summer events on the north shore

North Shore Events

Each small town celebrates nature, arts and history, the great outdoors, local and regional talents, holidays and community. And you’re invited to join in. This North Shore Calendar of Events lists all kinds of goings-on; guided hikes, 99-mile bike races, fine art exhibits, pie-eating contests, solstice celebrations, historical talks, workshops, classes, summer festivals, small town parades, and the annual lighting of Split Rock Lighthouse.

Check out what’s going on during your visit!

Bald Eagle Chicks Hatch

Bald Eagle Chicks Hatch

May 5, 2023 - May 19, 2023    
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Bald eagles migrate back up the North shore in March, lay 1-3 eggs in April and incubate them for about five weeks. Chicks hatch mid-May. [...]
Moose Calves Born

Moose Calves Born

May 19, 2023 - June 9, 2023    
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Gangly, tawny moose calves are born about nine months after the autumn rut [mating season]. Born at 25-35 pounds, the average adult moose weighs close [...]
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Lutsen Mountains Thanksgiving Weekend
November 24, 2022 - November 27, 2022    
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Lutsen Mountains open for the weekend!
Events on November 24, 2022
Events on November 25, 2022
Events on November 26, 2022
Events on November 27, 2022

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family in horse drawn sleigh at gunflint lodge
view of Grand Superior Lodge from above Lake Superior shoreline
snow covered cascade lodge on north shore with stunning blue sky
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sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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