Things to Do in Grand Rapids, MN: Events Today & This Weekend

Grand Rapids is in Itasca County, part of the Iron Range region of Minnesota, with a population of about 11,271. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of Grand Rapids: 27 upcoming events, 12 attractions, 5 campgrounds and 29 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near Grand Rapids: PK Mayo (Nov 4, Coleraine), Andreas Klein (Nov 5, Grand Rapids) and First Friday Art Walk (Nov 6, Grand Rapids). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include The Gilbert Mansion, Central School, Forest History Center and Judy Garland Museum. Campers have Pokegama Dam Campground and Itasca County Fairgrouds Campground nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Rapids Brewing Company, Forest Lake Restaurant and Sammy's Pizza. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Coleraine (4 mi), Cohasset (6 mi), Hibbing (30 mi) and Chisholm (35 mi).

Every listing links to its own page with details, a map and the official website where we have one. Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.