
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is filled with events and the celebration of the Island’s many varieties of lilacs.
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Thanksgiving is a busy weekend in Northern Michigan as several special events kick off the holiday season in style. While Black Friday is busy everywhere, in Northern Michigan it is more personal with shopkeepers greeting you to announce their specials.

The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is filled with events and the celebration of the Island’s many varieties of lilacs.

The holiday season in Northern Michigan includes Christmas tree lightings, decorated stores, parades, merchant open houses, and more.

The Harbor Springs Festival of the Book is a gathering of nationally known presenters for a celebration of their books and the stories.

Get the sleds and the skates out, put on the cold weather clothes, and enjoy sledding and ice skating in Northern Michigan.

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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!

With Lake Michigan on one side and Lake Huron on the other side, Mackinaw City is a true Great Lake’s spot with lots of things to do!

North Central Michigan College’s Natural Area in Petoskey includes over five miles of trails that run through unique habitats.