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Grand Hotel – Mother’s Day Weekend Package – May 10 – 12, 2024

Grand Hotel - Mother's Day Weekend Package

For the family of it, for the joy of it, have an unforgettable time with mom and take advantage of all the fine amenities at Grand Hotel during our Mother’s Day Weekend celebrations. From special receptions, daily activities, and nightly entertainment to a delectable Grand Luncheon Buffet and Champagne toast, it will be nothing at all like you’ve got at home!

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel Accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Saturday Grand Hotel history lecture by Bob Tagatz
  • Saturday evening reception
  • Sunday Mother’s Day Grand Luncheon Buffet with a Champagne Toast
  • Special gift at check-in
  • Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
  • Add extra days for up to 50% off our flexible rates. Discount available May 5-9 and 12, 13.

During this very special weekend, unwind as you and your mom relax, while our staff handles all the details. Take a leisurely hike around Mackinac Island, then take in the beauty of the Straits of Mackinac from a rocking chair on the World’s Longest Porch. Send mom to rejuvenate at Astor’s Salon and Spa, enjoy the Afternoon Tea in the Parlor, or play a round of golf on The Jewel.

This Mother’s Day hotel special package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

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*Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, and a $15.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability. A 30-day cancellation policy applies.

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Mackinac Island Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge – May 11, 2024

Mackinac Island Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge
The 2024 Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, beginning with the sound of the musket at 9:00 am. Runners and walkers will start inside Fort Mackinac, then through the Sally Port gate to the racecourse ahead. All proceeds help support the Mackinac Historic State Parks!

There will also be a Virtual Race, which can be run or walked anytime at participant’s convenience. All virtual times can be logged by the participant in a separate Virtual Race category (no awards).

The Fort2Fort Five Mile is part of the Mackinac Island Trio Series! Register and complete either the Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge or the Lilac Festival 10K, plus both the Mackinac Island Eight Mile and Great Turtle Trail Run, and you will receive a special Mackinac Island Trio Series medal. This will be a separate medal from the other finisher’s medal and will be awarded following the Great Turtle Half Marathon. (Note, Virtual events count as participation in the Trio).

STARTING TIME

The start of both the 5 Mile Run and Walk will begin inside Fort Mackinac at 9:00 am with the sound of the musket firing. Runners and walkers will go through the Sally Port gates to the course ahead on Huron Road

Fort doors will be open and rest rooms available inside. Restrooms are also available outside at the Huron Road Pavilion.

LOCATION

The race will finish on the lawn behind and east of Fort Mackinac (next to start line).

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Zoo-de-Mackinac – May 17, 18 & 19, 2024

The Zoo-de-Mackinac is a weekend of huge parties with great bands, one of the most scenic bicycle rides in the country, a lot of sunshine, views of the mighty Mackinac Bridge, and one magical island.

This is Not a Race!

The Zoo-de-Mackinac is a collection of outdoor enthusiasts (2,500-4,000) who want to enjoy a little physical exercise together in one of the most beautiful areas in the state of Michigan. The bike ride starts Saturday morning at Boyne Highlands Resort and spans 51 miles along Lake Michigan on a paved road with very little automobile traffic. Riders pedal through rolling countryside and trillium covered forests, along sandy beaches, and are surrounded by breathtaking views of Lake Michigan from 400′ high bluffs. We stop approximately half way, at a unique place called the Legs Inn for a leisurely lunch and to swap stories. The ride continues on to Mackinaw City, where Star Line Ferry boats have been chartered for the ride over to Mackinac Island. Once on the magical island, check into your hotel and stroll into town to forget the aches and pains from the day’s ride. As the evening wears on, the island comes alive with The Gatehouse, Pink Pony, and Horns hosting post ride parties with incredible live bands!

Entry Fee

Early Saver! – 2024 –

January 1 – Feb 29 – $60
March 1-31 – $65
April 1 – May 12 – $70

Late Walk-Up Registration

Friday May 17 & Sat May 18 – $80

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Crystal Mountain – Michigan Beer & Brat Festival – May 24, 2025

Crystal Mountain - Michigan Beer & Brat Festival

Join our 18th annual celebration of Michigan made food and craft beverages happening Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Enjoy live entertainment from two amazing bands while sampling an enormous selection of Michigan’s finest microbrews, meads, hard ciders, wine, liquor and gourmet brats from northwest Michigan markets.


Admission

VIP Admission begins at 3pm, General Admission from 4-8pm. Ages 3 and under are free.
VIP Admission – Limit of 500 guests!

Cost: $75 per person. Includes early festival access at 3pm, which means shorter lines during VIP hour, choice of seating, and an extra hour with our first band! Plus, you’ll receive one 8oz beer glass, 20 food and beverage tickets and one exclusive voucher for a Brewer’s Special Reserve beer – only available during our 3pm-4pm VIP hour (or while supplies last). Ages 3 and under are free.

General Admission

Admission begins at 4pm. Includes one 8oz beer glass and 10 food and beverage tickets. Ages 3 and under are free.

February 28 – April 3: $30 per person
April 4 – May 16: $40 per person
May 17 – May 23: $50 per person
May 24 (Day Of): $55 per person

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