Posted in Minnesota Festivals August 15, 2016 by

10 Reasons To Drop Everything And Go To The Tall Ships Festival In Duluth

The tall ships festival is happening next Thursday through Sunday in Duluth, and it’s the perfect time to take the trip up north! From the World’s Largest Rubber Duck to the beautiful and historic Galeón Andalucía, it’s definitely worth the $9 for a day pass, if not more for an epic tour of the ships. Here are our top 10 reasons why everyone needs to change their plans and head to Duluth next weekend:

1. To see the gorgeous ships, of course!
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The history behind the festival is truly spectacular, and the ships are stunning!
2. And especially to see the World's Largest Rubber Duck.
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It's pretty epic.
3. To catch an epic Superior sunrise.
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It's worth getting up early for views like these!
4. To take a walk along the lakewalk.
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And enjoy the views of Canal Park and the aerial lift bridge.
5. Especially before Canal Park is frozen in just a few months!
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Not that it's not worth a visit then, too!
6. To meet Captain Jack!
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And definitely get a photo!
7. To Try the craft cocktail creations made with Duluth's own Vikre.
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The "High Seas" looks amazing!
8. And to taste the Big Red Hot, the Polish made by World Meat of Duluth with cayenne, garlic, coriander and more.
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Spicy and delicious!
9. To see the all the amazing entertainment!
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Especially our favorite local groups like the Black-Eyed Snakes.
10. And mostly - to have another excuse to visit Duluth, because who doesn't love a trip up north?!
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Have you been to the Tall Ships Festival before? What was your favorite part?

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