Paddle Into the Gunflint Trail Canoe Races
What: Gunflint Trail Canoe Races
When: July 15, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Gunflint Lake, Grand Marais
Celebrate nearly 50 years of tradition at the 49th Annual Gunflint Trail Canoe Races at Gunflint Lodge. Watch long-distance races, canoe sprints, and the crowd-favorite gunnel-pumping competition while supporting the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department. The evening also features food, raffles, a silent auction, and live music.
Gunflint Lodge
Discover the Ancient Art of Flint Knapping
What: Flint Knapping Demonstration
When: July 18, 1:15-3:15 p.m.
Where: Jeffers Petroglyphs, 27160 County Road 2, Comfrey
Step back in time at Jeffers Petroglyphs with a live flint knapping demonstration by cultural instructor Xoloti Bembe Ek (Alex Ek). Learn how Indigenous hunters crafted stone projectile points, explore the cultural significance of the practice, and even try your hand at this centuries-old skill.
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival Celebrates 20 Years
What: Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival
When: July 18, 2 p.m.
Where: Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth
Celebrate two decades of music, culture, and community at the 20th Annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival on July 18 in Duluth. Enjoy performances by Teejay, Protoje, Jesse Royal, Libianca, Rik Jam, IRAS, and Sound of Fujun during an afternoon and evening dedicated to love, hope, and unity.
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival
Arbor Lakes Art Fair Returns to Maple Grove
What: Arbor Lakes Art Fair
When: July 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; July 19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove
Celebrate creativity at the 24th Annual Arbor Lakes Art Fair at The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove. Browse original artwork and handmade goods from local artists, enjoy live music throughout the weekend, and let young creators explore the hands-on Kids Art Zone during this free, family-friendly community event.
Arbor Lakes Art Fair
Monster Jam Roars Into St. Paul
What: Monster Jam
When: July 18-19
Where: Grand Casino Arena, St. Paul
Monster Jam returns to the Grand Casino Arena July 18-19 with three adrenaline-packed shows featuring world-famous trucks like Grave Digger, Megalodon, and El Toro Loco. Watch elite drivers compete in racing, freestyle, and two-wheel skills, then meet the trucks and drivers up close during the family-friendly Monster Jam Pit Party before the action begins.
Feld Entertainment
