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You can find performances almost any night of the week in Northern Michigan with music by area musicians as well as professionals.
Enjoy Northern Michigan food favorites by local restaurants, delis, and gourmet shops all for a good cause at Taste of Harbor Springs.
Northern Michigan grows the best. Our Farmers Markets are open from late spring to fall, from cherries, to potatoes, to sweet corn, and more.
Boyne City's Harvest Festival is held each September and fills the downtown with music, crafts, and fall produce.
From haunted houses to trick or treating, Northern Michigan is full of Halloween's fun activities during October.
The Harbor Springs Festival of the Book is a gathering of nationally known presenters for a celebration of their books and the stories.
Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk
This free walk begins in St. Ignace at the north end of the Mackinac Bridge in the Upper Peninsula, and in Mackinaw City at the south end of the bridge in the Lower Peninsula. For more information, visit mackinacbridge.org.
8-Mile Run & Walk
Beginning and ending at Mission Point Resort, this is one of the oldest and most scenic races in Michigan. The course takes runners around the island with sights like historic Victorian homes, the Straights of Mackinac, the Mackinac Bridge and more. Mission Point Resort- One Lake Shore Dr, Mackinac Island. For more information, visit mackinacisland.org.
Depot Teen Center Charity Golf Tournament
Proceeds benefit the Depot Teen Centers programs. To register, visit ejdepot.org. The Mallard- 9569 Bailey Rd., East Jordan.
Paddle Antrim Festival
This event celebrates the amazing waterways and communities of Northern Michigan. It includes a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Participants can choose to paddle one or both days and decide how far to travel. There are exits strategically placed along the route so the trip can be anywhere from 7 to 42 miles. For more information and to register, visit paddleantrim.com.
Paddle Antrim Festival
This event celebrates the amazing waterways and communities of Northern Michigan. It includes a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Participants can choose to paddle one or both days and decide how far to travel. There are exits strategically placed along the route so the trip can be anywhere from 7 to 42 miles. For more information and to register, visit paddleantrim.com.
Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show
This annual event allows viewing of semi-trucks with customized cabs, extraordinary paint/artwork and neon light displays at Little Bear East Arena- 275 Marquette St., St. Ignace and in downtown St. Ignace. For the most updated information, visit mackinawchamber.com.
Petoskey Harvest Showcase
This annual event takes participants to 14 wineries in the region where they’ll sample wines paired with small plates. Tickets are $40 per person and available at petoskey.wine.
Sunflower Festival & Barn Market
Pack a blanket or lawn chair and spend the day at this free event. Attend a yoga class, take a guided sunflower tour, paint a pumpkin, shop the Barn Market, and listen to live music while you play lawn games and enjoy food and drink. Lavender Hill Farm- 7354 Horton Bay Rd. North, Boyne City.
Taste of Harbor Springs
Annual food and drink festival to benefit the Mary Ellen Hughes Culinary Scholarship fund. Harbor Springs Waterfront.
Harbor Springs Festival of the Book
This annual event is a three-day celebration of readers, writers, books, and literary craft. 153 E. Main St., Harbor Springs.
Trek the Mighty Mac- The Year That Wasn’t
Due to construction, traditional events won’t take place but activities like live music, food trucks, beer tent, and more will still take place. Visit stignace.com for more information.
Balloons Over Bay Harbor
This annual event offers viewing of hot air balloons and many more activities. Visit bayharbor.com for more info. 4000 Main St., Bay Harbor.
East Jordan Fall Fest
This annual event includes live music, beer tent, food trucks, softball tournament, kid’s activities, and much more. East Jordan Tourist Park- 218 N. Lake St., East Jordan. For the most updated information, visit facebook.com.
You can find performances almost any night of the week in Northern Michigan with music by area musicians as well as professionals.
The Harbor Springs Festival of the Book is a gathering of nationally known presenters for a celebration of their books and the stories.
Calendar of Events for Northern Michigan- Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and more!
Skitoberfest celebrates the best of fall’s family offerings in an Oktoberfest style setting., all at amazing Boyne Mountain!
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The Charlevoix Circle of Arts is a vibrant, cultural center in downtown Charlevoix that presents six major visual exhibits annually.
Within the historic Chicago/West Michigan railroad depot in Petoskey, the Little Traverse History Museum is a history filled gem.
Young State Park outside Boyne City is a ‘year round delight for campers, hikers, snow lovers, swimmers and nature lovers.
Arch Rock is a geologic wonder on Mackinac Island and stands 146′ over the Lake Huron shoreline- nearly 15 stories tall.
Northern Michigan is home to several different museums for people of all ages which highlight the area’s businesses, history, and culture!
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
The Harbor Springs History Museum offers a unique look at the history of the community, starting with the first Catholic missionaries.
Acres and acres of Northern Michigan are abloom with trillium during May, only adding to the beauty of spring Up North!
Disc golf is hot everywhere and especially in Northern Michigan because of it’s many courses and beautiful scenery.
Mackinaw City’s Heritage Village lets visitors explore life in the Straits of Mackinac as it was during the era of 1880-1917.
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