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!

Classic Car Night

Classic Car Night

August 15, 2025    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Check out Classic Car Night at Burlington Station! Enjoy a stunning car show, fun activities and more at this family-friendly event! Location: Burlington Station, Two [...]
Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

August 15, 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 [...]
Music of Prince - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert

Music of Prince - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert

August 15, 2025    
7:30 pm
A Salute to the Music of PRINCE! with Chase & Ovation is the World’s Premier Prince Tribute Show based out of Prince’s beloved hometown of [...]
Dark Sky Caravan

Dark Sky Caravan

August 15, 2025    
8:00 pm
Dark Sky Caravan: Aug 11th - 16th The Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium is gearing up to hit the road again for the 8th annual Dark [...]
Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

Daily Sailing on Lake Superior

August 16, 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

August 16, 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 [...]
Gitchi-Gami Annual North Shore Bike Ride

Gitchi-Gami Annual North Shore Bike Ride

August 16, 2025    
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gitchi-Gami Annual North Shore Bike Ride - the 25th Annual recreational ride will again offer 55-mile, 34-mile, and 28-mile route options, as well as an 8-mile [...]
Rooftop Yoga at Voyageur Brewing

Rooftop Yoga at Voyageur Brewing

August 16, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Enjoy an all-levels yoga class on the rooftop at Voyageur Brewing Company. The class is free to participants, but donations are encouraged and graciously accepted! [...]
August Arrowhead Artist Exhibition-Nancy Carlson

August Arrowhead Artist Exhibition-Nancy Carlson

August 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
August Arrowhead Artist Exhibition-Nancy Carlson :: Nancy is an accomplished children’s book author and illustrator living in Hovland, MN. Throughout the month of August Nancy [...]
Cook County Market

Cook County Market

August 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Cook County Market, featuring the work of local artists and artisans, is an outdoor market held every Saturday from Memorial Day Weekend through Moose [...]
Great Expectations School Makerspace

Great Expectations School Makerspace

August 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Great Expectations School Makerspace - make cool stuff this summer! Join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday morning for a teacher-led, totally-free, materials provided fus [...]
Great Expectations School Makerspace

Great Expectations School Makerspace

August 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Great Expectations School Makerspace - make cool stuff this summer! Join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday morning for a teacher-led, totally-free, materials provided fus [...]
Two Harbors Farmers Market

Two Harbors Farmers Market

August 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Two Harbors Farmers Market is back for their 14th season, and they can’t wait to welcome you to our new home at Seagren’s Home Hardware [...]
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