Thanksgiving Week Kicks Off the Holidays
Thanksgiving week in Northern Michigan is packed with several special events kick off the holiday season in style.
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There are many Easter Egg Hunts and activities to be enjoyed by families throughout Northern Michigan each spring.
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!
Mail letters to the Easter Bunny
At the mailbox in front of Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
First Friday Charlevoix
This event includes a cocktail trail, shopping, fun activities to enjoy, and a chance to win Downtown Dollar Gift Cards. For more information, visit downtowncharlevoix.com. Downtown Charlevoix
Mackinac Island Twilight Turtle Trek
A 2-mile, lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland. Begins at the corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road. with a bonfire and hot chocolate. For more information, visit mackinacparks.com.
Hops ‘n Highlands
This annual event includes a beer tasting, live music, ice bar, food trucks, keg bowling, and more. The Highlands- 600 Highland Dr., Harbor Springs.
Carnival Weekend
Three day event with many activities for adults including slush cup, snow beach party, music, and more. Boyne Mountain Resort- 1 Boyne Mountain Rd., Boyne Falls.
Ring in Spring
This weekend long event includes the slush cup, live music, wine tasting, and the chance to ski across the pond. The Highlands- 600 Highland Rd., Harbor Springs.
Mardi Gras
The annual event includes activities and competitions for all ages. Nub’s Nob- 500 Nub’s Nob Rd., Harbor Springs.
Leapin’ Leprechaun 5k
Proceeds from the race are being donated to the Munson Medical Center’s new Family Birth and Children’s Center. Along with the race, there will also be a costume contest. The race will start and end right next to Brady’s Bar- 401 S. Union St., Traverse City. Cost is $40 per runner. Register by visiting runsignup.com.
Easter Bunny Lunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Church of the Straights- 307 N. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Babies on the Farm
Cuddle baby chicks, baby donkeys, kid goats, baby lambs, young yaks and alpaca. Advanced registration is required by visiting eventbrite.com. Cost is $10 per person and there are three tours each day. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
In-store Easter Egg Hunt at Grandpa Shorter’s Gift, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Pet photos with the Easter Bunny
Grandpa Shorter’s Gift, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Treats and pictures with the Easter Bunny at Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Easter Games
Hosted by the East Jordan Lions Club in the East Jordan Elementary School Gym- 304 4th St., East Jordan.
Easter Egg Hunt
Children ages 0-8 will have their egg hunt in Washington Park and kids 9 and up will have theirs in Major City Park. All children are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets to collect eggs. Hosted by Cheboygan Main Street-Downtown Development Authority. Washington Park- E. Elm St. Major City Park- 1101 N. Huron St., Cheboygan.
Easter Luncheon & Egg Hunt – Luncheon from 11am-1:30pm. Egg Hunt from 2-3pm. Age groups are: 2 and under, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, and 7-10 years. The hunt will include 4500 prize-filled eggs. Please bring your own basket to collect eggs. Hosted by Charlevoix State Band and the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce. Charlevoix at East Park- 400 Bridge St., Charlevoix.
Easter Egg Hunt with visit from the Easter Bunny
Children of all ages are welcome and bags will be provided to collect eggs. Zorn Park- 151 E. Bay St., Harbor Springs.
Easter Scramble
Event includes egg hunts, food, and more for all ages. Bring your own basket. Emmett County Fairgrounds Community Center- 1129 Charlevoix Ave., Petoskey.
Easter Egg Hunt
The event is for children of all ages and the hunt will be broken up into age groups. 1101 N. Huron St., Cheboygan.
Easter Egg Hunt
Easter egg hunt for ages 1-13 with over 1,000 eggs. Johannesburg Christian Church-10722 M-32, Johannesburg.
Easter Brunch
Stafford’s Weathervane- 109 Pine River Lane, Charlevoix. Make reservations at staffordsweathervane.com.
Thanksgiving week in Northern Michigan is packed with several special events kick off the holiday season in style.
East Jordan’s Freedom Festival has food, music, fun, entertainment, carnival, dancing, and more. Fun for the whole family!
Indian River’s Winterfest is packed with fun things to do including a poker run, bonfires, music, food, kid’s events, and more.
There are many Easter Egg Hunts and activities to be enjoyed by families throughout Northern Michigan each spring.
The Venetian Festival in Charlevoix has been a highlight of summer in Northern Michigan for more than 80 years.
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Crooked Tree Arts Center is a place where artists from northern Michigan can display their talents and artwork to the public.
The North Country Trail is the longest trail in the U.S. and stretches from North Dakota to New York, passing through Northern Michigan.
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
Arch Rock is a geologic wonder on Mackinac Island and stands 146′ over the Lake Huron shoreline- nearly 15 stories tall.
In Northern Michigan, you’ll find lighthouses where lighthouse keepers once lived and worked that have been restored and are open to visitors.
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.
With woods, dunes, and frozen lakes, the trails near Charlevoix and Boyne City are the places to cross country ski from December-March.
Sailing is a special pastime that often brings friends together in Northern Michigan. And no wonder. The sailing here is wonderful.
Northern Michigan is home to several different museums for people of all ages which highlight the area’s businesses, history, and culture!
Young State Park outside Boyne City is a ‘year round delight for campers, hikers, snow lovers, swimmers and nature lovers.