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73 things to do in Michigan

International Cherry Pit-Spitting Championship
Anyone can take part in this competition, which promises great fun for the whole family

Pictured Rocks Winter Hike
The area of Pictured Rocks in Michigan during the winter period turns into a real ice and snow masterpiece

Holland Tulip Time Festival
Fun and flowers! Skim the cream off in Holland during the tulip festival

Michigan State Fair
See the second oldest state fair in the United States

Kitch-Iti-Kipi (The Big Spring)
Michigan’s largest freshwater spring is a geological phenomenon and a great fishing spot

Wayne County Lightfest
A Christmas fantasy drive-through not far from Detroit

Plymouth Ice Festival
Skilfully carved ice sculptures line the streets of downtown Plymouth

Zehnder’s Snowfest
One of the top snow sculpting events in North America held in Frankenmuth, MI since 1990

MTU Winter Carnival
One of the largest annual winter festivals in the U.S. takes place on the campus of the Michigan Tech University

Electric Forest
Join in the forest family and feel the vibes and energy of this exuberant music festival in Rothbury, Michigan

U.P. Fall Beer Festival in Marquette, MI
A large event for beer enthusiasts in Michigan

Michigan Summer Beer Festival
A large outdoor beer brewers event near Detroit

Woodward Dream Cruise
The largest one-day classic car event in the world, drawing over 1-million people and 40,000 classic cars each year

Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival
America's largest festival combining air show and hot air balloons

Ice Shards on the Great Lakes
The ice cover gets shattered to knife-sharp pieces as spring takes over winter

Kayak to Turnip Rock
This wonder of nature on Lake Huron is one of the best weekend getaways in Michigan

Frankenmuth Balloons over Bavarian Inn
Hot air balloons and more fun in Michigan's little Bavaria

Labor Day Events
The weekend full of outdoor concerts, picnics, and BBQs wraps up the summer season in Michigan

Upper Peninsula Fall Colors
Take in the explosion of yellow, orange, and crimson

Northern Lights
Go on an exciting aurora borealis chase in Northern Michigan

Fairy Doors of Ann Arbor
Discover the magic world of the tiny ornate doors

Skiing and Snowboarding
Hit the slopes at one of the best ski destinations of the Midwest

Apple Harvest and Cider Season
Apples, cider, and donuts—orchards and cider mills in the Ann Arbor area have it all

Rochester Frost Festival (Fire & Ice Festival)
Enjoy the pleasant ambiance during one of the premier winter events in Michigan

Grand Haven Winterfest
A fun winter celebration on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan

Frankenmuth Christmas
Frankenmuth Christmas lights make this Bavarian village an ultimate Christmas destination in Michigan

Sandhill Crane Migration in Michigan
Tens of thousands of cranes fly south from Michigan after breeding over the summer

Hummingbirds in Michigan
You can easily seduce a couple of tiny nectar drinking birds to your backyard with feeders or suitable blooms

Detroit Christmas Lights
Get into holiday spirit with tree lightings and festivals

Christmas Lights in Grand Rapids
Take a stroll through America’s Jolliest City

Christmas Lights in Michigan
Millions of lights illuminate the holiday season in Michigan

Howell Balloon Fest
Howell Balloon Fest is a family-friendly event in the Howell area, also known as Michigan Challenge Balloonfest

Midland Area River Days Festival
Get a birds-eye view of the Tri-Cities region in Central Michigan

Nashville Hot Air Balloon Festival
Enjoy panoramic hot air balloon flights in Barry County

Detroit Water Lantern Festival
The magic of hundreds of illuminated lanterns in Michigan

Thunder Over Michigan
Two days, four performances, tons of emotions—it's all about air show in Michigan

Selfridge Open House and Air Show
Appreciate the remarkable capabilities of the US Air Forces

Grand Rapids Comic Con
Celebrate comic books and popular arts in G-Raps twice a year during the spring and fall comic cons

Stargazing
Shrouded with lakes, Michigan offers an unparalleled dark sky experience

Burning Foot Beer Festival
With the barefoot entry and camping on the beach, this beer fest is definitely not an ordinary one

Detroit 4th of July Events & Fireworks
Detroit celebrates America's birthday: from big-city parties to community gatherings

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Shows
This city has no shortage of things to do during the 4th of July weekend

Luna Pier 4th of July Fireworks, Festival & Shows
Don't miss this spectacular Independence Day celebration

Petoskey 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
A traditional small-town celebration on Lake Michigan

Munger Potato Festival
Plenty of free potato and lots of fun are waiting for you!

Tecumseh's Appleumpkin Festival
One of the best community festivals in Lenawee County

Lake of the Clouds Fall Colors
The most iconic fall spot in the Porcupine Mountains and entire Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Battle Creek Christmas Parade
A must-visit Christmas event to get in the holiday mood

Bad Axe Christmas Parade
Downtown Bad Axe transforms into a winter wonderland

Hudsonville Balloon Days
Balloon flights and countless other activities over two days

Frankenmuth Dog Bowl
If you love hot-air balloons just as much as you love dogs, this fest is for you!

National Cherry Festival Air Show
One of the best annual events of the Grand Traverse region

Wings Over Muskegon
Exciting aerobatics, adventure airplane rides, and plenty of ground displays to explore

OCIA Air Show & Open House
An amazing festival, featuring aircraft performances, static displays, rides, and more family-friendly activities in Waterford, Michigan

Michigan Renaissance Festival
A magical 16th-century Medieval village and plenty of entertainment

Detroit International Jazz Festival
One of the largest jazz festivals in the US brings world-class music to the masses

Michigan Nordic Fire Festival
Ship burning and various fun activities at the Viking Encampment

Saline Celtic Festival
Jousting, Highland games, and a marketplace at the most popular annual event in Saline

Romeo Peach Festival
Community's favorite Labor Day Weekend tradition that will leave you speechless

Posen Potato Festival
Potato, potahto...learn all about this veggie at this annual potato fest!

Four Flags Area Apple Festival in Niles, MI
Indulge in apple pastries, cookies, pies, and cider and have fun at Niles Apple Festival Fairgrounds

Michigan Lavender- Festival
A summer festival that combines a relaxing retreat and participating in interesting workshops