Ulrike Schorn-Hoffert, Winona, Minn.
THIS WEEK • SEP 3, 2026
Around the Circle
Make the most of summer’s last long weekend with one more Lake Superior adventure. From beaches and boat rides to trails, festivals and fairs, we’ve got eight ways to celebrate Labor Day around the Big Lake. Plus, cast your vote for the Best of the Lake and find more happenings around the region.
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Dave Bishop, Gladstone, Mich.
One Last Hurrah: 8 Ways to Spend Labor Day Around Lake Superior
Summer doesn't end with the flip of a calendar page — and around Lake Superior, there's plenty of warm-weather adventure left to squeeze in before fall takes over.
This Labor Day weekend, take one more plunge, paddle, hike, bike ride or road trip around the Big Lake. From the beaches of Duluth to the trails of Copper Harbor, the islands off Bayfield and the wild shore beyond Thunder Bay, here are some of our favorite places to give summer a proper sendoff.
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MUSIC & EVENTS
Port Wing Fish Boil
Annual traditional and tasty Lake Superior Fish Boil with boiled lake trout.
WHEN: SEP 5
Annual Mackinac Bridge
The annual tradition returns as foot traffic replaces cards during the Annual Bridge Walk.
WHEN: SEP 7
42 Annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest
Duluth Minnesota's regional craft event boasts music, food, crafts, locally grown fresh produce.
WHEN: SEP 19
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