Duluth Sport Show Celebrates Outdoor Adventures

Annual event features fishing, hunting, camping, and more at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

Feb. 21, 2026 at 12:49pm

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The four-day Duluth Sport Show kicked off on Thursday at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, celebrating all things outdoors. Vendors are showcasing a wide range of equipment and activities related to hunting, fishing, camping, and travel. Visitors can also enjoy entertainment like the "Balloon Guy Stunt Show" featuring a world record for getting 18 adults inside a six-foot latex balloon.

Why it matters

The Duluth Sport Show is a long-standing annual event that draws outdoor enthusiasts from across the region to the city. It provides a platform for local and regional businesses to showcase their products and services, while also offering educational and entertaining experiences for attendees.

The details

The sport show features booths and exhibits covering hunting, fishing, camping, and travel. Visitors can check out a selection of docks, lifts, ATVs, UTVs, RVs, fifth wheels, and trailers. There is also a live trout fishing tank and a unique "Balloon Guy Stunt Show" with magic tricks, comedy, and audience participation.

  • The 2026 Duluth Sport Show kicked off on Thursday, February 20, 2026.
  • The event continues on Saturday, February 22, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • The Duluth Sport Show wraps up on Sunday, February 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Duluth Sport Show

An annual four-day event at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center that celebrates all things outdoors, including hunting, fishing, camping, and travel.

James Johnson

The host of the "Balloon Guy Stunt Show" at the Duluth Sport Show, who holds a world record for getting 18 adults inside a six-foot latex balloon.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee

The takeaway

The Duluth Sport Show provides a unique opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the latest gear and equipment, learn from experts, and enjoy entertainment like the record-breaking "Balloon Guy Stunt Show." The event's longevity and continued popularity highlight the enduring appeal of the great outdoors in the Duluth region.