Events in St. Louis County today

Enjoy a Halloween afternoon with a screening of Casper. Pick up a treat at the front desk, grab a bag of popcorn, and head to the auditorium for the movie.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show arrives at DECC Symphony Hall for a single-night presentation featuring an immersive live shadow-cast by the drag troupe Zenith City Horror. This high-energy staging offers a fresh twist on a longstanding Twin Ports Halloween tradition. Costumes are encouraged. The film is rated R, there are no enforced age limits, and parental discretion is advised.

Learn to restore dull kitchen knives and everyday blades in a hands-on class that explores both the how and the why of sharpening. Instruction covers selecting and using common sharpening tools, step-by-step methods for bringing back a clean edge, and simple routines that help blades stay sharp longer. You will practice on your own knives and leave with improved edges, practical skills, and the confidence to maintain them at home. Please bring a few knives to work on during class.

Celebrate Halloween with a 5K run or walk, with costumes encouraged for individuals, families, and groups. Prizes will be awarded for costumes and overall race winners. After the 5K, children ages 1–12 can take part in a Fun Run and collect candy along the course.

Celebrate Halloween at the Scoop with a variety of activities, including games, prizes, and hands-on crafts. Expect more treats than tricks, plus specials on food and ice cream throughout the event. Costumes are welcome but not required, and trick or treating at the Scoop continues until closing.

A long-loved tradition offers a free, all-ages afternoon of relaxed, hands-on art-making. Learn approachable techniques for playful projects that can be customized for any age. Get set for trick-or-treating by creating take-home essentials like costume accents, a candy bag, and autumn decorations, along with other simple creations. Snacks are provided by Whole Foods Co-Op.

An annual Trunk or Treat takes place in the parking lot of Hope United Methodist Church, with games, prizes, and treats for a Halloween celebration. It is hosted by Hope for Kids Childcare Center and Hope United Methodist Church.

Make this harvest party a cheerful stop along your trick or treating route. Geared toward kids and families, it offers a free visit with games, prizes, and snacks, all wrapped in seasonal fun. Costumes are welcome, and guests can drop in for a moment or stay a little longer as they make their way through the neighborhood.

This professional comedy tour showcases 200 of the country's leading comedians, with credits that include The Tonight Show, Last Comic Standing, Saturday Night Live, America's Got Talent, Late Night, among others. Dinner is available before the show and throughout the performance.

Raise your voice with Paul Webster and the crew of All Hands in a welcoming session devoted to sea shanties. Explore maritime work songs, both time honored and in the same spirit, that are easy to learn and especially enjoyable when sung together. Everyone is invited to take part, whether you have years of experience or are brand new to singing.

Enjoy a welcoming music open mic at Duluth Folk School and the Dovetail Cafe. Performers can sign up on arrival for a 15 minute slot to share their songs, and listeners are welcome to sit back and take in the variety.

Dead on Arms provides authorized firearms training for Minnesota Permit to Carry applications, as required by Minnesota State Statute 624.714. The course includes classroom instruction and indoor range practice, covering the fundamentals of pistol use and the legal aspects of possession, carry, and use, including self-defense and restrictions on deadly force. Participants must successfully complete a live-fire qualification exercise. Certified instructor training must be completed within one year of an original or renewal application.

Celebrate a new chapter for The Yard and recognize its owners and team. The celebration will include appetizers, drinks, giveaways, and more.

Enjoy half-price whiskey, with more than 200 whiskeys priced at $15 or more offered at half price throughout the evening.

Get inspired by sharing your ongoing work with others who write fantasy, speculative fiction, and science fiction. The group meets upstairs at Toasty's. Contact the organizers by email to receive updates and announcements.

Unwind with an acrylic painting session focused on a Mountain Shimmer scene. An instructor will guide you step by step, and all supplies for a 16x20 canvas are provided, so beginners are welcome. The sun will be accented with shimmering metallic paint for an extra sparkly finish. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages to enjoy while you paint. A short demonstration video is available in the event discussions for a preview. Registration is required through the provided link. This class takes place at Northern Exposure Art in Enger Lofts Marketplace.

Duluth Symphonic Winds opens its 26-27 season with a no-cost community band performance that explores the interplay between faith and folklore. The program features music by Bach, Blackshaw, Cavez, Gallante, Hanssen, Reineke, and Tichelli, blending lighthearted touches with moments of reverence.

Enjoy free coffee, conversation, and community at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center. Stop in for a warm cup, catch up with friends, meet someone new, or walk a few laps on the free indoor walking track. No registration is needed. The gathering is sponsored by Frandsen Bank & Trust.

Meet employers who are hiring now at a job fair taking place at CareerForce in Duluth. Attendees can have direct conversations about current openings and explore immediate employment opportunities. A list of participating employers is available.

Enjoy a friendly cribbage tournament with prizes, or stop by for a board or card game of your choice. The evening welcomes players for both organized cribbage and casual games.

Explore your creativity as you paint “Brighton Birches” with step-by-step instruction. All materials for a 16-by-20-inch canvas are provided, and no experience is necessary. Participants are welcome to bring snacks or beverages to enjoy while painting.

Gather your friends for pub trivia and compete for prizes, including free beer or wine for six months. Drink specials, pool, darts, and shuffleboard are also available.