Up North Events
SWEET SUMMER by ALLISON JARRELL
Dive into June events across the North.
THURS 6/1 Les Cheneaux welcomes you to explore the legacy of Aldo Leopold, one of America’s most influential naturalists, during the annual Aldo Leopold Festival. Enjoy paddling excursions, orchid and wildflower tours, birding trips, forest bathing and other nature-based activities. May 31–June 4. aldoleopoldfestival.com
Celebrate the North’s most beloved veggie stalks at the annual Empire Asparagus Festival. There will be plenty of local asparagus eats, music and activities like the Kick-Yer Assparagus 5K Fun Run/Walk. empirechamber.com
SAT 6/10 The Leland Wine and Food Festival returns to The Leland Lodge with live music, wines from 13 local wineries and bites from Leland’s culinary scene. Come & Go wristbands allow you to explore Leland’s beaches and shops, and then return for more festival fun. $30 general admission. MyNorthTickets.com
FRI 6/9 Festivities for the 75th annual Mackinac Island Lilac Festival include the coronation of the Lilac Festival Queen and court, Lilac Festival Run/Walk, Mackin-Paws Dog Celebration, the Lilac Festival Grand Stationary Parade and much more. June 9–18. mackinacisland.org
SAT 6/10 The third annual Highlander Festival takes place in St. Ignace, featuring traditional Scottish Highland games, including caber toss, hammer, sheaf and stone games, as well as live music, a beer tent and food trucks. $5 entry for adults, kids under 10 are free. stignace.com
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photo by Allison Jarrell
Lilac Festival
SAT 6/17 Accelerate the Cure hosts their 5th annual drive, where car enthusiasts raise awareness for Alzheimer’s and money to aid caregivers in our community. The drive begins at Grand Traverse Pavilions and finishes at PepeNero, both at Grand Traverse Commons. Check out the event info online for more stops and route details. MyNorthTickets.com FRI 6/23 The Ragnar Trail Relay at Hanson Hills Recreation Area in Grayling spans two days and one night, with a team running relay-style on three smooth, single-track trails. Fun for all experience levels. hansonhills.org JUNE 2023
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