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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 Ledge Rock Grille

Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

December 12, 2025    
6:00 pm
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
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 [...]
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Borealis Chorale and Orchestra

Borealis Chorale and Orchestra

December 12, 2025 - December 13, 2025    
7:00 pm
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
The Borealis Chorale and Orchestra will present its annual winter concerts on Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 13 at 7 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran [...]
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Ugly Sweater Party with live music by Soundcheck

Ugly Sweater Party with live music by Soundcheck

December 12, 2025    
8:00 pm
Silver Bay Municipal Liquor Store & Lounge
Ugly Sweater Party with live music by Soundcheck - Playing everything that was popular with your grandparents, to what your kids are singing now- SoundCheck [...]
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Castle Danger Brewery events

Castle Danger Brewery events

December 13, 2025    
All Day
Castle Danger Brewery
Special events Tuesdays, Nov 11 & 25 , Dec 9 & 23 :: Art on Tap w/ eric Klepinger, $20, 5:30-7:30pm Nov 28 :: Pints [...]
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Igloo Fondue

Igloo Fondue

December 13, 2025    
12:00 am
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
Igloo Fondue at Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages - This winter, cozy up inside our lakeside igloos for a dining experience that’s as magical [...]
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Ladies Spiel

Ladies Spiel

December 13, 2025 - December 14, 2025    
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Two Harbors Curling Club
Two Harbors Curling Club is hosting a Ladies Spiel.  16 team pool play with four 6 end games guaranteed. Cash payouts, food and beer specials [...]
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Scandinavian Christmas on the Shore

Scandinavian Christmas on the Shore

December 13, 2025    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
French River Lutheran Church
Scandinavian Christmas on the Shore - Featuring fancy baked goods, Fika Cafe, artisans, and crafters! Head to the French River Lutheran Church for coffee, lunch, [...]
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Fiber Circle

Fiber Circle

December 13, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Dappled Fern Fibers
Fiber Circle Saturdays | 10am-11:30am Want to join but don't know where to start with fiber arts? Come anyway! We offer a selection of beginner [...]
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Santa at the Lighthouse

Santa at the Lighthouse

December 13, 2025 - December 14, 2025    
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Santa at the Lighthouse - It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Santa is excited to return to Split Rock Lighthouse this holiday season! [...]
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Christmas Tea on the Edna G

Christmas Tea on the Edna G

December 13, 2025    
1:00 pm
Edna G Tugboat
Christmas Tea on the Edna G! Join us for Tea and Treats on the historic 126-year-old tugboat, the Edna G docked in Two Harbors.  Get [...]
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Tour the North House Campus

Tour the North House Campus

December 13, 2025    
4:00 pm
North House Folk School
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, [...]
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Ridge Riders Kick-Off Party

Ridge Riders Kick-Off Party

December 13, 2025    
5:30 pm
Up Yonder on 61
Ridge Riders Kick-Off Party - Join the Cook County Ridge Riders snowmobile club as kick off our season. Renew your membership, eat, drink, dance, win! [...]
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Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

Live Music at Ledge Rock Grille

December 13, 2025    
6:00 pm
Ledge Rock Grille at Larsmont Cottages
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 [...]
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Winds of Change Spring Retreat
Winds of Change Spring Retreat
April 24, 2024 - April 28, 2024    
All Day
Larsmont Cottages
Early Bird 10% discount by Jan 15th Embark on this all-inclusive 5-day transformative journey at the picturesque Larsmont Cottages on Lake Superior's shore.  This immersive experience [...]
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Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
April 27, 2024 - May 19, 2024    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery
Join us for our latest exhibit, Species of Special Concern from artist Tanya Piatz. Piatz is a self-taught artist who focuses on raising awareness for [...]
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Finland Spring Market April
Finland Spring Market April
April 28, 2024    
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Clair Nelson Center
Bringing our farm and craft market into spring offering canned and baked goods, a seed swap table, food demo and live music! Join us March [...]
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Sauna Days 2024
Sauna Days 2024
May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024    
All Day
Larsmont Cottages
Larsmont Cottages brings the best of Finland to the North Shore May 3 – 5th. Experience many unique saunas with the world’s best cold plunge, [...]
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River Water Walk at Gooseberry State Park
River Water Walk at Gooseberry State Park
May 3, 2024    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Water walks have gained momentum over the last 20 years as an Anishinaabe led initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of water and [...]
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Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
May 4, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Photography & 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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Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
May 18, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Photography & 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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North Shore Community Night
North Shore Community Night
May 23, 2024    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
This event is free and open to the public and registration is not required, but attendees are encouraged to RSVP. Tickets are not required for [...]
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Author Event: "How the Birds Got Their Songs" with Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik
Author Event: "How the Birds Got Their Songs" with Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik
May 23, 2024    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Join author Travis Zimmerman and illustrator Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik as they present How the Birds Got Their Songs, newly published by MNHS Press, as [...]
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Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center Campus Buildings Open for the Season!
Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center Campus Buildings Open for the Season!
May 25, 2024    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
Opening Day for Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center will be a full day of fun. The Temporary Exhibit will feature “Recognizing the Gifts of the [...]
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Author Event: "Last Entry Point" with Joe Friedrichs
Author Event: "Last Entry Point" with Joe Friedrichs
May 25, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Get ready for summer backcountry adventures with journalist and podcaster Joe Friedrichs and buy a signed copy of his new book, Last Entry Point. Drawn [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
May 25, 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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Events on April 28, 2024
Winds of Change Spring Retreat
Winds of Change Spring Retreat
24 Apr 24
Two Harbors
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Finland Spring Market April
Finland Spring Market April
28 Apr 24
Finland
Events on April 29, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on April 30, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 1, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 2, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 3, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Sauna Days 2024
Sauna Days 2024
3 May 24
Two Harbors
River Water Walk at Gooseberry State Park
River Water Walk at Gooseberry State Park
3 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 4, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Sauna Days 2024
Sauna Days 2024
3 May 24
Two Harbors
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
4 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 5, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Sauna Days 2024
Sauna Days 2024
3 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 6, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 7, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 8, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 9, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 10, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 11, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 12, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 13, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 14, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 15, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 16, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 17, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 18, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
Photography & Art at the Rock Featuring Natalija Walbridge
18 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 19, 2024
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
Species of Special Concern Gallery Exhibition
27 Apr 24
Grand Marais
Events on May 23, 2024
North Shore Community Night
North Shore Community Night
23 May 24
Two Harbors
Author Event: "How the Birds Got Their Songs" with Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik
Author Event: "How the Birds Got Their Songs" with Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik
23 May 24
Two Harbors
Events on May 25, 2024
Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center Campus Buildings Open for the Season!
Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center Campus Buildings Open for the Season!
25 May 24
Grand Marais
Author Event: "Last Entry Point" with Joe Friedrichs
Author Event: "Last Entry Point" with Joe Friedrichs
25 May 24
Two Harbors
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
Grand Marais Harbor History Tour
25 May 24
Grand Marais

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