
Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant
The Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant in Mackinaw City is the U.S.’ longest running free Memorial Day historical program.
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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 Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant in Mackinaw City is the U.S.’ longest running free Memorial Day historical program.

Indian River celebrates summer in Northern Michigan with Old Fashioned Days, an event with five days of family fun.

Calendar of Events for Northern Michigan- Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Boyne City, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and more!

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

Wilderness State Park’s 2,582 acres of natural area and 4,492 acres of wilderness area make this a great place to explore all year ’round.

The Headlands, just west of Mackinaw City, is one of six International Dark Sky Parks in the U.S. and one of nine in the world.

Harbor Springs, Michigan has a vibrant, beautiful downtown business district complete with a beach, waterfront, shopping, dining, parks, and more!

The Oden State Fish Hatchery in Alanson produces three strains of brown trout and one strain of rainbow trout.

Why do people enjoy being up north so much? Find out what makes being up north feel special with our list of Northern Michigan specialties.