Jun 25 Thursday
Known for beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets, the Sunset Beach Bonfire Series is a way to celebrate it all.
On the last Thursday of June, July and August, you are invited to bring your beach chairs and blankets to Stearns Park Beach to enjoy a true Up North evening that includes a bonfire, music and a beautiful sunset. Mark your calendar for June 25, July 30, and August 27, 2026.
Celebrate summer with golden sands, cool water, warm fire and beautiful sky. Sunset Bonfires are open to the public and free to attend, from 8-10 PM
Jun 27 Saturday
Try a 204-mile trek from Au Gres on Lake Huron to Ludington on Lake Michigan or… a 100-mile loop that begins and ends at Stearns Park.
Jun 30 Tuesday
At Norte Youth Cycling, we believe everyone should be able to experience the joy and freedom of bike riding, regardless of their abilities. That's why we've created the Bikes for All program, which provides hands-on education and training to help individuals ride confidently.
We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.
Jul 04 Saturday
Get set for an exciting morning of racing at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center. 150 young racers will showcase their skills and determination on the balance bike course, and you can cheer them on to the finish line!
This event is free and open exclusively to balance bikes for young riders aged 2-5.
This open-air, juried fine art and fine crafts show will feature fine artists across a variety of media, including: clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, sculpture and more.
This annual festival, put on the Ludington Area Jaycees, brings family fun to the holiday!
The grand parade steps off at 2 p.m. and can be seen on Ludington Avenue west of Washington Avenue.
The fireworks over Lake Michigan begin at dusk and can be viewed from any local beach.
Jul 05 Sunday
Free bike valet parking during the National Cherry Festival provided by Norte from 12 pm to 8 pm!
Jul 06 Monday
Ride for Pie and Fun with Norte Youth Cycling—Don't miss out on the sweetest ride of the year! Join us for a scenic bike tour through Traverse City's charming neighborhoods