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September 2023 Events Calendar

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Featured September Events

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September 1-7, 2023

Monday, September 4th, 2023
7am

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.

September 8-14, 2023

Saturday, September 9th, 2023
9am-12pm

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

Saturday, September 9th, 2023
8am-12pm

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.

Thursday, September 14th- Saturday, 16th; 2023

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.

September 15-21, 2023

Thursday, September 14th-Saturday, September 16th; 2023

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.

Friday, September 15th-Sunday, September 17th; 2023

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

Friday, September 15th-Sunday, September 17th; 2023

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.

Saturdays, September 16th, 2023
9am-3:30pm

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.

Saturdays, September 16th, 2023
12-3pm

Taste of Harbor Springs
Annual food and drink festival to benefit the Mary Ellen Hughes Culinary Scholarship fund. Harbor Springs Waterfront.

September 22-30, 2023

Friday, September 22nd-Sunday, September 24th; 2023

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.

Friday, September 22nd-Sunday, September 24th; 2023

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. 

Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
7:30am-10pm

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.

Friday, September 29th-Saturday, September 30th; 2023

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

Check back often for updates to this calendar of events!

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Charlevoix Circle of Arts

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Northern Michigan is home to several different museums for people of all ages which highlight the area’s businesses, history, and culture!

Harbor Springs History Museum

Harbor Springs History Museum

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