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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!

 

Historic Cook County Culture Crawl

Historic Cook County Culture Crawl

April 28, 2023    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cook County History Museum
GRAB A FRIEND OR LOVED ONE FOR A COZY EVENING OF FUN AND CULTURE First, stop by either the Cook County History Museum at 8 [...]
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Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

April 28, 2023    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Castle Danger Brewery
Wednesdays: Cribbage Nights 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cribbage fans! This one is for you. Register to play by 5:45pm on Wednesday nights. Game play [...]
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Spoon Carving Workshop

Spoon Carving Workshop

April 29, 2023    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tettegouche State Park Visitor's Center
In the Meeting Room of the Visitor Center Try your hand at this age old craft and make your own spoon. Participants will be given [...]
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Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

April 29, 2023    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Castle Danger Brewery
Wednesdays: Cribbage Nights 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cribbage fans! This one is for you. Register to play by 5:45pm on Wednesday nights. Game play [...]
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Ann Reed | Arrowhead Center for the Arts

Ann Reed | Arrowhead Center for the Arts

April 29, 2023    
7:00 pm
Arrowhead Center for the Arts
For more than forty years, Ann Reed has used her rich, resonant voice and songwriting skills to tell stories of the human experience with humor, [...]
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Law Day 5K

Law Day 5K

April 30, 2023    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Duluth East High School Parking Lot
On April 30, 2023, Legal Aid Service of Northeastern MN (LASNEM) will be hosting our second annual Law Day 5K in Duluth, MN as a [...]
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Live Music & Events at American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors

Live Music & Events at American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors

May 1, 2023    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
American Legion Post 109
Karaoke at the American Legion in Two Harbors on Wednesdays all year, 7-10 pm, hosted by Fish. Come on out and sing a few! Open [...]
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Live Music & Events at American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors

Live Music & Events at American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors

May 3, 2023    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
American Legion Post 109
Karaoke at the American Legion in Two Harbors on Wednesdays all year, 7-10 pm, hosted by Fish. Come on out and sing a few! Open [...]
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Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

May 3, 2023    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Castle Danger Brewery
Wednesdays: Cribbage Nights 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cribbage fans! This one is for you. Register to play by 5:45pm on Wednesday nights. Game play [...]
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Thursday Afternoon Art

Thursday Afternoon Art

May 4, 2023    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Joy & Company
Join us @ Joy & Co. Thursdays 4-6pm for fun demos and projects. More info can be found on our website and on Facebook Cost [...]
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Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

May 5, 2023    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Castle Danger Brewery
Wednesdays: Cribbage Nights 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cribbage fans! This one is for you. Register to play by 5:45pm on Wednesday nights. Game play [...]
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Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

May 5, 2023 - May 6, 2023    
11:00 pm - 5:00 am
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower is active between Apr. 15 and May 27 and peaks on May 5-6. The maximum rate for shooting stars in a clear [...]
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Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

Live Music & Events at Castle Danger Brewery

May 6, 2023    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Castle Danger Brewery
Wednesdays: Cribbage Nights 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cribbage fans! This one is for you. Register to play by 5:45pm on Wednesday nights. Game play [...]
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North Shore Geology Walks
North Shore Geology Walks
August 29, 2021    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center
Sugarloaf Cove is an incredible place to explore geology! Step back in geologic time and learn about the formation of the Sawtooth Mountains and Lake [...]
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John A. Spelman III, Artist & Printmaker
John A. Spelman III, Artist & Printmaker
September 4, 2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Johnson Heritage Post
From Appalachia to Minnesota's North Shore The bold and evocative styles of John A. Spelman III's artwork encourages us to consider the lives and landscapes [...]
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Muffin Man at Drury Lane
Muffin Man at Drury Lane
September 4, 2021    
11:00 am
Drury Lane Books
The Muffin Man will read a collection of books to kids and families every Saturday at 11am outside at the bookstore. Memorial Day to Labor Day (weather [...]
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2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
September 17, 2021 - October 10, 2021    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Johnson Heritage Post
Competition and Festival of Outdoor Painting on the North Shore of Lake Superior See the final exhibition of 66 Plein Air artists! Opening Reception Friday, [...]
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Jackpot / High Climber Grand Opening
Jackpot / High Climber Grand Opening
September 17, 2021    
1:00 pm
Britton Peak Mountain Bike Trail System
The Superior Cycling Association is hosting a long-awaited Grand Opening of the Jackpot/High Climber mountain bike trails connecting the Britton Peak trails to Lutsen Mountains.  [...]
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Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
September 24, 2021 - September 26, 2021    
All Day
10 Host Studios, 3 Host Farms, 40 Local Artists, 1 Weekend. Come for a visit and see amazing art for sale at each location. We [...]
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Beargrease Fur-K & DogtoberFest (5K and Beer Festival!)
Beargrease Fur-K & DogtoberFest (5K and Beer Festival!)
October 2, 2021    
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lake County Fairgrounds
Join us for the official kick-off to Beargrease! Our Fur-K (5k) and DogtoberFest (Beer Festival) will be fun for the whole family! The run will take place on the Erkki Harju Ski Trail. Register for the morning (8 am to noon) or afternoon (1-4 pm). Blacklist Brewing Co. will be kicking off the DogtoberFest Beer Tasting Celebration serving samples of Bloody Beers! Mystery Mobile Catering and Oasis Del Norte Food trucks will be selling on-site to sustain you from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. DogtoberFest Beer Tasting Festival and live music will run from 12:00 – 4:00.
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Events on August 29, 2021
North Shore Geology Walks
North Shore Geology Walks
29 Aug 21
Schroeder
Events on September 4, 2021
John A. Spelman III, Artist & Printmaker
John A. Spelman III, Artist & Printmaker
4 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Muffin Man at Drury Lane
Muffin Man at Drury Lane
4 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 17, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Jackpot / High Climber Grand Opening
Jackpot / High Climber Grand Opening
17 Sep 21
Tofte
Events on September 18, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 19, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 20, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 21, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 22, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 23, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 24, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
24 Sep 21
Events on September 25, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
24 Sep 21
Events on September 26, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
Lake Superior 20/20 Tour
24 Sep 21
Events on September 27, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 28, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 29, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on September 30, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on October 1, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Events on October 2, 2021
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
2021 Plein Air Grand Marais
17 Sep 21
Grand Marais
Beargrease Fur-K & DogtoberFest (5K and Beer Festival!)
Beargrease Fur-K & DogtoberFest (5K and Beer Festival!)
2 Oct 21
Two Harbors

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