Parsons Alley came alive on December 31, 2025 as families gathered to celebrate the New Year in a bright, joyful, and kid-friendly way at Downtown Duluth’s Noon Year’s Eve event. The mid-day celebration featured a lively dance party, festive crafts, free face painting, a Kids New Year’s Resolution Station, and the highly anticipated Countdown to Noon.

Children and families filled the alley with laughter, music, and holiday cheer, creating a memorable way to close out the year together. Events like Noon Year’s Eve reflect Downtown Duluth’s commitment to providing meaningful, family-friendly experiences that bring the community together in fun and creative ways.

Downtown Duluth received a colorful winter glow on December 28 as families, artists, and community members gathered for our Frosty Fun Frosty Chalk Art event. Sidewalks transformed into vibrant works of art as participants of all ages brought their creativity outdoors and filled the district with imagination, laughter, and winter cheer.

From whimsical snowflakes to bold, bright masterpieces, the artwork showcased the heart of our community and the joy of coming together during the holiday season. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped turn our streets into a festive outdoor gallery.

Last night, we gathered at City Hall to honor Councilmember Jamin Harkness ahead of his final Work Session of 2025. We’re grateful for his dedicated service to the Duluth community and wish him the very best as he steps into his next opportunity. Thank you, Jamin, for your leadership and commitment to our city.

Downtown Duluth was glowing with holiday cheer this past Saturday as our community came together to celebrate Deck the Hall. From carolers and crafts to Santa sightings, snow play, and festive performances, the energy and excitement were felt across every corner of the event. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s celebration truly special. Your enthusiasm brings our city to life and sets the tone for a joyful winter season.

Can we hear a round of a-paws for November’s Dog of the Month: Maximo!

His humans said “Markissimo (aka Maximo) is the ultimate combination of a Chihuahua’s smarts, a Boston Terrier’s energy and a Pug’s charm. This part-time toy wrangler and full-time sweetheart has a love for life that is contagious. He’s always down to “paw-ty,” bringing just the right amount of sass, charm, chaos and cuddles!” Sounds like if you see this good boy around town, you should stop and give him a pet!

For his dedication to helping keep our waterways clean and local ecosystems intact, Tiger Tails Animal Hospital has partnered with us to offer a great prize pack to our Dog of the Month.

Take the pledge and your pup (or pups) may just be featured as our next Dog of the Month!

DuluthGA.net/PetWastePledge

The monsters hit the dance floor, and Howl on the Green turned into a frightfully fun celebration!

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Duluth Town Green for an unforgettable night of Halloween fun. From creative costumes and candy-filled trunks to the jaw-dropping Spooktacular Cirque Finale, our community truly brought the Monster Mash magic to life!

Events like this shine because of you—our amazing residents, businesses, and visitors who make Duluth such a vibrant and spirited place to be. We can’t wait to see you next year for even more tricks, treats, and festive fun!

Special thanks to Piedmont Eastside & Renewal by Andersen.

Downtown Duluth came alive with ghostly tales and spirited fun during this year’s Haunted Duluth Tours! Residents and visitors alike explored the city’s historic streets while uncovering eerie legends and hidden stories from the past. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for a night of thrills, laughter, and community connection. We can’t wait to welcome you back next year for another hauntingly good time!

Rogers Bridge Park was glowing with campfires, laughter, and community spirit during this year’s S’mores ’n Snores! Families from all over Duluth gathered for a night under the stars, filled with games, music, crafts, and of course…plenty of gooey s’mores.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this family-friendly campout such a warm and memorable experience. Your enthusiasm brought the park to life and reminded us what makes Duluth so special.

The City of Duluth has earned national recognition for creativity and design excellence, taking home a Silver Circle Award in the Graphic Design category at the 2025 3CMA Savvy Awards in Las Vegas.

Presented by the City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA), the Savvy Awards celebrate outstanding local government achievements in communications, marketing, and public engagement. Duluth’s winning project — the colorful and interactive Downtown Selfie Stations — was praised by judges as a “fun and creative way to highlight noteworthy spots in your community.”

Designed to inspire community connection and user-generated content, the Selfie Stations have quickly become a favorite feature among residents and visitors, helping to showcase Duluth’s vibrant downtown and hometown pride.

 

 

Downtown Duluth was filled with music, energy, and community spirit as residents and visitors gathered for the annual Fall Festival Concert on Saturday, September 20 at the Duluth Festival Center. The night kicked off with live entertainment, followed by the official Festival T-shirt reveal, and closed with a high-energy performance from Rupert’s Orchestra that had the crowd on their feet. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this unforgettable evening. We can’t wait to see you again at the Duluth Fall Festival!