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2025-2026 Mackinac Island Winter Season

While our main tourism season is May – October, Mackinac Island is indeed open year ‘round. But, the hearty few that visit find a completely different Mackinac Island to experience, which is unlike the spring, summer or fall travel season. This is a time to enjoy the quiet beauty of the island – hike, ski, snowshoe, take beautiful pictures and read a good book. Below you will find winter information for the 2025-2026 season.

**Information is subject to change. Check back closer to the winter season for more details
**Public restrooms are available at Shepler's Ferry and Arnold Transit Company Ship Store/Ticket Office – WHILE BOAT IS RUNNING**

Transportation

  • Arnold Transit Company – FERRY WILL RUN UNTIL ROUTE FREEZES OVER - 800- 638-9892
  • Fresh Air Aviation – RESERVATIONS NEEDED, 231-237-9482
  • Horse-drawn Taxi Service – RESERVATIONS NEEDED, Regular taxi service 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Taxi service outside the winter hours will be available by advance reservation ONLY (made by 4:00 pm the day before), 906-847-3323

Dining

Lodging

Shopping

Activities

Events

  • Christmas Bazaar Weekend - Date TBD
  • Christmas Tree Lighting - Date TBD, downtown Main Street
  • Christmas Bazaar Play presented by Mackinac Island Community Theatre - Date and Time TBD, Mission Point Theater  
  • New Year’s Eve Great Turtle Drop - Wednesday, December 31st at 11:50 pm, outside Lilac Tree Hotel 
  • Twilight Turtle Trek - Dates TBD, starts at Greany Grove

Churches