Mackinaw City Chamber of Tourism

Mackinaw City Events

Mackinaw City has much to offer travelers and residents throughout the year. Local events combined with the natural beauty of the Great Lakes and a rich area history give Mackinaw City it's unique flavor. To view scheduled local events, choose the month you would like to view below.

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Apr 1-15, 20242024-04-01T00:00:00-04:002024 Annual Mackinac Meltdown Celebration
2024 Annual Mackinac Meltdown Celebration2024 Annual Mackinac Meltdown Celebration

Monday, Apr 1st-15th, 2024

Come Join us in Mackinaw City Celebrate for the Annual Mackinac Meltdown Celebration! This celebration includes several coinciding events the same week with Michigan Spring Break including:
Mackinaw Spring Meltdown Gala,
Spring Break Splash at Pirate’s Adventure Waterpark,
Taste of Mackinac

$89.00 Overnight Specials with events! Call 1-800-410-5302 to make a reservation.


May 17-19, 20242024-05-17T00:00:00-04:0034th Annual Zoo-De-Mackinac - Harbor Springs & Mackinaw City, MI
34th Annual Zoo-De-Mackinac - Harbor Springs & Mackinaw City, MI34th Annual Zoo-De-Mackinac - Harbor Springs & Mackinaw City, MI

Friday, May 17th-19th, 2024

The Zoo-De-Mackinac is a weekend of fun with two huge parties and great bands, a lot of sunshine, one awesome island, a boat ride under the mighty Mackinac Bridge, and one of the most scenic bicycle rides in the country! This event attracts around 2,000 participants every year. Book your hotel accommodations early.
May 25-27, 20242024-05-25T00:00:00-04:00Memorial Weekend Pageant
Memorial Weekend PageantMemorial Weekend Pageant

Saturday, May 25th-27th, 2024

During this weekend in Mackinaw City over 400 cast members will re-create events that took place between the French, British and Indian tribes, on June 2, 1763. The Fort Michilimackinac Pageant is the longest running, free historical Memorial Day performance in the Nation. Visitors will meet famous Indian Chiefs: Miniavavan and Matchekewis of the Ojibwa tribe, and Wawatam who becomes a blood brother to Alexander Henry and later saves his life.
May 31, 20242024-05-31T09:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, May 31st, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jun 7-16, 20242024-06-07T00:00:00-04:002024 Annual Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island
2024 Annual Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island2024 Annual Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island

Friday, Jun 7th-16th, 2024

The 10-day celebration is the first and largest summer event on the Island.  A celebration that blends the Island’s historic varieties of lilacs – many of which were brought here during the Colonial era; distinctive equestrian culture; fine food and drink.  Plus a range of other activities, the festival is one of the Island’s biggest attractions.

Festival features days of activities and ends with one of the largest festival parades in Michigan.  The lilac parade will be held on Sunday, June 18th, 2023 at 4:00pm.

See over 100 different species of lilacs throughout the splendor of Mackinac Island. A day on Mackinac Island during the Lilac Festival is the perfect Spring getaway.

Jun 7-9, 20242024-06-07T00:00:00-04:004th Annual Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally
4th Annual Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally4th Annual Mackinaw City Motorcycle Rally

Friday, Jun 7th-9th, 2024

This two day event is a motorcycle enthusiasts dream!  Enjoy the scenic routes in northern Michigan on the poker ride.  View spectacular fireworks over Lake Huron.  Visit the vendor area for your biking gear and accessories.  Take the bike show and cast a ballot for your favorite bike.  To wrap it all up, join us at the beer tent for a cold brew, live entertainment and dancing!  Rally is open to the public.  Can't wait to see you there!
Jun 7, 20242024-06-07T21:30:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jun 7th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jun 14, 20242024-06-14T21:30:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jun 14th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jun 21, 20242024-06-21T21:30:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jun 21st, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jun 27-30, 20242024-06-27T00:00:00-04:00Annual St. Ignace Car Show
Annual St. Ignace Car ShowAnnual St. Ignace Car Show

Thursday, Jun 27th-30th, 2024

One of the largest all-make, all-model shows in the country!  Over 3,000 Antique, Custom, and Celebrity Automobiles take part in this internationally acclaimed event.  Parades, cruises, awards, and more!  Upwards of 700 entries are expected in 2023; including Hot Rods, Custom vehicles, trucks, and more.  Contests, Exhibits, Vendor booths and more make this a fun, family event.
Jun 28, 20242024-06-28T21:30:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jun 28th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jun 29-30, 20242024-06-29T00:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Arts and Crafts Show
Mackinaw City Arts and Crafts ShowMackinaw City Arts and Crafts Show

Saturday, Jun 29th-30th, 2024

Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau will host 2 Premier Arts & Craft Shows  on the weekends of June 29th & 30th and August 24th & 25th, 2024.  Located in Conkling Heritage Park on South Huron Avenue.

The Show will feature many artists from around the country.  Exhibits to include: Paintings, Woodwork, Hand-Crafted jewelry, Hand-Designed Clothing, Self Published Books, Nature Photography, Gourmet Dips and Salsa, Seasonal Décor and much more!

Jul 4, 20242024-07-04T00:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fourth of July
Mackinaw City Fourth of JulyMackinaw City Fourth of July

Thursday, Jul 4th, 2024

Celebrate an all American 4th of July in Mackinaw City.
Jul 4, 20242024-07-04T22:00:00-04:00July 4th  Fireworks & Mackinaw Waterfront Events
July 4th Fireworks & Mackinaw Waterfront EventsJuly 4th  Fireworks & Mackinaw Waterfront Events

Thursday, Jul 4th, 2024

Fireworks get underway at dusk. Celebrate an all American 4th of July in Mackinaw City. Enjoy an evening concert at Conkling Heritage Park and the largest fireworks display in Northern Michigan.Parking available throughout Mackinac Bay Trading Company. Accommodations available at mackinaw city hotels for weekend festivities.
Jul 12, 20242024-07-12T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jul 12th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jul 13-15, 20242024-07-13T00:00:00-04:00Chicago Yacht Club to Mackinac Race - Mackinaw City
Chicago Yacht Club to Mackinac Race - Mackinaw CityChicago Yacht Club to Mackinac Race - Mackinaw City

Saturday, Jul 13th-15th, 2024

The Chicago Yacht Club is proud to have a longstanding tradition of yachting excellence. The Club's most famous event is the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, which is the longest annual freshwater sailing race in the world. Boats will pass under the Mackinac Bridge in Mackinaw City heading East. Perfect view from area hotels like Best Western Dockside, Hamilton Inn Select and Clarion Hotels in Mackinaw City.
Jul 19, 20242024-07-19T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jul 19th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Jul 20, 20242024-07-20T00:00:00-04:0011th Annual Mustang Stampede
11th Annual Mustang Stampede11th Annual Mustang Stampede

Saturday, Jul 20th, 2024

Celebration of the Ford Mustang since 1964!  Family fun, food, and topped off with a parade of Mustangs across the Mackinac Bridge. Registration for the parade will be offered on site until full capacity is met, on Friday July 19th from 2pm-5pm & Saturday July 20th 9am-noon.
Jul 20-22, 20242024-07-20T00:00:00-04:00Port Huron to Mackinac Sailboat Race - Mackinaw City
Port Huron to Mackinac Sailboat Race - Mackinaw CityPort Huron to Mackinac Sailboat Race - Mackinaw City

Saturday, Jul 20th-22nd, 2024

Skippers may choose to race north on Lake Huron from Port Huron, race the 235-mile Shore Line Course up the Michigan coastline or the 290-mile Southampton Course, which directs sailors toward Southampton Ontario, and then to the finish line at Mackinac Island. The race is viewable from Mackinaw City.
Jul 26, 20242024-07-26T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Jul 26th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Aug 2, 20242024-08-02T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Aug 2nd, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Aug 9-11, 20242024-08-09T00:00:00-04:00International Ironworkers Festival
International Ironworkers FestivalInternational Ironworkers Festival

Friday, Aug 9th-11th, 2024

The International Ironworker Festival is an annual event held each summer in Mackinaw City. It attracts Ironworkers from across the United States and Canada to compete in friendly competition. It is open to the General Public, although only Ironworkers and Retirees can compete in the skilled events. These events include knot tying, rod tying, rivet toss, spud throw, column climb (Field Event), and the World Championship Column Climb. Come join us for a fun filled weekend!
Aug 9, 20242024-08-09T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City FIreworks
Mackinaw City FIreworksMackinaw City FIreworks

Friday, Aug 9th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Aug 16, 20242024-08-16T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Aug 16th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Aug 23-24, 20242024-08-23T00:00:00-04:00Corvette Crossroads Auto Show
Corvette Crossroads Auto ShowCorvette Crossroads Auto Show

Friday, Aug 23rd-24th, 2024

An American automotive classic, the Corvette, will be celebrated the weekend before Labor Day weekend during the Annual Corvette Crossroads Auto Show.

Beginning Friday, Corvettes of various vintages will begin arriving in the area, cruising and getting registered for Saturday’s festivities. On Saturday, hundreds of Corvettes will be on display in Mackinaw City from 10am to 2 pm. A poker walk for show participants will also be offered during the day.

Peoples choice style of judging will determine winners in several different award classes. Winners will be announced at an awards presentation at 3 pm. Saturday’s festivities will culminate with a parade of Corvettes across the Mackinac Bridge, beginning at 7 pm. All Corvettes are welcome and there is a nominal fee for non show registered vettes.

Aug 23, 20242024-08-23T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Aug 23rd, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Aug 24-25, 20242024-08-24T00:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Arts and Crafts Show
Mackinaw City Arts and Crafts ShowMackinaw City Arts and Crafts Show

Saturday, Aug 24th-25th, 2024

Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau will host 2 Premier Arts & Craft Shows  on the weekends of June 29th & 30th and August 24th & 25th, 2024. Located in Conkling Heritage Park on South Huron Avenue.

The Show will feature many artists from around the country.  Exhibits to include: Paintings, Woodwork, Hand-Crafted jewelry, Hand-Designed Clothing, Self Published Books, Nature Photography, Gourmet Dips and Salsa, Seasonal Décor and much more!

Aug 30, 20242024-08-30T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Aug 30th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Sep 2, 20242024-09-02T00:00:00-04:0065th Labor Day Bridge Walk
65th Labor Day Bridge Walk65th Labor Day Bridge Walk

Monday, Sep 2nd, 2024

Join thousands of pedestrians as they participate in a long standing tradition, the LABOR DAY BRIDGE WALK. This event has been held every year since 1958. The walk begins at 7:00 a.m. on Labor Day and concludes at 12:00 noon. This is the only day of the year that walking the "Mighty Mac" is allowed.
Sep 6, 20242024-09-06T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Sep 6th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
Sep 13, 20242024-09-13T22:00:00-04:00Mackinaw City Fireworks
Mackinaw City FireworksMackinaw City Fireworks

Friday, Sep 13th, 2024

Come celebrate summer with a Spectacular Fireworks Display in Mackinaw City during the summer season!
Show starts at dusk. (9:00-9:30 May-June & September, 10:00-10:30 July-August)
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