Vehicles, music, foods, even the wild and wacky, take center stage this month around the state. Get your summer fun on at some of these intriguing events. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in August 2021. July 30-August 8 Coast Guard Festival – Grand Haven Of all the summer festivals, this is one of
Our state has reopened and many of our favorite events are back. Summer hits full swing this month with fireworks, parades, and plenty of beach time. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in July 2021. July 9-11 Blake’s Lavender Festival – Armada It’s lavender season and it smells so good! Take a tranquility break
What’s not to love about the shortest month of winter? It brings us the Super Bowl. Then there's a day dedicated entirely to love. Finally, there are our 12 things to do in Michigan in February 2021. February 1-6 Craft Beverage Week – Kalamazoo Traditionally known as the town’s Beer Week, this year, Kalamazoo is expanding its
Some things may be different this October, but we’re still a state filled with crisp autumn air, stunning shores, spectacular fall foliage, and of course cider and doughnuts. Fall means plenty ways to have fun, even this year. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in October 2020. October 1-3,8-10,15-17,22-24 Glass Pumpkin Fest – Dearborn
As we continue to adjust to our new reality, some live events are taking place in modified form. Meanwhile, others are being adapted to a virtual form. Either way, there are lots of fun options to explore this month. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in September 2020. September 1-5 Chairlift Ride at Crystal
Butterflies emerging, crocuses popping out, NCAA basketball madness, what’s not to love about March? That includes our 12 things to do in Michigan in March 2020. March 1-8 Downtown Marquette Restaurant Week – Marquette Celebrate the local flavors of Downtown Marquette’s dining scene during the seventh annual Downtown Marquette Restaurant Week, March 1 – 8, 2020. Participating
There’s an extra day for fun this month, as we celebrate a leap year. Why not take some extra time to enjoy this special month? Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in February 2020. February 1 Treetops Annual Wine & Beer Festival – Gaylord What could be more relaxing than spending an evening in
The North American International Auto Show is moving to the summer, which means many people will be in search of some new ways to spend this month. So, check out our 12 things to do in Michigan in January 2020. January 4-6 and 11-13 MIS Backyard Hockey Tournament – Brooklyn Michigan International Speedway has created a unique experience for
March brings “Madness,” unpredictable weather, kite-flying season, and the long-awaited arrival of spring. It also has loads of enjoyable event opportunities. Here are 12 things to do in Michigan in March 2019. March 1-3 DSO Heroes & Villains Concert – Detroit What do you get when you cross the incredibly talented musicians of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra
We're finally seeing some relief from the polar vortex so it's time shake off that cabin fever and have some fun. Check out our favorite things to do in Michigan in February 2019. Feb 2,9,16,23 Snowshoes, Vines & Wines – Suttons Bay As long as there is snow on the ground, Black Star Farms invites you to snowshoe on
For those of us who choose to live in Michigan, embracing each season is part of the joy. The state is a winter wonderland come this time of year, with plenty of cool events and opportunities. Here are our 12 things to do in January 2019. Jan 5 Treetops Skiable Feast – Gaylord Often the only downside to enjoying
School is back in session, but fun still abounds across the state. We now turn our attention toward cider mills, football games, and trees bursting with color. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in September 2018. September 6-9 Festival of the Pines – Lake City Michigan produces more than a million Christmas trees each
This month heats up with the last of the great summer fests, fairs, and cruises. Here are our things to do in Michigan in August 2018. August 2-5 Rendezvous in Mackinaw-18TH Century Trade Fair – Mackinaw City Travel back in time. Learn what trade was like in Michigan in the 1700s and 1800s through this fun and
Boating, beaching, baseball, and of course fairs and fests galore are in full force this month. These are our things to do in Michigan in July 2018. July 5-7 Bay City Fireworks Festival – Bay City Many communities offer up some firework displays this time of year, but few do it like the folks in Bay City.
The weather is downright hot, graduates are marching, and fests are on the rise. Summer has finally arrived in Michigan, and so have a huge bevy of events. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in June 2018. June 1-3 Lyon Township International Kite Festival – New Hudson Here’s hoping for a few light breezes
This month is full of art, music, flowers, and of course, opportunities to salute our brave troops, past and present. Below are our 12 things to do in Michigan in May 2018. May 4 Downtown Art Walk – Tecumseh This is a lovely time of year for an evening stroll. You can hardly find a sweeter town
Maple running in trees and fools running in the streets are just two of the ways Michigan comes to life after a sleepy winter this spring. Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in April 2018. April 5-7 Grand Rapids Film Festival – Grand Rapids Unlike some other film fests, this event focuses equal attention
She seems to be coming in like a lion, but we’re all looking forward to her going out like a lamb. Regardless of weather, this start of spring always brings some tremendous opportunities for revelry. Below are our 12 things to do in Michigan in March 2018. March 5-10 KBS Week – Grand Rapids AND Detroit One
The arrival of February makes us realize spring will eventually come, but not until we have some more winter fun. So, check out our 12 things to do in Michigan in February 2018. Feb 1-28 The Science Behind Pixar – Dearborn The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation takes guests behind the animated curtains of Pixar this
It may be chilly, but our state is also a winter wonderland come this time of year. Get out and explore, or at least eat and drink, depending on your style. There are lots of cool, or downright cold ways to enjoy Michigan in January. Below are our 12 things to do in Michigan in January 2018.
