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Sunday, Nov. 15th, 2026

10am-3pm Sun. Nov. 15

Festival of Trees

Kick off the holiday season with a fun-filled weekend of shopping, creativity, and community at the Festival of Trees Arts, Crafts & Gifts Extravaganza with over 170 vendors. Explore, taste, and sample gourmet treats, home décor, jewelry, clothing, accessories, artwork, seasonal gifts, and more! Whether you're hunting for the perfect present or treating yourself, there's something for everyone!

DECC 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth

Cost: Saturday: $7, Sunday: $5 and Kids 12 and under free. $1 off with nonperishable food item.

Age: All Ages

1-3pm Sun. Nov. 15

Similar Dogs

Ritual Marketplace 1323 Broadway St., Superior

1-3pm Sun. Nov. 15

Minnesota Ballet Holiday High Tea

Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or creating a new one, the Holiday High Tea with the Minnesota Ballet is a heartwarming way to celebrate the season. Receive $5 off children’s tickets when you purchase two or more using promo…

Northland Country Club 3901 E Superior St, Duluth

Age: All Ages

2-4pm Sun. Nov. 15

Urinetown

In a drought-stricken city where private toilets are outlawed, a powerful company profits from controlling public amenities. When one citizen decides enough is enough, a revolution begins. Inspired by Brecht and Weill, Urinetown is a wickedly funny…

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $35

Age: All Ages

2pm Sun. Nov. 15

Hunting in the Northwoods: Two One-Act Plays

"The Hunting Shack Anniversary Surprise" by Teddie Meronek "The Wild, Wild (mid) West" by Kathy Laakso Original Music by Bruce Nelson Original song written and performed by Ted Pellman, "The Afternoon Buck"

Old Post Office Ballroom 1401 Tower Ave. 3rd Floor, Superior

3pm Sun. Nov. 15

Matinee Musicale: Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet defines the distinctive and world-renowned “Chicago brass sound.” Recent tours have included sold-out concerts in Japan, China, Taiwan, and Mexico and a festival debut in Ravenna (Italy). Various iterations of this ensemble have existed since 1951, and they are finally making their Duluth debut!

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

Cost: $30-$40 | Students FREE

Monday, Nov. 16th, 2026

6-8pm Mon. Nov. 16

Junkyard Mule

Settle in for an evening of old-time country, traditional folk, and acoustic roots music with Junkyard Mule, a Duluth-based trio featuring Nate Hyman, Clancy Ward and Jen Krussow.

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: No Cover

Age: All Ages

6-9pm Mon. Nov. 16

Teague Alexy

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

Tuesday, Nov. 17th, 2026

11am-1pm Tue. Nov. 17

Hannah Rey

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5-7pm Tue. Nov. 17

Teen Open Studio

Explore your creativity in a laid-back atmosphere at the Duluth Public Library's Teen Space. Bring your headphones and creative ideas—art supplies provided, but bringing your own also welcome. Registration covers all 26 sessions, but attending every session is not necessary.

Duluth Public Library 520 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: Ages 13–17

5:30-8:30pm Tue. Nov. 17

Aces & Ales

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

6-7:30pm Tue. Nov. 17

Why Federal Indian Policy Matters

The event will showcase research conducted by students in two Indigenous Studies courses and provide opportunities for attendees to learn more about Indigenous governance, history and the evolving relationship between Tribal Nations and the United States government.

Yellowjacket Union Great Room 1605 Catlin Ave., Superior

6:30-10:30pm Tue. Nov. 17

Twin Ports Comedy: Writing Workshop

Join Twin Ports Comedy in a free space to work on your art every Tuesday! Come join them and make some new laughs! Open Mic to follow 🎙 // 6:30pm · FREE // Find the schedule here: https://www.twinportscomedy.com/workshops

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

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

7:30-9:30pm Tue. Nov. 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+

Wednesday, Nov. 18th, 2026

noon-3pm Wed. Nov. 18

Antique Appraisal

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Free

5-7pm Wed. Nov. 18

Jeff Ray

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

6-9pm Wed. Nov. 18

Open mic

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

7-10pm Wed. Nov. 18

Bluegrass Jam

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

7:30-9:30pm Wed. Nov. 18

Urinetown

In a drought-stricken city where private toilets are outlawed, a powerful company profits from controlling public amenities. When one citizen decides enough is enough, a revolution begins. Inspired by Brecht and Weill, Urinetown is a wickedly funny…

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $35

Age: All Ages

8-10pm Wed. Nov. 18

Kroma

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

8-11pm Wed. Nov. 18

Eddy Burke (The Desire Store)

Local singer-songwriter and front man of The Desire Store, Eddy Burke, will be live on the Carmody stage on Wednesday Oct. 21, Nov. 4 and Nov. 18.

Carmody Irish Pub 308 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Thursday, Nov. 19th, 2026

4-5:30pm Thu. Nov. 19

Community Song Circle

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

5-7pm Thu. Nov. 19

Teen Open Studio

Explore your creativity in a laid-back atmosphere at the Duluth Public Library's Teen Space. Bring your headphones and creative ideas—art supplies provided, but bringing your own also welcome. Registration covers all 26 sessions, but attending every session is not necessary.

Duluth Public Library 520 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: Ages 13–17

5pm Thu. Nov. 19

Clay Fulton

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

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Nov. 19

The Hounds

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

6-8pm Thu. Nov. 19

Writer's Salon

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

7-10pm Thu. Nov. 19

Celtic Jam

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

7:30-9:30pm Thu. Nov. 19

Urinetown

In a drought-stricken city where private toilets are outlawed, a powerful company profits from controlling public amenities. When one citizen decides enough is enough, a revolution begins. Inspired by Brecht and Weill, Urinetown is a wickedly funny…

Zeitgeist Teatro 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: $35

Age: All Ages

Friday, Nov. 20th, 2026

11am-3pm Fri. Nov. 20

A Very Merry Santa Day

Enjoy free Santa visits, free kids' crafts, and professional digital Santa photos for $15 each. Shop local gifts while you're here.

Duluth Studio Market 369 Canal Park Drive, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5-7pm Fri. Nov. 20

Jazzquatch

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

5-8pm Fri. Nov. 20

Scott Bruce

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

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