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Indian River's Winterfest is packed with fun things to do including a poker run, bonfires, music, food, kid's events, and more.
Charlevoix, Michigan celebrates Ground Hog Day with this celebration that includes games, food, music, prizes, awards, and more.
Celebrate the winter at Petoskey's Winter Wonderland Weekend, in partnership with the Winter Sports Park Winter Carnival!
Candlelight Hike at Mt. McSauba
Self-guided hiking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing along a candlelit trail ending with a fire and hot cocoa. Trek begins at the sledding hill parking lot. For more information, call (231) 547-3253. Mt. McSauba- 09223 McSauba Rd., Charlevoix.
Sledding & S’mores
Free sledding and s’mores at Kiwanis Park- 1100 Arbor St., Harbor Springs. For more information, call Rachel Roon at (231) 526-2104.
Mackinac Island Twilight Turtle Trek
A 2-mile, lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland. Begins at the corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road. with a bonfire and hot chocolate. For more information, visit facebook.com.
First Friday Charlevoix
This event includes a cocktail trail, shopping, fun activities to enjoy, and a chance to win Downtown Dollar Gift Cards. For more information, visit downtowncharlevoix.com. Downtown Charlevoix
Candlelight Hike at Mt. McSauba
Self-guided hiking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing along a candlelit trail ending with a fire and hot cocoa. Trek begins at the sledding hill parking lot. For more information, call (231) 547-3253. Mt. McSauba- 09223 McSauba Rd., Charlevoix.
Candlelight Hike at Mt. McSauba
Self-guided hiking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing along a candlelit trail ending with a fire and hot cocoa. Trek begins at the sledding hill parking lot. For more information, call (231) 547-3253. Mt. McSauba- 09223 McSauba Rd., Charlevoix.
Northern Michigan Camping & RV Show
Friday from 12-8pm, Saturday from 10am-6pm, and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Admission is $8 for Adults, $2 for Kids age 6-15, and Kids age 0-5 get in free. The Ellison Place- 150 Dale Dr., Gaylord. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Love You to the Yak ‘n’ Bak Indoor Petting Farm Event
Enjoy petting and feeding well-behaved animals with provided animal-friendly snacks. Create and deliver a love note to your favorite animal in the barn, and also share a sweet Valentine’s photo op with the farm’s cherished pets. Cost is $10/person and advanced reservations are required by visiting eventbrite.com. For more information, call Jim Dixon at (248) 935-4024. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak and Petting Farm- 1735 S. Wilson Rd., Boyne City.
Downtown Petoskey Winter Carnival
Celebrate the winter at Petoskey’s Winter Carnival in downtown Petoskey. This event is held in partnership with the long-running Winter Sports Park Winter Carnival.
Indian River’s Winterfest
This annual, two-day event has fun for all ages. Downtown Indian River.
Charlevoix is a bustling community nestled between Lake Michigan and Round Lake and hosts many festivals and events throughout the year.
March is a big month for the ski resorts Up North. Visit Nub’s Nob, The Highlands at Harbor Springs, and Boyne Mountain for winter fun!
Apple Fest. Held each year on the second weekend of October, Apple Fest turns downtown Charlevoix into a festive and fun place to be.
Little Traverse Conservancy protects land and scenic areas and provides opportunities for all of us to appreciate the environment.
Historic Mill Creek Discover Park has 625 acres along Lake Huron, 3.5 miles of hiking trails, a reconstructed saw mill, mill dam, and more.
Just a short drive from Harbor Springs or Petoskey are more than a dozen Northern Michigan cross country ski trails in Emmet County.
The Mackinac Bridge is the 10th largest suspension bridge (over water) in the world and connects Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsula.
The elegantly restored Cheboygan Opera House is an acoustically superb, Victorian theatre that presents entertainment of many genres.
The many ski resorts in Northern Michigan have winter activities for the entire family including sledding, sleigh rides, tubing, and more.