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

July 17, 2026 - August 24, 2026

11:00 pm - 5:00 am

North Shore

The Perseid smeteor shower is one of the most prolific showers of the year, producing rich, bright streaks. The Perseids are active from mid-July until [...]

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Music in the Park, Grand Marais

August 23, 2026

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Harbor Park Grand Marais

The Grand Marais Music Collaborative (GMMC) and Visit Cook County invite you to enjoy live music in the park, on the waterfront in downtown Grand [...]

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