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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!

Live Music at the Birch Terrace

Live Music at the Birch Terrace

July 19, 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

July 19, 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!

July 19, 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 [...]
Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

July 19, 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 [...]
Mike and Babs

Mike and Babs

July 19, 2025    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mike and Babs provide an evening of live music at Cascade Lodge Restaurant & Pub from 6 - 8 pm. They will play: July 19, [...]
Up Yonder Events

Up Yonder Events

July 19, 2025    
6:00 pm
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 [...]
Jake Pernsteiner Live

Jake Pernsteiner Live

July 19, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jake Pernsteiner Live at Voyageur Canoe Outfitters on the Gunflint Trail Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer evening? Join us outside the lodge [...]
The Spitfire Grill

The Spitfire Grill

July 19, 2025    
7:00 pm
The Spitfire Grill is a heartwarming and inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance and family.  The cast for this Grand Marais Playhouse repertory production includes [...]
Thee Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl

Thee Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl

July 19, 2025    
7:00 pm
Thee Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl, a hilarious comedy presented by the Grand Marais Playhouse. The play by Barbara Pease Weber tells the tale of [...]
D'Merritt at the Green Door

D'Merritt at the Green Door

July 19, 2025    
8:00 pm
D'Merritt at the Green Door - Come listen to live music from D'Merritt @ the historic Green Door on Saturday, July 19 starting @ 8:00pm!! [...]
Tettegouche event: Universe in the Park

Tettegouche event: Universe in the Park

July 19, 2025    
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Universe in the Park is a summer outreach program hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks. At our events, [...]
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

July 20, 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

July 20, 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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