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Itasca Area Events & Festivals

There are so many things happening in the greater Grand Rapids area. Below are performances, live music, bingo, trivia, events, and so much more. 

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November 2026
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MAC Open Studio

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.
03 Nov
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
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Open Pottery

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.
03 Nov
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
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Turkey Bingo Night

Turkey Bingo Night

Mark your calendars! Thursday, NOVEMBER 5th!Doors open at 5:00pm. Bingo starts at 6:30pm@ The Deer River High School Commons Join us for some fun, food, prizes and raffles! All Bingo Cards are $10- a card, for the whole night!29-Turkey Bingo Games1- Coverall Game worth $150!
05 Nov
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Deer River High School
101 1st Ave NE, Deer River, MN 56636
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puzzle palooza

3rd Annual Puzzle Palooza

Get ready for the 3rd Annual Puzzle Palooza! Join us on November 5th from 5:00–8:00 PM for an evening of puzzles, friendly competition, food, and fun! Grab a team of four friends and compete for trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! $20 per person at the door Sign up by October 30th Build-your-own sandwich […]
05 Nov
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Lutheran Church Grand Rapids
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Andreas Klein

Andreas Klein is widely admired as a pianist of rare sensitivity and musicality. The Washington Post has praised his “articulate and flowing pianism” while the New York Times called him “a pianist who makes silences sound like music.” About a recent Glenn Gould tribute (with the Minguet String Quartet), the Calgary Herald reported, “(Klein brings) to his […]
05 Nov
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Reif Performing Arts Center, 720 Northwest Conifer Drive, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, United States
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First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk

Come downtown to celebrate the arts and artists during the Art Walk! Events are held 4 – 7 pm with live music continuing later. All events are free unless noted, and all are welcome! Celebrate 60th ANNIVERSARY *DIAMOND* JUBILEE Friday, November 6, 4 – 7 pm Join us during the First Friday Art Walk to […]
06 Nov
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
MacRostie Art Center
405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Judy Garland Guided Tours

Judy Garland Guided Tours Guided Tours are offered on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am: 35-year Judy Garland authority and museum curator, John Kelsch will give a tour of the Judy Garland Gallery and Birthplace home with in-depth information on Judy life and times in Grand Rapids and beyond. Plus, exclusive access to our Judy Garland […]
06 Nov
10:00 am - 11:45 am
The Judy Garland Museum
2727 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Oh Deer

Oh Deer, Old Central School is 131!

**OH DEER! We’re 131!** Old Central School is turning 131, and we’re celebrating with our BIGGEST vendor show yet! Join us for our **Widows’ Weekend Makers Market & Birthday Celebration!** **Friday, November 6 | 4–7 PM**First Friday festivities, shopping, and birthday fun! At 5:30 PM, we’ll cut the cake and sing Happy Birthday to Old […]
06 Nov
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Old Central School
10 NW 5th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Oh Deer

Oh Deer, Old Central School is 131!

**OH DEER! We’re 131!** Old Central School is turning 131, and we’re celebrating with our BIGGEST vendor show yet! Join us for our **Widows’ Weekend Makers Market & Birthday Celebration!** **Friday, November 6 | 4–7 PM**First Friday festivities, shopping, and birthday fun! At 5:30 PM, we’ll cut the cake and sing Happy Birthday to Old […]
06 Nov
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Old Central School
10 NW 5th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Storytelling for Nov 2026

Storytelling for Spirit & Courage: Beginnings

Hosted by Michael Goldberg Featuring: Sue Searing Dana Dafoe Butler Dennis Montgomery Michael Goldberg And YOU – Open Mic Share your story! All ages welcome, free admission! This activity is made possible in part through an Artist Equity grant from Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, thanks to generous support from the McKnight Foundation.
06 Nov
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Klockow Brewing Company
36 SE 10th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Chamber Music Up North

Chamber Music Up North

Tickets are now ON SALE for the upcoming very special edition of Chamber Music Up North! Three concerts in three unique venues across Northern MN featuring music by Nina Shekhar, Shruthi Rajasekar, Asha Srinivasan and more. Join us for this intimate music experience and explore different musical traditions in contemporary classical repertoire for viola,cello, double […]
06 Nov
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cohaus
423 NE 6th Ave Grand Rapids
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