Things To Do
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Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Jan. 9-11)
Highlights include the largest free winter festival in the US, skiing and dog sledding in the UP, and more.
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Michigan’s best spring & summer festivals preview
Mark your calendars for these 19 can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in Michigan.
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Here are 20 NYE events across Michigan (Dec. 31, 2025)
Our highlights include the famous Traverse City CherryT Ball Drop, massive parties in Grand Rapids and Detroit, and much more.
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10 small towns in the UP that are magical in the winter
From French-named islands to frozen lighthouses, rustic snow-covered trails, or lively downtown restaurants, find your Michigan magic in these small Upper Peninsula towns.
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These metro Detroit restaurants are open on Christmas Day 2025
Here’s a sample of what you’ll find. Reservations are filling up quickly, and it’s best to book now.
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Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Dec. 19-21)
Our lineup includes a holiday market at the UP State Fairgrounds, a prehistoric winter celebration where dinosaurs come alive, and a last chance to check out several holiday celebrations across the state.
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15 last-minute Michigan-made gifts to shop in the Mitten
Shop small with Michigan-made gifts that will still arrive in plenty of time for the holidays! P.S., we’re grabbing candied bourbon pecans!
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Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Dec. 12-14)
Welcome to another edition of our hand-picked Michigan events for this weekend. Highlights include late-night shopping in Kalamazoo, a menorah lighting in Grand Rapids to kick off Chanukah, and much more. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event you want me to highlight, send me a note here (please…
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The 12 best cut-your-own tree farms in Michigan
Whether you’re looking to cut down your perfect holiday tree or have someone else do the work for you, these tree farms in Michigan offer plenty of festive fun.
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3 metro Detroit destinations made for a festive holiday shopping trip
Several downtowns and markets just outside Detroit transform into festive shopping destinations with lights, window displays and plentiful opportunities to shop from local makers for holiday gifts.
