Whether it’s the polished chrome and steel of the annual Kewadin Classic Car Show; the vendors, music and food of Folkfest, or stepping back into the past with Pioneer Day, the city’s calendar is bursting with ways to make your summer in Manistique unforgettable. From quiet walks along white-sand beaches on Lake Michigan to canoeing down a wilderness river to catching a crowd-pleasing summer festival, you can be sure you'll bring home memories that won't soon be forgotten.
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Manistique Farmers' Market
Seasonal Food, Farm & Artisan Market started in 2010
Wednesdays, May 28 - October 29
5-6:30pm at Triangle Park / Oak Street / Arbutus Ave
Visitors can expect an ever-changing array of seasonal fruits and vegetables sourced directly from local farms, ensuring freshness and quality. In addition to farm-fresh produce, we also feature artisanal foods such as homemade jams, honey, and baked goods. Beyond food and beverages, the market showcases the talents of local artisans and crafters, offering an eclectic selection of handmade jewelry, knitwork, and artwork.
On rainy days, the market moves indoors to Lake Effect Arts at 244 S. Cedar St.
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Summer Concert Series
Wednesdays 7pm | June 5 - Aug 21, 2024
Manistique Central Park Band Shell
This year’s Music in Manistique Summer Concert Series will be presented by Lake Effect Community Arts Center in partnership with the City of Manistique. The concerts are sponsored by Manistique businesses and organizations and by a mini-grant from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council. Concerts will be performed outside at the Manistique City Band Shell, located in beautiful Central Park, beginning at 7 p.m. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to Little Bear West Arena, located at 180 North Maple Street. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair.
Annual Events
Manistique Folk Festival
Downtown Manistique | 2nd Saturday in July
The most anticipated event of the year features vendors & crafters, food vendors, tasty treats, AND live music all day & night! Folk Fest is a celebration of life that takes place on the main street of Manistique, Michigan. Art and Craft Booths display their diverse wares on the second block continuing North on Cedar St while the aromas of Multicultural Food Booths tempt the participants down the street. Consistently ranked as a favorite small town getaway by visitors, Manistique's natural beauty provides the perfect setting for a day of antiquing and shopping.
Manistique Trout & Salmon Derby
Manistique, Michigan | last weekend in July
Manistique attracts anglers from all over the Great Lakes to take part in the annual Trout & Salmon Derby. Started in 1985 by local fishermen, the derby has grown every year to now regularly exceed 300 participants. The derby pays 1st-8th place in both Trout and Salmon categories based on largest fish, plus an optional 3-3-3 side tournament. Each year an average of $20,000 is paid out in cash and prizes. The Monday-Wednesday prior to the weekend, a pre-fishing tournament is run, and pays out the top three fish caught each of those days.
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Manistique Car Show
Downtown Manistique | Labor Day Weekend
The annual Manistique Car Show features an eclectic mix of custom cars, hot rods, and classics. In addition to the cars, guests can enjoy music, food, and more! Enjoy your Labor Day weekend in Manistique! Kick off the weekend with the Friday Night Cruise. The Car Show begins on Saturday morning. Come enjoy this great family event in Downtown Manistique's Social District! Check out the cars, browse the shops, and enjoy some good food and brews!
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May 3
Beginning Birders Walk
Environmental Education Lab
Krummich Road - Manistique
8-11am
Retired wildlife biologists Scott and Linda Thomasma will give a short talk on identification and then take participants on a birding walk. The walk will include the repaired wetland boardwalk. Participants can feel free to stay for as much or as little of the walk as they are comfortable taking. A portion of the walk will be on the wheelchair-accessible pathway. Binoculars and field guides provided, courtesy of Seney National Wildlife Refuge! We had a great time hearing and seeing a wide variety of warblers and other birds last year.
May 3
Spring Mom-To-Mom Sale & Swap
First Baptist Church
319 Walnut Street - Manistique
1 - 3pm
Join us for a mom to mom sale where parents have a chance to swap, shop, and save on children's items. Entry into the event is free. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.
May 3
Purses With A Purpose
MONA's at Indian lake Country Club
1305 Birch Street - Manistique
5 - 9pm
Live Auction, Prizes, Cash Bar, Appetizers. Featuring purses donated by Gayle Mariucci and Lupe Izzo! You'll have a chance to bid on beautiful designer purses packed with fun surprises, including local gift certificates, jewelry and more! Hosted by the Women's Club of Manistique for the benefit of Beacon House. Tickets $25 - available at Kellwer Williams Real Estate, Limestone Credit Union and Putvins Drug Store.
May 4
Hand-Poured Candle Making Workshop
Erickson Center for the Arts
9138 Saw-Wa-Quato Street - Curtis, Michigan
2 - 3:30pm
Upper Level of the ECA Building, $35/person-all supplies included to make 2 candles. Join Kitt Latsch of Manistique for this FUN and UNIQUE workshop at the ECA! Students will choose their favorite fragrance and then measure, mix and pour their very own candles. Mingle while you're waiting for your candle to set up enough to transport home, or leave your candle and pick it up later at your convenience. Light snacks provided, feel free to bring your own beverages. NOTE: Please exercise caution when choosing to participate in a candle making class if you have any specific allergies or fragrance sensitivities. Call the ECA office to register 906.586.9974. Registration fee due at time of sign up. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED!
May 11
Author Talk & Book Signing with Meagan Francis
The Mill
216 S Cedar Street - Manistique
2pm
Author Meagan Francis - also co-owner of The Mill - will be giving a talk specially for moms, answering questions, and signing copies of her brand-new book "The Last Parenting Book You'll Ever Read: How We Let Our Kids Go And Embrace What's Next." This event is part of Mother's Day @ The Mill, an all-day event celebrating moms! Sip a free coffee or tea, or purchase a treat from Pell's Farms to enjoy while you hear Meagan talk.
May 17-18
Warbler Wonderland
Manistique, Michigan
Join us on the shores of Lake Michigan for guided morning bird hikes to a variety of Great Lakes habitats. Manistique and the surrounding areas are hot spots for spring warbler migration. Afternoon keynote speakers will discuss interesting birding topics such as migration and creating bird habitat. $20 per person, includes tour transportation and a commemorative shirt.
May 17
Spring Wooden Sign Make & Take
Erickson Center for the Arts
9138 Saw-Wa-Quato Street - Curtis, Michigan
5 - 7pm
Join instructor Shannon Hider and make your choice of two signs, spring bike or gnome. Paint and assemble your fun spring sign and create a special decoration to cherish for years to come! $35/person. Ages 10 and up welcome. All supplies included. Sign measures approximately 11 inches across. Feel free to bring your own beverages. Call the ECA office to sign up 906.586.9974. Registration fee due at time of sign up
May 21
Kamryn Marck "Woman of the Watch, Keepers of the Light"
The Pine Performance Center
N9224 Saw-Wa-Quato Street, Curtis, MI
7pm - doors @ 6:30
“Women of the Watch, Keepers of the Light” is an uplifting 45-minutes of music, laughter, and simple honest storytelling. The play follows Kamryn as she relives family trips to lighthouses in Michigan, which ignites a passion to share the spectacular stories of various female lighthouse keepers of the Great Lakes. She details the lives of four particular keepers by donning voice and movement. As she steps into these brave women’s shoes, she discovers the tragedy of the hardships they faced and the beauty of their spirits. Presentation to be followed by a Q and A with Kamryn. Tickets $15 online, $20 at the door.
May 24
Makers Market of Manistique
Triangle Park
S Cedar Street and Oak Street - Manistique
10am - 3pm
A seasonal outdoor market in the heart of downtown Manistique, MI that features our local makers! Come explore a world of locally handmade products that tell the stories of the people who created them. Find unique gifts for all of your favorite people, and treat yourself to something special that can’t be found anywhere else.
May 24
"The Great Outdoors" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Gates open at 8pm. Sponsored by State Savings Bank and the U.P. Film Union.
This event marks the beginning of our 10th season anniversary! We will be holding giveaways before the film begins to celebrate our decade of movies under the stars. On Saturday, May 24 at dusk, around 9:30 pm, we will be screening the classic film, THE GREAT OUTDOORS from 1988.
Concessions including pizza, popcorn, hot dogs, candy and refreshments will also be available. Proceeds from concession sales will benefit the Schoolcraft County AllVets and their mission to build a veteran memorial. Admission is FREE courtesy of our generous sponsor, State Savings Bank! Bring a car full of friends and family and come enjoy a fun, relaxing night.
May 28
Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market
First Market of the Season
Triangle Park
Oak Street & Arbutus Ave - Manistique, Michigan
5pm
Seasonal Food, Farm & Artisan Market in Manistique, Michigan from May 28 - October 29. Every Wednesday from 5pm - 6:30pm. Visitors to the Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market will find convenient on-street parking, municipal parking, and a nearby parking lot along Arbutus Ave, ensuring easy access to the market's offerings. On rainy days, the market moves indoors to Lake Effect Arts at 244 S. Cedar St.
May 29
Composting Workshop & Community Garden Kickoff
Manistique Community Garden
501 N Mackinac Avenue - Manistique, Michigan
5pm
Join us at the Manistique Community Garden on Thursday, May 29 for a free composting workshop and season kickoff social hour! We will be partnering with the Manistique Women's Club to host the workshop, which will cover the basics of composting and how to use the garden's composting site, followed by subs and chips to celebrate the garden's opening. Please be sure to RSVP to Melissa at 517-281-7639 so we know how much food to prepare. Come early or stay late if you'd like to help out with any garden cleanup!
June 7
3rd Annual Niiwin Noodin Powwow
Manistique Tribal Community Center
5698W US Highway 2 - Manistique, Michigan
Grand Entry: 1pm
Indigenous Crafts, Dancing, Food. Open to public. All are welcome! Food, music, dance, socializing, arts and culture. And so much more. Free parking and admission. Community Feast 6pm. Teaching and talking circle on Friday, June 6 at 6pm.
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June 13
Summer Street Party
Social District - Downtown Manistique
6:30 - 9:30pm
Limestone FCU, Schoolcraft Tourism and Commerce, and the Manistique Merchants will be co-hosting the first Summer Street Party of the year on Friday, June 13, 2025. Guests can expect bean bag toss, specials from local businesses, a live music performance from a local Manistique favorite - the 2nd Edition Band, and so much more! Sponsors encourage the community to invite friends, family, and colleagues from all over to attend this year’s Summer Street Party. Make sure to bring your own chair.
June 27
Swing For The Kids 4-Person Scramble
Indian Lake Golf Course
1305 Birch Street - Manistique, Michigan
4th Annual Swing For The Kids 4-Person Scramble presented by Manistique Area Kiwanis. More information to follow.
June 28
Makers Market of Manistique
Triangle Park
S Cedar Street and Oak Street - Manistique
10am - 3pm
A seasonal outdoor market in the heart of downtown Manistique, MI that features our local makers! Come explore a world of locally handmade products that tell the stories of the people who created them. Find unique gifts for all of your favorite people, and treat yourself to something special that can’t be found anywhere else.
June 28
Manistique Pioneer Day
Historic Water Tower
Pioneer Park (Deer Street) - Manistique
10am - 4pm
More information soon
June 28
"Dirty Dancing" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Sponsored by Wheaty's Pub and the U.P. Film Union.
Join us for part of the 10th season at the ONLY Drive-In Movie Theater in the Upper Peninsula! On Saturday, June 28 at dusk, around 10:00 pm, we will be screening the classic film, DIRTY DANCING from 1987.
July 5
Independence Day Celebration
Downtown Manistique
Schoolcraft County's July 4th Parade will be held Saturday, July 5, 2025 in Manistique. The fireworks Display will be held the evening of the 5th. More information coming soon.
July 11-12
Folk Fest 2025
Downtown Manistique
Join us at the Manistique Folk Fest celebration! Come on down to the most anticipated event of the year featuring 75+ vendors & crafters, 10+ food vendors, tasty treats, AND live music all day & night! Experience the magic of Folk Fest! Enjoy a day and a half of live music, delicious food, unique crafts, and fun for the entire family. With bouncy houses, diverse vendors, and amazing local performances, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us on July 11th and 12th.
July 12
Manistique Emerald Chase
Manistique High School
100 N Cedar Street - Manistique, Michigan
9am
5k/10k Run/Walk - formerly "Manistique Paper Chase" Saturday of Folkfest! Race start location TBD. The course will remain mostly on the boardwalk but will be updated for safety. Updated maps available by June. Awards to overall winners. Medals to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female finishers in all 5k divisions. Medals to top five 10k male and female runners.
July 18
CBC Golf Scramble
CBC Golf Outing
Indian Lake Golf Course
1305 Birch Street - Manistique
CBC Schoolcraft County raises funds for the American Cancer Society, Bay Cliff Health Camp, and Community Charities. CBC 4 Person Golf Scramble on July 18th. More info coming soon.
July 25-26
Schoolcraft County Fair
Schoolcraft County Fairgrounds
Lake Street - Manistique, Michigan
Fri 4-10pm, Sat Noon-9pm
Enjoy Thrill Rides, Games and Inflatables! Fair Entry - FREE, Wristbands - FREE, Parking - FREE! All We Ask is That You Make a Donation to Our Summer Day Camp Program. Wristbands include All Mechanical Thrill Rides, Inflatables and Entertainment.
July 25 - August 3
Tour Da Yoop, Eh! Bicycle Tour
Manistique, Michigan
Tour Da Yoop, Eh! Bicycle Tour of the UP will begin and end in Manistique. Tour Da Yoop, Eh is a 1,200 mile bike tour around the perimeter of Michigan’s secret biking paradise, the Upper Peninsula, and you are invited! Our little peninsula is covered with expansive roads, free of dangerous traffic, and sprinkled with sparkling waterfalls, unique landmarks, and awe-inspiring lake views. Join us in riding and raising money for U.P. families battling childhood cancer.The tour is presented by Tour Da Yoop, Eh and U.P. Lions Serve raising money for families battling childhood cancer. Visit website for more information and to register.
July 26-27
40th Manistique Trout & Salmon Derby
Manistique Boat Launch
Held on the last weekend in July, Manistique attracts anglers from all over the Great Lakes to take part in the annual Trout & Salmon Derby. Started in 1985 by local fishermen, the derby has grown every year to now regularly exceed 300 participants. Local businesses and government generously donate time, money, and prizes to make this a success.
July 26
Makers Market of Manistique
Triangle Park
S Cedar Street and Oak Street - Manistique
10am - 3pm
A seasonal outdoor market in the heart of downtown Manistique, MI that features our local makers! Come explore a world of locally handmade products that tell the stories of the people who created them. Find unique gifts for all of your favorite people, and treat yourself to something special that can’t be found anywhere else.
July 26
"Avatar" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Sponsored by U.P. Tire & Auto and the U.P. Film Union.
Join us for part of the 10th season at the ONLY Drive-In Movie Theater in the Upper Peninsula! On Saturday, July 26 at dusk, around 10:00 pm, we will be screening the classic film, AVATAR from 2009.
August 2
8th Annual 906 Festival
Erickson Center Park
9138 Saw-Wa-Quato Street - Curtis, MI
11am - 7pm
The “906 Festival” offers Curtis, surrounding communities, and visitors to our area a fun, family-friendly event that celebrates OUR HOME, the Upper Peninsula! Festival includes LIVE MUSIC, art and retail vendors, FOOD VENDORS, beer and wine tent featuring U.P. crafted brews, entertainment in the Park all day, fun activities for the whole family, non-profit organization booths, demonstrations, and more. Free Admission!
August 2-3
Manistique Softball Showdown 2025
Cardinal, Watertower and Central Fields
Manistique, Michigan
Inaugural Manistique Softball Showdown fundraiser, benefiting the Manistique Varsity Softball Team. 10 team tournament, double elimination. Coed 18+, registration $250. Home Run Derby, concessions, 50/50.
August 12
Young Eagles Flights
Schoolcraft County Airport
5910W US-2 - Manistique
5 - 8pm
EAA Chaper 1624 is once again offering a free discovery flight for kids ages 8 thru 17. Young Eagles Flights will be held at Schoolcraft County Airport (KISQ) in Manistique. Young Eagles will spend about 15 to 20 minutes in the air and experience the awesome feeling of flight that many people only dream about. Many people remember this experience for the rest of their lives! A parent or legal guardian is required to sign a consent form prior to flight. Come out and support your local EAA chapter and experience the wonder and joy of flight! Call Renee at (920) 540-3902.
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August 29-30
Manistique Car Show
Downtown Manistique (Cedar Street)
The 28th Annual Manistique Merchant Car Show is coming back to Manistique and this year is going to be better than ever! More details to follow. Friday Night Cruise and Saturday Car Show will be on the agenda! Join us and show off those cars!
August 30
Makers Market of Manistique
Triangle Park
S Cedar Street and Oak Street - Manistique
10am - 3pm
A seasonal outdoor market in the heart of downtown Manistique, MI that features our local makers! Come explore a world of locally handmade products that tell the stories of the people who created them. Find unique gifts for all of your favorite people, and treat yourself to something special that can’t be found anywhere else.
August 30
"Twister" & "Twisters" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Sponsored by Trillium House and the U.P. Film Union.
Join us for part of the 10th season at the ONLY Drive-In Movie Theater in the Upper Peninsula! On Saturday, August 30 at dusk, around 10:00 pm, we will be screening the classic films, TWISTER from 1996 and TWISTERS from 2024.
October 25
"Toy Story of Terror" / "The Exorcist" / "The Exorcist: Believer" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Sponsored by Semco Energy and the U.P. Film Union.
Join us for part of the 10th season at the ONLY Drive-In Movie Theater in the Upper Peninsula! On Saturday, October 25 at dusk, around 10:00 pm, we will be screening the classic films, TOY STORY OF TERROR! from 2013, THE EXORCIST from 1973 and THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER from 2023.
November 8
"Escanaba In Da Moonlight" Free Movie Event
Highway 2 Community Drive In Theater
5885W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan
Free event. Sponsored by Grover Real Estate and the U.P. Film Union.
Join us for part of the 10th season at the ONLY Drive-In Movie Theater in the Upper Peninsula! On Saturday, November 8 at dusk, around 10:00 pm, we will be screening the classic film, ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT from 2001.
