Blueberry Loop Saves the Day | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

When the big Blueberry Arts Festival got canceled for 2026, the towns of Babbitt, Tower, and Ely didn’t sit still—they launched Blueberry Loop, a vibrant community-driven alternative that turned out to be a huge success. Local shops saw a flood of visitors from the Twin Cities, proving that when people rally behind a shared vision, they’ll show up and spend. Organizers like Karen Hamilton praised the energy and turnout, calling it a powerful display of local spirit. And with plans already in motion for next year, Blueberry Loop isn’t just a one-time fix—it’s a thriving new chapter for…