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Indian River celebrates summer in Northern Michigan with Old Fashioned Days, an event with five days of family fun.
You can find performances almost any night of the week in Northern Michigan with music by area musicians as well as professionals.
East Jordan's Freedom Festival has food, music, fun, entertainment, carnival, dancing, and more. Fun for the whole family!
Hundreds of antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles take part in the internationally acclaimed St. Ignace Car Show Weekend.
A unique event featuring a variety of one-of-a-kind exhibitors offering everything from yachts to boating goods for sale.
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is filled with events and the celebration of the Island's many varieties of lilacs.
Northern Michigan grows the best. Our Farmers Markets are open from late spring to fall, from cherries, to potatoes, to sweet corn, and more.
The King’s Birthday Celebration
Join the interpretive staff at Michilimackinac as they celebrate the birthday of King George III with artillery fire, drinks and treats, and other special programs. Colonial Michilimackinac- 800 N. Huron St., Mackinac Island.
Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally
This annual event includes a poker run, live entertainment, blessing of the bikes, and more. For more information, visit mackinawcity.net. Mackinaw Crossings- 248 S. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Music in the Park
Live music featuring Yankee Station at the Memorial Park Bandshell- 101 Spring St., East Jordan.
Bronco the Mac
Owners of classic and custom model Broncos are invited to cross the Mackinac Bridge and enjoy a fun weekend of Bronco-themed events. For more information or to register (by May 23rd, 2025), visit stignace.com.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
McGulpin House Opening Day
For more information, visit mackinacparks.com. 1575 Fort St., Mackinac Island.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
Music in the Park
Live music featuring Ben Richey at the Memorial Park Bandshell- 101 Spring St., East Jordan.
Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show
This event gives attendees the opportunity to check out the latest in watercraft, boating accessories, and more. There are also on-land displays, an obstacle course for kids, and live music. Bay Harbor Marina- 4000 Main St., Bay Harbor.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
Annual Bellaire Golf Outing
Prizes for longest drive, closest to the pin, first place, and last place. Reception following the round. To register or for more information, visit bellairechamber.com. Antrim Dells Golf Course- 12352 Antrim Dr., Ellsworth.
East Jordan Freedom Festival
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Indian River Old Fashioned Days
Annual festival with fun for the whole family. Marina Park- 3471 Club Rd., Indian River. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Music in the Park
Live music featuring the Motor City Memories Band at the Memorial Park Bandshell- 101 Spring St., East Jordan.
St. Ignace Car Show Weekend
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Mackinaw City Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday from 10am-7pm and Sunday from 10am-3pm. Conkling Heritage Park- 335 S. Huron St., Mackinaw City. For an application, email events@mackinawcity.com or call (231) 436-5664.
Great Lakes Pirate Festival
This event includes a day of food & drinks, live music, and pirate contests on the island. The Mackinac Pirate Adventure Tour with the Good Fortune pirate ship will feature water cannons for the kids as well as a bar for adults. Festival admission is free but ferry tickets must be purchased to cross to the island. Mackinac Island Main Dock #1- 7271 Main St., Mackinac Island. For more information, visit greatlakespiratefestival.com.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music featuring Ian Shearing in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Pavilion Summer Concert
Live music featuring Andrew Lutes in Veterans Park- 207 N. Lake St., Boyne City.
Music in the Park
Live music featuring Mackinac’s Got Talent Auditions. Free and open to the public. Marquette Park- 7200 Huron St., Mackinac Island. (Rain Location: Mission Point Theater- 6639 Main St., Mackinac Island.
Street Musique
Live performances featuring The Third Degree and Magic by Jania at various locations throughout the Harbor Springs Business District.
Charlevoix Live on the Lake Concert Series
Live music featuring Hearth & Hymn followed by Chris Bathgate East Park Odmark Performance Pavilion- 400 Bridge St., Charlevoix.
There are many Easter Egg Hunts and activities to be enjoyed by families throughout Northern Michigan each spring.
Charlevoix is a bustling community nestled between Lake Michigan and Round Lake and hosts many festivals and events throughout the year.
Enjoy amateur snow carving, outhouse races, sleigh rides, poker walk, chili cook-off, and more at Mackinaw City’s Winterfest Celebration!
The majestic and historic Grand Hotel is one of the first sights visitors see as they head into the harbor on Mackinac Island.
North Central Michigan College’s Natural Area in Petoskey includes over five miles of trails that run through unique habitats.
Bicyclists, walkers, and roller bladers can go from Harbor Springs to Charlevoix on the 26-mile long Little Traverse Wheelway.
Within the historic Chicago/West Michigan railroad depot in Petoskey, the Little Traverse History Museum is a history filled gem.
This 36 acre, 1.5 mile long Bear River Valley in Petoskey is truly spectacular and filled with natural beauty and things to do.
This Inland Waterway covers 38.2 miles from outside of Petoskey to Cheboygan. Find state parks, fishing, swimming, and more along the way.