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Smell the cheeseburgers wafting through the air? Hear the sounds of Jimmy Buffet songs mingled with the laughs of partygoers on a Lake Huron beach?
Yep. It’s August again, and time for the Cheeseburger in Caseville Festival.
This highly-anticipated event is held mid-August and has become an essential part of Caseville, a fun resort town known for its beautiful beaches and casual, laid-back vibe.
No one does St. Patrick’s celebrations quite like Michigan: from St. Paddy’s parades and festivals to 5K Races and pub crawls, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re looking for what to do on St. Patrick’s Day or St. Patrick’s Day Events near me, read on. We’re sharing everything you need to know about St. Patrick’s Day in Michigan!
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is one of the best flower festivals in the country.
When the lilacs bloom on Mackinac Island, their sweet, elegant aroma welcomes summer to northern Michigan and dresses the island in a debonair shade of purple.
For the 74th year, the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival will bring visitors from all around to celebrate the blooming of the over 250 different types of lilacs found on the island and whose plants have persisted there for over 200 years!
The Ice Festival in Plymouth is a great opportunity to bundle up and embrace Michigan’s winter weather while you wander Plymouth taking in the icy works of arts from world-class ice sculptors. I’ve spent a lifetime in Plymouth and can tell you that the Plymouth Ice Festival is truly a highlight of the winter season.
My first Michigan winter festival memory is etched in frost: bundled up like a marshmallow, giggling as I tumbled…
Looking for the perfect way to ring in the New Year?
Great News! You don’t have to travel all the way to New York City and Times Square to watch a fabulous New Year’s Eve ball drop.
In fact, in Michigan, you needn’t travel further than your nearest Great Lake (and sometimes, even closer). Of course, in Michigan, we do it our way. Ever seen a giant, sparkling cherry, suspended in midair, come crashing to the ground? How about a mitten dangling in the sky and then falling to the ground at midnight?
Nothing does a better job of getting us in the Christmas spirit than a magnificent display of holiday lights. With the sun setting earlier, the bright lights emit a rainbow of colors that makes up for shorter days by brightening the night. Whether you’re looking for a walkable outdoor experience immersed in glimmering decorations or want to cruise through a show from the comfort of your car, there is a show that will be sure to delight you. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best Christmas light shows in Michigan, from the southernmost corners to the Upper Peninsula.
A visit to Greenfield Village Holiday Nights is one of the favorite family traditions and a perfect yuletide activity at holiday time. In fact, a pure Michigan Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a stroll down Main Street at Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village, the smell of roasting chestnuts filling the air.
One of the premier holiday celebrations, Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village is annual holiday tradition for countless visitors who flock to the Henry Ford Museum in Wayne County for this annual Christmas event.
Fall festivals in Michigan are the best way to celebrate the arrival of autumn, which is arguably the prettiest season in our state. All of the leaves are changing colors, the air is crisp and fresh, and the family-owned fruit stands along M-22 and other scenic highways are starting to switch out the berries and jams for apple cider and fresh vegetables. Fall festivals here include pumpkin patches, apple harvests, arts and crafts, and much more. Check out this list to find an amazing fall festival near you.
Ever dreamed about crossing the Straits of Mackinac on foot?
You can, of course, thanks to the amazing feat of modern architecture that is the Mackinac Bridge.
You can do it in the company of thousands of others, too, at the annual labor day Mackinac Bridge Walk, when participants in the walk traverse to the midpoint of the towering bridge from Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. and then turn back. Some continue on, walking the entire bridge on foot or in wheelchair.
The labor Day Bridge Walk isn’t just for the super – physically fit; you’ll be joined by strollers and wheelchairs, too, all eager to cross the Mackinac Bridge and get a certificate at the completion of the event.
It’s a fun event that has attracted crowds for more than 50 years, growing in popularity each year.
While the summer brings hot sun, hours of beach time, and infinite trips for ice cream, you may think it’s not as easy to explore the beauty of Michigan during the colder months of the year. You’ve come to the right place to discover all the ways in which that is simply not true.
If you’re heading to the National Cherry Festival this year, you’re probably wondering where to park and how to…
The Traverse City Cherry Festival is THE summer festival in northern Michigan. It’s a celebration of northern Michigan’s favorite fruit on the beautiful shores of Grand Traverse Bay, and it’s one of my favorite Michigan events.
It’s eight days of celebrating everything cherry: cherry blossoms, cherry pies, even a national cherry queen. The annual event is part old-time country fair; part rockin’ beach party; part family-friendly carnival and full-on fun.
From classic car shows to the arts and crafts fair; from a sand sculpture contest on the beach to the Cherry Porch parade, National Cherry Festival week is one giant party in downtown Traverse City and the festival grounds. You’ll find lots of kid’s activities, too, like a Bubble Gum Blowing content and cherry pieeating contests. There are performances to watch, from the Ultimate Air Dogs to the Navy Blue Angels; from Jim Gaffigan to Boyz II Men and Collective Soul. And that’s just a small taste of the many activities planned for this fun event. Whether you take a day trip or a longer vacation, you’re going to want to put the Traverse City National Cherry Festival on your Michigan summer bucket list.
Read on for everything you need to know about this exciting summer festival in Traverse City Michigan.
Excited to celebrate the 4th of July Michigan style? Fourth of July is one of the top party weekends in Michigan. Everyone decked out in red, white, and blue ready to have fun in the sun all day long and enjoy beautiful firework shows at night.
Are you struggling to find something to do for the family or with your friends during this fun-filled weekend? Well, look no further. We have compiled a list of this year’s must-see and do Fourth of July activities and events.
The party is on this Fourth of July season in Michigan, with parades, fairs, cookouts, music festivals, and more. Read on to find Michigan July 4th events near you!
There’s no better way to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday – America’s Independence Day – than gathering with friends and family on a Michigan beach to see a sizzling spectacular fireworks display over the water.
Watching the bright colors burst against a dark night sky (cue the Ooohhs and Aahhs) while commemorating the birth of the USA is a summer rite of passage for many Michigan residents and visitors alike.
Music festivals are a must-do activity for any lover of the summer months, and Michigan’s music scene is hot! Cites across Michigan offer plenty, all covering a different genre and fitting into a unique niche.
Musical fests offer a great opportunity to kick back and enjoy the Michigan outdoors. This list covers a total of 15 music festivals to keep your eye out for when making your summer plans in Michigan.
The Michigan Memorial Day parades all over the state honor those who have lost their lives in battle for our country. It’s a agreat way to pay homage to their memory durign the long Memorial Day weekend in Michigan.
Looking for fun and exciting ways to celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Michigan? Well, look no further! Michigan has an array of events to honor the memory of those who fought for our country. From backyard barbeques to 5ks and kids activities to memorial day ceremonies, we’re sharing everything you need to know about celebrating Memorial Day in Michigan.
Summer is festival season in Michigan, and I have a confession: I wait for it all year long. From…
If you want to see endless fields of colorful tulips in bloom head to Michigan’s Holland Tulip Festival this spring! This celebration of the area’s Dutch roots is the highlight of spring in west Michigan, and has been named one of the best flower festivals in the country!
Have you ever been to a maple syrup festival in Michigan and seen how pure maple syrup is made? Delicious maple syrup doesn’t come from a log cabin: it comes straight from the maple tree.
Discover the Best Michigan Labor Day Festivals: Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of celebrations across the Great Lakes State during the long weekend.
Held in charming downtown Plymouth, Art in the Park is a weekend-long celebration of art, food and fun!
Featuring over 400 artists offering everything from paintings, sculpture, ceramics and jewelry to glass, wooodwork photography, folk art and more, this is one Michigan summer art fair you won’t want to miss. You’ll also find entertainment and cuisine, along with tons of kid-friendly activities.
Read on to discover everything you need to know about this signature Michigan event, Art in the Park!
Watch Summer Fireworks in Michigan Nothing says summer quite like watching brilliant Michigan fireworks displays. Luckily, you can find…
Film festivals are a celebration of art and community, often showcasing films that tell unique or locally influenced stories. In Michigan we have many film festivals of all kinds. From genre-specific marathons to gritty truth-seeking documentaries that make you reflect on serious issues. All across the state, film festivals invite community members to engage with movies as an art form unlike any other. Read on to discover our must-visit film festivals for 2024.