Visit Grand Rapids

08/13/2024

3 WEEKS OUT!!! Do you have your tickets yet? https://www.grandrapidsriverfest.com/

08/12/2024

REMINDER Get your registrations in by Friday, bonus if you book an overnight you will get a guided pontoon ride on Pokegama Lake

08/08/2024

Things To Do This Weekend Highlights in the Grand Rapids, MN area…

FRIDAY
• Forest History Center Northern Horse
Tour and Kayak Tours
• Judy Garland Museum VIP Tours
• Deer Rivers Farmers & Artisan Market
• Live Music at Rapids Brewing and Smoke in the Water
• Third Coast Chamber Collective Festival at Keisler Wellness Center
SATURDAY
• Grand Rapids Farmers Market
• BlackBerry Farm Antique Threshing Show and Blackhoof Concert
• Forest History Center Northern Horse Tour and Kayak Tours
• Edge of the Wilderness Naturalist Program - 80th Birthday Party Smoky The Bear
• Judy Garland Museum VIP Tours
• Party In The Park (Deer River)
• Live Music at Rapids Brewing and Unwined Up North
SUNDAY
• BlackBerry Farm Antique Threshing Show
• Tioga Thrillseekers at Tioga Recreation Area
• Board Games and Records at Klockow Brewing

Learn more and details: www.visitgrandrapids.com/events/calendar

08/05/2024

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07/30/2024

Join us in Beautiful downtown Grand Rapids to celebrate our rich logging history, arts & crafts, live music and LOTS of fun!

visitgrandrapids.com/events/calendar

07/27/2024

We have an exciting ticket group event coming up, come join us at the Chanterelle Shindig August 23rd-25th 2024.

You will go out with the Gentleman Forager to learn to ID some local mushrooms, have a happy hour, pizza in the woods, forage for mushrooms, and stay in wonderful accommodations at the Timberlake Lodge Hotel and I M Hotel.

This event is hosted graciously by:
Gentleman Forager
Timberlake Lodge Hotel
I M Hotel by Timberlake

Make sure to get your tickets ASAP!!!

You can get your Tickets and more Info here: www.gentlemanforager.com and here:
https://facebook.com/events/s/chanterelle-shindig-foray/504632825237302/

Come play, work and live in Minnesota's nature. Grand Rapids, Proud to be in Minnesota's Nature!

07/25/2024

Register TODAY!

All Terrain Vehicle Association of Minnesota - ATV Minnesota Ride and Rally
September 20-22, 2024
Banquet: Timberlake Lodge Hotel

We are a PROUD SPONSOR!

For more information: https://visitgrandrapids.com/atv-mn-fall-ride-and-rally/

Video by: TruNorth Productions

07/23/2024

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!

ADULTS: Enter for a chance to WIN $1,600 Fall Family Trip Prize Package

KIDS: Find items in nature to collect wooden nature coins and get entered to WIN $50 monthly prize package

https://thousandgrandlakes.com/win-a-trip-mn-lakes-area/

07/09/2024

These warm days call for something to cold like ice cream, gelato and custard.


https://visitgrandrapids.com/ice-cream-gelato-and-custard-in-grand-rapids-copy/

07/05/2024

First Friday is on! Follow up your 4th of July celebrations with our downtown art walk. Enjoy live music, art exhibits, food trucks, and a fun evening out with the Grand Rapids arts community on July 5 from 4 - 7 pm.

https://grandrapidsarts.org/2024/06/26/first-friday-art-walk-july-5-2024/

07/02/2024

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Since rain is inevitable, this summer blog article highlights things to do on a rainy day.

https://visitgrandrapids.com/rainy-day-in-grand-rapids-mn/

06/27/2024

Perfect weather for paddling.
Read this blog for paddling adventures: https://visitgrandrapids.com/paddle-in-grand-rapids-mn/

06/24/2024

Nominations being taken now through July 8, 2024 for the Best Of Itasca.

Nominate your favorite businesses at www.grandrapidsmn.com.

06/23/2024

Today is the Itasca Pride Festival 10:00am-6:00pm at Old Central School to celebrate Pride Month with the Itasca community!

There will be nonprofit tables, vendors, live music, and entertainment for the whole family.

This event is FREE event to attend.

More details: Join us from 10:00am-6:00pm at Old Central School to celebrate Pride Month with the Itasca community!

There will be nonprofit tables, vendors, live music, and entertainment for the whole family.

This event is free to attend, but donations can be made at secure.actblue.com/donate/itascapride2024

06/22/2024

Are you looking for things to do this weekend?

Check out our Events Calendar:
www.visitgrandrapids.com/events/calendar

06/20/2024

We welcome helmet hair!

Check out our awesome scenic byways that have curvy corners, rolling hills and stunning views.

Learn more and view maps: https://visitgrandrapids.com/motorcycling/

06/18/2024

Today’s Create Memories in the Thousand Grand Lakes of Minnesota Contest featured Business Sponsor is The Judy Garland Museum.

Upcoming later this week is the Judy Garland Festival June 20-21, 2024.

Judy Garland Museum
2727 S Pokegama Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
218-327-9276
Learn more: https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/

PLAY FIR A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO $1,500: www.thousandgrandlakes.com

06/17/2024

PLAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $1,500+!

Kids find items in nature on the Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win:
• $50 Monthly Prize Package
•Wooden Nature Coins

Adults get businesses to sign off on Passport To Fun Card for a chance to win:
•$100 Monthly Prize Package
•Fall Prize Package worth $1,500!

CLICK HERE TO START: https://thousandgrandlakes.com/win-a-trip-mn-lakes-area/

06/10/2024

Grand Rapids, Minnesota is all season vacation destination.

Check out this video that features Spring/Summer Things To Do by Buffalo and Company Buffalo Media Group

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06/08/2024

Here are highlights of this weekends THINGS TO DO:
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SATURDAY, JUNE 8
•Grand Rapids MN Farmers' Market 8am-1pm (Golf Course Rd)
•BIGFORK WILDERNESS DAYS (Bigfork)
•Forest History Center is OPEN
•Itasca County Historical Society and the Escape Room is OPEN
•The Judy Garland Museum and the Children's Discovery Museum of Grand Rapids Minnesota is OPEN
• MacRostie Art Center is OPEN
• LIVE Music at Rapids Brewing Co. Smoke on the Water Co Grand Rapids Eagles

SUNDAY, JUNE 9:
•Board Games and TieDye Klockow Brewing Company
•Bigfork Wilderness Draf Races (Bigfork)

OTHER THINGS TO SO:
• Take a Kid Fishing - FREE this Wknd
• Go hiking in the U.S. Forest Service - Chippewa National Forest
• Mountain Bike at Tioga Recreation Area
• ATV on one of 300+ miles of trails
• Boutique style shops are OPEN
• Fun places to Eat & Drink are OPEN

Learn More: www.visitgrandrapids.com/events/calendar

06/06/2024

WIN 2 TICKETS to Festival Rialto! COMMENT by midnight tonight

06/05/2024

Today’s Business Feature for the Create Memories in the Thousand Grand Lakes Contest is Blueberry Hills Campground & RV Park and Blueberry Hills Golf Course

Escape the hustle and bustle and discover Blueberry Hills RV Park. We offer 28 sites equipped with all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay.

Make a splash in the pool and hot tub opening 2024 offering the perfect retreat for relaxation and family fun.

Reserve your spot now at: www.campspot.com

Swing into action at the neighboring Blueberry Hills Golf Course a 9 hole par 36, offering a family-friendly atmosphere and a relaxing vibe for players of all levels. Blueberry Hills 1.5 miles north of Deer River.

Blueberry Hills Campground and RV Park and Blueberry Hills Golf Course
(218)246-8010
https://golfdeerriver.com/

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You can PLAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN a $100 gift card to Blueberry Hills Golf Course through our Create Memories in the Thousand Grand Lakes Contest. It is a part of a Grand Prize that includes a Fall Family Vacation worth over $1,500!
Prizes for Kids and Adults!
www.thousandgrandlakes.com
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