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SUMMARY:Fort Fright
DESCRIPTION:Lanterns light your way through an 18th-century fort and fur trading village overrun by werewolves\, witches\, goblins and ghouls. Storytellers weave spooky folktales near bonfires and treats such as hot mulled cider\, cookies and candy can be found throughout the site. Most stops are suitable for all ages\, but the Soldier Ghost Haunted Rowhouse\, Demon Dance\, and Loup Garou Forest will give thrills and chills to adults and children alike. \nOctober 8-9\, 2027\, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Last admission at 8:30 p.m. both nights. \nFort Fright is based on folktales found in Were-Wolves and Will-O-The-Wisps: French Tales of Mackinac Retold.
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/fort-fright-2/2027-10-08/
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:20261212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261212T190000
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SUMMARY:A Colonial Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The sun sets on the Straits of Mackinac. Fires crackle in stone hearths. The smell of treats and warm beverages fill the crisp winter air. Laughter\, conversation\, and more can be heard emanating from inside the palisaded walls. It’s ‘A Colonial Christmas’ at Colonial Michilimackinac\, where the traditions of the 17th and 18th century are alive for all to explore. \nLanterns light the path in Michilimackinac where storytellers recount the various traditions of historic residents\, a retelling of the first Christmas at Mackinac in 1679\, and the church at Ste. Anne’s prepared for Christmas Mass as it would have been in the 18th century. Create crafts to take home and bring the family out on the Parade Ground for historic games. All the while\, enjoy delicious holiday snacks located throughout the fort. #thisismackinac \nAdults: $16\nChild (5-12): $10.50\nUnder 4: Free\nMackinac Associates: Free
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/a-colonial-christmas-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:20270508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260817T143959Z
CREATED:20241108T144952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T143959Z
UID:10000620-1809766800-1809777600@www.mackinacparks.com
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
DTSTAMP:20260817T144045Z
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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:20270807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270807T173000
DTSTAMP:20260817T150551Z
CREATED:20241119T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T150551Z
UID:10000699-1817629200-1817659800@www.mackinacparks.com
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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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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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:20270703T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270703T223000
DTSTAMP:20260909T122337Z
CREATED:20250425T201832Z
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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:20270905T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270905T223000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270306T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270306T193000
DTSTAMP:20261016T155610Z
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SUMMARY:Twilight Turtle Trek
DESCRIPTION:Mackinac Island Turtle Trek – A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland. The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate. The trail is groomed\, track set\, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long. This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks\, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club. #thisismackinac \n**Transportation can be difficult to Mackinac Island in the winter months. Please check ferry and plane schedules.**
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/twilight-turtle-trek-6/2027-03-06/
LOCATION:Mackinac Island State Park\, Mackinac Island
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:20270109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270109T193000
DTSTAMP:20261016T155610Z
CREATED:20250814T132602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T155610Z
UID:10001949-1799515800-1799523000@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Twilight Turtle Trek
DESCRIPTION:Mackinac Island Turtle Trek – A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland. The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate. The trail is groomed\, track set\, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long. This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks\, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club. #thisismackinac \n**Transportation can be difficult to Mackinac Island in the winter months. Please check ferry and plane schedules.**
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/twilight-turtle-trek-6/2027-01-09/
LOCATION:Mackinac Island State Park\, Mackinac Island
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:20270206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270206T193000
DTSTAMP:20261016T155610Z
CREATED:20250814T132602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T155610Z
UID:10001950-1801935000-1801942200@www.mackinacparks.com
SUMMARY:Twilight Turtle Trek
DESCRIPTION:Mackinac Island Turtle Trek – A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland. The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate. The trail is groomed\, track set\, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long. This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks\, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club. #thisismackinac \n**Transportation can be difficult to Mackinac Island in the winter months. Please check ferry and plane schedules.**
URL:https://www.mackinacparks.com/event/twilight-turtle-trek-6/2027-02-06/
LOCATION:Mackinac Island State Park\, Mackinac Island
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mackinac State Historic Parks":MAILTO:mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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