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!

New Primitives - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert

New Primitives - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert

August 1, 2025    
7:30 pm
New Primitives was founded in Minneapolis in 2003 by drummer, singer, and songwriter Stanley Kipper. When he lived in southern California, Stan played, toured, or [...]
Live Music at Bluefin Grille

Live Music at Bluefin Grille

August 1, 2025    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Enjoy live music at the Bluefin Grille on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8-10pm throughout the summer. July 2 - Pete Kavanaugh July 4 - Emma [...]
Northern Lights early August

Northern Lights early August

August 1, 2025 - August 14, 2025    
9:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Northern Lights early August - The northern lights forecast - which like the weather, can change as the dates approach - show a chance of [...]
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upcoming events
Perseids Meteor Shower
17 Jul 25
Silver Bay
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior
25 Jul 25
Grand Marais
Summer Kid's Activities at Joy & Co.
25 Jul 25
Grand Marais
Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern
25 Jul 25
Grand Marais
North Shore Winery events
25 Jul 25
Lutsen
sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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