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These are some of our premier events in Manistee County that take place throughout the year. These events showcase our top attractions and encompass the “Pure Michigan” spirit! We hope you join us this year for one (or more) of our signature Manistee County events!
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Manistee’s Sesquicentennial
2019 marks the 150th anniversary (or sesquicentennial) of this event and to mark the celebration, the Manistee County Historical Museum, along with other area businesses and organizations, is hosting a variety of events throughout the year that will help in honoring the past 150 years. Wednesday, February 27, 2019 – “Fun with the Founding Fathers” Where: Elks Lodge (located at 432 River Street) Time: 5:30 p.m. Cost: $20 (Tickets now on sale) Discover how the City of Manistee became incorporated. The…
Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival
SPIRIT OF THE WOODS FOLK FESTIVAL, 15 June 2019; Brethren, Michigan The 42nd Annual Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival will be held at Dickson Township Park, 14270 Coates Highway, Brethren, Michigan on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 12:00 noon until 10:00 p.m. ,and will feature some of the artists who helped make the festival a success over the last four decades. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. The Spirit of the Woods Music Association, a 501(c)(3) group, is the sponsor of this …
Manistee National Forest Festival
Celebrating its 83rd year, this is the signature festival for the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. Hosted every year over the 4th of July/Independence Day Holiday, the Manistee National Forest Festival is a beloved tradition. Visit the new event website for the event - Access current schedule, vendor information, map, directions, and much more. Drawing thousands of tourists to the area along with many residents returning with ties to the community, the festival embodies the idea of "Community" that so…
Bear Lake Days
EVENT DESCRIPTION/DETAILS: The village of Bear Lake plays host to "Bear Lake Days" celebrating the rich heritage and history of this beautiful community in Manistee County's North Coast Region. BLD is always held the second weekend in July, and features a grand parade, fireworks spectacle over Bear Lake, food vendors, entertainment and much more! *Same day registration will be available for the Bear Lake Days 5k, prior to the race.
Arcadia Daze
Find yourself in the quaint coastal community this summer during the Arcadia Daze celebration. This festival is a great local event that celebrates the heritage of Arcadia Michigan. All events are at Finch Park unless otherwise noted. *2018 Schedule | 2019 Schedule coming soon* FRIDAY JULY 27TH 4:30pm | OPENING CEREMONY -- featuring Arcadia VFW Post 5:00pm | PULLED PORK SANDWICHES 5:00pm - 8:00pm | MUSIC IN THE PAVILION 5:00pm - 1:00am | BEER TENT 9:00pm - 1:00am | BAND…
Onekama Days
Sponsored by the Onekama Lions and the Portage Lake Association (PLA); activities include a Pancake Breakfast at the Lions' Den, 1 Mile Fun Run, 5KDownhill Screamer and Annual 5K Run/Walk, Vaughn Doubles Tennis Tournament, church bazaars, bake sales and luncheons, Arts and Crafts Show, township-wide garage sales, Saturday night Lions’ Club dinner, dances, parade and fireworks. PLA sponsors the popular Classic Car Show, Show and Sell Your Art, “Pig Out for Education” pig roast and Craft Beer Tasting.
Copemish Heritage Days
Copemish Heritage Days is the annual summer festival for Copemish, MI. It is usually held the first weekend of August. Please explore the rest of the website for more information.
Big Bear Butt Cruise
Welcome to the Big Bear Sportsman’s Club 6th annual “Big Bear Butt Cruise” taking place on Saturday, August 24th, 2019. This 7th annual cruise is composed of four different rides: 60k, 130k, 170k and a 210k ride. All will take you across Tippy Dam and on some of Manistee County’s best roads across our beautiful rivers, through our scenic forests and out to the majestic bluff views of Lake Michigan. REGISTER here: Big Bear Butt Cruise Registration https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2-gVyA8wIU&t=24s Registration is: $57/person through…
Brethren Days
**All events take place at the Dickson Township Park on Coates Hwy, unless otherwise noted below** The Village of Brethren is located in Dickson Township about 15 miles east of Manistee, in the Manistee National Forest. Brethren Days is held over Labor Day weekend. Events usually include bands, High Bridge Hustle 5k run/walk, arts and crafts show, cardboard boat race on Lake Elinor, coed softball tournament, and fireworks. All events take place in Dickson Twp. Park, unless otherwise stated. Friday,…
Laborfest
Join us for an end of summer beach bash! Hosted by the Salt City Rock & Blues, non-profit organization, for the express benefit of constructing a public amphitheater between First Street Beach and Douglas Park. The LaborFest is a celebration of the region's rich industrial history and the laborers who support the Salt, Lumber & Sand industries. This year's event will kick-off with a parade from the Armory Center to First Street Beach, where family events will be taking place…