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!

Navigating by Color Series

Navigating by Color Series

September 6, 2025 - December 31, 2025    
All Day
Navigating by Color series debuts featuring Catherine Meier art at two stops The recent works by Finland MN resident can be seen and enjoyed at [...]
Orionids Meteor Shower

Orionids Meteor Shower

October 20, 2025 - October 21, 2025    
11:45 pm - 5:00 am
Like the Eta Aquarids, the Orionids meteor shower is a by-product of Halley's Comet. The Orionids are active from October 2 -November 10, with peak [...]
Harbor Rail Pub events

Harbor Rail Pub events

October 21, 2025    
7:00 pm
Tuesdays 7pm Vinyl night Thursdays 7pm Karaoke
Best Stargazing October

Best Stargazing October

October 21, 2025    
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Best Stargazing October - New moon nights – night when the moon is absent from the sky – make for great stargazing. Here’s a great [...]
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upcoming events
Navigating by Color Series
6 Sep 25
Silver Bay
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior
12 Sep 25
Grand Marais
Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern
12 Sep 25
Grand Marais
Live Music at the Birch Terrace
12 Sep 25
Grand Marais
sparkling wintry lake superior and ice sheets stacked on north shore

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