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Thursday, May. 16th, 2024

7pm Thu. May. 16

Pokey LaFarge

The West Theatre 319 N. Central Ave., Duluth

8pm Thu. May. 16

Open mic comedy

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

Cost: Free

9-11pm Thu. May. 16

Thursday Night Jazz

Discover the hidden history of Duluth every Thursday night down in the underground Rathskeller. From 9-11pm, must be 21+ to enter and savor the cool vibes with live jazz featuring local bands including Becktet and Triforce Experiment while trying one of our new craft winter cocktails from our seasonal menu.

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Friday, May. 17th, 2024

6:30am-1pm Fri. May. 17

Bike Check Stations for Bike to Work/Everything Day

Celebrate National Bike Month & Bike to Work/Everything Day by giving your bike some love! Come get a FREE bike quick check, ask mechanical questions, and get connected to supportive resources for riding safely and confidently around town. Bike commuter stations will be available throughout the day with refreshments and other perks at multiple times and locations.

Duluth Public Library 520 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

10am-2pm Fri. May. 17

Resources for Women Veterans

Get information on benefits women veterans are eligible for. Limited space reserve spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dav-women-veterans-workshops-presented-by-dav-women-veterans-committee-tickets-891158929347

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

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

5-8pm Fri. May. 17

Teague Alexy

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

5:30pm Fri. May. 17

The Northwood's Band

Cedar Lounge/Earth Rider Brewery 1715 N. 3rd St., Superior

6pm Fri. May. 17

Clay Fulton

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

6pm Fri. May. 17

Ides of May

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

7-10pm Fri. May. 17

Climes

Climes is a music project that showcases original songs of folkish sensibility and genre-jumping acoustic guitar, bass and mountain dulcimer. www.climesmusic.com

The Barrel Room Fitger's Complex, 600 E. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

7pm Fri. May. 17

John & Andy

Belknap Lounge 130 Belknap St., Superior

7pm Fri. May. 17

First Night

Encore Performing Arts Center & Gallery 2035 Hwy. 33 S. (on Frontage Rd.), Cloquet

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

Saturday, May. 18th, 2024

10am-2pm Sat. May. 18

STEAM Festival

Depot 506 W. Michigan 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

5-8pm Sat. May. 18

Jon Theis

Thirsty Pagan 1615 Winter St., Superior

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+

6pm Sat. May. 18

Brooks & Caleb

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

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

7-9pm Sat. May. 18

Community Dance

Dovetail Cafe 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Sat. May. 18

First Night

Encore Performing Arts Center & Gallery 2035 Hwy. 33 S. (on Frontage Rd.), Cloquet

7pm Sat. May. 18

Croon Juice

Superior Tavern 1224 Tower Ave., Superior

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

9pm Sat. May. 18

Blue Volta

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

Sunday, May. 19th, 2024

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