Good morning, Duluth.

Locals and tourists now enjoy the reopened Lakewalk in Canal Park after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers made safety improvements during a yearlong closure.

The $3 million project added wheelchair ramps and landscaping — the Maritime Center’s grassy area remains closed for six to eight weeks.

The Magic Smelt Puppet Troupe held its 13th annual parade in Canal Park today, featuring costumed performers, stilt walkers, and a musical procession that moved to Zeitgeist where a smelt-fry dinner concluded the festivities.

On Friday, May 15, a firefighting plane was hit by a bullet after scooping water at Kjostad Lake while battling a wildfire in Portage Township; it landed safely with no injuries and the sheriff’s office is asking anyone with information to call 911 and reference case number 26066433.

Firefighters are containing the Stewart Trail, Gilbert and Flanders fires today amid dry, windy conditions that boost the flames+ state DNR and emergency teams are monitoring lingering heat to prevent flare-ups.

Make Your Own Bitters Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes instruction and materials — Explore the art of crafting your own bitters and unleash your inner cocktail-ian.

Experimental Music Night with Alex Hecter, Andrew Mahonen, Ben Zucker, and Tim Kaiser

7 PM - 1 AM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 — Experience an exciting showcase of experimental music from talented local artists.

May Free ArtDAI

1-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Free entry — Create seasonal art projects for all ages in a casual, creative atmosphere with snacks and beverages.

Grounded Threads: Branch Weaving Workshop

12-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Registration required — Create unique woven wall art using natural branches and fibers.

Prime Time at the Paddle: Meat Raffle & More

6-8 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience a vintage meat raffle with a modern twist, benefiting a great cause and featuring exciting prizes.

Make Your Own Root Beer: Adult and Child

5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $54.00 — Learn to create old-style root beer and explore fermentation with your child while tasting various homemade brews.

10th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of community at Duluth Folk School with insights from the director and camaraderie among friends.

Pete Fest 2026

June 4-8 — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $7 online, $10 door, *Fest Pass $25 — Celebrate local music with diverse performances across five days.

Pete Fest 2026

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 — Enjoy dynamic performances from local artists and bands during this lively five-day music festival.

A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation

4-7 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ireland through music and dance performed by world-class artists.