Festivals & Events in Mackinaw City
While it may be the gateway to Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City offers it’s own set of awesome festivals and events.
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Hunting for Easter eggs is a part of spring that children love. Typically on Easter weekend in Northern Michigan communities, the hunt is on for the eggs. Don’t miss one of these Easter egg hunts or other fun, Easter-themed activities!
While it may be the gateway to Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City offers it’s own set of awesome festivals and events.
Referred to as the “Jewel of the Great Lakes”, Mackinac Island has many special festivals and events that go on during their prime season.
Shay Days is a celebration of inventor Ephraim Shay and his contributions to the Harbor Springs community.
With miles of scenic trails terrain and local snowmobile clubs, Northern Michigan is the place to bring the snow sleds in the winter.
Fisherman’s Island State Park has more than 2,600 acres and miles of gorgeous Lake Michigan beach and is located just south of Charlevoix.
The North Country Trail is the longest trail in the U.S. and stretches from North Dakota to New York, passing through Northern Michigan.
Charlevoix has beaches on Lake Michigan and also offers the warmer swimming waters of inland lake beaches on Lake Charlevoix.
Fort Mackinac is open from May-October and includes buildings restored their original look after the fort’s occupation by the British
Why do people enjoy being up north so much? Find out what makes being up north feel special with our list of Northern Michigan specialties.