15 Things to Do in Duluth This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Arts & Culture

Acrylic Painting Class at Northern Exposure Art

A guided acrylic painting session at Northern Exposure Art in Enger Lofts Marketplace — all supplies included, beginners welcome.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Northern Exposure Art, Enger Lofts Marketplace, Duluth

Twin Ports Paddling Film Festival

An evening of paddling films, raffle prizes, and door prizes at Zeitgeist Zinema in support of the St. Louis River Alliance & Paddle it Forward.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM (screening 6:30–8:30 PM) · Zeitgeist Zinema, 222 E. Superior St., Duluth

Music & Nightlife

DJ Trivia at the Caddy Shack

Test your knowledge every Thursday at The Caddy Shack with DJ Trivia — join a team, compete for prizes, and enjoy a fun social night.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub, 2023 W Superior St, Duluth

Saltydog & Lanue

Live music double-bill with Saltydog and Lanue at the beloved Sacred Heart Music Center.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Sacred Heart Music Center, Duluth

Gopher Hole Comedy Club

Stand-up comedy night at the Gopher Bar & Grill in Duluth.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 PM · Gopher Bar & Grill, 402 N. Central Ave., Duluth

Date Night

Fitgers Salon and Spa Wellness Night

A special wellness evening at Fitger's Salon and Spa — a relaxing, social night combining spa experiences and community.

Friday, May 15, 2026 2:00 PM · Fitger's Salon and Spa, Duluth

Duluth Salvation Army Black and White Ball

The third annual Black and White Ball at Clyde Iron Works blends live music by Solomon Witherspoon, themed mocktails, a silent auction, plated dinner, and a Foxtrot and Swing dance lesson.

Friday, May 15, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM · Clyde Iron Works Event Center, Duluth

Outdoors & Active

Pike Lake Races

Choose your distance — 5K, 10K, or half marathon — then celebrate at a beach-party finish line with free sunglasses and a drink ticket.

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

Sk8 the Lake

The 12th annual Sk8 the Lake skate event kicks off from Brighton Beach with a brand-new secret route — a beloved community tradition to push into summer.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM · Brighton Beach, Lake Superior, Duluth

Spirit Mountain Adventure Park Opening Day

Spirit Mountain kicks off summer with opening day for its Adventure Park, featuring the alpine coaster, zipline, and more.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Spirit Mountain, Duluth

Family-Friendly

Wild Rose Family Expo

A brand-new family event at the DECC featuring bounce houses, pony rides, interactive activities, family resources, and entertainment for all ages.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · DECC (Duluth Entertainment Convention Center)

Yogi Mama Duluth Weekly Yoga & Sharing Circle

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

Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth (UUCD)

Free Events

Studio Screening: 'The Grocery List Show' – An Independent Lens Pop Up

A free studio screening of 'The Grocery List Show' from the Independent Lens series at PBS North in Duluth.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 3:00 PM · PBS North, Duluth

Festivals & Special Events

Lake Superior YMCA: Back to the 80s PROM – A Night of Giving

A nostalgic 80s prom-themed fundraiser night at Clyde Iron Works benefiting Lake Superior YMCA programs.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Clyde Iron Works, Duluth

Sports

Minnesota Monsters vs Nashville Kats

The Minnesota Monsters host the Nashville Kats in arena football action at the DECC.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · DECC, Duluth