FESTIVALS + EVENTS. From Duluth to the Canadian Border and back to Duluth (218)

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1 FESTIVALS + EVENTS JANUARY 23-29, 2015 JOHN BEARGREASE SLED DOG MARATHON Established in 1980, the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. Every year, world class mushers compete in the nearly 400 mile event. The Beargrease is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod race in Alaska. From Duluth to the Canadian Border and back to Duluth (218) FEBRUARY 18-22, 2015 DULUTH BOAT, SPORTS, TRAVEL & RV SHOW + NORTHLAND OUTDOORS DEER CLASSIC The largest selection of Boats, Pontoons, RV s, Docks, Fishing & Hunting Equipment and more. Find your next Fishing and Hunting destination in the U.S. Canada & Abroad. Attend daily seminars, get your mounts measured for free. See live baby Kangaroos and watch Country Sensation American Young on stage daily. APRIL 8-12, 2015 ARROWHEAD HOME & BUILDERS SHOW Everything for inside and outside of your home will be on display. Take advantage of many discounts. Tour the massive Outer Space Display in Pioneer Hall. Watch Joey Green demonstrate solutions to everyday household problems. The Roys and The Willis Clan will perform on stage daily. Visit the Parakeet Landing. 54 VISIT DULUTH VISITOR GUIDE

2 JUNE 18-20, 2015 GRANDMA S MARATHON Don t miss Grandma s Marathon, June The annual Duluth weekend tradition highlights the very best of what the Northland has to offer including breathtaking scenery, unmatched hospitality and passionate community spirit. Races and events throughout the weekend make it an experience that runners and their families will remember forever. FESTIVALS + EVENTS Two Harbors to Duluth, MN (218) JUNE 27-28, AM-5PM PARK POINT ART FAIR The Park Point Art Fair (PPAF) is an annual showcase of visual artwork by 120 juried artists working in clay, photography, painting, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, fiber, jewelry, wood and glass in a stunning outdoor environment on the shores of Lake Superior. Music, Demonstrations, Hands- on Activities and Food. Park Point Recreation Area Duluth, MN JULY 4, 2015 CITY OF DULUTH FOURTH FEST The Midwest s greatest Fourth of July celebration and fireworks extravaganza! Visit Bayfront Festival Park during the Independence Day Celebration! Duluthians and visitors alike will enjoy this FREE community celebration. Gates open at 4pm with music beginning at 5pm. Minnesota s largest fireworks display produced by Visit Duluth. (218) JULY 10-AUGUST 28, 2015 GREATER DOWNTOWN COUNCIL MOVIES IN THE PARK Friday nights, take a walk to the park for a one-of-a-kind experience that offers everyone the opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy the show under the stars on the shores of Lake Superior. Leif Erikson Park Duluth, MN (218) VISITDULUTH.COM duluth 55

3 FESTIVALS + EVENTS JULY 18, 2015 BAYFRONT REGGAE & WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy our 10th annual festival showcasing internationally touring performers while you enjoy ethnic foods, beverages and a variety of artisans displaying their wares. Enjoy Lake Superior views from this beautiful open air venue. Visit our website for updates on the 2015 lineup, tickets, hotel accommodations, directions, and camping information. (218) AUGUST 7-9, 2015 BAYFRONT BLUES FESTIVAL Welcome to the 27th Annual Bayfront Blues Festival, one of the oldest and largest annual outdoor music events held in the upper Midwest. Each year nearly 20,000 fans are treated to more than 30 different acts on two stages featuring the nations top names in the blues and blues/rock world. (715) AUGUST 15-16, 2015 ART IN BAYFRONT PARK ART FAIR Art in Bayfront Park Art Fair is a free two day event open to the public and offers art lovers an opportunity to purchase gallery quality art work from approximately 180 artists, take an art class and enrich their lives through art in a fun filled weekend of art appreciation. AUGUST 28-31, 2015 DULUTH-SUPERIOR PRIDE Celebrate Pride in the Twin Ports Labor Day Weekend. Duluth-Superior Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Allied, Queer, Intersex (GLBTAQI) Pride serves the Duluth-Superior area s GLBTAQI community by celebrating diversity, promoting understanding, education, acceptance, respect, healthy living, self-esteem, and equality. We seek to promote a positive image of the GLBTAQI community and end discrimination based upon sexual identity. (866) VISIT DULUTH VISITOR GUIDE

4 SEPTEMBER , 2015 LE FESTIVAL DES MONTGOLFIERES A DULUTH + CRAFT BREW VILLAGE The Duluth Hot Air Balloon Festival returns to Bayfront Festival Park for the 3rd annual Le Festival des Montgolfieres a Duluth. Come for the live music, educational activities, hot air balloon rides, or just to witness the magic of a potential hot air balloon launch. FESTIVALS + EVENTS (218) SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 NORTHSHORE INLINE MARATHON Participate in the Nation s Largest Inline skating event with 2,500 inline skaters along the shores of Lake Superior from Two Harbors to Duluth. Events include the Health and Sports Expo, Kid s Sprints, Wheels Off half marathon run and Tunnel 10K. Two Harbors to Duluth, MN (218) NOVEMBER , 2015 AMSOIL DULUTH NATIONAL SNOCROSS For extreme sports fans, there s simply no better place to be Thanksgiving weekend. Created by Visit Duluth in 1992, it s become the kickoff event for the world s leading professional snowmobile racing circuit. You ll see the world s best snowmobile racing, period, along with a new products expo, fireworks and more. Spirit Mountain Duluth, MN (218) DECEMBER 11-13, 2015 ARROWHEAD ICE FISHING AND WINTER SHOW See the newest Winter Sports products including Ice Fishing Houses, equipment, snowmobiles, 4-Wheelers and more. Step inside a life sized snow globe and receive a free photo. FISH FOR FREE at the Frozen Basin and win Prizes and Gift Certificates redeemable with participating vendors. Daily seminars by the Pros. VISITDULUTH.COM duluth 57

5 FESTIVALS + EVENTS April 26 - May 3, 2015 HOMEGROWN MUSIC FESTIVAL Multiple Venues Duluth, MN May 27-31, 2015 THE DULUTH SUPERIOR FILM FESTIVAL (DSFF) Zinema 2 + Additional Venues Duluth, MN (612) Summer 2015 ALL PINTS NORTH SUMMER BREW FEST Summer 2015 SPIRIT VALLEY DAYS West Duluth, MN July 8-10, 2015 DOWNTOWN DULUTH SIDEWALK DAYS FESTIVAL Downtown Duluth, MN (218) April 2015 EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA Bring the family and enjoy this spring tradition of hunting eggs, playing games and visiting the animals at the Lake Superior Zoo. Lake Superior Zoo Duluth, MN ww.lszoo.org October 2105 SPOOKTACULAR Glensheen s paths erupt in light! Don t miss this artistic display of carved and illuminated pumpkins arranged throughout the 7-acre, lakeside estate. Glensheen Duluth, MN glensheen.wp.d.umn.edu October 2015 BOO AT THE ZOO Your little pumpkins will enjoy trick or treating, a huge pumpkin patch, hourly costume contests and more! Lake Superior Zoo Duluth, MN August 21-22, 2015 THE TRIBUTE FEST (218) September 5-6, 2015 KIA DRAG RACES & CAR SHOW Garfield Avenue Lincoln Park Duluth, MN September 18-20, 2015 HAWK WEEKEND FESTIVAL Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve Duluth, MN (218) September & 25-27, 2015 LAKE SUPERIOR 20/20 STUDIO ART TOUR Duluth to Two Harbors, MN November 6-7, 2015 GALES OF NOVEMBER Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Duluth, MN (218) Celebrate the Season Seasonal Events October 2015 HAUNTED SHIP Are you ready for a real scare? Each year, during October, the William A. Irvin transforms itself into a haunted ship. William A. Irvin Duluth Harbor November 2015 CHRISTMAS CITY OF THE NORTH PARADE A Northern Minnesota tradition. The parade signals the beginning of the holiday season. Downtown Duluth, MN December 2015 JOURNEY INTO THE HOLIDAYS (Christmas City Express & Santa) Travel by train from Fitger s to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum for a live reading of the Christmas City Express and visit with Santa. North Shore Scenic Railroad Duluth, MN November 22 - December 27, 2015 BENTLEYVILLE TOUR OF LIGHTS Come experience the magic, as America s largest free walk through lighting display takes over Bayfront Festival Park! This quintessential holiday event has something for everyone, no matter the age. Bring the family and the camera, Bentleyville takes care of the rest! Visitors will be amazed by the nationally recognizable displays, the 128 LED tree and the free concessions! Hot cocoa, popcorn, cookies and roasting marshmallows will be provided to guests. Children 10 and under, who visit with Santa, will receive a knit hat and a bag of cookies. Hours of Operation Sun Thur: 5:00 pm 9:00 pm Fri and Sat: 5:00 pm 10:00 pm 58 VISIT DULUTH VISITOR GUIDE