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!

Art Exhibit: Plein Air Grand Marais 2025

Art Exhibit: Plein Air Grand Marais 2025

September 13, 2025 - October 5, 2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Now in its 23rd year, Plein Air Grand Marais 2025 is an annual tradition since 2008 bringing outdoor painters to the North Shore of Lake [...]
2025 ATV Ride and Rally

2025 ATV Ride and Rally

September 26, 2025 - September 27, 2025    
12:00 am
The 2025 ATV Ride and Rally registration is now open —no membership required! It is essential to secure your lodging ASAP, as hotels and campgrounds sell out quickly during [...]
Annual Lake Superior 20/20 Studio & Art Tour

Annual Lake Superior 20/20 Studio & Art Tour

September 26, 2025 - September 28, 2025    
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Lake Superior 20/20 Studio Art Tour is a local artist studio tour along the North Shore. Along an approximately 20-mile route, you can visit 10 host [...]
Art Along the Lake: Fall Studio Tour

Art Along the Lake: Fall Studio Tour

September 26, 2025 - October 5, 2025    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Art Along the Lake is a ten-day, self-led art tour along Minnesota’s north shore of Lake Superior during peak fall colors. From Tofte to Grand [...]
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

September 27, 2025    
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior - Take a trip on the Hjørdis! The flagship of the Grand Marais Harbor, Hjørdis shares the name of the [...]
Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

September 27, 2025    
12:00 am
Chik-Wauk Museum is open 10am-5pm, May 24 - October 19 Admission is $6 adults, $3 children 5-18, discount to seniors and military, free to Gunflint [...]
Rooftop Yoga at Voyageur Brewing

Rooftop Yoga at Voyageur Brewing

September 27, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Enjoy an all-levels yoga class on the rooftop at Voyageur Brewing Company. The class is free to participants, but donations are encouraged and graciously accepted! [...]
Cook County Market

Cook County Market

September 27, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Cook County Market, featuring the work of local artists and artisans, is an outdoor market held every Saturday from Memorial Day Weekend through Moose [...]
Photography and Art at the Rock: Mark Ellis

Photography and Art at the Rock: Mark Ellis

September 27, 2025    
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Photography & Art at the Rock is a monthly exhibit at Split Rock Lighthouse showcasing local artists and photographers whose work celebrates the natural beauty [...]
The Market

The Market

September 27, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This local shopping experience showcases the best of the North Shore! Featuring fresh produce, handmade goods, baked treats, and artwork from our community’s talented farmers, [...]
Two Harbors Farmers Market

Two Harbors Farmers Market

September 27, 2025    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Two Harbors Farmers Market is back for their 14th season, and they can’t wait to welcome you to our new home at Seagren’s Home Hardware [...]
Gitchi Gummi Guided Hike at Gooseberry State Park

Gitchi Gummi Guided Hike at Gooseberry State Park

September 27, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Gitchi Gummi Guided Hike at Gooseberry State Park - Join a Naturalist on this 1.5 mile guided hike where we will see stunning views of [...]
Chasing Waterfalls at Gooseberry State Park

Chasing Waterfalls at Gooseberry State Park

September 27, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Chasing Waterfalls at Gooseberry State Park - Join Park Naturalist on a tour of Gooseberry Falls State Park's major waterfalls. On this tour you will [...]
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Check out these North Shore Favorites

fried walleye and wine 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
sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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