Calendar of Events

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Opening Day

    Mackinac State Historic Parks 102 W. Straits Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, United States

    The Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse will open for its 2026 season on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, with hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  • Colonial Michilimackinac Opening Day

    Mackinac State Historic Parks 102 W. Straits Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, United States

    Step into Michilimackinac 1776: First Strike, as Colonial Michilimackinac opens for the 2026 season and we continue our America250 celebration!

  • Jeep the Mac

    St. Ignace, MI

     This event features a Mackinac Bridge parade, scenic trail rides, and vendor displays.  Must register in advance in St. Ignace.

  • Zoo De Mack bike ride

    Harbor Springs to Mackinaw City

    A weekend of music, scenic bike rides, sunshine and the Mighty Mac Bridge.  Starts at the Highlands, and ends in Mackinaw City.

  • Mackinaw City’s Grand Memorial Day Parade

    S. Huron and Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI

    The Mackinaw City Memorial Day Parade is the largest in Michigan, taking place on Saturday of Memorial Weekend, featuring various activities and honoring veterans.

  • Saturday Night Fireworks

    Saturday Night Fireworks
    Conkling Heritage Park 335 S. Huron St., Mackinaw City, MI, United States

    Celebrate summer with our weekly spectacular display! Beginning at 10pm every Saturday, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (weather permitting).

  • Saturday Night Fireworks

    Saturday Night Fireworks
    Conkling Heritage Park 335 S. Huron St., Mackinaw City, MI, United States

    Celebrate summer with our weekly spectacular display! Beginning at 10pm every Saturday, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (weather permitting).

  • Lilac Festival

    Mackinac Island, MI

    The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is the largest and most historic festival on Mackinac Island. It’s 10 days celebrating the lilacs and their uniqueness and history to Mackinac Island.