Spirit Valley Days explodes in the streets of West Duluth with food, good times, parades, music, a car show, and among other things the crowning of Miss West Duluth. I talked to the organizer of some of the events Ringo, and she said it is a great way of showcasing what the West part of Duluth can offer.

From the Spirit Valley Days Facebook page here is the rundown.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Wednesday, August 5th

Valley Youth Center’s Golf Scramble

11:oo a.m. @ Enger Golf Course – 5:00 p.m. banquet @ Gopher Bar, 402 N. Central Ave. Duluth.

All proceeds benefit the Valley Youth Center.

Ramsey Square Stage Entertainment – Noon to 10 PM

12:00 – 1:00 pm – John & Andy

1:00 – 2:00 pm – Magician Kelvin Saline

2:00 – 3:00 pm – Joe Terwey

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Maintenance Free

4:00 – 5:00 pm – Miss West Duluth Pageant

5:00 – 6:00 pm – Magician Kelvin Saline

6:00 – 9:00 pm – Car Show in memory of Kyle Smalley in the Spirit Valley Mall Parking Lot. Presented by Advance Auto Parts, Kolar Chevrolet and Kool 101.7 FM.

*** Just a reminder that those showing cars enter on Bristol Street off of Central Avenue by the Little Store. Parking in the Spirit Valley Mall lot will be restricted to shoppers and car show exhibitors. Spectators are asked to find alternate parking. Parking is available behind the mall under the freeway.

***Also, the Spirit Valley crew is asking that no Bicycles be in the car show area during this event for the safety of others and the classic cars. Anyone with a stroller please be mindful of your surroundings and the cars.

7:00 – 10:00 pm – LIVE MUSIC ON TWO STAGES

Russ Darwin & the Returnables – Mr. D’s & Kom-On-Inn Stage

Todd Eckart – Rustic Stage

Thursday, August 6th

4:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Grilling & Serving Food in the Parking Lot – West Duluth American Legion

7:30 pm – 10:00 pm FREE Swing Dancing – West Duluth American Legion

Ramsey Square Stage Entertainment

12:00 –1:00 pm – Ron Occhino

1:00 – 2:00 pm – Magician Kelvin Saline

2:00 – 3:00 pm – Ron Occhino

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Jim Wiita

4:00 – 5:00 pm – Hamlin Music Student Performances

5:00 – 6:00 pm – Magician Kelvin Saline

6 pm – Spirit Valley Days Parade

Starts at 59th Ave. W. & Grand Ave.to Central Ave., South along Central Ave. to Bristol St., East on Bristol St. and disburses on Mike Colalillo Drive. More on the parade click here.

LIVE MUSIC ON TWO STAGES!

7:00 – 10:00 pm

Don’t Panic – Mr. D’s & Kom-on-Inn Stage

Crossfire – Rustic Stage

Friday, August 7th

7:00 am – Noon – Pancake Breakfast – American Legion

Adult – $6.00, Children – $3.00

Meet the new Miss West Duluth and her court!

7:00 am – Noon – Health Fair – American Legion

UMD College of Pharmacy students will offer: blood pressure; cholesterol; glucose and bone density screenings. A pharmacist will be available to answer questions about medications.

Ramsey Square Stage Entertainment – Noon to 10 PM

12:00 – 1:00 pm – Bill Bastian

1:00 – 1:30 pm – Josh Hendrickson

1:30 – 2:30 pm – Bill Bastian

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Josh Hendrickson

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Pet Parade in Ramsey Square

The first annual Pet Parade took place with great success. There were dogs, a fish, and a hedgehog entered in the parade…most were dressed in their absolute best! Get a costume for your critter and join the fun! Registration at 2:30 by the Kom-On-Inn. $10 per entry.

4:00 – 7:00 pm – Pet Fest at Duluth Business University

Students from DBU’s Veternary Technician program will be offering a variety of services such as micro-chipping, toenail trims and baths. Silent auction, carnival games and more. Proceeds to benefit area shelters.

4:00 – 5:00 pm – Ambrosia

4:00pm – 7:00pm – Grilling & Serving Food in the Parking Lot – West Duluth American Legion

7:00 – 1:00 am – Traditional Spirit Valley Days Street Dance

Admission is $10 at the gate. Must be 21 or older.

Pop Rocks – Mr. D’s & Kom-On-Inn Stage

Rage N Country – Rustic Bar Variety Stage

7:00 pm – Midnight – Valley Youth Center Teen Dance

FREE to those in 6th grade & older. Music, food, games, open gym, prizes and Sammy’s Pizza at the Valley Youth Center.

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Open Gym

10:30 – Pop & Pizza

10:00 pm – midnight – Teen Dance

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Todd Eckart – West Duluth American Legion

Saturday, August 8th

8:30 am – 10:00 am – Run Like an Animal 5K Run/Walk @ the Lake Superior Zoo. This 5k fun run and walk is the only time you are allowed to run wild through the zoo! Everyone from serious trail runners to families love this event. Come as you favorite animal or dress as your perfect self and support the zoo. Afterwards, Party Like An Animal with prizes, refreshments, entertainment, zoo animals and more!

9:00 – 11:00 am – Frummage Sale

A FREE Rummage sale. If you can use it, take it! Next to Insty Prints in the Valley Center Mall. Hosted by Westside Vineyard Church

9:00 am – 2:00 pm – Family Rummage Sale

West Duluth American Legion

9:00 am – Noon – Canoe & Kayak Tour & Picnic

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and tour the lower St. Louis River. Canoes, kayaks and pontoon spaces are available. Launch from the Munger Landing. Cost is $10 for non-members and $5 for members. Register at www.stlouisriver.org or call 218-733-9502.

9:00 am – 11:00 am – Western Garden Tour Breakfast

Norton Park United Methodist Church (436 N. 79th Ave. W)

10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Western Garden Tour

Starts at Norton Park United Methodist Church (436 N. 79th Ave. W). A self-guided tour of 11 of the best gardens in the area. $10 includes a light breakfast and a map to the featured gardens.

Noon – 4:00 pm – Family Fun Day in Memorial Park

FREE Kids Activities:Free food and cotton candy, while supplies last. Large inflatable obstacle course with slides; giant Batman bouncer; Moonwalk; Gladiator Joust and many other activities including: music; Zumba; face painting; t-shirt painting; soap carving (with wooden sticks); watercolor painting and drawing table with crayons, markers and pencils; craft table to make puppets, door hangers and more.

Noon – 3:00 pm – Visit from the Lake Superior Zoo’s Zoomobile

1:00 pm – Home Depot Kids Workshop

11:00 am – 2:00 pm – Grilling & Serving Food in the Parking Lot – West Duluth American Legion

Sunday, Aug. 9th

5:00 pm – Neighborhood Worship Celebration

The Westside Vineyard Church invites you to celebrate with them. They’re located in the Spirit Valley Mall near Western Bank.

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