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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.
Celebrate the winter at Petoskey's Winter Wonderland Weekend, in partnership with the Winter Sports Park Winter Carnival!
Charlevoix, Michigan celebrates Ground Hog Day with this celebration that includes games, food, music, prizes, awards, and more.
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.
Harbor Springs Ice Fest
The two day event includes live ice carvings, dueling chainsaws, scavenger hunt, s’mores & hot dogs, and more. For more info, visit facebook.com. Downtown Harbor Springs.
Frostbite Trail Tasting Event
This event takes participants on a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure through Antrim and Charlevoix Counties. Local businesses offer small bites paired with a 2oz wine pour, a cider or beer tasting, or a sample cocktail. The event takes place monthly and is a pay-as-you-go event with no tickets required. Each month has a different theme. 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
Winter Carnival
This free event includes taco bar, games, bounce house, crafts, and more. Lighthouse Missionary Church- 7824 Rogers Rd., East Jordan.
Indian River’s Winterfest
This annual, two-day event has fun for all ages. Downtown Indian River.
Indoor Sidewalk Sales
Participating businesses offer deals and discounts in Charlevoix.
Sledding & S’mores
Free sledding and s’mores at Kiwanis Park- 11 N. Arbor St. (off East Lake St.), Harbor Springs. For more information, call Rachel Roon at (231) 526-2104.
Downtown Petoskey Winter Wonderland Weekend
This event featurse ice sculptures, ice carving demonstrations, downtown shopping, dining delights, and more. Downtown Petoskey.
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.
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.
Calendar of Events for Northern Michigan- Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and more!
There are many Easter Egg Hunts and activities to be enjoyed by families throughout Northern Michigan each spring.
With Lake Michigan on one side and Lake Huron on the other side, Mackinaw City is a true Great Lake’s spot with lots of things to do!
Summer’s not summer without a day at the beach and Northern Michigan offers some of the best beaches anywhere.
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.
This 28-mile scenic highway running between Atwood and Boyne Falls known as the Breezeway draws visitors because it is gorgeous.
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
The many ski resorts in Northern Michigan have winter activities for the entire family including sledding, sleigh rides, tubing, and more.