two sled dog teams race the gunflint mail run

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!

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 [...]
Best Stargazing January

Best Stargazing January

January 29, 2025 - January 30, 2025    
4:30 am
New moon nights – night when the moon is absent from the sky – make for great stargazing. Here’s a great way to start – [...]
Music & Events at Up Yonder!

Music & Events at Up Yonder!

January 30, 2025    
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
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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aerial view of caribou highlands lodge and pool with Lake Superior in background0
East Bay Suites and beach along Lake Superior waterfront
upcoming events
Lyrids Meteor Shower
16 Apr 25
Silver Bay
Tour the North House Campus
26 Apr 25
Grand Marais
Tour the North House Campus
3 May 25
Grand Marais
Tour the North House Campus
10 May 25
Grand Marais
sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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