Welcome to the breathtaking beauty of Leelanau – where the stunning landscape and natural splendor meets fascinating cultural experiences. Join us for Spring into Summer on the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail May 29th – June 7th as the wineries showcase some of the new vintages they are setting to release in the coming months. Ticket holders will get access and...
Come show your support for the Grand Traverse Lighthouse by rocking either of the two race events... Pirate Dash 5K run/walk: Start time = 9:15am - runners, walkers, strollers and dogs all welcome Captain Woolsey 10-Miler: Start time = 8:30am - for the tough-arrr crowd Both races begin at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park, and...
Celebrate Michigan-Made Cheese at Cheese Fest 2026! This incredible event brings together cheese and related vendors from around the state. An exciting day for cheese lovers of all ages Cheese Fest offers opportunities to taste cheese, meet the cheesemakers, tour the Leelanau Cheese Company cave and "compete" in the Cheese Olympics. Additionally, with face-painting, kids crafts and a petting zoo...
Celebrating all things asparagus - this may be the best asparagus party on the planet! The Village of Empire is back for another amazing, asparagus filled day. In addition to the incredible local asparagus eats and recipe contest, there will be an array of food and beverage vendors, great live music, and fun activities for the whole family! Get out...
The M22 Challenge is a unique run-bike-paddle event held in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Recognized as "The Most Beautiful Place in America" the overwhelming beauty of the race course and the camaraderie of fellow racers will make this event one you won’t forget! Run 2.5 miles: the run includes a 100 yard "dash" up the infamous Dune Climb....
The Leland Wine & Food Festival is an annual event celebrating the best of Leelanau County's wine and culinary scene. Indulge in Northern Michigan’s finest wines, craft beers, and gourmet foods while enjoying the stunning waterfront views. With our ‘Come & Go’ re-entry wristbands, you can explore Leland’s pristine beaches, charming boutiques, captivating galleries, and the iconic Historic Fishtown—then return...
The Annual Summer Kickoff Artisan & Wine Walk is coming again to Suttons Bay! This beloved evening event is the perfect way to welcome the season—stroll through town, explore unique local shops, meet talented artists, and sip on delicious wines, ciders, and brews from right here in Leelanau County. Enjoy the live music throughout town and participate in a variety...
In celebration of annual Michigan Log Cabin Day, Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear will be highlighting the log cabins of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Special guest, descendant Stuart Boekeloo will be sharing stories with visitors at the Boekeloo Cabin. See Event Website for more details
The Old Art Building's 28th annual art fair will offer over 70 booths of original work from artists and makers around the Midwest. Our Artists' Market features fine art paintings and illustrations, photography, ceramics, jewelry, handmade apparel, furniture, metal art, basketry, literature, gourmet food and other quality artisan wares. The market also features Kids' Booths on the back lawn, allowing young artists and entrepreneurs...
Fishtown Rocks 5K 2026 is the 18th Annual Fishtown 5K! Put together by the Fishtown Preservation Society this race encourages the public to come run or walk to support and celebrate historic Fishtown. All proceeds benefit Fishtown Preservation Society and its mission. Starting and finishing in the heart of Fishtown, gradual climbs and graceful descents make our chip-timed 5K ideal for...
The 14th Annual Port Oneida Run - 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Join us for this unique event. The only run where the course traverses through the scenic rolling hills and tranquil level pastoral pathways of the Port Oneida Rural Historic District, within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Come for a run and make a day of exploring the park...
The Suttons Bay Art Festival takes place next to the beautiful Suttons Bay Marina Park on the first weekend of August. One hundred artists along with community groups, a community library book sale, food vendors and a children's area make this the perfect place to spend an art-filled weekend at the beach. A committee of volunteers oversees the selection of...
Come out for the annual Fly-in/Drive-in breakfast at the Woolsey Memorial Airport in Northport, MI. Airplanes, classic cars, and pancakes - who could ask for anything more? All proceeds go to the Northport Lion's Club and support needs throughout the community. It's an amazingly fun time! $10/adult and $5/child Event Website: https://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/northportmi
The Port Oneida Fair is a family-friendly event showcasing the traditional skills and crafts of by-gone days at historic farms and a one-room schoolhouse. Every August, the Port Oneida Rural Historic District comes alive with activity true to the period when it was a community of robust settlers. Step back in time at the two-day Port Oneida Fair to experience...
The Cedar Polka Fest is an annual festival celebrating the towns rich Polish history. Lasting 4 days and nights, nearly 10,000 people descend into town for family fun. Join us to eat, drink, and dance the nights away. With live Polka music from the best Polka Bands in America, this festival is a real treat for Polka fans. Food vendors offer...
The 2026 Run 4 The Kielbasa marks the sixth year for this Cedar Polka Festival race event. This four-mile event begins and ends in downtown Cedar and is professionally timed. All runners, walkers, strollers, wheelchair racers, and dogs are welcome. Registered runners receive free entry to the Polka Fest and one DRINK Ticket good for a beer or pop! See...
Satisfy your senses in one of the premier cycling destinations in the USA! The Leelanau Harvest Tour is a great biking adventure for both families and single riders as the fall colors begin to show and apple trees are laden with fruit. Routes of 18, 38, 56, and 70 miles wind throughout beautiful Leelanau County on excellent paved roads passing by farms,...
Join us for the Annual Leelanau Maritime History Festival hosted by the Leelanau Historical Society — an engaging, family-friendly celebration of the region’s maritime history and its ties to the Great Lakes. Free Museum Admission Includes access to permanent & rotating exhibits such as, Life on Lake Leelanau: Ripples Through Time, Shipwrecks of the Manitou Passage, lighthouse and ship models, and more. Community Partners...
Car enthusiasts will be thrilled by this year's running of the Empire Hill Climb. First run from 1964 to 1980, the race is back to stay! During its original running some of the best cars of their time made their way up the hill such as Austin Healey’s, Jaguar E-Type’s, AMC Gremlin’s, Formula Ford and V’s, Triumph’s, Corvette’s, Porsche’s and...