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There are many Easter Egg Hunts and activities to be enjoyed by families throughout Northern Michigan each spring.
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!
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. 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
Northern Michigan Camping & RV Show
Thursday-Saturday from 10am-8pm and Sunday from 12-5pm. Admission is three non-perishable food items or cash donation to benefit the homeless in Otsego County. The Ellison Place- 150 Dale Dr., Gaylord. For more information, visit tradeshowz.com.
Mail letters to the Easter Bunny
At the mailbox in front of Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Hops ‘n Highlands
This annual event includes a beer tasting, live music, ice bar, food trucks, keg bowling, and more. The Highlands- 600 Highland Dr., Harbor Springs.
Carnival Weekend
Three day event with many activities for adults including slush cup, snow beach party, music, and more. Boyne Mountain Resort- 1 Boyne Mountain Rd., Boyne Falls.
Ring in Spring
This weekend long event includes the slush cup, live music, wine tasting, and the chance to ski across the pond. The Highlands- 600 Highland Rd., Harbor Springs.
Mardi Gras
The annual event includes activities and competitions for all ages. Nub’s Nob- 500 Nub’s Nob Rd., Harbor Springs.
Leapin’ Leprechaun 5k
Proceeds from the race are being donated to the Munson Medical Center’s new Family Birth and Children’s Center. Along with the race, there will also be a costume contest. The race will start and end right next to Brady’s Bar- 401 S. Union St., Traverse City. Cost is $40 per runner. Register by visiting runsignup.com.
Easter Bunny Lunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Church of the Straights- 307 N. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Babies on the Farm
Cuddle baby chicks, baby donkeys, kid goats, baby lambs, young yaks and alpaca. Advanced registration is required by visiting eventbrite.com. Cost is $10 per person and there are three tours each day. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
In-store Easter Egg Hunt at Grandpa Shorter’s Gift, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Pet photos with the Easter Bunny
Grandpa Shorter’s Gift, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Treats and pictures with the Easter Bunny at Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Easter Games
Hosted by the East Jordan Lions Club in the East Jordan Elementary School Gym- 304 4th St., East Jordan.
Easter Egg Hunt
Children ages 0-8 will have their egg hunt in Washington Park and kids 9 and up will have theirs in Major City Park. All children are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets to collect eggs. Hosted by Cheboygan Main Street-Downtown Development Authority. Washington Park- E. Elm St. Major City Park- 1101 N. Huron St., Cheboygan.
Easter Luncheon & Egg Hunt – Luncheon from 11am-1:30pm. Egg Hunt from 2-3pm. Age groups are: 2 and under, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, and 7-10 years. The hunt will include 4500 prize-filled eggs. Please bring your own basket to collect eggs. Hosted by Charlevoix State Band and the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce. Charlevoix at East Park- 400 Bridge St., Charlevoix.
Easter Egg Hunt with visit from the Easter Bunny
Children of all ages are welcome and bags will be provided to collect eggs. Zorn Park- 151 E. Bay St., Harbor Springs.
Easter Scramble
Event includes egg hunts, food, and more for all ages. Bring your own basket. Emmett County Fairgrounds Community Center- 1129 Charlevoix Ave., Petoskey.
Easter Egg Hunt
The event is for children of all ages and the hunt will be broken up into age groups. 1101 N. Huron St., Cheboygan.
Easter Egg Hunt
Easter egg hunt for ages 1-13 with over 1,000 eggs. Johannesburg Christian Church-10722 M-32, Johannesburg.
Easter Brunch
Stafford’s Weathervane- 109 Pine River Lane, Charlevoix. Make reservations at staffordsweathervane.com.
Boyne City’s Harvest Festival is held each September and fills the downtown with music, crafts, and fall produce.
Calendar of Events for Northern Michigan- Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and more!
People come from all over to celebrate the July 4th in Harbor Springs for the gorgeous setting along the water and many great activities.
Sailing is a special pastime that often brings friends together in Northern Michigan. And no wonder. The sailing here is wonderful.
The many ski resorts in Northern Michigan have winter activities for the entire family including sledding, sleigh rides, tubing, and more.
This 36 acre, 1.5 mile long Bear River Valley in Petoskey is truly spectacular and filled with natural beauty and things to do.
The history Northern Michigan’s Inland Water Route is preserved at the Inland Water Route Historical Museum in Alanson.
Fort Mackinac is open from May-October and includes buildings restored their original look after the fort’s occupation by the British
When visiting Northern Michigan, be sure to ride one of the local Lake Michigan ferries. It’s an adventure that should be on every travelers’ Up North bucket list!