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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!

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 [...]
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

September 13, 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 [...]
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 [...]
Live Music at the Birch Terrace

Live Music at the Birch Terrace

September 13, 2025    
4:00 pm
Summertime means live outdoor music at the Birch Terrace Supper Club & Lounge overlooking Grand Marais harbor! June Friday :: 27 | Mysterious Ways, 5-8pm [...]
Tour the North House Campus

Tour the North House Campus

September 13, 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, [...]
Live Music at Moguls Grille & Tap Room!

Live Music at Moguls Grille & Tap Room!

September 13, 2025    
5:00 pm
Join us  for free live music in the tent located right outside of Moguls Grille and Tap Room! Thursdays - 7-10pm | Silent Disco Party [...]
Author Talk with Carl Gawboy and Rain Newcomb

Author Talk with Carl Gawboy and Rain Newcomb

September 13, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Author Talk with Carl Gawboy and Rain Newcomb, Fur Trade Nations - moderated by Staci Drouillard A special panel session with nationally recognized artist and [...]
Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

September 13, 2025    
6:00 pm
Come for dinner at Ledge Rock Grille and stay for live music in the fireside room and bar at Larsmont Cottages, Saturdays from 5-8pm early [...]
Ancia Saxophone Quartet

Ancia Saxophone Quartet

September 13, 2025    
7:00 pm
The North Shore Music Association is proud to present the internationally acclaimed Ancia Saxophone Quartet in concert. Praised for their “energy, precision, and huge dynamic [...]
Tettegouche State Park live music

Tettegouche State Park live music

September 13, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tettegouche State Park live music - Anja & Robin are a captivating acoustic duo based on the North Shore of Minnesota. Anja, a sophisticated vocalist [...]
Brett and the Little Big Show at the Green Door

Brett and the Little Big Show at the Green Door

September 13, 2025    
8:00 pm
Brett and the Little Big Show at the Green Door - Brett and the Little Big Show hails from Northern Wisconsin and has been performing [...]
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

September 14, 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 14, 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 [...]
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Navigating by Color Series
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13 Sep 25
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Live Music at the Birch Terrace
13 Sep 25
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Tour the North House Campus
13 Sep 25
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