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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!

Perseids Meteor Shower

Perseids Meteor Shower

July 17, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
11:00 pm - 5:00 am
The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most prolific showers of the year, producing rich, bright streaks.  The Perseids are active from mid-July until [...]
Split Rock Lighthouse Sunrise Photography

Split Rock Lighthouse Sunrise Photography

August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025    
8:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse Sunrise Photography Gather at the iconic Split Rock Lighthouse for a sunrise photography workshop with North Shore photographers John Gregor and Hayes [...]
August Full Moon

August Full Moon

August 9, 2025    
All Day
August Full Moon, Sturgeon Moon The August full moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon because it was a good month to catch sturgeon in [...]
Tour the North House Campus

Tour the North House Campus

August 9, 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, [...]
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