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January
January 14 - 16, 2010
Winterfest
Professional Snow Sculpting Competition.
Professional Snow Sculptors create a variety of amazing sculptors from a mere block of snow.
Next to Traverse Bay Wollen Co. on Huron Ave. both daily and night.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce. 888-455-8100.
January 16, 2010
Winterfest Ice Fishing Tournament
Carp Lake Mi
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
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February
February 6 - 7, 2010
Mackinaw Mush Sled Dog Race
Sanctioned ISDA event with purse of $2,000.00 consisting of 50 mile event featuring 6 & 10 dog teams. Begins next to the Shepler's parking lot. Race begins at 9:00 am and continues throughout the day.
888-455-8100
February 20, 2010
Ice Fishing Tournament
Carp Lake Launch Area
Carp Lake Mi
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
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May
May 29 - 31, 2010
47th Annual Memorial Weekend Pageant
Features a re-enactment of the Indians capturing the Fort. Over 200 local residents participate.
Colonial Michilimackinac on Saturday 5/29/10 at 3:30pm, on Sunday 5/30 and Mon 5/31 at 2:30 p.m.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
May 29, 2010
7th Annual Mackinaw Bridge Race
May 29, 2010
47th Annual Memorial Weekend Parade
A colorful parade featuring a variety of floats and bands.
Begins at the Mackinaw City Pier on South Huron at 1:00pm
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
May 29, 2010
Memorial Weekend Fireworks
Fireworks shot off over the bay.
Over the Bay At Dusk.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
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June
June 4 - 13, 2010
Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island
61th annual festival features days of activities and ends with the largest festival parade in Michigan.
Various sites for each event.
Various times for each event.
Mackinac Island Chamber of Commerce 800-454-5227
June 12 - 13, 2010
Big Mac Shoreline Spring Bike Tour
Enjoy a 25,50,75 or 100 mile bike ride along the scenic shoreline of Lake Michigan.
Begins at the Mackinaw City High School on West Central Ave. 75, 100 milers at 7:30am / 25,50 milers at 8:00am
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
June 13, 2010
Lilac Festival Grand Parade
Begins at Mission Point Resort and travels through the downtown area.
From Mission Point through downtown 4:00pm
Mackinac Island Chamber of Commerce 800-454-5227
June 12- 13, 2010
Annual Fudge Classic Foot Race
Includes 5k and 10k run and a Sunday morning jog across the Mackinac Bridge for those who qualify
Begins at the Mackinaw City High School on West Central Ave. Begins Saturday 6/12 at 9:00 am and Sunday 6/14/09
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
June 13, 2010
Paradise Lake Bass Tournament
Two person per boat bass fishing tournament on Paradise Lake. Runs from 6:00 am until 2:00 pm. $65.00 entry fee and is limited to the first 60 teams only. First place prize is $1000.00
Cathy Freebairn 231-537-4874
June 19 - 20, 2010
Mackinaw Kite Festival
The skies in Mackinaw City will be filled with brilliant colors, with many shapes and sizes of kites.
Conkling Heritage Park during the day.
www.Mackinaw City Tourist Bureau 800-666-0160
June 24 - 26, 2010
Straits Area Antique Auto Show
Enjoy the largest car show in the nation including a parade of lights featuring cars of all years and makes.
On the Bay each day features different events and attractions.
St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce 800-338-6660
June 26 - 27, 2010
Mackinaw City Fine Arts and Craft Show
Juried Art Show featuring artists from around the country.
Located on South Huron next to Traverse Bay Woolen Saturday 6/26 from 10:00am-7:00pm. Sunday 6/27, 10:00 am - 5:00pm.
Rainbow Promotions 517-548-5450.
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July
July - September 1, 2010 Vesper Cruise
A non-denominational one and a half hour cruise every Sunday evening from mid June through Labor Day.
Begins at the Mackinaw City Pier every Sunday Evening at 8:00pm
Jerry Prior 231-436-5902
July 1 - 31, 2010
Music in Mackinaw
This musical event features outstanding musicians Tuesday and Saturday July thru August.
In the Performance Shell located in Conkling Heritage Park 8:00pm
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100.
July 2-3, 2010
Carp Lake "Summerfest " Festival
Events scheduled for downtown Carp Lake as well as on the waterfront.
Bob Smith 231-537-2182
July 4, 2010
Mackinaw City Fourth of July Fireworks
Enjoy games on the Marina Lawn beginning at 1:00pm and ending with fireworks at dusk.
The Mackinaw City Pier located on South Huron Ave. beginning at 1:30 pm and continuing til dark.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100.
July 09- 11, 2010
27th Annual Blissfest
Music festival in Cross Village
www.blissfest.org.
July 17- 18, 2010
Port Huron to Mackinac Yacht Race - Mackinaw Island
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100.
July 24- 25, 2010
Chicago to Mackinac Yacht Race - Mackinaw Island
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100.
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August
Aug. 7 - 8, 2010 Battle for Michigan Territority...War of 1812 & Spirits of the North Trade Fair & Rendezvous
An 18th century encampment where goods, such as jewelry and tools, from that time period are for sale.
Next to Traverse Bay Woolen Company. Runs daily throughout the day and evening.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
August 3, 2010
Mackinaw City Antique Show
Area Antique Shops display and sell antiques.
Mackinaw City High School on West Central Avenue. 9:00am -6:00pm
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
August 7, 2010
Mackinaw Area Historic Festival.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
August 13 - 15 , 2010
International Ironworkers Festival
A festival where ironworkers from all over compete in various athletic competitions. Mackinaw City High School on West Central Avenue. Competition throughout the day.
Ken Dumas 616-962-8511
August 7, 2010
Les Cheneaux Antique Wooden Boat Show & Festival - Hessel, MI.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
August 14, 2010
4th Annual Earthworks Festival
Mackinaw Area Tourist Bureau 800-666-0160
August 27 - 28, 2010
Corvette Crossroads Auto Show
Features a parade of Corvettes on Friday night and visitor viewing and voting on Saturday.
The Mackinaw City Pier Parade begins at 7:00pm on Saturday.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
August 28 - 29, 2010
Mackinaw City Fine Arts and Craft Show
This juried art fair has various unique items for sale.
Next to Traverse Bay Woolen Co. on South Huron Ave Saturday from 10:00am-7:00pm and Sunday from 10:00am.
Rainbow Promotions 517-548-5450
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September
September 6, 2010, 53rd Annual Labor Day Bridge Walk
Enjoy the one and only day that people are allowed to walk on the spectacular Mackinac Bridge.
The north end of the Mackinac Bridge. Walkers are permitted to begin walking at 7:00am
Mackinac Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
September 10 - 11, 2010
Hopps of Fun... A Festival of Beer and Wine
Enjoy sampling a variety of Michigan beers and wines along with musical entertainment.
Conkling Heritage Park from 5:00-10:00 pm and Saturday from 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
Mackinaw Area Tourist Bureau 800-666-0160.
September 11 , 2010
3rd Annual Owosso Tractor Parts Antique Tractor Bridge Crossing 10 am.
St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce. 800-338-6660.
September 17 - 19, 2010
Annual Big Truck Show in St. Ignace
St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce. 800-338-6660.
September 18- 19, 2010
Big Mac Shoreline Fall Scenic Bike Tour
Enjoy a 25,50,75, or 100 mile scenic bike tour along the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan.
Begins at the Mackinaw City High School on West Central Ave. 75 and 100 milers begin from 7:00am-8:00am. 25 and 50 milers at 8:00am - 9:00 am.
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100.
September 11, 2010
The Mackinaw Cup Golf Outing
This event is a four person scramble featuring various events including a $10,000 putt contest.
Mackinaw Area Tourist Bureau 800-666-0160.
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OCTOBER
October 8 - 17, 2010 Fall Shoppers Festival and The Great Pumpkin Hunt.
Weekend specials at most stores including cash prizes and prize drawings.
Area retails stores throughout Mackinaw City. Time varies according to store hours
Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce 888-455-8100
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