Celebrate winter in Mackinaw City during our annual Winterfest. This winter event is scheduled for January 15 - 17, 2009.

Enjoy amateur & professional snow carving, sleigh rides, outhouse races (visit www.mackinawouthouserace.com for more info on this fun event), poker run , outdoor ice skating, euchre tournament, chile cook off, ice fishing tournament at Paradise Lake and many more fun winter activities including games for kids, tweens and adults. And, as always, we'll be holding a snow sculpting competition

Most of activities are free with a Winterfest button that can be purchased from the the Chamber of Commerce, various businesses around town and at each event site during the festival.

For a complete schudule go to:

http://www.mackinawchamber.com/content/view/73/192/

Time: various times
Location: Mackinaw City Marina Park
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This years "MUSH" should prove to be as exciting for the fans as it will be for the Mushers & their teams!

We invite you to join us for a grand weekend of unique entertainment and fun for the entire family!

Time: 9:30 Am to 5:00 pm
Location: Behind Mackinaw IGA, in Sheplers's Parking Area Lot
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The Zoo-de-Mackinac is a weekend of huge parties with great bands, one of the most scenic bicycle rides in the country, a lot of sunshine, views of the mighty Mackinac Bridge, and one magical island.

THIS IS NOT A RACE!! The Zoo-de-Mackinac is a collection of outdoor enthusiasts (2,200+ last year) who want to enjoy a little physical exercise together in one of the most beautiful areas in the state of Michigan. The bike ride starts Saturday morning at Boyne Highlands Resort and spans 51 miles along Lake Michigan on a paved road with very little automobile traffic. Riders pedal through rolling countryside and trillium covered forests, along sandy beaches, and are surrounded by breathtaking views of Lake Michigan from 400' high bluffs. We stop approximately half way, at a unique place called the Legs Inn for a leisurely lunch and to swap stories. The ride continues on to Mackinaw City, where Arnold Ferry boats have been chartered for the ride over to Mackinac Island. Once on the magical island, check into your hotel and stroll into town to forget the aches and pains from the day’s ride. As the evening wears on, the island comes alive with The Gatehouse (formerly The French Outpost), Pink Pony, and Horns hosting post ride parties with incredible live bands!

Location: Harbor Springs to Mackinaw City

GEAR UP for an Active Summer with the Mackinac Bridge Memorial Weekend Race. The only time of year that runners are allowed to run the Mackinac Bridge will be this year on May 23rd. Advance registration for the race will begin starting January 1st, 2009. Must register in advance and be able to run a minimum of 12 minutes per mile pace to race in the event.

Event: Foot Race
Time: 6:00 am
Location: Headquarters at Mackinaw City Recreation Complex/Ice Arena
Contact Information: Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau
E-Mail: info@mackinawcity.com
Phone: 231-436-5664

Mackinaw City, MI: Over 400 cast members will re-create events that took place between the French, British and Indian tribes, on June 2, 1763. This historically rich event will take place for the 43rd consecutive year. The Fort Michilimackinac Pageant is the longest running, free historical Memorial Day performance in the Nation. Visitors will meet famous Indian Chiefs: Minavavans and Matchekewis of the Ojibwa tribe and will Wawatam who becomes a blood brother to Alexander Henry and later saves his life.

Event: Memorial Weekend
Time: Saturday, May 23, 2009 & May 24th, & May 25th, 2009
Location: Colonial Michilimackinac
Contact Information: Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant
E-Mail: kvieau@nmo.net
Phone: 231-436-5574 or 1-888-455-8100
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Free. A brief and informal Memorial Day observance at Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery, to pay tribute to the soldiers who served at Fort Mackinac. Soldiers will assemble at 8:30a.m. at Fort Mackinac. They will march to the cemetery, perform a short ceremony and salute, and return to the fort. Open to the public.

Event: Observance
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery on Mackinac Island
Contact Information: MSHP
Phone: 1-231-436-4100

This festival features days of activities and ends with one of the largest festival parades in Michigan.
See over 100 different species of lilacs throughout the splendor of Mackinac Island. A day on Mackinac Island during the Lilac Festival is the perfect Spring getaway.

Event: Lilac Festival
Time: Various Times
Location: Various Places On Mackinac Island
Contact Information: Mackinac Island Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 1-800-454-5227

Join us for a one of a kind bike tour, that has become a tradition for many bikers in Michigan and in surrounding states. On Saturday, June 13th, over 400 participants celebrate a 25, 50, 75, or 100 mile bike tour along the shores of Lake Michigan. The routes are clearly marked and a number of rest areas dot the course. SAG Safety Wagons also circle the route to ensure safety for riders.

Event: Biking
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Location: Mackinaw City High School
Contact Information: Greater Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
E-Mail: kelly@mackinawchamber.com
Phone: 231-436-5774 or 888-455-8100
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One of Michigans Largest Festival Parades.

Event: Parade
Location: Main Street
Contact Information: Mackinac Island Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 1-800-454-5227

The first of three auto-related events, this show features original and restored classic and antique vehicles on display along the downtown waterfront. Period clothing, entertainment, and a Mackinac Bridge rally all add to the festivities. 
19th - Registration, Mackinac Bridge Rally 
20th - Vehicles on Display

Event: Auto Show
Time: Various
Location: St.Ignace

One of the largest all-make, all-model shows in the country! Over 3,000 antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles take part in this internationally acclaimed event.

Event: Auto Show
Time: Friday - 7:00p.m. - Parade, Saturday - throughout the day
Location: Downtown St.Ignace
Contact Information: St.Ignace Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 800-970-8717
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Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau to host the Mackinaw City Arts and Craft Show on June 27th and June 28th at Conkling Heritage Park on South Huron Avenue.
The Show is Juried and will feature many artists from around the country. Exhibits to include paintings, woodwork, hand-crafted jewelry, hand-designed clothing, self published books, nature photography, gourmet dips and salsa, seasonal decor and much more.

Event: Art Fair
Time: 10:00 a.m. till 7:00p.m. on Saturday, and 10:00a.m. till 3:00p.m. on Sunday
Location: Conkling Heritage Park
Contact Information: Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau
E-Mail: info@mackinawcity.com
Phone: 1-800-750-0160
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Celebrate an all American 4th of July in Mackinaw City.

Scheduled Events

• 1pm to 3pm - Enjoy games on the Marina Lawn (Fun for all ages)
• 9pm to Dusk - Straits Area Concert Band to perform at Conkling Heritage Park
• At Dusk -  the largest fireworks display in Northern Michigan (Shot off over the bay)

Event: July 4th
Time: - Fireworks at Dusk
Location: Conkling Heritage Park, Mackinaw Crossings, Marina Lawn
Contact Information: Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau
E-Mail: info@mackinawcity.com
Phone: 231-436-5664 or 1-800-666-0160
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Yachts in the Chicago to Mackinac Yacht Race should begin crossing the finishing line in the Mackinaw City area ~ noon on July 19th. The fastest boat on record came in at 23 hours, 30 minutes, and 34 seconds in 2002.

Time: 12:00pm
Location: Boats will pass under the Mackinac Bridge heading East
Contact Information: Greg Miarecki
E-Mail: racecoordinator@chicagoyachtclub.org

Skippers may choose to race north on Lake Huron from Port Huron, race the 235-mile Shore Line Course up the Michigan coastline, or the 290-mile Southampton Course, which directs sailors toward Southampton Ontario, and then to the finish line at Mackinac Island.

The fastest boats will usually finish Sunday evening.

 

The Mackinaw Area Historical Society invites everyone to an old-fashioned celebration of summer, 1880's style, on Saturday, August 1st, 2009 at their historical village site on Wilderness Park Drive.  The event will feature fun, food, music, vintage baseball, and tours of our restored one-room, Freedom School and Pest House Infirmary.

Event: celebration
Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Historical Village in Mackinaw City
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The International Ironworker Festival is an annual event held each summer Mackinaw City. It attracts ironworkers from across the United States and Canada to compete in friendly competition. It is open to the General Public, although only ironworkers and retirees can compete in the skilled events. These events include knot tying, rod tying, rivet toss, spud throw, column climb (Field Event), and the World Championship Column Climb.

Event: Ironworkers
Time: Various Times Throughout the Weekend
Location: Mackinaw City High School
Contact Information: Ken Dumas
Phone: 269-962-8511
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Mackinaw City, Michigan is the site for the annual Corvette Crossroads event held August 28th and what a fun place to be. This event hosted by the Greater Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce and supported by the area businesses is definitely a must for Corvette vacationers.

Event: Auto Show
Time: Auto Show starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday
Location: Mackinaw Crossings Parking Lot
Contact Information: Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
E-Mail: kelly@mackinawchamber.com
Phone: 231-436-5574 or 1-888-455-8100
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Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau to host the Mackinaw City Arts and Craft Show on August 29th and 30th at the Conkling Heritage Waterfront Park on South Huron Avenue. 
The Show is Juried and will feature many artists from around the country. Exhibits to include paintings, woodwork, hand-crafted jewelry, hand-designed clothing, self published books, nature photography, gourmet dips and salsa, seasonal decor and much more.

Event: Art Fair
Time: 10:00 a.m. till 7:00p.m. on Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. on Sunday
Location: Conkling Heritage Waterfront Park
Contact Information: Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau
E-Mail: info@mackinawcity.com
Phone: 800-750-0160
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Monday, September 7th : 51st Labor Day Bridge Walk

Join thousands of pedestrians as they participate in a long standing tradition, the LABOR DAY BRIDGE WALK. The walk begins at 7:00 a.m. on Labor Day and concludes at 11:00a.m. This is the only day of the year that walking the "Mighty Mac" is allowed.    

Event: Bridge Walk
Location: Mackinac City and Mackinac Bridge
Contact Information: Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau
E-Mail: info@mackinawcity.com
Phone: 800-666-0160
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Join us for a one of a kind bike tour, that has become a tradition for many bikers in Michigan and in surrounding states. On Saturday, September 19th, over 300 participants celebrate a 25, 50, 75, or 100 mile bike tour along the shores of Lake Michigan. The routes are clearly marked and a number of rest areas dot the course. SAG Safety Wagons also circle the route to ensure safety for riders.

Event: Biking
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Location: Mackinaw City High School
Contact Information: Greater Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
E-Mail: kelly@mackinawchamber.com
Phone: 231-436-5574 or 1-888-455-8100
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See these awesome semi trucks - customized cabs, extraordinary paint/art work and neon light displays.

Location: St.Ignace Downtown / Parade through Mackinaw City Downtown
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Celebrate the fall colors in Mackinaw, during the Fall Shoppers Festival. 

Event: Shoppers Festival
Location: Area Retail Shops
Contact Information: Greater Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
E-Mail: kelly@mackinawchamber.com
Phone: 231-436-5574 or 1-888-455-8100
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