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20+ Festive Events Across Northern Michigan This December
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 26, 2024 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
These local events will keep you merry and bright all month long. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...
20+ Eclectic Summer Events Happening This Month
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Aug 1, 2024 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Spend the last full month of summer indulging in Cornish pasties, dancing the polka, listening to live music, and exploring more Northern Michigan...
Start Your Summer with 20 Northern Michigan Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 22, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
As summer returns in Northern Michigan, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the...
May 2024 Events: Morels, Mother’s Day & Memorial Day Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Apr 24, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
With spring in full bloom, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate May in Northern Michigan! From Mother's Day brunches to mushroom festivals, here...
20 Things to Do This April in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Mar 27, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Hello, spring! From floral workshops to wine dinners and an Upper Peninsula festival under the stars, here are 20 local events you won't want to...
Where to Catch a Comedy Show in Traverse City
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff | Mar 7, 2024 | Counties, Events, Towns
Share a laugh with friends at these Traverse City comedy shows. This is a web original article from the team at MyNorth Media and Traverse...
Join the Free Oscar Viewing Party at The State Theater
by MyNorth News Service and Rachel Souillere | Mar 7, 2024 | Counties, Events, Towns
The State Theater & Bijou by the Bay have announced a free Oscars screening along with upcoming dates for Oscar-nominated movie screenings....
30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 26, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
March brings exciting early spring and end-of-winter events. From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to laid-back concerts at local venues, here are 30...
January 2024 Events: 15 Winter Events to Kick Off the New Year
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Dec 28, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns
As January's hushed winter days arrive, we find ways to embrace the cold and the cozy with supper clubs at a historic mill, snowy wine walks, comedy...
Comedy Festival Returns to Downtown Traverse City in 2024
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 28, 2023 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns
Get ready to laugh away your winter blues! Traverse City Comedy Fest returns in 2024 with dozens of shows and more than 80 performers at seven...
31 Festive Northern Michigan Events Happening in November
by Ashlyn Korienek, Allison Acosta and MyNorthTickets | Oct 27, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns
November welcomes holiday festivities and end-of-fall events! From wine tastings to holiday markets, light parades and more, here are 31 local...
October 2023: 20 Fall Events to Explore in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek, Allison Acosta and MyNorthTickets | Sep 27, 2023 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
October’s arrival in Northern Michigan signals pumpkin picking, hay rides, cider sipping and harvest festivities. It’s also the perfect time to tack...
August 2023 Events: 20+ Things to Do in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek, MyNorthTickets and Allison Acosta | Jul 25, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Summer's last hurrah! We’re taking advantage of every second of these sun-shining, vacation-filled days in Northern Michigan with 20+ local events...
Red Hot Best of the Best: Ski Resort, Golf Course, Downtown & More
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff and Rachel Souillere | Jun 21, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Red Hot Best, Towns, Vacation
Meet Red Hot Best 2023's new "Best of the Best" category! These five new categories competed all across Northern Michigan to see who was truly...
Start Your Summer with 30+ Northern Michigan Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 30, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
It's finally feeling like summer in Northern Michigan! We’re kicking off June with 30+ festivals, concerts, community celebrations and more local...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 15 Spring Events to Explore This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 11, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
It's shaping up to be a beautiful spring weekend! If you're searching for the perfect way to get outdoors and explore the vibrant food, arts and...
May Events 2023: Mother’s Day, Memorial Weekend & Wine Month
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 1, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
With spring in full bloom, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate May in Northern Michigan! From Mother's Day brunches to Wine Month excursions,...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 12 Events to Explore This Weekend, April 27-30
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Apr 27, 2023 | Counties, Events, Farm and Agriculture, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
We're wrapping up April in Northern Michigan with wildflower hikes at Sleeping Bear Dunes, birding at nature preserves, an alpaca meet and greet,...
12 Festive Summer Events to Explore in the Upper Peninsula
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Apr 17, 2023 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Summer is just around the corner! Find out what’s in store at Erickson Center for the Arts, a nonprofit arts organization located in Michigan’s...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 11 Concerts & Events Happening This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Apr 12, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Spring events are in full swing! From a best-selling author visit in Walloon Lake to a country music showcase in the Upper Peninsula, check out...
21 Northern Michigan Events to Explore This April 2023
by Ashlyn Korienek and Allison Acosta | Mar 28, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
We’re celebrating spring in Northern Michigan with Easter brunches, comedy shows, Earth Day activities and stargazing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula....
Ashlyn’s Picks: Dinners, Concerts & St. Patrick’s Day Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Mar 16, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Ready for a relaxing and fun-filled weekend? From St. Patrick's Day celebrations to concerts and exclusive dining experiences, check out these 8...
Ashlyn’s Picks: March’s Best Concerts, Comedy Shows & Plays
by Ashlyn Korienek | Mar 8, 2023 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
With spring on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get out of the house and enjoy craft beverages, good company and live entertainment. Check...
17 Can’t-Miss Northern Michigan Events Happening This March
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 27, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
When March rolls around in Northern Michigan, we welcome end-of-season skiing, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, outdoor events and more across the...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 7 Winter Events to Wrap Up February 2023
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 23, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns
From a comedy show to a winter wine country experience, celebrate the last weekend of February 2023 with these seven Northern Michigan events....
Ballet Meets Broadway at this March 11 Traverse City Show
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 21, 2023 | Counties, Events, Towns
Ballet meets Broadway at Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre's upcoming show “Scenes From a Park,” held at Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City on...
20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February
by Ashlyn Korienek, MyNorthTickets and Allison Acosta | Jan 25, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners...
Ashlyn’s Picks: Events Happening This Weekend January 13-15
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 12, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
On the hunt for weekend plans? From outdoor adventures to exciting indoor concerts, you're not going to want to miss these Northern Michigan events...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Winter Events Taking Place This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jan 5, 2023 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Why stay home this weekend when you can explore the snow-covered beauty of winter in Northern Michigan? Check out these 10 local events taking place...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 18 Christmas & New Year’s Eve Celebrations
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 20, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
We’re counting down the final days of 2022! Whether you’re searching for an upscale dinner or a family-friendly holiday party, you’ll want to check...
Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Festive Events Happening This Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 8, 2022 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
'Tis the season to celebrate! From a Santa meet and greet to a local Christmas concert or festive shopping experience, here are 10 upcoming holiday...
20+ Festive Holiday Events Across Michigan this December
by MyNorthTickets, Ashlyn Korienek and Rachel Souillere | Nov 29, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Welcome winter and the holiday season with a plethora of festive events for the entire family. Get into the holiday spirit with these 20+ Northern...
Libby’s Picks: Northern Michigan Events Happening this Weekend Nov. 4-6
by Libby Stallman | Nov 3, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From Northern Michigan's biggest mountain bike race to a wine dinner in Bellaire with a favorite Elk Rapids winery, here are the events near you...
Celebrate the Holidays at the Annual Deck the Walls Holiday Gala
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 1, 2022 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Welcome the holiday season with Erickson Center for the Arts on November 26 at the annual Deck the Walls Holiday Gala, featuring a silent auction,...
TC Comedy Festival Lineup Announced & Tickets On Sale Now
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 1, 2022 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns
A new comedy festival featuring more than 40 comedians performing at five downtown venues is coming to Traverse City in February 2023. Dive in for...
25+ Can’t-Miss November Events in Northern Michigan
by MyNorthTickets, Ashlyn Korienek and Rachel Souillere | Oct 28, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From the start of holiday celebrations to end-of-fall festivities, November is packed with exciting Northern Michigan events. Dive in for holiday...
Spooktacular October Events Happening this Week in Northern Michigan
by Libby Stallman | Oct 26, 2022 | Counties, Events
From fall fun for the whole family to the best ways to celebrate Halloween Up North, here are the spooktacular events happening this week in...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend Oct. 21-23
by Libby Stallman and Rachel Souillere | Oct 21, 2022 | Events, Uncategorized
Libby's Picks are back for Fall! From Frankfort's annual film festival to Traverse City's favorite chili cook-off, here are the Northern Michigan...
Libby’s Picks: Can’t-Miss Weekend Events September 15-24
by Libby Stallman | Sep 15, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From a hot air balloon festival in Bay Harbor to Traverse City's annual Germanfest, here are the Northern Michigan events happening now through...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend Sept. 8-11
by Libby Stallman | Sep 7, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From Harvest Days on Leelanau Peninsula to an annual winery Harvest BBQ party in Suttons Bay, here are the can't-miss Northern Michigan events...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Labor Day Weekend
by Libby Stallman | Aug 31, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From the Glen Arbor annual sidewalk sale to the Marquette blues fest, here are the Northern Michigan events you’re not going to want to miss this...
Final Ode to Summer: Northern Michigan Events this September 2022
by MyNorthTickets and Ashlyn Korienek | Aug 29, 2022 | Events, Towns
Celebrate the final weeks of summer and prepare to welcome a gorgeous Northern Michigan fall with these local events, end-of-summer celebrations and...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend August 25-28
by Libby Stallman | Aug 24, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From the annual Polka Festival in Cedar to a Summer Wine Dinner Series at WaterFire Vineyards, here are the Northern Michigan events you’re not...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend August 18-21
by Libby Stallman | Aug 17, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From celebrating the new Boardman Lake Loop in Traverse City to a rubber ducky race in Bellaire, here are the Northern Michigan events you’re not...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend Aug. 11-14
by Libby Stallman | Aug 10, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From a Pirate Festival in Boyne City to outdoor yoga at a winery on Old Mission Peninsula, here are the Northern Michigan Events you’re not going to...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend July 28-31
by Libby Stallman | Jul 28, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From the long-awaited return of the Traverse City Film Festival to Grow Benzie's Blues & Zydeco Fundraiser, here are the Northern Michigan...
30+ Events to Check Out this August 2022 in Northern Michigan
by MyNorthTickets and Ashlyn Korienek | Jul 27, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
The final ode to summer! August welcomes everything from festivals and craft shows to concerts in the park. Don't miss the last full month of summer...
Libby’s Picks: Northern Michigan Events Happening this Weekend July 21-24
by Libby Stallman | Jul 21, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From music on the bay in Northport to SUP yoga on East Bay, here are the Northern Michigan events you won’t want to miss this weekend, July 21-24,...
Libby’s Picks: Northern Michigan Events Happening this Weekend July 14-17
by Libby Stallman | Jul 14, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From Gaylord's famed Alpenfest to yoga on Old Mission Peninsula, here are the Northern Michigan Events you won't want to miss this weekend, July...
Behind the Magic of the Cherry Fest + Favorite Can’t-Miss Events
by Rachel Souillere | Jul 2, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From decades-long volunteers to can’t-miss festival events, here are all the details and stories you need to celebrate Traverse City's National...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening This Weekend in Northern Michigan July 1-4
by Libby Stallman | Jun 29, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From kicking off the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City to yoga with a view at Bonobo Winery on Old Mission Peninsula, here are the Northern...
25 Summer Events You Won’t Want to Miss This July 2022
by MyNorthTickets and Ashlyn Korienek | Jun 24, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From Michigan Legacy Art Park's Summer Sounds Series to the return of the Traverse City Film Festival, here are the 25 Northern Michigan events you...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening This Weekend June 24-26
by Libby Stallman | Jun 23, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From yoga in Suttons Bay to summer festivals on Lake Michigan, here are the Northern Michigan events you’re not going to want to miss this weekend,...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend June 17-19
by Libby Stallman | Jun 16, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
From boat shows to summer festivals, here are 10 events you're not going to want to miss this weekend in Northern Michigan, selected just for you by...
‘Hamilton’ Cast Member to Star in Interlochen Shakespeare Festival
by MyNorth News Service | Jun 9, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Grammy Award-winning Broadway performer Sydney James Harcourt, an original cast member of Hamilton, is set to star in Interlochen Center for the...
9 Summer Events to Explore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jun 8, 2022 | Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Discover what’s in store this summer at the Erickson Center for the Arts, a nonprofit arts organization based in Curtis. From a concert series to...
16 June Events to Celebrate Summer in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek, Rachel Souillere and MyNorthTickets | May 26, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Get ready for Northern Michigan summer fun! Kick off June with outdoor events, festivals, concerts and more, while you explore charming small towns...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend May 27-30
by Libby Stallman | May 26, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Libby’s Picks is Back! Dive in as our MyNorth Media and Traverse Magazine Office Manager extraordinaire Libby Stallman shares the best events...
Libby’s Picks: Events Happening This Weekend May 19-22
by Libby Stallman | May 19, 2022 | Counties, Events, Towns
Libby's Picks is Back! Dive in as our MyNorth Media and Traverse Magazine Office Manager extraordinaire Libby Stallman shares the best events...
3 Can’t Miss Summer Shows at P45’s Summer Theatre Festival
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 13, 2022 | Counties, Events, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Summer in Northern Michigan is just around the corner, which means festivals are too. Don't miss Parallel 45 Theatre's exciting three-show festival...
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Wish You Were Here: Balloons Over Bay Harbor
by Carly Simpson | Sep 4, 2024 | Events, Festivals, Petoskey, Towns, Travel Ideas, Vacation
Balloons Over Bay Harbor is a favorite September event. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription and...
20+ Northern Michigan Events Happening This September
by Ashlyn Korienek | Aug 28, 2024 | Events
The end of summer is upon us, but that doesn't mean the fun is over. From Germanfest to enchanted trails, here are 20+ Northern Michigan events you won't want to miss this month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital...
20+ Eclectic Summer Events Happening This Month
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Aug 1, 2024 | Attractions, Bellaire, Benzie County, Counties, Emmet County, Events, Everyday Fun, Festivals, Food Or Drink, Grand Traverse County, Keweenaw County, Leelanau County, Live Here, Music & Concerts, Northport, Seasons, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Summer, Suttons Bay, Theater and Stage, Towns, Vacation
Spend the last full month of summer indulging in Cornish pasties, dancing the polka, listening to live music, and exploring more Northern Michigan events. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. August...
Best of Traverse City’s Cherry Fest: Insider Parking Hacks
by Cara McDonald | Jun 26, 2024 | Counties, Events, Festivals, Grand Traverse County, National Cherry Festival, Towns, Traverse City
If there’s one thing that can make or break your day at the National Cherry Festival, it’s parking—nearly 500,000 visitors will descend on Traverse City for events like the Cherry Royale Parade, nightly concerts and air shows, and the parking scene is intense. Here’s...
10 Things Kids 10 and Under Love at National Cherry Festival
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff | Jun 26, 2024 | Counties, Events, Festivals, Fourth of July Events, Grand Traverse County, Holiday Events, National Cherry Festival, Towns, Traverse City
Our parents at MyNorth and sister company 9&10 News share their families’ favorite National Cherry Fest activities and tips. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. 1) U.S. Coast Guard Open Ramp Get...
30+ Northern Michigan Events You Can’t Miss This July
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Jun 24, 2024 | Counties, Events, Festivals, Food Or Drink, Fourth of July Events, Gaylord, Grand Traverse County, Holiday Events, Keweenaw County, Leelanau County, Mackinac County, Mackinac Island, Marquette, Marquette County, Music & Concerts, National Cherry Festival, Otsego County, Seasons, Sports & Races Events, Summer, Towns, Traverse City, Vacation
From fruit-themed festivals to outdoor concerts, these 30+ summer events offer a great excuse to use up a few vacation days. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. June 29–July 6 | National Cherry...
20+ Spectacular Northern Michigan Fireworks Shows
by Ashlyn Korienek | Jun 18, 2024 | Events, Everyday Fun, Festivals, Fourth of July, Fourth of July Events, Holiday Events, Holidays, Live Here, National Cherry Festival, Seasons, Summer
Heading Up North for the fourth? You'll want to check out these 20+ fireworks shows and celebrations.For a complete list of fireworks, find updates at 9and10news.com. All events are weather dependent, so be sure to check with local officials before you go. This is a...
St. Ignace’s Car Culture Fuels Summer’s Biggest Auto Show
by Allison Acosta and MyNorth Custom Studios for St. Ignace Visitors Bureau | Jun 3, 2024 | Counties, Events, Festivals, Mackinac County, St. Ignace, Summer, Towns, Upper Peninsula
PAID CONTENT The 48th annual St. Ignace Car Show Weekend cruises into town June 27–30; this year, with a special tribute to the show’s founder.You don’t have to be a gearhead to appreciate the air of nostalgia that rolls into downtown St. Ignace every June. A rainbow...
Red Hot Best Winners 2024: The Best of Northern Michigan
by MyNorth/Traverse Magazine Staff | Jun 1, 2024 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Red Hot Best, Towns, Vacation
The 2024 Red Hot Best results have been revealed! View all 900+ winners below, or explore by region.Wow, you love this place. This year, 165,000 nominations and votes were cast in MyNorth’s sought-after Red Hot Best Awards celebrating the people, places and...
Start Your Summer with 20 Northern Michigan Events
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | May 22, 2024 | Arts, Attractions, Benzie County, Beulah, Counties, Craft Drink, Events, Everyday Fun, Festivals, Food & Drink, Food Or Drink, Gaylord, Grand Traverse County, Interlochen, Keweenaw County, Leelanau County, Live Here, Mackinac County, Mackinac Island, Mason County, Munising, Music & Concerts, Omena, Otsego County, Pictured Rocks, Suttons Bay, Theater and Stage, Towns, Traverse City, Vacation, Wine
As summer returns in Northern Michigan, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the sunshine. To celebrate the season's start, we've rounded up 20 local festivals and events. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive....