

LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER?
For additional questions, contact Bud at volunteer@chumduluth.org or (218)-438-5381.

DAY-OF FESTIVITIES
Rhubarb-themed refreshments
Brats, pies, ice cream, beverages, and more from The Rhubarb Cafe
The Famous Rhubarb Festival Bake Sale
Your opportunity to obtain a wide variety of rhubarb treats, canned goods, and juices
Live Music and Entertainment
Rhubarb-Themed Activities
Crafts, coloring, sidewalk chalk, The Kids' Zone, and a 2026 debut of several new competitions
Meet Chum Staff
Learn more about why we do what we do!
EVEN MORE RHUBARB FUN
2026 RHUBARB-SUPPORTING EVENTS
Portion/all proceeds from these events go to Chum
Rhubarb Treats Kickoff @ SHERATON DULUTH HOTEL
Monday, June 22nd from 5-6pm
Rhubarb Happy Hour @ VIKRE DISTILLERY
Tuesday, June 23rd from 4-6pm
Build Your Own Terrarium @ GROW YOUR OWN GARDEN SUPPLY WITH
GREEN REDEMPTION TERRARIUMS
Wednesday, June 24th from 6-8pm
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2026 RHUBARB-SUPPORTING MENU ITEMS
Portion/all proceeds from these menu items go to Chum
Rhubarb Appetizer & Drink @ AT SARA'S TABLE CHESTER CREEK CAFE
During the month of June
Drink Specials @ SHERATON DULUTH HOTEL
June 15th-28th
Rhubarb Juice @ JUICE PHARM
June 22nd-28th
Rhubarb Pie @ SIR BEN'S
June 22nd-26th
Dinner Specials @ SHERATON DULUTH HOTEL
June 22nd-28th
RHUBARB FAQ
Where do I park for Rhubarb Festival?
Guests are encouraged to park at: Spirit Mountain Bike Park and Trailhead - 8551 Grand Avenue A free shuttle to the festival grounds will run regularly from the trailhead, starting at 9:30am, and ending at 3:30pm. The shuttle will drop passengers off at the main festival entrance off of Grand Avenue.
Can I bike to the festival?
Yes! We encourage those who are able to bike – a bike valet will be provided on-site to ensure your bike will be stowed safely while you enjoy the festivities.
Can I bring my dog/cat/hamster?
As much as we also love our furry-friends, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home.
Can I smoke at the Rhubarb Festival?
No. The Rhubarb Festival is a smoking-free event.
I'm interested in donating my own rhubarb - how can I participate?
Starting June 1st, Super One in West Duluth (5300 Bristol Street) will be collecting rhubarb donations on behalf of Rhubarb Festival. Find a Super One employee in the produce section, and they will help you out with the rest! To harvest your rhubarb for the festival, we recommend pulling the rhubarb (instead of cutting), and only harvesting about a third of the clump to ensure regrowth. Please donate fresh, whole stalks with no leaves. Consider going the extra mile to wash, cut into 1/2" pieces, and bag it!
Will the festival be taking credit card payments for food, etc?
We will accept credit card payments, however, a surcharge fee will be applied to all credit card transactions.
Do I have to pay for water?
Nope! Be sure to bring your reusable water bottles - we will have a free hydration station at the festival!
What if there's inclement weather?
The Chum Rhubarb Festival is an outdoor event and will proceed rain or shine — we have plenty of tent coverage to keep volunteers and guests comfortable in light rain or sun. In the event of severe weather, including lightning or thunder, festival activities will pause and all attendees and volunteers will be directed to shelter inside Asbury United Methodist Church until conditions are safe. Festival coordinator Bud Trnka will be in direct communication with first responders and will make any decisions regarding weather delays or cancellation. In the unlikely event of a full cancellation, Chum will pivot to selling pies at participating churches around the Duluth area on Sunday, June 28 — because the mission doesn't stop for the weather!
THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO MAKE RHUBARB HAPPEN!
BAKING ORGANIZATIONS
Concordia Lutheran Church • Elim Lutheran Church • First Lutheran Church • First United Methodist Church • French River Lutheran Church • Glen Avon Presbyterian Church • Grace Lutheran Church • Northeast Regional Corrections Center • Peace United Church of Christ • Pilgrim United Church of Christ • Our Savior's Lutheran Church • Salem Lutheran Church • St. Paul's Episcopal Church • Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth
CHUM MEMBER CONGREGATIONS
Asbury United Methodist Church • Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary • College of St. Scholastica Campus Ministry • Concordia Lutheran Church • Duluth Seventh Day Adventist Church • Our Savior's Lutheran Church • Peace United Church of Christ • Duluth-Superior Friends Meeting • Eastbridge Community Church • Elim Lutheran Church • Family of God Lutheran Church • First Covenant Church • First Lutheran Church • St. Michael's Catholic Church • First United Methodist Church • French River Lutheran Church • Glen Avon Presbyterian Church • Gloria Dei Lutheran Church • Grace Lutheran Church • Hillside United Methodist Church • Holy Cross Lutheran Church • Holy Family Catholic Church • Hope United Methodist Church • Kenwood Lutheran Church • Lake Superior Interfaith Community Church • Lakeside Presbyterian Church • Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd • Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ • St. Andrew's by the Lake Episcopal Church • St. Benedict's Catholic Church • St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church • St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church • St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church • St. Paul's Episcopal Church • Salem Lutheran Church • Temple Israel • The Vineyard Church • Trinity Episcopal Church • Trinity Lutheran Church • Twelve Holy Apostles Orthodox Church • Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth
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