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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!

Castle Danger Brewery events

Castle Danger Brewery events

May 31, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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North House Folk School Northern Landscapes Festival

North House Folk School Northern Landscapes Festival

May 31, 2024 - June 2, 2024    
All Day
North House Folk School
Spring is an explosion of life in the North! Discovering the birds, wildflowers, insects and more of this dynamic and rich northern landscape is the [...]
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Northern Landscapes Festival

Northern Landscapes Festival

May 31, 2024 - June 2, 2024    
All Day
North House Folk School
Spring is an explosion of life on the North Shore! The Northern Landscapes Festival celebrates the birds, wildflowers, and geology of this iconic region. Grab [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance

Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance

May 31, 2024    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Bears, skunks, raccoons, coyotes, wolves, crows, and ravens! These animals often have a reputation that is undeserved. Come talk to a Naturalist at the nature [...]
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Northern Lights Friday May 31

Northern Lights Friday May 31

May 31, 2024    
1:00 pm - 10:30 pm
North Shore
Huge chance of Northern Lights Friday May 31 from dusk to about 10 pm for all but the southern most part of Minnesota. Get to [...]
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Live Music at Bluefin Grille

Live Music at Bluefin Grille

May 31, 2024    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bluefin Grille
Enjoy live music at the Bluefin Grille on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8-10pm throughout the summer. Join us for music by the campfire with legendary [...]
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Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
November 30, 2024 - December 31, 2024    
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse Historic Site
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse 'Tis the season to learn about winter living at Split Rock Lighthouse and the Christmas traditions of the 1930s. Explore [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
December 29, 2024    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Christmas Tea on the Edna G
Christmas Tea on the Edna G
December 29, 2024    
1:00 pm
Edna G Tugboat
Christmas Tea on the Edna G! Join us for Tea and Treats on the historic 126-year-old tugboat, the Edna G docked in Two Harbors.  Get [...]
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Best Stargazing December
Best Stargazing December
December 30, 2024    
7:00 pm
North Shore
New moon nights – night when the moon is absent from the sky – make for great stargazing. Here’s a great way to start – [...]
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Best Stargazing December
Best Stargazing December
December 30, 2024    
7:00 pm - 11:45 pm
North Shore
New moon nights – night when the moon is absent from the sky – make for great stargazing. Here’s a great way to start – [...]
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New Year's Eve Celebration
New Year's Eve Celebration
December 31, 2024    
All Day
Cascade Lodge
New Year's Eve Celebration: Join us in celebrating the New Year at Cascade Restaurant & Pub! We'll be open from 8 am - 9 pm [...]
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New Year's Eve Dinner Special
New Year's Eve Dinner Special
December 31, 2024    
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Vue North at Superior Shores
New Year's Eve Dinner at Superior Shores Vue North first course Parsnip Thyme Veloutè with Cilantro Oil Wine Pairing: Nortico Alvarinho 2022, Vinho Verde from [...]
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North Shore Winery events
North Shore Winery events
January 2, 2025    
5:00 pm
North Shore Winery
What's happening at the North Shore Winery Tuesdays Local Day 5-7pm local discounts and local music Thursdays Date Night, 6:30-8:30 open late on Thursdays, so grab [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 2, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 3, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Northern Lights forecast early January 2025
Northern Lights forecast early January 2025
January 4, 2025    
All Day
North Shore
The long range forecast shows a moderate chance of northern lights January 4, 9, and 15. Since northern lights are solar storms, the likelihood changes [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 4, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
January 4, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 5, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 7, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 9, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 10, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Gunflint Mail Run
Gunflint Mail Run
January 11, 2025    
All Day
Trail Center Lodge
The very northeastern tip of Minnesota is Cook County, a land blessed with stunning beauty. We have Gichigami. And glacially sculpted boreal forests. And an [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 11, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
January 11, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 12, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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January Full Moon
January Full Moon
January 13, 2025    
All Day
North Shore
The January full moon is most often known as the Wolf Moon because it is the month hungry wolves howl in the night. It is [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 14, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Paint and Sip
Paint and Sip
January 16, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Surfside on Superior
Paint and Sip: Unleash your inner artist with our Paint and Sip classes at Surfside! Channel your creativity as you follow guided instructions to paint [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 16, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 17, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 18, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
January 18, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 21, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 23, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 24, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 25, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
More Info
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
January 25, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, [...]
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John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
January 26, 2025 - January 30, 2025    
All Day
For over 40 years, the Minnesota’s North Shore comes alive with the excitement of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon race, which celebrates and honors [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
January 26, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 28, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Best Stargazing January
Best Stargazing January
January 29, 2025 - January 30, 2025    
4:30 am
North Shore
New moon nights – night when the moon is absent from the sky – make for great stargazing. Here’s a great way to start – [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 30, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
January 31, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Up Yonder on 61
Tuesdays, Open Stage 6pm hosted by bluesman Pete Kavanaugh 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia Night, 6-8pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 7-9pm, a 15-20 piece big [...]
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Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
February 1, 2025    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duluth & Iron Range Depot Museum
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days: Shop local this winter with the Depot Museum & Gift Shop! Members receive a double discount (20%) on all [...]
More Info
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
February 1, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, [...]
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Events on December 29, 2024
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
30 Nov 24
Two Harbors
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
29 Dec 24
Two Harbors
Christmas Tea on the Edna G
Christmas Tea on the Edna G
29 Dec 24
Two Harbors
Events on December 30, 2024
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
30 Nov 24
Two Harbors
Best Stargazing December
Best Stargazing December
30 Dec 24
Silver Bay
Best Stargazing December
Best Stargazing December
30 Dec 24
Silver Bay
Events on December 31, 2024
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
Christmas at Split Rock Lighthouse
30 Nov 24
Two Harbors
New Year's Eve Celebration
New Year's Eve Celebration
31 Dec 24
Lutsen
New Year's Eve Dinner Special
New Year's Eve Dinner Special
31 Dec 24
Two Harbors
Events on January 2, 2025
North Shore Winery events
North Shore Winery events
2 Jan 25
Lutsen
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
2 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 3, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
3 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 4, 2025
Northern Lights forecast early January 2025
Northern Lights forecast early January 2025
4 Jan 25
Silver Bay
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
4 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
4 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 5, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
5 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Events on January 7, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
7 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 9, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
9 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 10, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
10 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 11, 2025
Gunflint Mail Run
Gunflint Mail Run
11 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
11 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
11 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 12, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
12 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Events on January 13, 2025
January Full Moon
January Full Moon
13 Jan 25
Silver Bay
Events on January 14, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
14 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 16, 2025
Paint and Sip
Paint and Sip
16 Jan 25
Tofte
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
16 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 17, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
17 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 18, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
18 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
18 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 19, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
19 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Events on January 21, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
21 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 23, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
23 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 24, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
24 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 25, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
25 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
25 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 26, 2025
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
26 Jan 25
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
26 Jan 25
Two Harbors
Events on January 27, 2025
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
26 Jan 25
Events on January 28, 2025
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
26 Jan 25
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
28 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 29, 2025
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
26 Jan 25
Best Stargazing January
Best Stargazing January
29 Jan 25
Silver Bay
Events on January 30, 2025
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon: 40th Running
26 Jan 25
Best Stargazing January
Best Stargazing January
29 Jan 25
Silver Bay
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
30 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on January 31, 2025
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
Music & Events at Up Yonder!
31 Jan 25
Grand Marais
Events on February 1, 2025
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
Two Harbors Depot Double Discount Days
1 Feb 25
Two Harbors
Tour the North House Campus
Tour the North House Campus
1 Feb 25
Grand Marais

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