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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!

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

July 15, 2025    
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
North House Folk School
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior - Take a trip on the Hjørdis! The flagship of the Grand Marais Harbor, Hjørdis shares the name of the [...]
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Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

July 15, 2025    
12:00 am
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
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 [...]
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Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

July 15, 2025    
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Gun Flint Tavern
Sundays 3 pm Joe Paulik or Medicine River Mondays 7pm Pete Kavanuagh Tuesdays 5pm Briand Morrison Wednesdays 5pm Joe Paulik Thursdays 5pm Bump Blomberg ** [...]
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North Shore Winery events

North Shore Winery events

July 15, 2025    
3:30 pm
North Shore Winery
What's happening at the North Shore Winery Sundays  Weekend Wine Down 3:30-5:30pm local music outside Tuesdays Local Day 5-7pm local discounts and local music Thursdays Date [...]
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They Had a Big Feast

They Had a Big Feast

July 15, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Chippewa City Church
They Had a Big Feast: Chippewa City and Ojibwe Food Knowledge at the Turn of the 20th Century - everyone is welcome to attend this [...]
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Up Yonder Events

Up Yonder Events

July 15, 2025    
6:00 pm
Up Yonder on 61
Inga EtheosTuesdays  Open Stage 6pm Thursdays 2nd Thursday WTIP Trivia, 6pm 3rd Thursday North Shore Swing Band, 6pm Live Music July 3  Josh Schmidt as [...]
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Harbor Rail Pub events

Harbor Rail Pub events

July 15, 2025    
7:00 pm
Harbor Rail Pub
Tuesdays 7pm Vinyl night Thursdays 7pm Karaoke
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Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

July 16, 2025    
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
North House Folk School
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior - Take a trip on the Hjørdis! The flagship of the Grand Marais Harbor, Hjørdis shares the name of the [...]
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Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

July 16, 2025    
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Gun Flint Tavern
Sundays 3 pm Joe Paulik or Medicine River Mondays 7pm Pete Kavanuagh Tuesdays 5pm Briand Morrison Wednesdays 5pm Joe Paulik Thursdays 5pm Bump Blomberg ** [...]
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Gunflint Trail Canoe Races

Gunflint Trail Canoe Races

July 16, 2025    
4:30 pm
Gunflint Lodge
This community gathering and fundraiser supports the efforts of the Gunflint Trail Fire Department (GTFD) while bringing together residents and visitors to the Trail for an evening of Northwoods-style fun. 16 canoe races, a Trail Cup, Food Tent, T-Shirts, Raffles and for the first time - an after-races dance. Click title for all the details
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Live Music at Bluefin Grille

Live Music at Bluefin Grille

July 16, 2025    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bluefin Grille
Enjoy live music at the Bluefin Grille on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8-10pm throughout the summer. July 2 - Pete Kavanaugh July 4 - Emma [...]
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Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

July 17, 2025    
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
North House Folk School
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior - Take a trip on the Hjørdis! The flagship of the Grand Marais Harbor, Hjørdis shares the name of the [...]
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Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

Events at Chik-Wauk Museum

July 17, 2025    
12:00 am
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
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 [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
May 27, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
May 28, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
May 29, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
May 30, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
May 31, 2024    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Weekly Specials Thursdays : 4-9 pm : Pizza and Pints Bring or order in a large local pizza and get four $1-off beers at the [...]
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Tettegouche event - Rock Talk on the Beach
Tettegouche event - Rock Talk on the Beach
June 1, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tettegouche State Park
The creation of the North Shore is story of fire, ice, and water and the rocks tell the tale. Stop down at the beach, check [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
June 1, 2024    
1:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
The free Grand Marais History Tour begins at the History Museum. The tour guide will lead the way to the Coast Guard Station. Visible relics [...]
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Tettegouche event - Primitive Fire Starting
Tettegouche event - Primitive Fire Starting
June 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tettegouche State Park
Without matches, lighters, or other modern tools, most of us would be in big trouble if we needed a fire. Learn traditional and historic fire [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
June 4, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
You might have a bear in your yard, but no fear! Come to the nature cart to learn how to coexist with these hungry critters. [...]
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Meat Raffle
Meat Raffle
June 6, 2024    
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Four Seasons Restaurant & Bar
Join North Shore Area Partners (NSAP) for a Meat Raffle @ Four Seasons Restaurant & Bar in Finland! We will start at 6 pm and [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance
Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance
June 7, 2024    
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Bears, skunks, raccoons, coyotes, wolves, crows, and ravens! These animals often have a reputation that is undeserved. Come talk to a Naturalist at the nature [...]
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Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
June 7, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Two Harbors
THE JUBILATION CHOIR PRESENTS A free, family-friendly, upbeat one-hour show and great for all ages. Jubilation is a church youth choir consisting of 40 seventh [...]
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Artist Reception - Laura Ahola-Young
Artist Reception - Laura Ahola-Young
June 7, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tettegouche State Park Visitor's Center
Tettegouche hosts year-round art shows in the Visitor Center. We hold a reception for these artists on the first Friday of the month. This month's [...]
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Falcons Live at Tettegouche State Park
Falcons Live at Tettegouche State Park
June 8, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tettegouche State Park Visitor's Center
Don't miss out on a chance to see live falcons, up close. The peregrine falcon has long fascinated people across the globe, known for its [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
June 8, 2024    
1:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
The free Grand Marais History Tour begins at the History Museum. The tour guide will lead the way to the Coast Guard Station. Visible relics [...]
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Falcons Live at Gooseberry Falls State Park
Falcons Live at Gooseberry Falls State Park
June 8, 2024    
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Don't miss out on a chance to see live falcons, up close. The peregrine falcon has long fascinated people across the globe, known for its [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
June 14, 2024    
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
10:30You might have a bear in your yard, but no fear! Come to the nature cart to learn how to coexist with these hungry critters. [...]
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Shenandoah "Revival Tour"
Shenandoah "Revival Tour"
June 14, 2024    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Lake County Fairgrounds
When country music lovers talk about the most significant groups in the genre, Shenandoah is always at the forefront. Fueled by Marty Raybon’s distinctive vocals [...]
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Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Travis Novitsky
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Travis Novitsky
June 15, 2024    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse Historic Site
Photography and Art at the Rock is a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases landscape and wildlife [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
June 15, 2024    
1:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
The free Grand Marais History Tour begins at the History Museum. The tour guide will lead the way to the Coast Guard Station. Visible relics [...]
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John Cron
John Cron
June 15, 2024    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
Larsmont Cottages presents dinner at Ledge Rock Grille and music with John Cron in the fireside room and bar. Come enjoy great food and live [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event - Celebrate Lake Superior Day
Gooseberry Falls event - Celebrate Lake Superior Day
June 20, 2024    
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Join us at Gooseberry Falls State Park for a fun-filled Lake Superior Day event. Enjoy interactive activities and games for all ages, a documentary showing [...]
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Found Horizons: Imagined Topographies Opening Reception
Found Horizons: Imagined Topographies Opening Reception
June 21, 2024    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery
Join us for the Opening Reception of our latest exhibit, Found Horizons: Imagined Topographies from Duluth artist Karen Nease. Nease’s artwork highlights her devotion to [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
June 22, 2024    
1:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
The free Grand Marais History Tour begins at the History Museum. The tour guide will lead the way to the Coast Guard Station. Visible relics [...]
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Briand Morrison
Briand Morrison
June 22, 2024    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
Larsmont Cottages presents dinner at Ledge Rock Grille and music with Briand Morrison in the fireside room and bar. Come enjoy great food and live [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
June 29, 2024    
1:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
The free Grand Marais History Tour begins at the History Museum. The tour guide will lead the way to the Coast Guard Station. Visible relics [...]
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Greg Tiburzi
Greg Tiburzi
June 29, 2024    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
Larsmont Cottages presents dinner at Ledge Rock Grille and music with Greg Tiburzi in the fireside room and bar. Come enjoy great food and live [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
July 3, 2024 - July 4, 2024    
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Discover the art of building fires and explore fire building structures and techniques. You will learn about how to ignite, maintain, and extinguish your campfires [...]
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Gooseberry Falls event: Get the Lead Out!
Gooseberry Falls event: Get the Lead Out!
July 5, 2024 - July 6, 2024    
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Did you know lead fishing tackle is harmful to loons? Stop by and learn more about how lead tackle affects the Minnesota state bird and [...]
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Rock the Lake: Grand Portage Music Festival
Rock the Lake: Grand Portage Music Festival
July 5, 2024 - July 6, 2024    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Grand Portage Lodge & Casino
FREE Music Festival by the Lake! Bring Your Own Chair Featuring Southern Express (Lynyrd Skynyrd) Xpedition (Journey) Free Fallin (Tom Petty) Strutter (Kiss)
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Events on May 27, 2024
Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
27 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 28, 2024
Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
28 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 29, 2024
Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
29 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 30, 2024
Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
30 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 31, 2024
Castle Danger Brewery events
Castle Danger Brewery events
31 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 1, 2024
Tettegouche event - Rock Talk on the Beach
Tettegouche event - Rock Talk on the Beach
1 Jun 24
Silver Bay
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
1 Jun 24
Grand Marais
Events on June 2, 2024
Tettegouche event - Primitive Fire Starting
Tettegouche event - Primitive Fire Starting
2 Jun 24
Silver Bay
Events on June 4, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
4 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 6, 2024
Meat Raffle
Meat Raffle
6 Jun 24
Finland
Events on June 7, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance
Gooseberry Falls event - A Welcome Nuisance
7 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
7 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Artist Reception - Laura Ahola-Young
Artist Reception - Laura Ahola-Young
7 Jun 24
Silver Bay
Events on June 8, 2024
Falcons Live at Tettegouche State Park
Falcons Live at Tettegouche State Park
8 Jun 24
Silver Bay
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
8 Jun 24
Grand Marais
Falcons Live at Gooseberry Falls State Park
Falcons Live at Gooseberry Falls State Park
8 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 14, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
Gooseberry Falls event - Bears in the Yard
14 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Shenandoah "Revival Tour"
Shenandoah "Revival Tour"
14 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 15, 2024
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Travis Novitsky
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Travis Novitsky
15 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
15 Jun 24
Grand Marais
John Cron
John Cron
15 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 20, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event - Celebrate Lake Superior Day
Gooseberry Falls event - Celebrate Lake Superior Day
20 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 21, 2024
Found Horizons: Imagined Topographies Opening Reception
Found Horizons: Imagined Topographies Opening Reception
21 Jun 24
Grand Marais
Events on June 22, 2024
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
22 Jun 24
Grand Marais
Briand Morrison
Briand Morrison
22 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on June 29, 2024
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
29 Jun 24
Grand Marais
Greg Tiburzi
Greg Tiburzi
29 Jun 24
Two Harbors
Events on July 3, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
3 Jul 24
Two Harbors
Events on July 4, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
Gooseberry Falls event: Campfires
3 Jul 24
Two Harbors
Events on July 5, 2024
Gooseberry Falls event: Get the Lead Out!
Gooseberry Falls event: Get the Lead Out!
5 Jul 24
Two Harbors
Rock the Lake: Grand Portage Music Festival
Rock the Lake: Grand Portage Music Festival
5 Jul 24
Grand Portage

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upcoming events
Art Exhibit: Recent and Past Works from Brock Larson that Capture Northern Life
Art Exhibit: Recent and Past Works from Brock Larson that Capture Northern Life
21 Jun 25
Grand Marais
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior
10 Jul 25
Grand Marais
July Full Moon
July Full Moon
10 Jul 25
Silver Bay
Lutsong Music Festival
Lutsong Music Festival
10 Jul 25
Lutsen
Two Harbors Heritage Days
Two Harbors Heritage Days
10 Jul 25
Two Harbors
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