Grand Marais is bustling with activities this weekend and in the coming weeks. Here’s a roundup of events you won’t want to miss:
Cook County Pride 2026
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location: Downtown Grand Marais
Celebrate diversity and inclusion at Cook County Pride. The day’s festivities include:
- 9 am: Free yoga session at Harbor Park
- 10 am – 1 pm: Crafts and sign-making at The Hub
- 10 am: Drag Story Hour at The Hub
- 11 am: ‘Write Your Coming Out Story’ workshop at The Hub
- 12 pm: OutFront MN Presentation at The Hub
- 3:30 – 5 pm: Community singing and dancing at Harbor Park
- 5 pm: Pride Rally and March at Harbor Park
- 6 – 8 pm: Free dinner and live music at Harbor Park
- 9 pm: DJ Dance Party at Up Yonder
Cook County Market
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: The Hub (Senior Center) Parking Lot, 10 Broadway Ave.
Explore locally made arts, crafts, and enjoy live music at this outdoor market. Offerings include pottery, jewelry, woodworking, glass art, natural balms, soaps, and more.
Art Exhibitions at Grand Marais Art Colony
Summer Exhibition: PLAY
Dates: May 22 – August 29, 2026
Location: Studio 21, 21 W Highway 61
Engage with artworks that emphasize the importance of play in our lives.
A Gang Of Green
Dates: May 22 – June 27, 2026
Location: Cube Studio, 21 W Highway 61
Discover ceramic pieces from artists in the long-term cohort residency program.
Writing Poetry About the Natural World Workshop
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 1 pm – 3 pm
Location: Founders Hall Studio, 120 W 3rd Avenue
Join a workshop focusing on writing ecopoetry inspired by the Lake Superior shoreline.
Summer Solstice and Wooden Boat Festival
Dates: June 19 – 21, 2026
Location: North House Folk School, 500 W. Hwy 61
Celebrate the longest days of the year with craft demonstrations, boat tours, and community gatherings.
Grand Marais Arts Festival
Dates: July 11 – 12, 2026
Location: Downtown Grand Marais
Experience a juried fine arts festival featuring over 60 artists showcasing their work along the shore of Lake Superior.
For more details on these events, visit the respective organizers’ websites or contact local venues. Enjoy the vibrant community offerings in Grand Marais!