20 Things to Do in Duluth This Week · July 23–26, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Gatherings by Sheraton – Hannah Rey Live

Minnesota-born Duluth-based musician Hannah Rey brings original songwriting and powerful vocals to a live set at the Sheraton Duluth Hotel.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Sheraton Duluth Hotel, 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

Let's Get Weird Wednesdays – Twin Ports Comedy

Weekly Wednesday comedy night at The Caddy Shack featuring stand-up, improv, game shows, and more from Twin Ports Comedy — free to attend.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM · The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub, 2023 W Superior St., Duluth

Comedy at the Dawghouse

Live stand-up comedy night at The Dawghouse Bar & Grill in Cotton for a Friday night laugh.

Friday, July 24, 2026 7:00 PM · The Dawghouse Bar & Grill, 7283 Hwy. 53, Cotton

TOAST – The Best of Bread

A tribute concert celebrating the best songs of the iconic soft rock band Bread, live at the DECC in Duluth.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · DECC, Duluth

Flamy Grant: A Superior Drag Concert

Flamy Grant performs a one-of-a-kind drag concert experience at emFATic in Superior, WI — a celebratory show not to miss.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 PM · emFATic, Superior, WI

Family-Friendly

Pop-Up Splash Pad at Keene Creek Park

Duluth Parks & Recreation and the Duluth Fire Department bring water-filled fun to Keene Creek Park with sprinklers, water games, and playful challenges — free for all ages.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Keene Creek Park, Duluth

Boys & Girls Club Youth Programming at GND REC

Free summer youth programming at the GND REC for ages 6-18, featuring art, science, sports, and lunch — running Monday through Thursday through August 20.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM · GND REC, 801 101st Ave W, Duluth

Free Events

Summer Game Nights at Harrison Community Center

Community game nights at Harrison Community Center bring residents together for relaxed play and friendly competition.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Harrison Community Center, Duluth

Bayside Sounds

A free outdoor summer concert series in Superior featuring local musicians at multiple lakeside locations.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM · Superior, WI (multiple locations)

DJ Trivia at the Caddy Shack

Weekly DJ Trivia night at The Caddy Shack — form a team, show up by 7, and compete for prizes every Thursday.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM · The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub, 2023 W Superior St., Duluth

High Key Mondays & Industry Nights

Live local music and industry night at Bent Paddle Brewing with drink specials for restaurant, bar, and brewery workers — everyone welcome from 6–9pm.

Monday, July 27, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Bent Paddle Brewing, Duluth

Arts & Culture

Get to Know Your Camera: Exposure Workshop

A three-part beginner photography workshop at Spirit of the Lake Community Arts exploring f-stops, shutter speed, and creative control through discussion, field shoot, and image review.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM · Spirit of the Lake Community Arts, 5401 Superior St., Duluth

Pro-Comedy Tour at Dubh Linn

A touring professional comedy show takes the stage at Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub in downtown Duluth.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 6:00 PM · Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub, 109 W. Superior St., Duluth

Killers of Kill Tony

Live comedy event featuring performers from the Kill Tony podcast universe at DECC Symphony Hall in Duluth.

Friday, July 31, 2026 7:00 PM · DECC Symphony Hall, 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth

Sports

Minnesota Monsters vs Washington Wolfpack Playoff Game

The Minnesota Monsters host the Washington Wolfpack in a playoff showdown at AMSOIL Arena — a survive-and-advance home game.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 6:00 PM · AMSOIL Arena, Duluth

Date Night

Concerts on the Pier at Glensheen

Now in its 11th year, Concerts on the Pier at Glensheen Mansion features Duluth and Minnesota-made artists performing out over Lake Superior with waterfront food trucks.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM · Glensheen Mansion, 3300 London Rd., Duluth

Lunar Love Flow: Full Moon Yoga

A special full moon yoga event at Svälja Whole-Being in downtown Duluth, combining movement, breath, and the energy of the July full moon.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · Svälja Whole-Being, Duluth

Food & Drink

Weekly Wine Gatherings at Sheraton Duluth

A weekly curated wine exploration in the elegant surroundings of the Sheraton Duluth, welcoming both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM · Sheraton Duluth Hotel, 301 E. Superior St., Duluth

Festivals & Special Events

Head of the Lakes Fair

The annual Head of the Lakes Fair continues at the fairgrounds in Superior — a classic Northland summer tradition with rides, food, and entertainment.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds, 4700 Tower Ave., Superior

Outdoors & Active

Duluth Trails Festival

A new and improved celebration of all Duluth's amazing trails combining biking and the Summit North trail races — registration ongoing with Duluth Running Company as presenting sponsor.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Duluth