Carefree Travel Guide 2024

event calendar 2024

Kevin Povenz

June

March

Mackinac Island Lilac Festival June 7-16, Mackinac Island 2024 marks the 76th anniversary of the largest & most historic festival on Mackinac Island. Celebrate the lilacs & their uniqueness & history to Mackinac Island with 10 full days of events & activities. MackinacIsland.org/ Mackinac-Island-Lilac-Festival Makers Trail Festival June 8, Bridgman Find your favorite SWMI Maker during the Makers Trail Festival from 1:00p-7:00p at Weko Beach. Live music, craft beer, wine, spirits, cider, and delicious food! StJoeToday.com 4th Annual Bellaire Golf Outing June 20, Bellaire Prizes for the Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, and First and Last Place. Reception immediately following. This event benefits the Bellaire Chamber of Commerce and in-turn the local community!

Michigan Maple Festival March 16-17 & 23-24, Jones Maple Row Sugarhouse A festival celebrating everything about maple syrup. Two family-fun packed weekends full of amazing maple food, kid-friendly activities, and more. MichiganMapleFestival.com Capri Drive-In 60th Anniversary Celebration All 2024, Coldwater Celebrate the Capri Drive-In’s 60th Anniversary! Throughout 2024, the theatre will be hosting special events, promotions, surprises and more. Check the website for dates and details. CapriDriveIn.com New Release Wine & Food Pairings April 13-14 & 20-21, Fennville Fenn Valley Vineyards A special wine and food pairing featuring 6 never-before released wines! FennValley.com/Events

April

BellaireChamber.org Cheetah Chase June 22, Battle Creek

Join the most unique race event in the state – where every step is filled with adventure! BinderParkZoo.org/Cheetah-Chase/

May

Allegan Antiques Market May-September, Allegan Allegan Antiques Market is Michigan’s finest antique show, featuring hundreds of quality dealers in every field of antiques and collectibles. AlleganAntiques.com

Wine Festival June 22, Fennville Fenn Valley Vineyards An annual celebration of Michigan wine held in the heart of Fenn Valley’s 240 acre production vineyard. FennValley.com/Events

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