Memorial Day Parades & Services in Northern Michigan
Northern Michigan communities offer many Memorial Day events: a great way to begin another summer season and remember those who gave all.
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Music, art, food, and fun all come together for a terrific family event celebrating the New Year at the Crooked Tree Arts Center in downtown Petoskey.
This Northern Michigan event is alcohol free and designed for all ages. Participants can choose from a variety of activities and move throughout them all evening. Tickets are $5 for Kids age 2-18, $10 for Adults, and kids under age 2 get in free.
The event is held from 5-9pm at the corner of Division and Mitchell Streets in downtown Petoskey.
461 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey
500 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey
The highlight of the evening is the “Midnight at 9” ball drop on Division Street at 9pm!
Find beauty and relaxation in Petoskey. This 6,000 person community nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Little Traverse Bay is a destination for visitors because it has so much to offer. Read the stories below or go to the Petoskey destination page.
A walking tour of Petoskey actually is a history lesson as many of the buildings date from the 1870's to the 1930's.
Crooked Tree Arts Center is a place where artists from northern Michigan can display their talents and artwork to the public.
North Central Michigan College's Natural Area in Petoskey includes over five miles of trails that run through unique habitats.
Petoskey, in Northern Michigan, offers fun and eclectic events for people of all ages throughout the year.
This 36 acre, 1.5 mile long Bear River Valley in Petoskey is truly spectacular and filled with natural beauty and things to do.
Petoskey State Park is one of the premier destinations for campers and outdoor lovers and is tucked away between Petoskey and Harbor Springs.
Within the historic Chicago/West Michigan railroad depot in Petoskey, the Little Traverse History Museum is a history filled gem.
Harris Gardens at North Central Michigan College is a spectacular sculpture garden filled with 26 pieces of vibrant art.
Petoskey is a small community nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Little Traverse Bay and has many activities and attractions to see..
Crooked Tree Arts Center
461 E. Mitchell St.
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-4337
crookedtree.org
Northern Michigan communities offer many Memorial Day events: a great way to begin another summer season and remember those who gave all.
Charlevoix is a bustling community nestled between Lake Michigan and Round Lake and hosts many festivals and events throughout the year.
An amazing array of activities like parades, fireworks, and more, make the 4th of July a special day in Northern Michigan.
This 3-day festival in Boyne City begins with a run along Lake Charlevoix and ends with fireworks, with food, fun, and more in between!
Each August, the Mackinac Island Fudge Festival celebrates this delight with music and activities throughout the weekend.
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Young State Park outside Boyne City is a ‘year round delight for campers, hikers, snow lovers, swimmers and nature lovers.
The Andrew J. Blackbird Museum is named for a counselor who helped Native American veterans. Native American artifacts fill the museum space.
The National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods is a 55′ x 22′ redwood cross cut from one redwood tree and with a 28′ tall bronze crucifix.
Fisherman’s Island State Park has more than 2,600 acres and miles of gorgeous Lake Michigan beach and is located just south of Charlevoix.
Sailing is a special pastime that often brings friends together in Northern Michigan. And no wonder. The sailing here is wonderful.
The Headlands, just west of Mackinaw City, is one of six International Dark Sky Parks in the U.S. and one of nine in the world.
Wildlife sanctuary Thorne Swift Nature Preserve is located 3 1/2 miles north of Harbor Springs, between Lower Shore Drive and Lake Michigan.
Arch Rock is a geologic wonder on Mackinac Island and stands 146′ over the Lake Huron shoreline- nearly 15 stories tall.
With miles of scenic trails terrain and local snowmobile clubs, Northern Michigan is the place to bring the snow sleds in the winter.
Built during World War II to haul heavy materials during the winter, the Icebreaker Mackinaw was in service for 62 years then became a museum.