Gales of November

Honoring the 50th anniversary, this story centers on the mysterious sinking of “The Fitz,” lost with all hands in a raging storm on Lake Superior, November 10, 1975. Kevin Kling, Prudence Johnson, Ruth MacKenzie and Claudia Schmidt head an all-star cast that revisits the final voyage of the Great Lakes ore freighter SS Edmund Fitzgerald with GALES OF NOVEMBER, a touring concert adaptation of the critically acclaimed play TEN NOVEMBER.

TICKETS:

Regular single ticket price: $33

Youth (Under 18) and Full Time Students: $15

"From Tokyo to Brooklyn: A Jagged Journey"

As the world has turned upside down, two-time McKnight Choreographer's Fellow Jinza Thayer is turning herself inside out. At the impressionable age of 6, Thayer emigrated from Tokyo, Japan to Brooklyn, NY—never to speak Japanese nor see her grandparents again. Thrown into a culture she did not understand, Thayer has since lived with a dual sense of identity: internally Japanese (like her mom) and externally a funky, who-knows-what Brooklynite.

Friendship After Devastation: Saint Paul and Nagasaki Sister City Relationship

Join the Saint Paul-Nagasaki Sister City Committee in celebration of 70 years of the sister city partnership and in commemoration of 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan. The Mayor of Nagasaki, Shiro Suzuki, is leading a delegation that includes 16 junior high students, city council members, and others. They will reflect on the last eighty years, mindful of the devastation of the atomic bombs, and the importance of peace.

Free Waterski Shows with the Midwest Ski Otters

The Midwest Ski Otters present a themed water ski show Sunday evenings all Summer long. The Opening Show starts at 6:00pm. The Theme Show starts around 6:40pm and lasts approximately an hour. Free to the public. DONATIONS ACCEPTED! Bring your family & friends and join us for a FREE water ski show featuring pyramids, jump, barefoot & more! Limited bleacher seating available or bring lawn chairs/blankets and sit along the shoreline. Concessions available for purchase

Free Skate Park Pop Up hosted by 3rd Lair

Beginners, intermediates and everyone in between looking for a fun way to explore your passion for skateboarding, rollerblading and more... don'y miss the Pop Up Skate Park hosted by 3rd Lair during our Summer Market on July 19!
12:00–5:00 PM - Free open skate
1:00–4:00 PM - Free skateboarding lessons
5:00 PM - Best Trick Contest: “Cash for Tricks”
6:00–8:00 PM - Open skate continues
Plus, A Little Too Short to be Storm Troopers present “Do a Kickflip” featuring covers from the Tony Hawk pro skater video game from 6-8PM!

Folsom Prison Experience

Step into the shoes of an inmate at Folsom Prison in 1968 and participate in the electrifying Johnny Cash show. Feel the palpable tension as the watchful Warden and his guards keep a vigilant eye, while Johnny Cash, June Carter, and the Statler Brothers ignite the stage with their timeless music. Be part of the historic performance!

Fifth Annual Disabilitease Festival

Bringing together the diverse talents of over 25 of the top disabled burlesque, drag, cirque, and cabaret artists worldwide, The DisabiliTease Festival returns with a hybrid performance festival on July 18-19, 2025. DisabiliTease will feature two sultry showcases and five workshops that bring together the glamour, humour, and high-calibre performances of the burlesque world, with messages of accessibility, diversity, and body positivity.

Farming of Yesteryear Farm and Threshing Show

Farming of Yesteryear is an annual threshing festival and farm show south of Kiester, MN. The show features demonstrations, exhibits, displays, flea markets, food vendors, a scavenger hunt, raffle, music performances, pedal pull, lawnmower pull, barnyard, playground, and so much more! Join us for two days and enjoy the soup supper Saturday night and fireman’s breakfast Sunday morning after church service. In addition, there is a tractor parade, barrel train, horse rides, country store, and more!

Farmer’s and Crafter’s Market

The Walker Community farmers' and crafters' market serves as a gathering place for community members and visitors. Guests can purchase vendor-grown produce, specialty foods, consumables, crafts, jewelry, and more. The market promotes and supports education, healthy living, local agriculture, and community interaction, all in an upbeat, welcoming atmosphere.

Family Fun Cruise with Vista Fleet & ZOZATRAS

Set sail for an evening of music, lake views, and all-ages fun on our Family Fun Cruise! This special event features live entertainment by ZOZATRAS, a one-man band known for his upbeat, kid-friendly performances that will have the whole family dancing along.

Dinner includes a build-your-own mac & cheese bar, chips, and cookies—easy, delicious, and perfect for everyone on board. As you cruise through the Duluth harbor, soak in the views while the kids stay entertained with lively tunes and interactive fun.