Calendar of Events

Manistique is a laid-back community where you can get away from the world for awhile, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t fun and exciting things happing in the city every day. 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.

  • Schoolcraft Tourism
    Full Event Calendar

    Event Listings

    Full event calendar from the City of Manistique and Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce

  • Manistique Farmers' Market
    Manistique Farmers' Market

    Seasonal Farm Market started in 2010Wednesdays, May 31 - September 274:30-6pm at Little Bear West Arena

    All markets are held on Wednesdays at Little Bear West Arena, 180 N. Maple St, in Manistique, Michigan. Local Farmers and Artisans will have food and crafts for sale every Wednesday through out the summer. Come join in for locally grown vegetables and fruits plus locally made crafts.

  • Music in Manistique
    Summer Concert Series

    Wednesdays 7pm | June 28 - Aug 23, 2023Manistique 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.

2023
January
  1. 28-29

    Indian Lake Ice Fishing Derby

    Indian Lake - Manistique

    Five cash prizes in two categories, 80% payback on registration fee ($10). Registration deadline is 9am on January 28, 2023, tickets available at Top O' Lake Sport Shop. Kids Category FREE!

    Manistique Area Trout & Salmon Derby (facebook)
February
  1. 11

    Snowshoe Saturday

    Manistique Township Environmental Education Lab - Krummich Road

    Enjoy a winter walk in the woods on snowshoes. Snowshoes available to borrow or bring your own. Event is free! Visit our Facebook page at EELabManistique. Please note that restrooms are not available due to a construction project that is taking place at this time.

    Environmental Education Laboratory (facebook)
  2. 14

    Snow Sculpture Contest

    Habitat for Humanity HiawathaLand - 401 Deer Street, Manistique

    Sponsored by HiawathaLand Habitat for Humanity. Open to Individuals, Families, Schools, Organizations & Businesses. Call Habitat at 906-341-7437 to register. Submit a photo by 12 Noon on 2-14-23. Voting by the public taking place from 2-14-23 to 2-28-23 on boards posted at Jack's Fresh Market or Zephyr Gas. Winners announced on 2-28-23 with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place plus People's Choice. Follow this event on Facebook at HfHHiawathaLand and to vote for the People's Choice snow sculpture.

    Habitat for Humanity HiawathaLand (facebook)
  3. 18

    McDonald Lake Ice Fishing Derby

    McDonald Lake Boat Access, Dixner Rd., Gulliver, MI 49840

    Fun, family ice fishing derby. Held on McDonald Lake in Gulliver, MI. Registration fee given back as prizes for the largest pike, perch, and walleye for adults. All children receive a registration gift and largest perch is awarded prizes. Held on free fishing weekend, so no fishing license is required.

March
  1. 11

    Elks Chili Cook Off

    Elks Club - 213 Walnut Street, Manistique

    Chili experts get your recipes ready for the Elks Chili Cook Off! Submit your chili between 4 - 5 PM on 3-11-23 so it is ready to go for the public tasting and chili connoisseurs to judge beginning at 5 PM. There will also be a silent auction taking place during the cook off. Call 906-341-2536 with any questions. The Elks support Veterans, Bay Cliff, Project Backpack, Youth Baseball, Robotics and more.

May
  1. 20-21

    Warbler Wonderland Birding Tour

    Schoolcraft Conservation District - 100 North Cedar Street, Manistique

    Guided morning birding trips to local hotspots Saturday and Sunday mornings. Birding related presentations Saturday afternoon and evening after dinner. Suitable for novice to average skill birders and children 13+. Car-pooling or own transportation needed for morning field trips. 15$ registration fee per family or individual includes one T-shirt.

    Schoolcraft Conservation District - Warbler Wonderland
    Warbler Wonderland
  2. 20-21

    Jolliet Marquette Expedition 350 Year Anniversary

    Manistique Campground Pavillion - Traders Point Drive, Manistique

    Historic canoe portage to be reenacted here in our Manistique Harbor. Voyagers will re-enact the Jolliet-Marquette Expedition from St. Ignace, Michigan to Rosedale, Mississippi and back to Green Bay Wisconsin and will encamp on the beach near the Manistique Campground Pavillion on the night of 5-20-21. More information to follow.

June
  1. 10

    Niiwin Noodin Pow Wow

    Manistique Tribal Community Center - 5698W US Highway 2, Manistique
    Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm

    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.

    Niiwin Noodin Pow Wow (facebook)
    Niiwin Noodin Pow Wow
  2. 16

    Summer Street Party

    Triangle Park - Manistique

    This year’s Summer Street Party will be a night to remember and located in the social district of Manistique. Featuring bean bag toss, a live music performance from a local Manistique favorite – Drednot, and delicious drink and dinner specials from Boardwalk Bar and Grill, Tap21, and Wheaty’s Bar, and so much more! BYOC (Bring your own chair) Invite your family, friends, and colleagues for a night in Triangle Park in Manistique. We can’t wait to see you there!

    Summer Street Party 2023
  3. 17

    Manistique Makers Market

    Street between Triangle Park and Lake Effect Art Center - 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.

    Manistique Makers (facebook)
    Manistique Makers Market
July
  1. 1

    July 4th Parade

    Manistique

    Schoolcraft County's July 4th Parade will be held Saturday, July 1, 2023 in Manistique. Fireworks Display will be on Saturday, July 8, 2023 in conjunction with Folk Fest. Parade starts at 12:30 pm. Line up by 11:30 am. Registration forms available in the Advisor. Theme this year is 'Rock & Roll'.

  2. 7-8

    Folk Fest 2023

    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!

    discovermanistique.com
    Folk Fest 2023
  3. 8

    Fireworks Display

    Manistique

    4th of July Fireworks Display will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2023. The fireworks will be held in conjunction with Folk Fest because of the Great American Fireworks Company's schedule.

  4. 15

    Manistique Makers Market

    Street between Triangle Park and Lake Effect Art Center - 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.

    Manistique Makers (facebook)
    Manistique Makers Market
  5. 28

    Tour Da Yoop, Eh! Bicycle Tour

    Manistique, Michigan

    Tour Da Yoop, Eh! Bicycle Tour of the UP will begin and end in Manistique. The tour is presented by Tour Da Yoop, Eh and UP Lions Childhood Cancer. Visit website for more information and to register.

    Tour Da Yoop, Eh
    Tour Da Yoop Eh
  6. 29-30

    38th Annual 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.

    Manistique Area Trout & Salmon Derby (facebook)
    Trout & Salmon Derby
  7. 28-29

    Schoolcraft County Fair

    Schoolcraft County Fairgrounds, 139 Lake Street, Manistique, MI 49854

    Mechanical thrill rides, inflatables, entertainment, animals, exhibits and displays. Fun for the whole family! Make a donation to our Summer Day Camp program and you will receive entry to the fair and a wristband to ride all rides and inflatables plus attend all entertainment and be able to participate in all activities. Affordable for everyone! You determine what you pay! Food vendors will be on site during this 2 day event.

    Schoolcraft County Fair
August
  1. 5

    Cedar Street Slam

    Manistique

    We're going to take it to the streets. What's more fun in the summer than a little bit of competitive 3 on 3 street basketball between family and friends? Mark your summer calendar now to include Cedar Street Slam. Come walk our shoreline, hike our parks and trails, stroll through our unique shops and most importantly have a memorable weekend with family and friends. Registration will be opening soon! The event is organized by: Manistique Merchants Committee

    Cedar Street Slam
    Cedar Street Slam
  2. 5

    6th Annual 906 Festival

    Erickson Center For The Arts Park

    The “906 Festival” offers Curtis, surrounding communities, and visitors to our area a fun, family-friendly event that celebrates OUR HOME, the Upper Peninsula. Our festival includes live music, art and retail vendors, beer and wine tent, entertainment in the Park all day, fun games and activities for the whole family, non-profit organization booths, demonstrations, and more. Celebrate the “906” at the ECA! FREE ADMISSION

    Event Info (ECA)
    906 Festival
  3. 10-14

    Vietnam Wall Event

    Manistique Marina - 300 Maple Street, Manistique, MI

    The Schoolcraft County All-Vets is proud to announce plans to bring the Vietnam "Moving Wall" back to Manistique Marina on August 10-14th, 2023. Schoolcraft County and the entire Upper Peninsula are home to many Vietnam Veterans, join us by honoring their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty and country.

    Vietnam Moving Wall
  4. 11

    Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge Loonapalooza

    Erickson Center For The Arts | 9224N Saw-Wa-Quato Rd - Curtis, MI 49820

    A Celebration of Lakes, Loons and Love. Loonapalooza is an evening of celebration of Seney National Wildlife Refuge’s world-famous Common Loons, including the world-famous pair ABJ & FE. 6:30 - 8:30pm Open Program - Learn about the loons and the refuge!

    Event Info (ECA)
    Loonapalooza
  5. 18

    Summer Street Party

    Downtown Manistique (Social District)

    The Second Summer Street Party is scheduled to take place on Friday, August 18, 2023, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in downtown Manistique (social district). This event will showcase a live performance by The Crossroads Band, who will be playing from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Additionally, attendees can enjoy local specials offered by area businesses, family-friendly entertainment, and much more.

    Summer Street Party 2023
  6. 19

    Hops on the Harbor **POSTPONED UNTIL 2024**

    Manistique

  7. 19

    Manistique Makers Market

    Street between Triangle Park and Lake Effect Art Center - 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.

    Manistique Makers (facebook)
    Manistique Makers Market
September
  1. 2

    Manistique Car Show

    Downtown Cedar Street - Manistique

    The 26th Annual Manistique Merchant Car Show is coming back to Manistique and this year is going to be better than ever! Enjoy your Labor Day weekend in Manistique! Kick off the weekend with the Friday Night Cruise to begin at 7 pm. The Car Show begins on Saturday morning from 10am to 4pm. 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!

    discovermanistique.com
    Manistique Car Show 2023
  2. 22

    Kewadin Casino Manistique - Customer Appreciation

    Kewadin Casino | 5630 US Route 2 - Manistique

    Win Quarter Pig & Quarter Beef or Half Pig, Half Beef & Freezer. Hot Seat Draws 2-10pm. Grand prize draws start at 10pm. Earn entries daily from September 1-22 for the Customer Appreciation Draws on September 22.

    kewadin.com
    Kewadin Casino Customer Appreciation 2023
  3. 30

    Westside Flannel Fest

    Deer Street to Westside Manistique

    The 5th Annual Westside Flannel Fest will take place on Saturday, September 30th from 11:00 am-6:00 pm! Live music all day, bouncy houses, face painting, pie eating contest, sack races, euchre & pool tournaments, pumpkin decorating, food & craft vendors and more. Free entry.

    discovermanistique.com
    Westside Flannel Fest 2023
Folk Fest
Fishing Derby