Events

7-10:30pm Tue. May. 14

Comedy Open Mic

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

7:30-9:40pm Tue. May. 14

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+

noon-3pm Wed. May. 15

Antique Appraisal

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Free

5-7pm Wed. May. 15

Gatherings by Sheraton

Restaurant 301 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

5:30-8pm Wed. May. 15

Pints & Pups

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

5:30-8pm Wed. May. 15

Dialogue in Action Series: The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy

First Lutheran Church Foundation is pleased to announce the first in our new speaker series designed to foster community engagement and understanding through thought-provoking conversations on pressing social justice issues that impact our community. Author Robert P. Jones to speak on his New York Times best-seller, "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future."

First Lutheran Church 1100 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: Free, registration required

6-8pm Wed. May. 15

Paul Metsa

Black Water Lounge 231 E. Superior St., Duluth

6pm Wed. May. 15

Open mic

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

7-8:30pm Wed. May. 15

Open Mic Comedy

Free open mic comedy every Wednesday night at Superior Tavern, featuring the best comedians in the area. Sign-up starts at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm. First timers are always welcome to get on stage! Check out the weekly drink specials and have a laugh!

Superior Tavern 1224 Tower Ave., Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

7-9pm Wed. May. 15

Paddle Splash Reggae Jam

It's a BP Tropical Getaway! Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the musicality and resilience of Reggae music & culture. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi & Friends. Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love, humanity, happiness and rebellion. All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibes Only

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE | No Cover

Age: All Ages | Family Friendly

7-9pm Wed. May. 15

Wednesday Night Live Music

Join us at Lake Superior Brewing, offering house made brews, full kitchen and bar, and Wednesday Night Live music with rotating local artists!

Lake Superior Brewing 5324 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

7-9pm Wed. May. 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 & Friends. All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only | HOT HOT HOT

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

7pm Wed. May. 15

Bluegrass Jam

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

7pm Wed. May. 15

Free Wonderstruck Wednesdays

UMD Marshall H. Alworth Planetarium 1023 University Drive, Duluth

7:30pm Wed. May. 15

Monroe Crossing

The West Theatre 319 N. Central Ave., Duluth

8:30am-3:30pm Thu. May. 16

Working with victims of abuse

You and your staff or colleagues are invited to an important gathering focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion - compassion vs. empathy - and the hidden dynamics of domestic violence. Talks from respected experts, a short film and discussion…

Yellowjacket Union Great Room 1605 Catlin Ave., Superior

Cost: $75 (includes lunch and supplies)

Age: 18+

6-8pm Thu. May. 16

Writer's Salon

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

6-8pm Thu. May. 16

Hannah Rey

Hannah Rey (She/They) is a Minnesota born and raised musician currently living in Duluth and playing venues up and down the shores of Lake Superior. They are a triple threat with their strong voice, gift for songwriting, and skillful ability to interpret classic songs in their own style.

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-9pm Thu. May. 16

Turns & Tunes

Mont Du Lac Recreation 3125 Mont Du Lac Dr., Superior

6-9pm Thu. May. 16

Mackie Brothers

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

6pm Thu. May. 16

Maxi Childs Trio

Black Water Lounge 231 E. Superior St., Duluth

7-8pm Thu. May. 16

Community Song Circle

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

Cost: $5-10 suggested donation, pre-registration requested

7pm Thu. May. 16

Celtic Jam

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

8pm Thu. May. 16

Open mic comedy

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

Cost: Free

1:30-5pm Fri. May. 17

Lake Superior Estuarium

The Lake Superior Estuarium is a gateway to the headwaters of the Great Lakes. Beautiful interactive displays tell stories of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior, and the communities on their shores. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient you to the largest estuary on Lake Superior, and information to help you get out and explore.

Lake Superior Estuarium 3 Marina Dr., Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

8pm Fri. May. 17

Stranded

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

10:30pm Fri. May. 17

Renegade Improv

Teatro Zuccone 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

1-4pm Sat. May. 18

Similar Dogs

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

2-4pm Sat. May. 18

Indigenous Writer Series: Gwen Westerman & Linda LeGarde Grover

AICHO’s Indigenous Writer Series continues with the next event featuring Minnesota Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman and Linda LeGarde Grover. In their session, Westerman and LeGarde Grover will each talk about their books, read an excerpt, participate in a Q&A segment, and sign books. Parking for the event is free and is located in the parking lot across from the gallery.

Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center 212 W. 2nd St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

2-8pm Sat. May. 18

Festiversary 2024

Festiversary – An Outdoor Beer Festival Block Party Celebrating Bent Paddle’s 11 Year Anniversary – is Back!!! Join us and 3,000 of your closest friends at the Brewery on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 2 – 8 pm to help us celebrate!

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: Advanced Tickets $30 Day of Tickets $40

Age: All Ages

6-9pm Sat. May. 18

An Italian Renaissance - Dinner & History Series

For our fourth and final dinner in this series with Chef Jeffrey Zervas we will celebrate the beautiful Cotton Mansion with “An Italian Renaissance”. This grand property was built in 1908 and features an Italian Renaissance architectural style.

Cotton Mansion 2309 E. 1st St., Duluth

Cost: $129

Age: 21+

6:30pm Sat. May. 18

Pro-Comedy Tour

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

Cost: $18 advance, $20 door

7-9pm Sat. May. 18

Ross Thorn

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

8pm Sat. May. 18

Stranded

Powerhouse Bar 423 Third Ave., Proctor

9pm Sat. May. 18

Pro-Comedy Tour

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

Cost: $18 advance, $20 door

11am-1pm Sun. May. 19

Mark Levings Brunch

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

5-8pm Sun. May. 19

Open mic night

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

5-8pm Sun. May. 19

Similar Dogs

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

6pm Mon. May. 20

Teague Alexy

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

6pm Mon. May. 20

Twin Ports Chess Club

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

7-9pm Mon. May. 20

Curly J

Join us for Curly J Mondays as he is joined weekly by different musicians in a sparring of notes and lyrics. What delights will they dream up? Guitars, keys, banjos, accordions? Your guess is as good as theirs. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

Bent Paddle Taproom 1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

8-9:30pm Mon. May. 20

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. May. 21

Chris Clemens

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

6pm Tue. May. 21

Maxi Childs Trio

Black Water Lounge 231 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30-7:30pm Tue. May. 21

BCBS of MN - Prepare for Medicare 2024

Attend a free, no-obligation workshop to answer all your questions about Medicare. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota offer community workshops to learn about comparing your options for Medicare, including prescription and drug benefits, and when to enroll. This workshop will help you feel confident about choosing the right plan.

Days Inn & Suites 909 Cottonwood Ave., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6:30pm Tue. May. 21

Line Dancing Lessons

Moose Lodge Superior 66 E. 5th St., Superior

7-10:30pm Tue. May. 21

Comedy Open Mic

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

7:30-9:40pm Tue. May. 21

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+

5-7pm Wed. May. 22

Gatherings by Sheraton

Restaurant 301 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

6-8pm Wed. May. 22

Paul Metsa

Black Water Lounge 231 E. Superior St., Duluth