Festival

Treat yourself to an exclusive after-hours tasting event this July 18th featuring the best small-batch ice cream the region has to offer! Unlimited Sampling: Get a tasting cup and enjoy unlimited one-ounce scoops of 30+ flavors from seven Midwest…

Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont St., Duluth

Cost: Member adult $20, member child $10, guest adult $30, guest child $15. Day-of guest tickets: adult $40, child $25, 2 & under free

Age: All Ages

3pm Sat. Jul. 18

10th annual Summerfest

10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SUMMERFEST TENT PARTY (July 17-18) @ the BEACON SPORTS BAR! This year is going to be Rockin' 🤘!!!

Beacon Sports Bar & Grill 5044 Hermantown Rd., Hermantown

3-8pm Sat. Jul. 18

Raise the Roost

Klockow Brewing 36 SE 10th St., Grand Rapids

3-7pm Sat. Jul. 18

Fairlawn Mansion Ice Cream Social

Join Superior Public Museums for their biggest fundraising event of the year, the Ice Cream Social at Fairlawn Mansion! Enjoy a free concert, courtesy of Bayside Sounds, a classic car show, magic show with The Amazing Charles, an artisan and vendor…

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

Cost: Free (food, games, etc. have a fee)

6pm Sat. Jul. 18

Giant Luau

Giants Ridge 6329 Wynne Creek Drive, Biwabik

Sunday, Jul. 19th, 2026

8:30am-noon Sun. Jul. 19

Pancakes in the Park

Copper Falls State Park 36764 Copper Falls Rd., Mellen

11am-3pm Sun. Jul. 19

Lake Superior Day

Join us on Barker's Island in Superior to relax, play, and learn in celebration and appreciation of the Greatest Lake.

Lake Superior Estuarium 3 Marina Dr., Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Monday, Jul. 20th, 2026

9am-noon Mon. Jul. 20

SUMMER CAMP | Soft Sculpture with Lauren Faherty | Day 1 of 5

Bring your stories to life! Through a variety of media, this class allows for 2D and 3D experimentation. Students can design a plush character, explore the basics of hand and machine sewing, and incorporate storytelling through comics and graphic drawing.

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

Cost: Price $170 Members ($210 Non-Members)

Age: Ages 9–13

Tuesday, Jul. 21st, 2026

6:30pm Tue. Jul. 21

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

Wednesday, Jul. 22nd, 2026

11am-2pm Wed. Jul. 22

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

5pm Wed. Jul. 22

Tommy Wotruba

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

Thursday, Jul. 23rd, 2026

8am-4pm Thu. Jul. 23

Socks for Survivors: CASDA annual Golf Scramble

MAC SPORT & MARINE presents CASDA’s 11th Annual Golf Scramble, “SOCKS FOR SURVIVORS,” with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. RAIN or SHINE. Plus prizes and other fun, will wrap up the day in the Nemadji Club House from 1 to 4 p.m…

Nemadji Golf Course 5 N. 58th St. E., Superior

Cost: 4 person per team $110 per person / $420 per team

Friday, Jul. 24th, 2026

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