20+ Spectacular Northern Michigan Fireworks Shows

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July 3 | Fourth of July at Les Cheneaux Islands | Cedarville

Start your afternoon with live music by Troy Graham at Cedarville Downtown Park from 5:30-8:30 p.m., followed by a Jersey mud eating contest at The Ice Cream Shoppe, and fireworks over Cedarville Bay. 

July 3-4 | Light Up the Sky Celebration | Marquette 

This dazzling display is not to be missed! Marquette will set off fireworks at Ellwood A Mattson Lower Harbor Park on July 3. Then, catch the new Laser Light Show at 10:40 p.m. on July 4 at the Ore Dock for a sensory-friendly experience.

July 4 | Fireworks Over Keweenaw Bay | Baraga

Lumberjack Days in Baraga is an all-day celebration featuring a pancake breakfast, parade, live music, 5K run and more, leading up to fireworks at dusk over Keweenaw Bay.

July 4 | 2024 Bessemer Blast | Bessemer

The Bessemer Blast is one of the Upper Peninsula’s biggest celebrations with events starting on June 26. On the fourth, catch the Giant Parade at 7 p.m., Marty’s Goldenaires Concert at 9:15 p.m. on Massie Field, and a spectacular fireworks show at 10 p.m. 

July 4 | Fourth of July Celebration | Munising

Downtown Munising’s Independence Day is packed with activities, food vendors, rides, games, live music, and a grand fireworks show at dusk.

July 4 | Fourth of July Fireworks | Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Watch fireworks sparkle over the St. Marys River after dark. Brady Park is the recommended spot, but fireworks will be visible from both sides of the river.

July 4 | Fourth of July Party | St. Ignace

Celebrate Independence Day in downtown St. Ignace with fireworks at dusk (or 10 p.m.) over Moran Bay. Great views are available from the Huron Boardwalk, area restaurants, hotels, or other spots throughout the business district. 

July 6 | Fourth of July at Escanaba | Escanaba

Head to Ludington Park in Escanaba for an unforgettable fireworks display. You’ll want to show up early for food vendors, a car show, a petting zoo, live music and more. Rain date is July 13. 

July 7 | Independence Day Celebration | Curtis 

You’ll love this festive small-town party from the Biggest Little Town Parade to fireworks in front of the Erickson Center for the Arts. 

Benzie & Leelanau Region

July 4 | Fireworks Over Crystal Lake | Beulah 

Beulah’s celebration is packed with family-friendly fun including a parade, games, the 5K Firecracker Run, and a dazzling fireworks display over Crystal Lake around 10:30 p.m.

July 4 | Fourth of July Celebration | Frankfort 

Frankfort’s celebration will feature a parade, carnival, sand castle contest, and other festivities, wrapping up with fireworks at dusk (or 10:30 p.m.).

July 4 | Fourth of July Fireworks | Northport 

Nothing says summer like a beach day… and a great view of Northport’s fireworks! Head to the lawn of the Marina at Bay Front of Haserot Park around 10 p.m. for this patriotic display.

Cadillac, Manistee & Ludington Region

July 4-6 | Greatest Fourth in the North | Lake City

Lake City’s celebration is a local tradition dating back 60 years. Festivities begin with food trucks, vendors, a beverage tent, and family activities, leading up to the grand parade and fireworks over Lake Missaukee at dusk on July 6.

July 3-4 | Freedom Festival | Ludington 

If you’re searching for unbeatable views and family-friendly fun, then Ludington’s the place to be. This year’s Freedom Festival includes a pet parade, 1-mile dash, a grand parade, and fireworks over Lake Michigan at dusk.

July 3-7 | Manistee National Forest Festival | Manistee

Kicking off this year’s festival, the carnival and marketplace will open on July 3. The grand parade will take off at 10 a.m. on July 4, followed by the Roots on the River Bash from 12-9 p.m. at the Jaycees Bandshell. Then, catch fireworks over Lake Michigan at dusk (or 10:30 p.m.) on July 5. Rain date is July 6. 

July 3 | Pentwater Fireworks Show | Pentwater

Pentwater’s fireworks set off over Lake Michigan at the pier, inviting attendees to watch from Charles Mears State Park or with a front-row seat on your boat. 

July 4 | Thunder Over the Dunes | Mears

Watch fireworks sparkle over Silver Lake Sand Dunes starting at about 10 p.m. You’ll see this gorgeous display from all around the dunes or the lake.

Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes Region

July 3 | Shanty Creek’s Fireworks | Bellaire

Cozy up for fireworks over Lake Bellaire. The show will begin at about 9:30 p.m. or dusk behind Shanty Creek’s Lakeview Hotel.

July 3-4 | Fourth of July Festival | Boyne City 

This Fourth of July festival is one of the best around, featuring a full slate of events from a craft show and pie-eating contest to a raft race and more. Best of all, fireworks will set off over Lake Charlevoix around 10:30 p.m. The rain date is July 5. 

July 3 | Torch Lake Fireworks | Rapid City

Whether docking your boat at the Torch Lake Sandbar or watching from around the lake, this fireworks show is one for your bucket list. Rain date is July 4. 

July 4 | The Big Show Over The Little Village | Walloon Lake

Don’t miss live music in Village Green Park, kids activities, and fireworks over Walloon Lake starting at 10:30 p.m.

Kalkaska, Gaylord & Grayling Region

July 6 | Fireworks Over Otsego Lake | Gaylord 

Gorgeous views of Gaylord’s fireworks are available from all around Otsego Lake. The show starts at dusk or 9:30 p.m.; a drone show will light up the sky in sync with the fireworks.

Petoskey, Harbor Springs & The Straits Region

July 3 | Fourth of July Celebration | Bay Harbor 

Don’t miss a parade at 11 a.m. on Main Street, a performance by the Petoskey Steel Drum Band at the village’s Marina lawns around 7 p.m., followed by fireworks over Lake Michigan at dusk. 

July 4 | Fourth of July Fireworks | Harbor Springs

Enjoy loads of family fun in Harbor Springs this Fourth of July, from art in the park to a parade and fireworks over the harbor. 

July 4 | Fourth of July on Mackinac Island | Mackinac Island

This beloved island’s celebration includes a stone-skipping competition at Windermere Point, star-spangled fun at Fort Mackinac and a double-feature fireworks display at dusk (or 10 p.m.). 

July 4 | Mackinaw City Fourth of July | Mackinaw City

Start your evening with a concert at Conkling Heritage Park, followed by one of the largest fireworks displays in Northern Michigan. 

July 4 | Brilliance Over the Bay | Petoskey

There’s no shortage of fun in Petoskey, from Grandpa Shorter’s Parade at 6 p.m. to the Million Dollar Sunset around 9:30 p.m. Then, fireworks will set off over the bay at 10:30 p.m. Tip: find the best view at Petoskey’s Bayfront Park.

Traverse City Region

July 2 | Traverse City Pit Spitters Fireworks | Traverse City

Catch a baseball game at Turtle Creek Stadium and stick around for the post-game fireworks show. 

July 4-7 | Best Fourth in the North | Fife Lake

Enjoy a long weekend of summer fun at Fife Lake. Fireworks are planned for 9:50 p.m. on July 4. 

July 4 | National Cherry Festival’s Fourth of July Fireworks | Traverse City

This patriotic show is a can’t-miss festival event, featuring a stunning display over Grand Traverse Bay. Recommended viewing spots include the Open Space Park, Clinch Park Marina, Bryant Park and the West End Beach.