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2008 Calendar of Events
Click here for printable Adobe pdf document of the 2008 calendar.
For religious services, click here.
January February March April May June July August September October November December
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| May 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule |
| May 2 |
Grand Hotel's Opening Day for the new season |
| May 6 |
Fort Mackinac Opening Day
This island fortress may be visited seven days a week until season's end on October 12.
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| May 10 |
Mackinac County Appreciation Day-Free ferry service via Star Line Ferry on this day to all Mackinac County residents. Must present driver's license or state ID showing residency. All minors must be accompianed by parent or guardian, no wagons or large strollers permitted, collapsible strollers only. For those who would like to bring their own bicycle, the fee is $7.50 per bicycle round trip. |
| May 11 |
Emmet and Cheboygan County Appreciation Day-Free round trip ferry service via Star Line Ferry on this day to all Emmet and Cheboygan county residents.Must present driver's license or state ID showing residency. All minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian, no wagons or large strollers permitted, collapsible strollers only.For those who would like to bring their own bicycle, the fee is $7.50 per bicycle round trip. |
| May 11 |
10th Annual Mission Point Resort Bridal Show on Sunday, May 11th, 2008 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Meet with local vendors; meet Mission Point Resort's event & catering staff; view ceremony and reception spaces and more. Overnight accommodations are available for only $99.00 per room. Bridal Show admission is just $15 per person at the door. |
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Mother's Day Brunch at Mission Point Resort 10 am - 2 pm
What better way to start the new season on Mackinac Island than with a fabulous Mother's Day Brunch for all the family! $18.95 for adults, $12.95 for kids (5 and under for free) |
| May 11-12 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Pink Pony Bar & Grill at Chippewa Hotel |
| May 17 |
18th Annual Zoo de Mack
The Zoo-de-Mackinac is a weekend of huge parties with great bands, one of the most scenic bicycle rides in the country, a lot of sunshine, views of the mighty Mackinac Bridge, and one magical island. For room availability, click here. |
| May 20 |
Once in a Blue Moon-A great day of glorious fun to celebrate the blue moon
Round Island Bar & Grill celebrates with Blue Moon Madness, 3pm-11pm wiht $1 Blue Moon Draft Beer Specials and Bleu Cheese Burgers for just $6.99 at Mission Point Resort overlooking the straits of Mackinac. |
| May 26 |
Memorial Day Observance, Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery
A brief and informal Memorial Day observance to pay tribute to the soldiers who served at Fort Mackinac. Soldiers will assemble at 8:30 a.m. at Fort Mackinac, then will march to the cemetery, perform a short ceremony and salute and return to the fort. Free. Promptly at 8:30am (it takes about 30 minutes to walk to Post Cemetery from Downtown).
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Fort Mackinac hosts a number of historical encampments throughout the season featuring costumed 18 th and 19 th. century re-enactors joining the forts' troops in military demonstrations, fashion shows and camp life. Call 231-436-4100 or visit mackinacparks.com for specific encampment groups, dates and times. |
| June 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule |
| June 4 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all.
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| June 6-15 |
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
The 10-day celebration is the first and largest summer event on the Island, attracting thousands of visitors each year. A celebration that blends the Island’s historic varieties of lilacs – many of which were brought here during the mid 1800’s; distinctive equestrian culture; fine food, drink and accommodations plus a range of other activities, the festival is one of the Island’s biggest attractions. The festival celebrates its most recognized botanical symbol, the lilac, while emphasizing its international, cultural and historic appeal |
| June 6 |
Film Premier: Ice Bridge: Mackinac Island’s Hidden Season
This beautifully filmed documentary features Mackinac Island and traces the formation of the "Ice Bridge." known to a select few who live on the Island or vacation here during the winter. 9pm, Mission Point Theatre, $6a, $3c |
| June 7 |
Mackinac Island Historic Downtown Buildings, Mackinac Island State Park, Mackinac's 19th. century fur trade community comes to life at the Biddle House, American Fur Company Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum and the McGulpin House. Downtown Buildings from 11:00am - 6:00pm, Mission Church, Noon – 4:00pm |
| June 8-9 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Pink Pony Bar & Grill at Chippewa Hotel |
| June 11 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| June 12 |
Lilac Festival: A Taste of Mackinac
Held on the lawn of the Harbour View Inn this culinary event gives all an opportunity to sample favorites served by chefs from the Island’s restaurants. Cuisine ranges from colonial to contemporary and includes fares such as Austrian, French, Irish, Italian, New England, Jamaican and Southwestern. Mackinac Island hosts an international workforce each season, which in turn gives visitors the opportunity to try recipes brought by chefs from around the globe. |
| June 13 |
Feast of Epona Blessing of the Animals & Stable Tour
Stable tour and Blessing of the Animals to honor Epona, the goddess of horses and protector of all animals with Reverend Vincent Carroll. Bring your pet for this wonderful and spiritual event. 4pm Mission Hill Stable |
| June 14 |
Lilac Festival Feast of Epona: Mackinac Island Dog and Pony Show
The literal Dog and Pony show will include a blessing of the animals, pony appreciation, equine etiquette, Epona and Barkus Parade theme doggie dress up contest, informal best-in-show awards, agility competitions and more. Named one of the top 10 pet-friendly places in the U.S. by National Geographic Kids, Mackinac Island is home to more than 600 horses, hundreds of dogs and offers numerous dog-friendly properties: including Sunset Condos, Harbor Place Studio Suites and Mission Point Resort. For pet friendly restaurants, shops and attractions, click here. |
| June 15 |
Lilac Festival: Grand Parade
The Lilac Festival Grand Parade is the finale of the festival and occurs at 5pm on Father's day. This delightfully American parade is one of the largest small town all hitch horse parades in America. |
| June 15 |
Mackinac Horsemens Association Stable Orientation and 4H Lesson Sign Up, 1pm-3pm, Mission Hill Stable. The 4H program is designed for all youth residents of Mackinac Island. |
| June 17 |
Mackinac Horsemens Association 4H Summer Galloping Glider Lesson Program, 1pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park, ongoing through August 26th.
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| June 18 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
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Mackinac Horsemens Association 4H Summer Galloping Glider Lesson Program, 10am, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park, ongoing through August 28th |
| June 21 |
This Mackinac Associates members only annual event will be held on Mackinac Island at Bill and Sharon Hahn's Hubbard's Annex Cottage. 6pm. Join Mackinac Associates today, and become one of the many "friends preserving Mackinac's heritage" for future generations. |
| June 23 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| June 25 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
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Giddy Up and Go!The 4H children show off their skills. 7pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle park |
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| June 30 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
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Fort Mackinac hosts a number of historical encampments throughout the season featuring costumed 18 th and 19 th. century re-enactors joining the forts' troops in military demonstrations, fashion shows and camp life. Call 231-436-4100 or visit mackinacparks.com for specific encampment groups, dates and times. |
| July 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule |
| July 2 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
July 4
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Annual Stoneskipping & Gerplunking Club -10am, Windermere Point at Hotel Iroquois on the Beach. Listen to NPR's Michele Norris talk with Eric Steiner, play-by-play announcer for the Mackinac Island stone-skipping contest about the pro division of the 31st annual Mackinac Island stone-skipping contest. All are invited to participate in this not to be missed crazy fun event. Donations support the Mackinac Island Public Library.
A Star Spangled Fourth
Fort Mackinac is decked out in patriotic finery with banners, flags and bunting. It is an 1880s Independence Day, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period, performances of patriotic music, and children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in dances and games on the fort parade ground. 1:30pm & 7:00pm
All American Picnic
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he historic parade grounds at Fort Mackinac host the picnic of the year. Checkered red-and-white tablecloths spread on the grass of Fort Mackinac’s parade ground create a patchwork quilt welcoming visitors with Grand Hotel’s all-you-can-eat BBQ ribs, grilled chicken breasts, hamburgers, hot dogs, turkey burgers, corn on the cob, and a slew of salads, fixings and desserts. Tickets available in advance at the Mackinac State Park Visitor Center on the harbor or by calling (906) 847-3328 (Note: Picnic guests are welcome to stay for the Fireworks over Haldimand Bay).
Windermere Point- Fireworks at dusk (approx. 9:45pm)
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| July 5 |
Around the Island Yacht Race presented by the Pink Pony and the Mackinac Island Yacht Club. Skippers meeting at 12:30pm at Mackinac Island Yacht Club, race begins at 2pm. All those with sailboats invited to race, contact Mackinac Island Yacht Club to enter. |
| July 6 |
Workshop: Everything you wanted to know about Self-Publishing, presented by Triad Publishing, 7:30pm, Little Stone Church |
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2nd Annual Michigan Craft Beer & Wine Festival
Enjoy sampling an array of Michigan made beer and wine along with gourmet food samples from Mission Point’s restaurants. This will be a family friendly event located on Mission Point Resort’s front lawn from noon until 4pm.
During the event enjoy the long awaited musical reunion of northern Michigan favorites:
John D. Lamb and The Wild Blue featuring John D. Lamb (guitar & vocals), Myk Rise (lead guitar), Oni Werth (bass guitar) and Bill Newland (drums).
Tickets and sampling tokens will be available at the gate. |
| July 7 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| July 9 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| July 10 |
Mackinac Island Horse & Carriage Rally
A definite must for the photographer in all of us, view beautiful horses and carriages as they prepare for their annual ride around the Island. 6pm, Fort Mackinac's Avenue of the Flags. |
| July 11-12 |
Island Film Premier: Mr. Art Critic
Enjoy this independent film starring Bronson Pinchot shot right here on Mackinac Island.M.J. Clayton (Bronson Pinchot) is a high profile Art Critic in Chicago. He is
known throughout the country for his heartless and angry reviews, and is often
scolded by his publisher. After a particularly mean-spirited batch of reviews,
he takes a vacation to his small cottage on Mackinac Island. At a local pub, he
awkwardly meets up with Frank (John Lepard), one of the angry artists who had
been bashed by one of Clayton's recent reviews. Show times are 7pm and 9pm nightly at the Mission Point Resort Theater. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door. |
| July 12-16 |
84th Annual Bay View to Mackinac Race
Steeped in the seafaring tradition of the Great Lakes, the Mackinac Race has long attracted the most talented sailors and the best boats from across the country and around the world. Each year sailors converge each July for a most singular challenge, to compete in one of the longest fresh water races in the world. |
| July 14 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| July 16 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| July 21 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| July 19 |
Vintage Base Ball Game
Fort Mackinac Scout Barracks A vintage game of “baseball” as it was meant to be played: barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules on the Scout Barracks ball field behind Fort Mackinac. Learn an old-fashioned cheer, watch players fined for smoking cigars on the field, and enjoy a real rivalry!A vintage game of “base ball” as it was meant to be played, barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules on the old soldiers’ parade ground base ball field , the oldest continually used ball field in Michigan The game pits the Fort Mackinac Never Sweats against the Grangers of Rochester, Michigan. Family $15, Adult $5, Youth (6-17) $3, Children 5 & under free. Dogs, cracker jacks, suds and more catered by Grand Hotel. Game begins at 7pm. |
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| July 19-23 |
100th Annual Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac
Starting in 1898 with a mere five boats, The Mac has evolved into a world class sporting event. Although the Mac remains primarily an amateur event, this race has a proven track record of attracting some of the finest sailing talent in the sport. Last year, Doug DeVos’ record breaking Windquest and 2006 Volvo Ocean Race winner ABN AMRO TWO, skippered by Mike Sanderson, were the boats to watch. Although neither monohull beat the record of 23 hours, 30 minutes, and 34 seconds, set by Roy Disney’s Pyewacket in 2002. Steve Fossett on Stars and Stripes set the multihull record of 18 hours, 50 minutes, and 32 seconds in 1998. The unpredictable weather and fickle winds on Lake Michigan make the Race to Mackinac a supreme test, which many competitors feel rivals any ocean race. As one veteran sailor put it, “It’s fun, but it’s serious fun.” Sailors from Maine to California make this race an invariable part of their summer. Moreover, each year the Mac hosts sailors from as far off as Hong Kong, New Zealand and Australia.
Plans are underway for the 100th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Lands' End Business Outfitters.
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| July 23 |
Chicago to Mackinac Round the Island Race
To commemorate the 100th running of the Chicago to Mackinac Race, all sailors are invited to participate in this celebratory around the Island race. All those with sailboats invited to race, contact Mackinac Island Yacht Club to enter. |
| July 23 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| July 24 |
Horse of a Different Breed
Last season, horses representing 15 breeds were in attendance and most are in the Mackinac Horsemens Association 2008 Calendar! This is a great way to learn about horses and see the differences between breeds with expert commentary. From 6pm-8pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park |
| July 24-26 |
Mackinac-Manitoulin Yacht Race-Mackinac Yacht Club & Little Current Yacht Club. All those with sailboats invited to race, contact Mackinac Island Yacht Club to enter. |
| July 26 |
Fireworks over the Mackinac Bridge-The Mackinac Bridge is currently the third longest suspension bridge in the world. Highlights include a parade from St. Ignace to Mackinaw City and a huge fireworks display over the bridge at dusk. Come watch from the Mackinac Island shore at Windermere Point. For more about the Mackinac Bridge, click here. |
| July 27 |
10th Annual Horses, Hoof beats & Hors D’oeuvres, This annual fundraiser benefits the Mackinac Horsemens Association, 4pm to 6pm Mission Hill Stable |
| July 28 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| July 30 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
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Fort Mackinac hosts a number of historical encampments throughout the season featuring costumed 18 th and 19 th. century re-enactors joining the forts' troops in military demonstrations, fashion shows and camp life. Call 231-436-4100 or visit mackinacparks.com for specific encampment groups, dates and times. |
| August 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule
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| August 1 |
5th Annual Mackinac Horsemens Association Hunter Pace
This a timed event for horsemen is different from most horse shows. In the days when women and children were not allowed to participate in fox hunts, the hunter pace was developed to give everyone the opportunity to enjoy riding a horse through varied terrain and to experience the feel of a fox hunt. Today, it provides an organized horse event outside a traditional horse ring sans the fox hunt. 11:30am-1pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park |
| August 2 |
Benjamin Blacksmith Convention
Market Street becomes a center of blacksmithing activity when more than a dozen regional blacksmiths use traditional tools and techniques to complete a project for Mackinac State Historic Parks. Admission included with Fort Mackinac or Historic Downtown ticket. 11:00am-6:00pm |
| August 3 |
8th Annual Fun & Games Horse Show
Organized games designed to have fun and hang around with your horse at this great event. 6pm-8pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park |
| August 4 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| August 6 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| August 10 |
38th Annual Mackinac Island Horse Show at Great Turtle Park presented by the Mackinac Horsemen's Association. Events include showmanship & grooming, leadline & costume class, bareback, walk/trot, english & western equitation, over fence barrel racing and tailgate party, Mackinac Island style. |
| August 10-11 |
United States Air Force Mid-America Woodwind Quintet
Mackinac Island welcomes the Mid-America Woodwind Quintet for two concerts on the Island August 10-11, 2008 for two shows. 3pm, Sunday, August 10 at Historic Mission Church and 3pm, Monday, August 11 at Windermere Point. Both concerts are free. |
| August 11 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| August 11 - 12 |
Mr. Art Critic-Island Film Premiere
M.J. Clayton (Bronson Pinchot) is a high profile Art Critic in Chicago. He is known throughout the country for his heartless and angry reviews, and is often scolded by his publisher. After a particularly mean-spirited batch of reviews, he takes a vacation to his small cottage on Mackinac Island. Show times for ‘Mr. Art Critic’ are 7pm and 9pm both nights; the 7pm screening on the 11th is officially the premiere. Many of the cast and crew members will be in attendance. Tickets are $10 available at the door. |
| August 13 |
Tombstone Tales
A guided walking tour of Mackinac Island's Post, St. Ann's Catholic and Protestant cemeteries. Meets at Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery on Garrison Road, 8pm sharp. Family $30, Adult, $10, Youth, $6, under 5 free (it will take 15-20 minutes to walk to Post Cemetery from the North Entrance of Fort Mackinac or allow 30 minutes from downtown). Begins at 8:00pm |
| August 13 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| August 17 |
38th Annual Mackinac Island Horse Show
Bring a camera, a blanket and a picnic basket then sit back and enjoy this great Island tradition. 9am-4pm, Mary Milton Memorial Horse Ring at Great Turtle Park |
| August 17-18 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Pink Pony Bar & Grill at Chippewa Hotel |
| August 18 |
Star Line Ferry Sunset Cruise
The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near Round Island Lighthouse, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge. Refreshments will be available to purchase during the cruise. Departs Mackinac Island Dock at 8:30pm, its best to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to embarkation. $16 adults, $8 children, under 5 free. |
| August 19-21 |
Mackinac Island Music Festival
Fourth Annual Music Festival featuring all genres of music at various locations all over the Island. This is a great family event for all ages and benefits the non-profit Mackinac Arts Council. While many events are ticketed or in clubs, the hoedown is free, so bring a blanket and sprawl out on the lawn and enjoy the music and the spectacular view of the straits of Mackinac. Headlining this year's festival is Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels. |
| August 19 |
Elephant Revival
The best experimental Americana band to come out of Colorado where folk meets bluegrass and has lunch with Grateful Dead performs at Mission Point for the Music Festival. Guitar, Mandolin, Upright Bass, Electric banjo, washboard...yes that's right washboard, djembe and cello with soaring vocals makes this band noteworthy. Come see them before you have to pay the big bucks.
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| August 20 |
Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels with special guests Switchback , presented in conjunction with the Mackinac Island Music Festival on behalf of the Mackinac Arts Council and Mission Point Resort. Tickets: $35 per ticket at the door, $32 presale tickets, $28 blocks of 24 or more, children under 12 free, 7:30pm Mission Point Resort Theatre. |
| August 20 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| August 21 |
Mackinac Island Music Festival Hoedown,fun, family style concert featuring John D. Lamb, Forbes Brothers, Kraig Kenning, Shout Sister Shout (Steppin in it with Rachel Davis), The Mickeys and Rick Niemi with Shotgun Willie, Grand Wagon Stage adjacent to Grand Hotel Tennis Courts at the foothills of Grand Hotel. 1:00pm-5:30pm, free |
| August 21 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Horn's Gaslight Bar. On this night, you can be sure to find musicians from the Hoe Down climbing up on stage with Michelle for some impromptu jamming. |
| August 22-23 |
4th Annual Mackinac Island Fudge Festival
For more than a century, Mackinac Island's fudge has been an institution that's become famous worldwide. Celebrate Mackinac Fudge during this festival. Win a vacation package to Mackinac Island by finding the Golden Ticket at select Island fudge shops. Experience the delight of the Children’s Ballet Theatre of Michigan, be awed by the Great Kite Ascension, fun in the Great Outdoors with select appearances by Miss Michigan Sugar and the ultimate “Daddy ...I want the Golden Ticket & I want it Now!” |
| August 26 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Horn's Gaslight Bar. |
| August 27 |
Over 100 years old, the Michigan Governor's Summer Residence has functioned as a summer home for nine Michigan governors and their families dating to 1943. Enjoy a rare look inside the 1902 cottage on this free tour overlooking Mackinac Island's harbor. The tour runs from 9:30am-11:00am and is free to all. |
| August 30 |
Annual Labor Day Formal Ride
All of Mackinac's Horse folk dress for this great Island ride. 9am-11am, all over the Island. |
| August 31 |
Horn's Bar Labor Day Regatta. All those with sailboats invited to race, contact Mackinac Island Yacht Club to enter. |
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Fort Mackinac hosts a number of historical encampments throughout the season featuring costumed 18 th and 19 th. century re-enactors joining the forts' troops in military demonstrations, fashion shows and camp life. Call 231-436-4100 or visit mackinacparks.com for specific encampment groups, dates and times. |
| September 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule
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| September 1 |
51st Annual Labor Day Bridge Walk
Join thousands of folks who cross the word's third largest suspension bridge. Five miles of fun!!! |
| September 6 |
Mackinac Island Eight Mile Run/Walk
Over 2000 runners and walkers will gather at Mission Point Resort to run and walk the 8 mile perimeter of Mackinac Island. Participants will begin the race by traveling past Victorian homes, the boat harbor and a myriad of shops and hotels in downtown Mackinac Island. Once through town, the route follows the shoreline of the Straits of Mackinac featuring breathtaking views of the Mackinac Bridge, neighboring islands and historic rock formations, finishing at waters edge on the lawn of Mission Point. This course is fast and flat but the scenery is so beautiful, you may just decide to relax and enjoy! |
| September 15-16 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Horn's Gaslight Bar. |
| September 19-20 |
Festival of the Falling Leaves Moon
Learn about Mackinac Island's past and present while celebrating the heritage of the Anishnaabe, loosely translated into English as "The People," or "The Original People." The Anishnaabe are commonly known today as the Ojibwa (or Chippewa). Storytelling, crafts, music and more. Annual fall sales begin at downtown shops and restaurants celebrate the falling leaves with innovative specials. This weekend is a very special time on Mackinac Island. |
| September 23 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Horn's Gaslight Bar. |
| October 2008 |
Ongoing
Comedy Show with Island Comedian Stu Stuart, click here for pdf schedule |
| October 6-7 |
Michelle Chenard-Everyone says "No visit to Northern Michigan is complete without catching a show by singer-songwriter Michelle Chenard" and they are right. 9:30pm, Horn's Gaslight Bar. |
| October 10-12 |
Destination Dream Wedding Weekend-Symposium with wedding professionals, ceremony and reception site tours, family events, bridal party events, pub crawls and more. |
| October 24-26 |
Somewhere in Time Weekend at Grand Hotel
Fans of the cult classic filmed on Mackinac Island gather at Grand Hotel to relive the past and share their affection for this love story. Cast and crew members attend, tour locations from popular scenes in the film and enjoy everything in grand style. Guests are encouraged to don attire appropriate to 1912-the Edwardian Era. |
| October 24-25 |
Samhain (summer's end) Weekend
In the celtic world, Samhain marks the end of summer and the beginning of the new year or winter and a time to commemorate the souls of the blessed dead. With the rise of Christianity, it was changed to Halloween and remains a joyous time of family reunion. Have fun at the Wishing Stone Toss, Trick or Treating and great grown up Halloween parties at the pubs.
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| October 25 |
Great Turtle Half Marathon and 5.7 Mile Run/Walk
This year marks the 14th running of one of the most scenic trail events in the state. Join over 1300 participants to run and walk the inside trails of Mackinac Island during the last open weekend of the season. |
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