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East Jordan's Freedom Festival has food, music, fun, entertainment, carnival, dancing, and more. Fun for the whole family!
Indian River celebrates summer in Northern Michigan with Old Fashioned Days, an event with five days of family fun.
Hundreds of antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles take part in the internationally acclaimed St. Ignace Car Show Weekend.
Northern Michigan grows the best. Our Farmers Markets are open from late spring to fall, from cherries, to potatoes, to sweet corn, and more.
You can find performances almost any night of the week in Northern Michigan with music by area musicians as well as professionals.
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is filled with events and the celebration of the Island's many varieties of lilacs.
A unique event featuring a variety of one-of-a-kind exhibitors offering everything from yachts to boating goods for sale.
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.
East Jordan Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing
A day of networking, food, prizes, and golf at Mallard Golf Club- 9569 Bailey Rd., East Jordan. Visit ejchamber.org to register or for more info.
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 22nd, 2026), visit stignace.com.
Mackinaw Steel Car Show
Event includes a display of rare and historic cars, live music, vendors, swap meet, food vendors, beer tents, and more. Mackinaw Crossings- 248 S. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Biddle House, featuring the Mackinac Island Native American Museum, Opens for the Season
For more information, visit mackinacparks.com. 7406 Market St., Mackinac Island
McGulpin House Opening Day
For more information, visit mackinacparks.com. 1575 Fort St., Mackinac Island.
Benjamin Blacksmith Shop Opens for the Season
For more information, visit mackinacparks.com. 7406 Market 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.
Great Lakes Championship
Experience rising LPGA Epson Tour stars from around the world competing at The Highlands Heather Course- 600 Highlands Dr., Harbor Springs. Enjoy exciting golf, beautiful views, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere for fans and families. Cost is $5/Day for general admission and $60/day for Charitable Donation/VIP tickets. Click here for more information.
Quilts by the Bay Quilt Show
Admission is $10 and quilt raffle tickets are $5 each. Friday from 9am-5pm and Saturday from 9am-3pm at the Emmet County Fairgrounds Community Building- 1129 Charlevoix Ave., Petoskey.
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.
Indian Old Fashioned Days
Annual festival with fun for the whole family. Marina Park- 3471 Club Rd., Indian River. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Evenings at the Gazebo
Live music in Old City Park Gazebo- 210 River St., Boyne City.
East Jordan Freedom Festival
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Music in the Park
Live music. Free and open to the public. Marquette Park- 7200 Huron St., Mackinac Island. (Rain Location: Mission Point Theater- 6639 Main St., Mackinac Island.
Music on Main
Live music at Washington Park- 124 N. Main St., Cheboygan (rain location is Festival Square- 115 Backus St., Cheboygan).
St. Ignace Car Show Weekend
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Street Musique
Live performances at various locations throughout the Harbor Springs Business District. Click here for the lineup.
Charlevoix Summer Art Show
A mix of fine art and fine crafts displayed on the shores of scenic Round Lake in downtown Charlevoix. For more info, visit visitcharlevoix.com.
Mackinaw City Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday from 10am-6pm 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.
East Jordan Garden Walk
Tour six local gardens and the Jordan Art Walk. Purchase tickets online here or at the Jordan River Arts Council office- 301 Main St. East Jordan.
The Emmet-Charlevoix County Fair is held at the fairgrounds on Charlevoix Avenue, and is a mix of carnival rides, food, exhibits, and more.
Calendar of Events for Northern Michigan- Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and more!
With miles of scenic trails terrain and local snowmobile clubs, Northern Michigan is the place to bring the snow sleds in the winter.
Travel along the Tunnel of Trees in Northern Michigan and you will pass through Good Hart and see historic Saint Ignatius Catholic Church.
The North Country Trail is the longest trail in the U.S. and stretches from North Dakota to New York, passing through Northern Michigan.
Beaver Island is located 32 miles offshore of Charlevoix, Michigan and is the largest island in Lake Michigan.
Get the sleds and the skates out, put on the cold weather clothes, and enjoy sledding and ice skating in Northern Michigan.
With woods, dunes, and frozen lakes, the trails near Charlevoix and Boyne City are the places to cross country ski from December-March.