Category: Festivals
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Mackinac Island Named America’s Best Place to Visit for Fall and Launches First-Ever Fall Fudge Festival
Mackinac Island—freshly crowned USA TODAY 10Best’s “Best Place to Visit for Fall”—will host its first-ever Fall Fudge Festival October 2–4, 2025. Enjoy fudge-making demos, bike tours with cider stops, and pumpkin-spice fudge while soaking in brilliant Great Lakes fall colors on this iconic, car-free Michigan island.
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Michigan Fall Color Getaways: Family-Friendly Spots for Moms Who Need a Break Too
As fall approaches, plan a family trip to see Michigan’s autumn colors. From Porcupine Mountains to Pictured Rocks, and Sleeping Bear Dunes to Tahquamenon Falls, these destinations offer stunning fall beauty. Take cozy accommodation, plan for mid-40s to mid-60s (°F) temperatures, and enjoy local festivals for a memorable experience. Pack snacks, embrace the season, and…
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Hancock Named 2026 Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture — A U.S. First
Hancock, Michigan has been named the 2026 Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture, the first city in the U.S. to receive the honor. The year will feature international cultural exchanges, festivals, and events celebrating the city’s deep Finnish-American roots and its role in preserving Finno-Ugric traditions.
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Experience Croatian & Slovenian Traditions at CroFest Calumet—Free and Fun for All!
CroFest debuts in Calumet, Michigan, August 9–10, 2025, celebrating Croatian and Slovenian culture with authentic Balkan food, music, dance, genealogy talks, and family fun. The free festival coincides with Calumet’s 150th anniversary and the Calumet Theatre’s 125th. Don’t miss this rich cultural event in the Copper Country!
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Boom on the Bay: Traverse City’s International Fireworks Festival Lights Up Fall
Six world-class fireworks teams. One epic weekend. Here’s everything parents need to know about making this September show in Traverse City a family tradition.
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Unplug this Fall at the Keweenaw’s Dark Sky Festival
The first-ever Great Lakes Aurora Dark Sky Jamboree (GLAD JAM) is coming to Houghton, Michigan, September 11–14, 2025. This family-friendly event combines aurora viewing, stargazing, science workshops, and community fun amid the stunning dark skies of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Register now for this unforgettable fall experience.