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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!

North Shore Winery events

North Shore Winery events

September 15, 2024    
3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
North Shore Winery
Sundays Weekend Wine Down 3:30 - 5:30pm musicians and bands on our outdoor stage and natural amphitheater Tuesdays Local Day 5-7pm local discounts and local [...]
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Drury Lane Book Club, September

Drury Lane Book Club, September

September 15, 2024    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Drury Lane Books
Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard Our book club is free and open to the public! People can pick or choose what books to participate [...]
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Ballet Magnificat! Prodigal's Journey

Ballet Magnificat! Prodigal's Journey

September 16, 2024    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Two Harbors High School
Life in a small town is shaken up when a husband suddenly forsakes his loving wife and daughter and leaves with the desire to be [...]
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World Press Institute Journalist Forum: Elections

World Press Institute Journalist Forum: Elections

September 16, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Arrowhead Center for the Arts
Join us for a compelling discussion featuring the 2024 World Press Institute visiting journalists as they share their experiences covering elections in various political environments. [...]
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September Full Moon

September Full Moon

September 17, 2024    
All Day
North Shore
Full moons have many names derived from various cultures reflecting what was happening in the natural world. The Fall Harvest Moon is the fullMoon closest [...]
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North Shore Winery events

North Shore Winery events

September 17, 2024    
3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
North Shore Winery
Sundays Weekend Wine Down 3:30 - 5:30pm musicians and bands on our outdoor stage and natural amphitheater Tuesdays Local Day 5-7pm local discounts and local [...]
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Full Moon Reading with The League of MN Poets

Full Moon Reading with The League of MN Poets

September 17, 2024    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Drury Lane Books
Join us for a special edition of our Full Moon Readings lead by the League of Minnesota Poets! Our regular open mic portion to follow. [...]
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WPI International Journalist Community Potluck

WPI International Journalist Community Potluck

September 17, 2024    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Join us for an evening of cross-cultural exchange and camaraderie at the World Press Institute (WPI) International Journalist Potluck! This special event brings together journalists [...]
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Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

September 18, 2024    
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Gun Flint Tavern
Sundays 3-6pm Medicine River Wednesdays 6-9pm Joe Paulik on the Rooftop Thursdays 6-9pm Bump Blomberg on the Rooftop Fridays 7 or 8pm, live music Saturdays [...]
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North House Folk School Unplugged 2024

North House Folk School Unplugged 2024

September 19, 2024 - September 21, 2024    
All Day
North House Folk School
Unplugged 2024 will continue the tradition of incredible music, world class craft, and the best in regional food and beverages—all right on the harbor in Grand Marais. It's [...]
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Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

Live Music at Gun Flint Tavern

September 19, 2024    
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Gun Flint Tavern
Sundays 3-6pm Medicine River Wednesdays 6-9pm Joe Paulik on the Rooftop Thursdays 6-9pm Bump Blomberg on the Rooftop Fridays 7 or 8pm, live music Saturdays [...]
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North Shore Winery events

North Shore Winery events

September 19, 2024    
3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
North Shore Winery
Sundays Weekend Wine Down 3:30 - 5:30pm musicians and bands on our outdoor stage and natural amphitheater Tuesdays Local Day 5-7pm local discounts and local [...]
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Grand Marais Farmer's Market

Grand Marais Farmer's Market

September 19, 2024    
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Cook County Community Center
Where the food producers of Cook County MN and their fans gather to share the bounty of the season!
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Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
May 26, 2023 - August 26, 2023    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Studio 21
Exhibiting Artists Mary Bergs Alexa Horochowski Ben Moren Galilee Peaches OPEN – Wednesdays – Saturdays, June-August 10 AM – 3 PM Member Preview May 26 [...]
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Reconsidering Fire in the BWCAW
Reconsidering Fire in the BWCAW
June 25, 2023    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
The BWCAW is a place known and loved by many. The connection that many people feel to the waters and forests of this Border Lakes [...]
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Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
July 4, 2023    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
Don't miss out on the FUN!! Mark your calendars – Kids’ Day is returning. One of the most popular days at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature [...]
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Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
July 4, 2023    
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Grand Portage National Monument
Join the staff at Grand Portage National Monument to learn about traditional canoe building, cooking, fur trade era trades, and Anishinaabe crafts and games. Free [...]
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Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
July 5, 2023    
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Grand Portage National Monument
Join the staff at Grand Portage National Monument to learn about traditional canoe building, cooking, fur trade era trades, and Anishinaabe crafts and games. Free [...]
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Letteracy Deck
Letteracy Deck
July 5, 2023    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Lake Superior Trading Post
Enjoy a free, fun, family activity of writing or drawing a post card or letter at the new Letteracy Deck on Lake Superior in downtown [...]
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Bird Banding
Bird Banding
July 6, 2023    
7:00 am - 11:00 am
Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center
Have you ever had the opportunity to see a wild bird up close? Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center is participating in bird research by banding birds. [...]
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Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
July 7, 2023 - July 8, 2023    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bally Blacksmith Shop was built in 1911 and has housed three generations totaling 98 years of Bally blacksmiths. Three generations of the Bally family worked as blacksmiths. Sam Bally, whose skills were crucial to the lumber industry, arrived in 1903 to work for a sawmill. In 1911 he started his own business and built the long-standing Bally Blacksmith Shop that we see today.
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Glass Spinner Class
Glass Spinner Class
July 14, 2023    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Joy & Company
Jeri Person is a local glass artist who invites you to make a small glass project with her, as she explains the process and let's [...]
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Charlie Parr - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert
Charlie Parr - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert
July 14, 2023    
7:30 pm
City Center Park
Join us in City Center Park for a FREE concert - an evening of the amazing Charlie Parr on the outdoor stage. An easily confused [...]
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"The Spirit of the North Wind" Anthony Anselmo author event
"The Spirit of the North Wind" Anthony Anselmo author event
July 15, 2023    
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Meet author Anthony Anselmo and learn about his book, The Spirit of the North Wind. In the book, 13-year-old Sody Fairbanks awakens a terrifying Ojibwe [...]
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Grand Marais Harbor History tour
Grand Marais Harbor History tour
July 15, 2023    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
This free tour begins at the History Museum in Grand Marais, Saturdays at 1 pm. Participants walk a short distance along the harbor to the [...]
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Stan Tekiela Author Event
Stan Tekiela Author Event
July 22, 2023    
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Meet naturalist, wildlife photographer, and writer Stan Tekiela and for a book signing and to learn about his work. Tekiela is the author of more [...]
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Stand-Up Comedy at the Log Cabin
Stand-Up Comedy at the Log Cabin
July 22, 2023    
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cook Co Community Center, Log Building
We're excited to bring stand-up comedy to Grand Marais! YOUR PERFORMERS Danielle Thralow is the regular host of the Dubh-Linn's Pro Comedy Tour. She has [...]
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Cars & Cocktails
Cars & Cocktails
July 23, 2023    
1:00 pm
Up Yonder on 61
Stop by the inaugural "Cars & Cocktails" Car Show at Up Yonder, Sunday, July 23, starting at 1 pm.
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Stars of the North Music Festival
Stars of the North Music Festival
July 28, 2023 - July 29, 2023    
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Harbor Park Grand Marais
The Grand Marais Music Collaborative will once again be hosting the Stars of the North Music festival in Harbor Park this summer. This annual fundraising [...]
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Keeper's View Anniversary Event
Keeper's View Anniversary Event
July 28, 2023    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Celebrate Split Rock’s 113th birthday with food, fascinating stories, and a breathtaking lighthouse beacon lighting. Hear first-hand accounts on the difficulties of building the light [...]
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Photography and Art at the Rock: Featuring Amber Nichols
Photography and Art at the Rock: Featuring Amber Nichols
August 1, 2023    
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Split Rock Lighthouse
Photography & Art at the Rock is a a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases local artists, [...]
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Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
August 1, 2023    
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center
Don't miss out on the FUN!! Mark your calendars – Kids’ Day is returning. One of the most popular days at Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature [...]
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Two Harbors City Band Summer 2023 Concerts
Two Harbors City Band Summer 2023 Concerts
August 3, 2023    
7:30 pm
Thomas Owens Park
A Two Harbors summer tradition! Live music by the Two Harbors City Band. Bring a blanket or chair, arrive early and enjoy an evening of [...]
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Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
August 4, 2023 - August 5, 2023    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bally Blacksmith Shop was built in 1911 and has housed three generations totaling 98 years of Bally blacksmiths. Three generations of the Bally family worked as blacksmiths. Sam Bally, whose skills were crucial to the lumber industry, arrived in 1903 to work for a sawmill. In 1911 he started his own business and built the long-standing Bally Blacksmith Shop that we see today.
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Comedy Weekend
Comedy Weekend
August 4, 2023 - August 5, 2023    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Grand Portage Lodge & Casino
Laff Inn Comedy Club presents Comedy Weekend at the Grand Portage Lodge & Casino Headlining: Mark Poolos Featuring: John Russel Admission is free, and you [...]
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Events on June 25, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Reconsidering Fire in the BWCAW
Reconsidering Fire in the BWCAW
25 Jun 23
Grand Marais
Events on June 26, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on June 27, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on June 28, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on June 29, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on June 30, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 1, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 2, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 3, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 4, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
4 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
4 Jul 23
Grand Portage
Events on July 5, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
Daily Interpretive Programs at Grand Portage National Monument
5 Jul 23
Grand Portage
Letteracy Deck
Letteracy Deck
5 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 6, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Bird Banding
Bird Banding
6 Jul 23
Schroeder
Events on July 7, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
7 Jul 23
Events on July 8, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
7 Jul 23
Events on July 9, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 10, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 11, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 12, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 13, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 14, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Glass Spinner Class
Glass Spinner Class
14 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Charlie Parr - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert
Charlie Parr - Silver Bay Music In The Park Concert
14 Jul 23
Silver Bay
Events on July 15, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
"The Spirit of the North Wind" Anthony Anselmo author event
"The Spirit of the North Wind" Anthony Anselmo author event
15 Jul 23
Two Harbors
Grand Marais Harbor History tour
Grand Marais Harbor History tour
15 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 16, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 17, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 18, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 19, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 20, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 21, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 22, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Stan Tekiela Author Event
Stan Tekiela Author Event
22 Jul 23
Two Harbors
Stand-Up Comedy at the Log Cabin
Stand-Up Comedy at the Log Cabin
22 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 23, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Cars & Cocktails
Cars & Cocktails
23 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 24, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 25, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 26, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 27, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 28, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Stars of the North Music Festival
Stars of the North Music Festival
28 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Keeper's View Anniversary Event
Keeper's View Anniversary Event
28 Jul 23
Two Harbors
Events on July 29, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Stars of the North Music Festival
Stars of the North Music Festival
28 Jul 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 30, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on July 31, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on August 1, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Photography and Art at the Rock: Featuring Amber Nichols
Photography and Art at the Rock: Featuring Amber Nichols
1 Aug 23
Two Harbors
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
Kids' Day at Chik-Wauk
1 Aug 23
Grand Marais
Events on August 2, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Events on August 3, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Two Harbors City Band Summer 2023 Concerts
Two Harbors City Band Summer 2023 Concerts
3 Aug 23
Two Harbors
Events on August 4, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
4 Aug 23
Comedy Weekend
Comedy Weekend
4 Aug 23
Grand Portage
Events on August 5, 2023
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
Summer Exhibition | Air – Openness
26 May 23
Grand Marais
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
Bill Bally Blacksmith Shop open & demo
4 Aug 23
Comedy Weekend
Comedy Weekend
4 Aug 23
Grand Portage

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