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!

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

April 16, 2025 - May 28, 2025    
11:00 pm - 5:00 am
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower is active between Apr. 16 and May 28 and peaks on May 5-6. The maximum rate for shooting stars in [...]
Art Exhibit: Hovland Arts Guild Spring Show

Art Exhibit: Hovland Arts Guild Spring Show

April 26, 2025 - May 18, 2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Featuring the work of 19 artists from the community of Hovland, Minnesota, this show will offer a cornucopia of styles and mediums. The exhibit will [...]
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family in horse drawn sleigh at gunflint lodge
view of Grand Superior Lodge from above Lake Superior shoreline
spiral waterslide and pool at americinn silver bay on the north shore
upcoming events
Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern
4 Jun 25
Grand Marais
Shore Thing
4 Jun 25
Two Harbors
The Scenic Route book release
4 Jun 25
Grand Marais
Bird Banding
5 Jun 25
Schroeder
sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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