Festivals & Events on Mackinac Island
Referred to as the “Jewel of the Great Lakes”, Mackinac Island has many special festivals and events that go on during their prime season.
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First Friday Charlevoix
This event includes a cocktail trail, shopping, fun activities to enjoy, and a chance to win Downtown Dollar Gift Cards. For more information, visit downtowncharlevoix.com.
Boyne Appetit!
Restaurants and food retailers in Boyne City and neighboring towns offer delectable specialties with affordable price points for both lunch and dinner. For more information, click here.
Business Expo & Taste of Boyne
This annual event includes about 60 exhibitor booths from area businesses and organizations, food, networking, and music. Admission is $10 per person. For more information, visit boynechamber.com.
Morel Hunting Camp
Anthony Williams, expert in morel hunting, will give tips on how to look and find morels. This is sponsored by the Taylor Series at Christ Episcopal Church- 200 State St., Charlevoix, A reception will follow in the parish hall. It is open to the public at no cost.
Babies on the Farm
Cuddle baby chicks, baby donkeys, kid goats, baby lambs, young yaks and alpaca. Advanced registration is required by visiting eventbrite.com. Cost is $10 per person and there are three tours each day. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
Referred to as the “Jewel of the Great Lakes”, Mackinac Island has many special festivals and events that go on during their prime season.
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