March Events at Northern Michigan Ski Resorts
March is a big month for the ski resorts Up North. Visit Nub’s Nob, The Highlands at Harbor Springs, and Boyne Mountain for winter fun!
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A unique event featuring a variety of one-of-a-kind exhibitors offering everything from yachts to boating goods for sale.
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is filled with events and the celebration of the Island's many varieties of lilacs.
You can find performances almost any night of the week in Northern Michigan with music by area musicians as well as professionals.
Northern Michigan grows the best. Our Farmers Markets are open from late spring to fall, from cherries, to potatoes, to sweet corn, and more.
Hundreds of antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles take part in the internationally acclaimed St. Ignace Car Show Weekend.
East Jordan's Freedom Festival has food, music, fun, entertainment, carnival, dancing, and more. Fun for the whole family!
McGulpin House Opening Day
For more information, visit mackinacparks.com. 1575 Fort St., Mackinac Island.
Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally
This annual event includes a poker run, live entertainment, blessing of the bikes, and more. For more information, visit mackinawcity.net. Mackinaw Crossings- 248 S. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show
This event gives attendees the opportunity to check out the latest in watercraft, boating accessories, and more. There are also on-land displays, an obstacle course for kids, and live music. Bay Harbor Marina- 4000 Main St., Bay Harbor.
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The island’s most historic and popular festival includes the Lilac Queen coronation, official poster reveal, 10K Run/Walk, lilac walking tours, lilac planting seminars, bounce houses, performance by the Scottville Clown Band, Michigan Cornhole tournament, live music, the Grand Parade, and more.
Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show
This event gives attendees the opportunity to check out the latest in watercraft, boating accessories, and more. There are also on-land displays, an obstacle course for kids, and live music. Bay Harbor Marina- 4000 Main St., Bay Harbor.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music featuring Ed Tatum in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
East Jordan Freedom Festival
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music featuring Kevin Johnson in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
East Jordan Freedom Festival
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music featuring Ian Shearing in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Music in the Park
Live music featuring Mackinac’s Got Talent Auditions. Free and open to the public. Marquette Park- 7200 Huron St., Mackinac Island. (Rain Location: Mission Point Theater- 6639 Main St., Mackinac Island)
Charlevoix Live on the Lake Concert Series
Live music featuring Hearth & Hymn followed by Chris Bathgate East Park Odmark Performance Pavilion- 400 Bridge St., Charlevoix.
St. Ignace Car Show Weekend
Annual multi-day event with fun for the whole family.
Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park
Live music featuring Luke Woltanski in Pennsylvania Park- 411 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Mackinaw City Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday from 10am-7pm and Sunday from 10am-3pm. Conkling Heritage Park- 335 S. Huron St., Mackinaw City. For an application, visit mackinawcity.com.
Music in the Park Concert Series
Live music at Memorial Park Band Shell- 101 Spring St., East Jordan.
Great Lakes Pirate Festival
This event includes a day of food & drinks, live music, and pirate contests on the island. The Mackinac Pirate Adventure Tour with the Good Fortune pirate ship will feature water cannons for the kids as well as a bar for adults. Festival admission is free but ferry tickets must be purchased to cross to the island. Mackinac Island Main Dock #1- 7271 Main St., Mackinac Island. For more information, visit greatlakespiratefestival.com.
Street Musique
Live musical performances at various locations throughout the Harbor Springs Business District.
March is a big month for the ski resorts Up North. Visit Nub’s Nob, The Highlands at Harbor Springs, and Boyne Mountain for winter fun!
Boyne City is a gem in Northern Michigan’s crown. This growing, bustling city has it all, including great festivals and events for all ages.
Each August, the Mackinac Island Fudge Festival celebrates this delight with music and activities throughout the weekend.
Enjoy Northern Michigan food favorites by local restaurants, delis, and gourmet shops all for a good cause at Taste of Harbor Springs.
Harbor Springs is situated on a natural, deep harbor, and this tiny, beautiful community offers great events and festivals for all.
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Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
Acres and acres of Northern Michigan are abloom with trillium during May, only adding to the beauty of spring Up North!
Beaver Island is located 32 miles offshore of Charlevoix, Michigan and is the largest island in Lake Michigan.
Crooked Tree Arts Center is a place where artists from northern Michigan can display their talents and artwork to the public.
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
The Andrew J. Blackbird Museum is named for a counselor who helped Native American veterans. Native American artifacts fill the museum space.
Northern Michigan is home to several different museums for people of all ages which highlight the area’s businesses, history, and culture!
Shop Northern Michigan antiques shops, art galleries, and furniture stores for home furnishings that are unique and affordable.
This 36 acre, 1.5 mile long Bear River Valley in Petoskey is truly spectacular and filled with natural beauty and things to do.
Little Traverse Conservancy protects land and scenic areas and provides opportunities for all of us to appreciate the environment.