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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!

Moose lick salt on road

Moose lick salt on road

November 17, 2023 - December 18, 2023    
12:00 am
When temps drop in the winter, roads are salted to keep ice from forming. Like many of us, moose crave a little salt. Carefully drive [...]
Spirit of Place Opening Reception

Spirit of Place Opening Reception

December 15, 2023    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibit, Spirit of Place from local artist Jayne Richards. Spirit of Place refers to “the unique, distinctive [...]
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Split Rock Lighthouse Beacon Lighting
July 31, 2022    
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
As the culmination of an evening presentation about Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Split Rock Lighthouse will be lit. 2022 is the 112th anniversary of the lighthouse.
Events on July 31, 2022

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family in horse drawn sleigh at gunflint lodge
aerial view of Lutsen Sea Villas from above Lake Superior
upcoming events
Perseids Meteor Shower
17 Jul 25
Silver Bay
Salmon Classic
19 Jul 25
Silver Bay
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior
20 Jul 25
Grand Marais
Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern
20 Jul 25
Grand Marais
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