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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270508T090000
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SUMMARY:Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge
DESCRIPTION:TO REGISTER: runmackinac.com \nThe eighth annual Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge will start at Fort Mackinac at 9:00 a.m. and passes all of the historic and natural wonders Mackinac Island State Park has to offer! This challenging but fun course starts runners inside iconic Fort Mackinac then passes by Arch Rock\, the Mackinac Island Service Camp Scout Barracks\, Sugarloaf Rock\, Point Lookout\, the Mackinac Island cemeteries including the historic Post Cemetery\, Fort Holmes\, and finally winds down by the Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence and finishes outside Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac #runmackinac \nTO REGISTER: runmackinac.com
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/fort2fort-five-mile-challenge-3/
LOCATION:Fort Mackinac\, Mackinac Island\, MI
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270531T090000
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Observance
DESCRIPTION:A brief and informal Memorial Day observance to pay tribute to the soldiers who served at Fort Mackinac. Soldiers will assemble at 8:30 a.m. at Fort Mackinac\, march to the cemetery\, perform a short ceremony and salute\, and return to the fort. This is a free event. #thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/memorial-day-observance-3/
LOCATION:Fort Mackinac\, Mackinac Island\, MI
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260817T144210Z
CREATED:20240319T154122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T144210Z
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SUMMARY:The King's Birth-day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:An annual highlight for the British soldiers and civilians at Michilimackinac\, King George III’s official birthday on June 4 was marked by toasts\, dinners and salutes. Join the interpretive staff at Michilimackinac as they celebrate this most British of holidays with artillery fire\, drinks and treats\, and other special programs. All special programs included with regular Colonial Michilimackinac admission. #thisismackinac \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nTBA
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/the-kings-birth-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270703T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270703T223000
DTSTAMP:20260909T122337Z
CREATED:20250425T201832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T122337Z
UID:10001945-1814648400-1814653800@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Michilimackinac Fire at Night
DESCRIPTION:This will be one of the coolest things you see all summer. Experience the power of Michilimackinac’s weapons at night. Gates open at 9:00 p.m. Rifle firing will start at dusk; cannon firing will be after dark. This is a free event; donations welcome. \nThis event will also take place September 5. \n#thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/michilimackinac-fire-at-night-4/2027-07-03/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270704T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270704T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T144323Z
CREATED:20240319T174458Z
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SUMMARY:A Star Spangled Fourth of July
DESCRIPTION:The historic island fort is decked out in patriotic finery with banners\, flags and bunting. It is an 1880’s Independence Day\, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period and children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in games on the fort parade ground. \nDon’t miss out on this all 1880s Independence Day as we have catch and baseball available on the parade ground to go along with foot and relay races\, a band\, a reading of the Declaration of Independence\, the raising of the colors\, the national salute (38 rifle blasts for the 38 states of the 1880s!)\, a cannon salute\, and much more! \nMusic will start at 3:00 p.m. Games will be available on the parade ground beginning at 3:15 p.m. The reading of the Declaration of Independence\, raising of colors\, toast\, and national salute will begin around 4:15 p.m. \nThe Tea Room Restaurant\, operated by Grand Hotel\, is open all day serving snacks\, sweets\, and beverages\, and will have full lunch service from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \nAll special programming is included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/a-star-spangled-fourth-of-july-2/
LOCATION:Fort Mackinac\, Mackinac Island\, MI
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T144623Z
CREATED:20240319T155337Z
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SUMMARY:Maritime Michilimackinac
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Michilimackinac was a major hub for the Great Lakes Fur Trade\, and its location where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet was crucial to its success. This special event will focus on Michilimackinac’s maritime history. Join the interpretive staff as they discuss and demonstrate the many different ways Michilimackinac’s historic residents interacted with and worked on the water. All special events included with a regular Colonial Michilimackinac ticket. #thisismackinac \nThis event also takes place Sunday\, July 11. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nTBA
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/maritime-michilimackinac-2/2027-07-10/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T144623Z
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UID:10001941-1815298200-1815332400@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Maritime Michilimackinac
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Michilimackinac was a major hub for the Great Lakes Fur Trade\, and its location where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet was crucial to its success. This special event will focus on Michilimackinac’s maritime history. Join the interpretive staff as they discuss and demonstrate the many different ways Michilimackinac’s historic residents interacted with and worked on the water. All special events included with a regular Colonial Michilimackinac ticket. #thisismackinac \nThis event also takes place Sunday\, July 11. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nTBA
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/maritime-michilimackinac-2/2027-07-11/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T122101Z
CREATED:20240319T181719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T122101Z
UID:10000519-1816453800-1816459200@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Vintage Base Ball
DESCRIPTION:A vintage game of “base ball” as it was meant to be played\, barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules on the old Fort Mackinac ball field behind Fort Mackinac\, the oldest continually used ball field in Michigan. Learn an old-fashioned cheer\, watch players fined for smoking cigars on the field\, and enjoy a good old-fashioned rivalry! We’re excited to welcome back the Bay City Independents for the 2027 match! Sponsored by Mary’s Bistro and Draught House. \nAdmission by donation. #thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/vintage-base-ball-2/
LOCATION:Fort Mackinac\, Mackinac Island\, MI
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270807T173000
DTSTAMP:20260817T150551Z
CREATED:20241119T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T150551Z
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SUMMARY:National Lighthouse Day: Celebrating the 'Castle on the Straits'
DESCRIPTION:Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse has served as a point in the storm and guiding beacon on the Straits of Mackinac for more than 130 years. On this National Lighthouse Day\, join the interpretive staff of Old Mackinac Point for special programs celebrating the “Castle on the Straits.” All special programs included with regular admission. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS: \nTBA \n#thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/national-lighthouse-day-celebrating-the-castle-on-the-straits/
LOCATION:Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270807T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T145035Z
CREATED:20250320T194349Z
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SUMMARY:Askin's People at Michilimackinac
DESCRIPTION:An America250 event! Askin’s People at Michilimackinac will explore the lives of the free and enslaved people who worked for the merchant John Askin at Michilimackinac in the 1770s. Join the staff at Michilimackinac as they demonstrate the various work performed by Askin’s employees\, who included sailors\, bakers\, gardeners\, cooks\, voyageurs\, laundresses\, and more. Be sure to explore all around the fort and grounds\, as informal demonstrations will be taking place throughout the weekend as well! All events are included with regular admission to Colonial Michilimackinac. #thisismackinac \nThis event also takes place August 8. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nTBA
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/askins-people-at-michilimackinac/2027-08-07/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270808T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270808T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T145035Z
CREATED:20250320T194349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T145035Z
UID:10001943-1817717400-1817751600@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Askin's People at Michilimackinac
DESCRIPTION:An America250 event! Askin’s People at Michilimackinac will explore the lives of the free and enslaved people who worked for the merchant John Askin at Michilimackinac in the 1770s. Join the staff at Michilimackinac as they demonstrate the various work performed by Askin’s employees\, who included sailors\, bakers\, gardeners\, cooks\, voyageurs\, laundresses\, and more. Be sure to explore all around the fort and grounds\, as informal demonstrations will be taking place throughout the weekend as well! All events are included with regular admission to Colonial Michilimackinac. #thisismackinac \nThis event also takes place August 8. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nTBA
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/askins-people-at-michilimackinac/2027-08-08/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270905T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270905T223000
DTSTAMP:20260909T122337Z
CREATED:20250425T201832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T122337Z
UID:10001946-1820178000-1820183400@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Michilimackinac Fire at Night
DESCRIPTION:This will be one of the coolest things you see all summer. Experience the power of Michilimackinac’s weapons at night. Gates open at 9:00 p.m. Rifle firing will start at dusk; cannon firing will be after dark. This is a free event; donations welcome. \nThis event will also take place September 5. \n#thisismackinac
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/michilimackinac-fire-at-night-4/2027-09-05/
LOCATION:Colonial Michilimackinac\, Mackinaw City
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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