9 Things to Do in Duluth This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Gender Joy Art Show - Opening Reception

The third annual Gender Joy Art Show opens at Zeitgeist, celebrating girls, women, and gender-expansive artists with a community canvas project led by Rachel Gilbertson of Art of Presence.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Zeitgeist Duluth

Music & Nightlife

Michael W. Smith

Michael W. Smith performs live at the DECC in Duluth.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

DJ Trivia at the Caddy Shack

Weekly DJ-hosted trivia night at The Caddy Shack — join a team, compete for prizes, and test your knowledge every Thursday.

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

Saltydog & Lanue

Saltydog and Lanue perform live at the Sacred Heart Music Center in Duluth.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Sacred Heart Music Center, Duluth

Outdoors & Active

Yogi Mama Duluth Weekly Yoga & Sharing Circle

An intimate prenatal/postnatal yoga and sharing circle with meditation, breathwork, and movement — open to all pregnant people and new or aspiring mamas.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM · Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth (UUCD)

Pike Lake Races

Choose your distance — 5K, 10K, or half marathon — at this beach-party-vibe race on Pike Lake, with free sunglasses and a drink ticket at the finish line.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Pike Lake, Duluth area

Sk8 The Lake

The Back Alley and Damage Board Shop present Sk8 The Lake, a skateboarding event on Lake Superior starting at 9am.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM · Duluth, Minnesota

Date Night

Relax, Refresh, Radiate | Mother's Day Reset

A one-day immersive beauty and wellness experience at Destination Fitness — an elevated Mother's Day reset featuring relaxation, self-care, and glow-up activities.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Destination Fitness, Duluth

Free Events

High Key Mondays & Industry Nights

Free live local music with drink specials at Bent Paddle Brewing — industry workers get $1 off all beverages with a work ID, and local organizations from the Twin Ports are on hand.

Monday, May 11, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Bent Paddle Brewing, Duluth