Category: Autumn
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Fall Fun in Frankenmuth at the Bavarian Blacksmith Experience
The Bavarian Blacksmith Experience in Frankenmuth is heating up fall with hands-on fun. Guests can forge or purchase their own Harvest Knife, Herb Chopper, or Spooky Pendant—each customized with runes, initials, or dates. It’s the perfect autumn activity for families, couples, or anyone ready to make something extraordinary by hand.
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Kid-Friendly Wineries in Traverse City (and Why Now’s the Perfect Time to Visit)
Traverse City’s wineries aren’t just for adults—they’re for families who love fall colors, crisp air, and a good glass of Michigan wine. From the barnyard fun at Black Star Farms to cherry sodas and lawn games at Cherry Republic, these kid-friendly wineries make it easy for parents to sip while kids explore. Fall is the…
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Attending a USA Hockey Game in Plymouth, Michigan
Our family of five spent an unforgettable night at the USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, cheering on the U.S. Under-18 Team against Notre Dame. Between autograph night, flying T-shirts, and rubber ducks on ice, it was the perfect mix of small-town fun and big-league excitement — all for under $35 at the concession stand.
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The Dixboro Project: A Family Afternoon at The Outpost and The Boro
Our family of five spent a perfect fall afternoon at The Dixboro Project in Ann Arbor. From ooey-gooey egg sandwiches and wood-fired pizza at The Boro to music and cider at The Outpost, we found a spot where history, nature, and great food meet.
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Celebrate Autumn at the Tahquamenon Falls Harvest Festival in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Celebrate autumn at the Tahquamenon Falls Harvest Festival on Sept. 27 at the Lower Falls Campgrounds. Enjoy hayrides with Smokey Bear, a camper chili cook-off, pumpkin decorating, and archery while exploring the stunning Upper and Lower Falls—a classic Michigan Upper Peninsula fall getaway for families.
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Fly Above Michigan’s Fall Colors: Keweenaw Seaplane Tours Soar Over Peak Autumn Foliage
See Michigan’s Upper Peninsula like never before on an Isle Royale Seaplanes Fall Color Tour, running Sept. 24–Oct. 14, 2025. Soar over the Keweenaw Peninsula during peak foliage, then explore Hubbell, Lake Linden, and Houghton’s Canal Colors Festival for a full day of Pure Michigan fall fun.