Two people, a canoer and a kayaker, have rafted up as they sit in their boats on Lake Superior and watch a live outdoor concert hosted at Glensheen Mansion, where people sit and surround the musician in a casual atmosphere.

Events

good times on the great lake

In Duluth, we don’t believe in boredom. With 12 months of festivals and fun-filled events, our calendar is packed with great times all year long and all across the city.


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Hot Tamale Cosmos | Live on the Cosmic Stage!

Hot Tamale Cosmos is a group of artists from the Northland who have all had their own projects and successes and have come together over common love of song and harmonies. These women have performed in such groups as, and not limited to: Danny Frank and the Smoky Gold, Boss Mama and the Jebberhooch, Ross Thorn Band, Junkyard Mule, Feeding Leroy and the Morris Park Singers. They are a new project and will be sharing original tunes as well as covers by artists such as Iris Dement, Bob Dylan and Gillian Welch. The Cosmos are Erin Aldridge, Colleen “Boss Mama” Myhre, Jocelyn Mickelsen, Jen Krussow and Sonja Martin. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

May 15 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bent Paddle Brewing www.facebook.com

MACHE Convention

Minnesota Association of Christian Home Educators (MACHE) is a statewide organization for parents who have chosen to home educate their children. They partner with Minnesota home educators to inspire, equip, and protect homeschool freedoms through year round events, publications, bi-weekly newsletters, resource partnerships, and legislative monitoring with member updates. For more information, https://mache.org/event/2025-convention/

May 16 • 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) mache.org

Invasive Plants in My Backyard: A Linocut Art Exhibit by Monica Ihrke

Discover the tension of the beauty and ecological impact of invasive plant species through the captivating artwork of Duluth-based artist Monica Ihrke in her upcoming exhibition, “Invasive Plants in My Backyard,” opening at Hartley Nature Center on May 16, 2025. Through the intricate technique of relief-printed linoleum, Ihrke meticulously captures the forms of invasive plants found in her own backyard, transforming these often-overlooked species into compelling works of art. This new body of work is the result of Ihrke’s exploration supported by an Individual Artist Project Grant through the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council. Ihrke’s artistic vision goes beyond mere observation. Her powerful prints aim to foster familiarity with local invasive plants and inspire tangible action within the community. By highlighting these species, Ihrke hopes to encourage residents to identify, remove, and replace them with native alternatives, contributing to the health and biodiversity of our local ecosystems. “This project is more...

May 16 • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Hartley Nature Center

Residency Of Indecency at TCS

Indecent Proposal is bringing the Residency of Indecency to TCS for the entire month of May! Stop by for FREE music nights every Friday in May, featuring a stacked lineup of additional musicians! Expect high-energy performances, a wild crowd, and a night packed with killer music. Doors: 7pm · Music: 8pm FREE · 21+

May 16 • 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub caddyshackduluth.com

Riverdance: The New Generation

Riverdance is the fourth of four shows in our inaugural Broadway at the DECC series. Tickets on sale now!   ABOUT THE SHOW Since RIVERDANCE first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established RIVERDANCE as a global cultural sensation. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, RIVERDANCE will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time RIVERDANCE welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago.     VIP...

May 17 • 12:00 am Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) decc.org

MACHE Convention

Minnesota Association of Christian Home Educators (MACHE) is a statewide organization for parents who have chosen to home educate their children. They partner with Minnesota home educators to inspire, equip, and protect homeschool freedoms through year round events, publications, bi-weekly newsletters, resource partnerships, and legislative monitoring with member updates. For more information, https://mache.org/event/2025-convention/

May 17 • 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) mache.org

Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Jill Beim

Photography & Art at the Rock, a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases local artists, landscape and wildlife photographers of the area. For the month of May our featured artist is Jill Beim.

May 17 • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 3713 Split Rock Lighthouse Rd. Two Harbors, MN 55616 www.mnhs.org