Full Events

"BP Tropical Getaway!

Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the, musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi & Friends.

Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love , humanity , happiness and rebellion

All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only"

Event Category: PIF Promoted No Perks

Project : Constellation, a guitar/violin/vocal original song acoustic duo that also does covers. They do various genres including folk, Irish, country, punk, singer-songwriter, and more.

No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

https://youtu.be/p6sQ00w-EIk?si=uz82WH4wLeZljrMK

Join us at Johnny B's Food Truck for an extraordinary culinary experience!

Must try, New American Cuisine featuring local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. Try our famous smash burgers, smoked salmon salads, mushroom tartlets, and more!

🍔 Mouthwatering Smash Burgers:
Sink your teeth into the juiciest, most succulent smash burgers around.

🥗 Fresh and Zesty Smoked Salmon Salad.

🍄 Calling all mushroom enthusiasts to delight in our delectable mushroom tartlets. A vegetarian foragers bliss

Sneak a Peak: https://www.instagram.com/johnnybsfoodtruckduluth/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

Event Category: Food Truck

The JAM Concert Series is dedicated to enriching Duluth’s Jazz culture through the annual concert series held in April. Each JAM provides performance opportunities for at least 20 different ensembles at various venues across the Twin Ports, fostering exposure and appreciation for Duluth’s vibrant jazz scene. Each week during Jazz Appreciation Month, Twin Ports audiences can attend two unique concerts. One concert features a small jazz ensemble and an inclusive jam session, inviting participation from students and community members. The other concerts feature larger ensembles from local area schools and professional performing groups.

Event Category: Pop-Up Event

https://jamduluth.com/the-series/

https://jamduluth.com/the-series/

Bowlz N Thangz A mobile Duluth dining experience that combines the comfort of street food with the elevated flavors you might expect to find in a high end eatery. It's where traditional and exotic ingredients come together in a bowl of deliciousness. New to Duluth of Duluth...A can’t miss gastronomic experience!

Learn More: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094394262456

Event Category: Pop Up Food Vendor

D&D Social Hour hosted by Dragons Dungeons & Drinks

Artisan's Corner:
The Paint & Take is back! One of our talented Game Masters will provide free supplies and guide you through painting your very own miniature figurine to take home. Prefer to work on something you've already started? Feel free to bring your own masterpiece-in-progress from home. Or, if coloring is more your style, enjoy our D&D-themed coloring pages. Let your creativity flow!

Check Our Gear:
We've spent two years designing game material, merchandise and curated character sheets! We'd love to know what you think!

Tavern Games Galore:
Got a stash of party-perfect games? Bring 'em along and let the good times roll!

Bard's Corner
A cozy nook for swapping tales, forging alliances, and plotting your next adventure. Whether you're a seasoned dragonslayer or a novice spell-caster, there's a place for you at our table.

Event Category: Community Partner

Brought together by bluegrass jams scattered throughout Duluth, the Lake Effect String Band is grounded in the rich traditions of delicious, upbeat picking. With original tunes along with classics ranging from Flatt & Scruggs and Doc Watson to NewGrass heroes like Hot Rize and Sam Bush, Lake Effect piles up enough tunes for any string music lover. Storming your ears with guitar, mandolin, banjo, and bass, Lake Effect always delivers more than expected.

No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

A Monthly Book Swap at Bent Paddle!
Join us, as we host Crow & Co. To Go every fourth Sunday from 12-4 PM at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. for the perfect pairing of local brews and fresh reads! We are hosting Crow & Co. To Go for a community book swap, where you can bring up to four high-quality used books to trade with fellow book lovers—discover something new while giving your old favorites a second life.
Can’t find a book you want? No worries! Swap your token for 10% off your purchase from Crow & Co. To Go instead.
Sip, swap, and savor your Sunday with great books and even better beer, presented by Crow & Co. To Go and Bent Paddle Brewing Co. See you there! 📚🍻

Event Category: Pop-Up Event

Join on for a night of live and local Homegrown Music! Get a load of this amazing lineup!

7:45p - Sometime, Maybe
8:45p - 500 Million Society
9:45p - Father Hennepin

Learn More: https://duluthhomegrown.org/schedule/

Event Category: BPBC Event

The four members of Sometime, Maybe have performed in Duluth for more than two decades, but it wasn’t until 2023 that they merged their musical forces. The band’s blend of original and cover songs aims to keep things moody and groovy. Erick Hermanson is lord of the low end on bass, while Luke Mirau keeps things tight on drums. Asa Harting plays guitar and croons, croaks and cracks jokes on vocals. Mary Hermanson crushes the keys and sings soaring melodies. Their diverse backgrounds, tastes and experiences allow Sometime, Maybe to make music that ruffles feathers and soothes souls.

https://duluthhomegrown.org/schedule/

Members of 500 Million Society know rocking as hard as The Seeds, Joy Division, Mudhoney, The Hives, Deep Purple and The Dead Boys (with a little Phil Spector thrown in) won’t save the world. But shaking your ass might make life a little better. Art punks Dicky Brooks, Jim Hagstrom, Paul Broman and Tim Nelson formed 500 Million Society more than 15 years ago to fight global elites, unspeakably powerful families, currupt financiers and media overlords with their music. “We should meet darkness with darkness, make it bouncy, deep, epic and fuzzy,” Nelson said. “And confront the inevitable with an extended middle finger.”

https://duluthhomegrown.org/schedule/

Honkey-tonk band Father Hennepin, led by Homegrown Music Festival founder Scott “Starfire” Lunt, holds the distinction of having played the festival more times than any other act. Counting unofficial live-stream performances during the pandemic, this year marks the 25th time the Fat Hens will play Homegrown. Flanking Starfire are Ted Anderson on guitar, Bob Olson on bass, Jimi Cooper on guitar, Susan Ludwig on keyboard and accordion, and Jim Hagstrom on drums. The band’s studio album, Crooked With Gin, came out in 2001. The group leans into sounds from soft rock to twangy country, with heartfelt lyrics to boot.

https://duluthhomegrown.org/schedule/

Stop and immerse yourself in the flavors of Oasis Del Norte, a fresh & authentic taqueria experience that fast became a local fan favorite for authentic flavors of Central America. Edwardo curates a uniquely craft experience through recipes that have been passed down for generations.

Tacos + Trivia + Beer + THC Beverages = ❤️

Event Category: Pop Up Food Vendor

Trivia Mafia Party Vibes!

Back & Better Than ever!

Weekly trivia hosted right here in the Bent Paddle Taproom every Tuesday from 7-9p. Grab some friends, put on your drinking cap or thinking caps...whatever gets it done for you, and get on down here! This is APP based trivia with good music vibe, so the vibe is what you want to make it!

We cant think of a better place to flex your ability to remember unimportant facts or details that are considered to be amusing rather than serious or useful. in other words, trivial.

GOBS of sweet prizes and spoils to be rewarded to the top Brainiac's in the bunch. So get get down here you smart ass and prove it!

https://www.triviamafia.com/bentpaddle

Event Category: Trivia

"BP Tropical Getaway!

Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the, musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi & Friends.

Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love , humanity , happiness and rebellion

All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only"

Kenneth G is a musician, composer, and sound enthusiast who lives in Duluth, MN. He is interested in the sounds that are produced in nature and how they can be incorporated into music, and also in how the sounds of the industrialized world combine with and influence the natural world. He uses a digital field recorder as well as vintage tape equipment to document sounds he comes across in the woods or near rivers or lakes, brings them back into the studio, and treats them with an array of software and electronic sound processing devices to hone in on their inherent musical qualities. Using this method, he creates otherworldly, ethereal music that is often difficult to place into conventional genre labels. As a performing musician, he has played keyboards in various bands and collaborative projects around Duluth and the Twin Cities, favoring vintage analog synthesizers from the 70s and 80s for their raw sound and direct, form-follows-function design. His album Harbor Songs is available on Bandcamp and at River City Records & Books.

https://kennethgregory.bandcamp.com/

Pylon is a recently formed electronic music collective based in Duluth, Minnesota. They have been playing synth-heavy, long-form pieces of instrumental music that are both hypnotic and groove-oriented. Drawing inspiration from classic 70s electronic artists like Kraftwerk and Tangerine Dream, 90s techno, and touches of modern hyperpop like Charli XCX and 100 gecs, Pylon is equally fit for an audience of attentive listeners or anyone looking to bust a move on the dancefloor. The Pylon roster is a fluid one, and the lineup can include: Kenneth Gregory, Ned Netzel, Brian Ring, Anton Kloeckl Jimenez, and Steve Sola.

Tres Osos is a vibrant bluegrass and country band hailing from the scenic shores of Duluth, Minnesota. The trio, featuring Nicholas Klee on the mandolin, Ian Kvale on the bass, and Tim Leutgeb on the guitar, brings a blend of traditional bluegrass and classic country sounds to life. With a shared passion for fishing, the great outdoors, and good food, Tres Osos infuses their love for nature and camaraderie into every performance, creating music that's as authentic as the rugged landscapes they call home.

No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

The College of St. Scholastica Steel Band is one of only a few collegiate steel bands in the upper midwest. Now in its second decade of existence, this ensemble pays homage to the music culture of Trinidad & Tobago. It is open to any student at the College regardless of major or experience. The group has performed throughout the United States and regularly engages in community outreach.

http://www.css.edu/music

"BP Tropical Getaway!

Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the, musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi & Friends.

Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love , humanity , happiness and rebellion

All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only"

The Driftless Revelers formed in the second spring of the first global pandemic of the 21st century, with one ear turned toward the shellac platters and Victrola virtuosos of the early to mid 20th century, and the other ear glued to the soundscapes of the 1960's & 1970's American freak-folk scene.
Since their debut tour in 2021, the band has billed with Grammy winning bluegrass legends like Tim O'Brien & the Gibson Brothers, toured extensively throughout the Upper Midwest performing with other amazing artists like Big Richard, Willy Tea Taylor, Davey Allen & the Midnights, and had breakout performances at several festivals and events (Sol Grass Music Festival, Mile of Music in Appleton, WI. featured in Rolling Stone Magazine).
"Scrappy string-based freak-folk, featuring songs like 'Meat Raffle Mambo,' 'Wisconsin Saturday Nights' and 'Jesus Shaves' that both revere and good-naturedly poke fun at state culture -- [The Driftless Revelers] may remind listeners of Lou and Peter Berryman or even the old Free Hot Lunch! band."
--Isthmus Magazine, Madison, WI.
These Eau Claire, Wisconsin based weirdos have earned a cult following of devoted fans from Minnesota to Michigan who appreciate their irreverent, highly original, and sometimes slightly psychedelic interpretation of American roots music with a Midwest twist. Their live show banter and thoroughly entertaining sets have earned them comparisons to Ween, Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, They Might be Giants, Tenacious D, Cheech & Chong, and the Holy Modal Rounders. Their debut record, American Fork Standards (2022), was well received by their family members, and a few other people who said nice things about it. Their most recent record, Live at the Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret (2024) captures the band's deadpan comedy and musical chops in a lounge environment that demands a proper listen in a leisure suit with a scotch & Pall Mall.
No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

https://www.philvillerecords.com/thedriftlessrevelers

Festiversary – An Outdoor Beer Festival Block Party Celebrating Bent Paddle’s 11 Year Anniversary – is Back!!!

Join us and 3,000 of your closest friends at the Brewery on Saturday, May 10 2025 from 2 – 8 pm to help us celebrate!

We will be taking over our West Michigan Street block + neighborhood parking lots and throwing a “Festiversary” party – an outdoor brewery festival celebrating Bent Paddle Brewing Co.‘s anniversary & you – the Partners & Paddlers that have helped us make it this far!

There will be 2 stages of live music, curated food trucks + vendors, games & family friendly activities + entertainment, community connections galore, and of course a whole lot of specialty Bent Paddle beer + canna!

Event Category: BPBC Event

Soulhead is a Twin Ports based group that captures the energetic element of music from the past decades while also creating new boundaries with their own taste on the classics! Their style is a unique blend of the many genres ranging from blues, rock, funk, and soul. Their ability to apply energy, as well as improvised jams on songs makes every show unique while also staying grounded to the roots. Their chemistry on stage allows them to connect to the audience in such a distinctive way by applying their musical influences from many genres to their sound!

The People Brothers Band’s unique brand of rhythm and soul features some of the most talented vocalists and musicians in the region. The vibrant group of longtime friends, collaborators, and multi-dimensional artists formed in 2008 as an open mic songwriting outfit and hasn’t looked back since. The band has cultivated a captivating musical alchemy through collective dedication to their craft, the Midwest music community, and each other.

Drawing from the band's musically diverse influences, you’ll hear everything from The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Grateful Dead, Phish and Whitney Houston, to Gregg Allman & The Band in their original music. Coupled with a Tina Turneresque-esk stage presence, the ensemble displays genre-bending versatility and mesmerizing synchronicity during their energetic live shows. Their lyrics transport listeners through the full spectrum of emotions and the crowd mirrors an ever-changing portrait of expression; bright smiles, animated stomping, choral shouting, and wiping away a rolling tear before anyone sees. Their infectious stage presence is punctuated with heartfelt words of encouragement from lead vocalist, Teresa Marie, who emphasizes their overarching message of love and positivity.

The band that surrounds her, frames her message, like a psychedelic kaleidoscope painting full of color, straight out of the 70’s. The rotating cast of this 8-piece rock band has been on the road for 15 years, their songs rival the stories of their predecessors like Fleetwood Mac with stories of love, loss, passion, divorce, death, sobriety, sex, drugs, and rock n roll. At a People Brothers Band show, you’ll experience it all.

These friends lift their voices, keys, strings, horns, and drumsticks in love to create music on a higher vibration which transcends the auditory experience to rejuvenate the soul, inviting you to shine electric love, positivity, friendship, and resiliency in your own stratosphere, to your people, to your brothers, from their band.

https://www.peoplebrothers.com/

Being the city that's forged some of the biggest names in music, Duluth is also home to Jumpsuit - a funk/jam outfit with a big side bowl of soul. On the rise, these funky folks are a culmination of individuals who have shared the stage with many of those names and more. Jumpsuit features Emanuel Eisele and Marshall Dillon on guitars, Calzone on bass, Ian Hopp on drums, Courtney Ellian on keys/backup vocals, and Erica “Ricky” Francois and Madi Phyle on lead vocals.

Dessa fell in love with language as a toddler---and she just never got over it. Coming up in Minneapolis, she collected favorite words to decorate the walls of her brain; as teenager, she thrilled in metaphor; and when she started writing songs and touring, she'd always lean in to pick up on the regional slang. Now, Dessa works in most fields that traffic in words: she's recorded rap bangers as part of the fiercely independent Doomtree collective, released a live album with the Grammy-winning Minnesota Orchestra; contributed to the New York Times and National Geographic Traveler; delivered a TED Talk on the intersection of romance and neuroscience that's notched more than 4 million views; hosted two seasons of the Deeply Human radio program (BBC/American Public Media/iHeartMedia); and published a memoir recounting most of the above called My Own Devices, published by Dutton (Penguin Random House). She lives in Minneapolis and Manhattan, still tours in a rented van, and is probably eavesdropping on the neighboring table, listening for a word to add to the collection. You can listen to her music, read her writing, and check out the tour schedule at dessawander.com or find her on Instagram as Dessa, and on Facebook and Twitter as dessadarling.

dessawander.com

Al Church will make you sweat and dance????? Let’s party!

Al Church also plays drums and sings in Derecho Rhythm Section (also with Alan Sparhawk of Low), Producer and guitarist for Gaelynn Lea and Actual Wolf, plays bass in Dave Simonett's solo band, plays drums with Andy Cook, and lends his skills to session work with a wide array of genres.

Alchurchmusic.com

Flow with Runa Yoga

Join us for an all-levels yoga session with Runa Yoga, where movement meets mindfulness. Embrace the outdoors as we practice in the fresh air of the yard, weather permitting. When winter arrives or weather shifts, we'll continue the flow indoors at the cozy Production Brewery, located at 1912 West Michigan Street.

Pre-registration is recommended to reserve your mat space, as spots are intentionally limited to maintain an intimate and spacious experience.

Class Details

Open to all skill levels (18+)
Outdoor classes weather permitting; indoor sessions for inclement weather
Notifications about class location will be sent one hour before start time
Yoga is a practice of connection, and our sessions often fill up quickly—secure your place on the mat today!

🧘‍♀️ Reserve your spot now: runayoga.com/workshops

We can't wait to flow with you!

Event Category: Yoga

📚🍻 Crow & Co. Boozy Book Fair 🍻📚

Top off your weekend every Second Sunday from 12-4p with friends and a treasure trove of queer, weird, and wonderful books, games, candles, and more from Crow & Co. To Go! ✨
Each month features a special guest or surprise, so you never know what magic awaits! Grab a pint, browse the shelves, and let the good vibes (and good reads) flow! 🌈📖🍺
Kick back by the fireplace and snuggle into a book and meet some new friends. We're here for it!

Event Category: Pop-Up Event

"BP Tropical Getaway!

Come see what the big SPLASH is all about. Featuring a night dedicated to the, musicality and resilience of Reggae Music & Culture. Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi & Friends.

Wednesday Nights House DJ Jam Session. Expect songs of peace, love , humanity , happiness and rebellion

All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only"

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

Inga Entheos is a Duluth based band sharing original music with a mix of belty vocals, classical guitar, and a driving, grooving rhythm section. “Entheos” is a Greek term for “divinely inspired to create.” With this intention, the lyrics and ambience of the music create a complex sound and thought process aiming to highlight unity and self expression.
Front woman, Inga Weis, has crafted the current repertoire over the last four years. With a Nordic inspired blend of rock and folk, Inga Entheos seeks to steward a fun-loving and heart-felt musical landscape that is open to all ages. Their aim is to uplift with a cathartic musical language that will encourage connection and creativity.

Ingaentheos.com

Salsa, Salsa, Salsa!

Tonight's Paddle Splash, featuring Simply Ballroom, is a night dedicated Latin music and dance.

Event Details:
~ Social hour 6-7p
~ Open To All
~ Free Salsa & Bachata Lessons 7-9p
~ Followed by open dance

Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi ~ Simply Ballroom & Friends.

All welcome | No Cover | Good Vibe Only | HOT HOT HOT

Great Lakes Country from a front porch in Duluth, MN. Bringing foot-stomping hometown country jams and soulfully sentimental ballads, Breanne Marie & The Front Porch Sinners delivers high-energy Americana.

Featuring singer/songwriter and sometimes trumpeter Breanne Marie on lead vocals, the band blends traditional pedal steel with guitar lines, driving bass and drums which Americana Highways described as “a brilliant blend of 90s indie and country.” Whether winding through creative sonic landscapes or laying down toe-tapping bluegrass, their heartfelt lyrics and songwriting aim to warm even the coldest nights.

http://www.BreanneMarie.com