Calendar of Events
May 24th - 25th, 2008
Mackinaw Memorial Bridge Race
Topic: Memorial Day Weekend

GEAR UP for an Active Summer with the Mackinac Bridge Memorial Weekend Race. The only time of year that runners are allowed to run the Mackinac Bridge will be this year on May 24th during the 5th Annual Mackinaw Memorial Bridge Run.
Web Site:www.mackinawcity.com
Web Site:www.mackinawcity.com
May 24th, 2008
Memorial Weekend Parade
AT 1:00pm
Topic: Memorial Day Weekend

The Grand Parade begins at Conkling Heritage Park and ends at Colonial Fort Michilimackinac. This is the largest Memorial Parade in the State of Michigan.
May 24th - 26th, 2008
Memorial Weekend Pageant
Topic: Memorial Day Weekend

Mackinaw City, MI: 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: Minavavans and Matchekewis of the Ojibwa tribe and will Wawatam who becomes a blood brother to Alexander Henry and later saves his life.
May 25th, 2008
Memorial Day Fireworks
AT Dusk
Topic: Memorial Day Weekend

Over the bay of Lake Huron, experience the excitement of fabulous fireworks!
June 6th - 15th, 2008
Annual Mackinac Island International Lilac Festival
Topic: Summer Fun
Mackinac IslandSince 1949, Mackinac Island celebrates the arrival of summer with her annual Lilac Festival. This most fragrant time of year celebrates hundreds of lilacs in bloom island wide. Excitement fills the air and days filled with great activities Mackinac Island style.
Web Site:www.mackinacisland.org/visitor.php?section=lilacs
Web Site:www.mackinacisland.org/visitor.php?section=lilacs
June 9th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 13th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 14th - 15th, 2008
Spring BIG MAC Scenic Bike Tour
Topic: Summer Fun

A tradition for many, this bike tour hosts over 500 participants in celebrating a 25, 50, 75 or 100 mile bike tour along the shores of Lake Michigan.
Web Site:http://www.mackinawchamber.com/content/view/75/193/
Web Site:http://www.mackinawchamber.com/content/view/75/193/
June 15th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 12noon To 3:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 15th, 2008
Lilac Festival Parade
Topic: Summer Fun

You won't want to miss this spectaular parade!
June 18th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 20th - 21st, 2008
Girls Just Want To Have Fun Red Hat Extravaganza
Topic: Summer Fun

Ladies don't miss out on this spectacular weekend in Mackinaw City during "Girls Just Want To Have Fun" Red Hat Extravaganza on June 22-24, 2007. There is a party going on just for you featuring Live Entertainment, Food, Cocktails, Karaoke Cruise, Scavenger Hunt, a fabulous Fashion Show, lunch at the Grand Hotel, and more!!!
June 20th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 20th - 21st, 2008
12th Annual "Antiques & Classics On The Bay"
Topic: Summer Fun
St. IgnaceThe first of three auto-related events, this show features original and restored classic and antique vehicles of 1983 or older on display along the downtown waterfront. Period clothing, entertainment, and a Mackinac Bridge rally all add to the festivities.
June 21st - 22nd, 2008
Mackinaw Kite Festival
Topic: Summer Fun

Kite flying enthusiasts throughout the Midwest will gather in the park to showcase the artistry of kite flying and transport visitors back to their childhool. The FREE Festival will showcase different kite flying techniques such as freestyle, stunt, fighter, rokkaku, dragon, and bugging. Other festival activities include learning to fly for beginners, open kite flying, kids games, kite making, & candy drop. Grab your kite; put on a smile, and head out to the the Mackinaw Kite Festival in Mackinaw City. Free Watermelon for all - An ongoing tradition at the Mackinaw Kite Festival.
Web Site:www.mackinawcity.com
Web Site:www.mackinawcity.com
June 25th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 26th - 28th, 2008
33rd Annual St. Ignace Auto Show
Topic: Summer Fun

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.
June 28th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 12noon To 3:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
June 28th - 29th, 2008
Mackinaw City Arts & Crafts Festival
Topic: Summer Fun

This popular annual show is Juried and features many artists from around the country. Exhibits include paintings, woodwork, hand-crafted jewelry, hand-designed clothing, and much more.
July 2nd, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 4th, 2008
July 4th Festivities & Fireworks
AT At Dusk
Topic: Summer Fun

Take pride in our country as you witness one of the north's most spectacular fireworks shows.
July 5th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 12noon To 3:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 10th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 10th - 12th, 2008
Port Huron to Mackinac Yacht Race
Topic: Summer Fun

July 12th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 12noon To 3:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 14th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 16th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 17th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 19th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 3:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 19th - 21st, 2008
Chicago to Mackinac Yacht Race - 100th Running
Topic: Summer Fun

July 21st, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 23rd, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 3:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 24th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 26th, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 12noon To 3:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 29th, 2008
Shepler's West Lighthouse Cruise
From 1:30pm To 4:30pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
July 31st, 2008
Shepler's East Lighthouse Cruise
From 2:00pm To 5:00pm
Topic: Lighthouse Cruise
