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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Tour the North House Campus
September 6, 2025    
4:00 pm
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, [...]
Tour the North House Campus
September 13, 2025    
4:00 pm
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, [...]
Split Rock Lighthouse Black & White Photography
September 19, 2025 - September 20, 2025    
8:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse Black & White Photography Gather at the iconic Split Rock Lighthouse for a fall photography workshop with North Shore photographers John Gregor [...]
Tour the North House Campus
September 20, 2025    
4:00 pm
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, [...]
Tour the North House Campus
September 27, 2025    
4:00 pm
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, [...]
Tour the North House Campus
October 4, 2025    
4:00 pm
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, [...]
Events on September 6, 2025
Tour the North House Campus
6 Sep 25
Grand Marais
Events on September 13, 2025
Tour the North House Campus
13 Sep 25
Grand Marais
Events on September 19, 2025
Events on September 20, 2025
Events on September 27, 2025
Tour the North House Campus
27 Sep 25
Grand Marais
Events on October 4, 2025
Tour the North House Campus
4 Oct 25
Grand Marais

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