Take in great views of the Aerial Lift Bridge from the Lakewalk.

Guests of our Duluth bed and breakfast this weekend  are in luck. The Duluth Lakefront Festival takes place just steps from our door in Canal Park, and stretches almost fifty blocks up the lake to Kelso Park, at 47th Avenue East. This is a perfect excuse to put on some solid walking shoes and spend a few hours stretching your legs by the lake. If you are in town to participate in one of the numerous races throughout the weekend (such as the Minnesota Mile or Grandma’s Marathon), you’ll be thankful you won’t have far to travel after your race.

A host of fun activities will be offered for people of all ages. Friday evening (Sept 10, 2010), a tribute to 9/11 will be held at Leif Erickson Park. It will be followed by an outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz. Spectators are encouraged to dress as their favorite character and enter the costume contest. After the film, stretch your legs with a leisurely stroll back to our Lake Superior lodging.

Saturday morning we’ll feed you well, with fresh fruits, locally brewed coffee, and a sinfully good main plate; you’ll have plenty of energy for whatever the day holds for you. Perhaps you’ll take part in Treasure Quest between Canal Park and Fitzger’s, which is guaranteed to expand your knowledge of the Lakewalk. If you tire, the North Shore Scenic Railroad is offering free rides.

The best part of the Duluth Lakefront Festival is simply the festive atmosphere it creates. It is great to see people out and about, enjoying the expansive Lake Superior waterfront. Whenever you wish a reprieve from the crowds, just come back to Solglimt. Sit on our deck and gaze out at the water, soak in the tub, or curl up in front of the fire. The weekend is yours.

The Bayfront Blues Festival is just a few days away, August 13 – 15, 2010. Located at Bayfront Festival Park, just steps away from our Duluth bed and breakfast on Lake Superior, the 22nd Annual Blues Festival will feature such greats as Dr. John and the Lower 911, Elvin Bishop, and Duke Robillard.

Check out the Bayfront Blues Festival while staying at our Duluth b&b.

There will be two music venues at the festival: the Acoustic Tent Stage and the Leinenkugel’s Stage. Bring a lawn chair and settle in for a show by the Cornbread Harris Trio or Reverend Raven and the Chainsmokin’ Altar Boys at the Acoustic Tent, or Otis Clay or JJ Grey & Mofro at Leinenkugel’s. Since Bayfront is so close to our Duluth bed and breakfast, you’ll be able to easily return to the inn to rest a bit between shows. (more…)