Grand Marais MN

12/12/2025

✨Dark Sky Festival 2025: Presentations, crafts, awards, telescope viewing, & more!

Check out our full schedule online. Tonight we hear from NASA, Bob King, Kyle Johnson (KJ's Cosmos). You don't want to miss this star powered fun & free event!

Amber & Kiarre share their unique journeys as scientists supporting Artemis mission planning, science operations, and astronaut training. They'll show you how space exploration can be pursued in exciting ways off the beaten path. 

11/28/2025

🦌🎅Celebrate 'Oh Ole Night' in Grand Marais🎁❄️

TONIGHT, November 28th. 🌟Parade begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the Tree Lighting 🎄& Fireworks over the Harbor!

Enjoy Free Cookies from Crosby Bakery provided by Visit Cook County (on the corner near Joynes Ben Franklin).

It's a festive Scandinavian time of year! Head to downtown Grand Marais for the annual community holiday parade, treelighting, storefront decorating contest and fireworks. We are continuing our theme of “Oh Ole Night,” celebrating our Scandinavian heritage. NEW Winter Window Wonderland Award: Do...

11/10/2025

🎟️Get your tickets now to the🔍 Murder Mystery Dinner Show 🕵️‍♂️happening THIS FRIDAY at Up Yonder in Grand Marais, MN!

Watch the show unfold and try to solve the mystery. This karaoke themed dinner event is one you won't want to miss. Tickets come with a "bar food buffet", dessert, and one free beverage of choice! Hurry, tickets are limited! Who are you bringing with you?

Time: Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for refreshments (cash bar onsite). The show begins at 6:00 p.m. *No assigned seating - seating is first come, first serve. 

10/30/2025

Businesses in Grand Marais are offering discounts and gift cards to help residents facing the end of federal food assistance programs on Nov. 1. https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2025/10/27/grand-marais-businesses-step-feed-community-federal-funds-run-dry/

10/29/2025

🔍MURDER MYSTERY ON THE NORTH SHORE is back on November 14th & 15th, 2025!

Join us for two nights of suspense, comedy, and crime-solving in Cook County, MN!

🔪 Friday, Nov. 14th: "Showdown at the Kar-a-OK-e Corral" A talented singing competition takes a deadly turn at Up Yonder on 61! Cheer on your favorite performer and help find the culprit. Includes a "bar food buffet" & drink ticket.

💼 Saturday, Nov. 15th: "The Private Eye 'Team'" Head to Caribou Highlands Lodge for a hilarious comedy dinner show where you'll help a detective crack a family murder case. Includes a delightful dinner buffet and dessert!

Get your tickets 🎟️on sale NOW!

Time: Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for refreshments (cash bar onsite). The show begins at 6:00 p.m. *No assigned seating - seating is first come, first serve. 

10/17/2025

🫎Moose Madness is here!

Grand Marais State Bank Moose Madness Medallion Hunt for your chance to win $100 Ca$h + $25 MooseBuck$ starts with the first clue being released at 9:00 a.m. TODAY, Friday morning (right here, on Facebook)! Additional clues being released at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. - if it is not found Friday, Saturday morning at 9 a.m. the clues cadence continues!

Don't forget to check out our full schedule online or pick up a copy of the schedule at our Information Center in downtown Grand Marais!

Moose Madness Family Festival Thursday through Saturday, October 16, 17, & 18, 2025 The Moose is Loose in Grand Marais during the annual Moose Madness Family Festival! This annual event is the ultimate family-focused celebration of all things moose. Enjoy the outdoors and learn a few facts about...

10/16/2025

Moose Madness is here! Get a chance to see Murray the Moose 🫎

*Thursday, October 16th: you'll see Murray trotting through town making his way to the Lake Superior Trading Post rock-skipping contest that begins at 3:00 p.m.

*Friday, October 17th: Photos with Murray, free temporary tattoos, and spin the wheel for a prize at the Visit Cook County Information Center 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

*Saturday, October 18th: Photos with Murray, free temporary tattoos, and spin the wheel for a prize at the Visit Cook County Information Center 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

We can't wait to see you!

Moose Madness Family Festival Thursday through Saturday, October 16, 17, & 18, 2025 The Moose is Loose in Grand Marais during the annual Moose Madness Family Festival! This annual event is the ultimate family-focused celebration of all things moose. Enjoy the outdoors and learn a few facts about...

10/15/2025

🫎Saturday, October 18th participate (or watch) the Moose Madness Mountain Bike Race!🚲

There are three distance options for you to choose to race in: 4 mile, 7 mile, and a 13 mile. Check out more at:
https://www.visitcookcounty.com/event/moose-madness-mountain-bike-race/6921/

08/12/2025

08/02/2025

August 22-24, 2025🎣Get ready for the thrill of the Grand Portage Fishing Tournament, hosted by Grand Portage Lodge & Casino.

Compete for Lake Trout and Salmon on Grand Portage in Lake Superior waters, with registration at the Grand Portage Marina.

GRAND PORTAGE FISHING TOURNAMENT August 22nd- 24th Grand Portage Lodge & Casino will host a Fishing Tournament on the beautiful waters of Grand Portage and Lake Superior. The tournament will take place Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24. Participants will fish for Lake Trout and Salmon....

07/30/2025

🐟 Get ready for the 96th Annual Fisherman's Picnic in downtown Grand Marais from July 31 to August 3, 2025!

This beloved family-friendly event offers Crazy Days Sidewalk Sales, live music, contests, fireworks, a parade, and the famous Lion's Club "fishburgers," promising fun for all ages. We'll see you there!

96th Annual Fisherman’s Picnic July 31 - August 3, 2025 This is way more than just shore lunch! It’s the Annual Fisherman's Picnic in downtown Grand Marais, filled with family, friends, and fun! Featuring Crazy Days Sidewalk Sales, a craft show, daily contests and prizes, live music, kids activi...