This September, raise a glass to extraordinary wines at our Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend. Join Trefethen Family Vineyards and Grand Hotel Master Sommelier Elizabeth Schweitzer for an array of themed events, including a Friday Welcome Reception, Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings, culinary demonstrations, and a Saturday evening special Wine Pairing Dinner.
About Elizabeth Schweitzer, Master Sommelier at Grand Hotel The eighth woman Sommelier in the world, Elizabeth enjoys sharing her vast knowledge every season with our guests during this special themed weekend. You can also find her in our Main Dining Room helping you choose the perfect wine with your meal.
Grand Hotel’s Salle à Manger was recently awarded an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for the third consecutive year. It recognizes Grand Hotel’s well-chosen assortment of quality wines that will satisfy discerning wine lovers.
About Trefethen Family Vineyards As our sole source of grapes, our estate vineyards define our wines. Everything begins here. For over fifty years, we have been students of this land, and the more we learn, the more questions we have. Today, we farm at a level of detail that would have been unimaginable three generations ago. And yet, every harvest reveals more about the singular characteristics of each individual vineyard block, and the vine rows within it. Our awe for this place, and its unending complexity, is undiminished and we hope that you can taste the vineyard and the vintage in the wines that we craft. Learn more.
Package Includes:
Grand Hotel accommodations
Breakfast and dinner daily
Welcome Amenity
Friday evening Welcome Reception
Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings and a culinary demonstration
Saturday Pre Dinner Reception
Saturday Evening Pairing Dinner (adults only)
Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
The Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >> to learn more about our evening dress code, luggage process, and more.
View the Tentative Agenda below. Please note that the events, times and locations listed in the Tentative Agenda are subject to change.
*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, 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, 30-day cancellation policy applies.
Leelanau UnCaged is a place for the community to gather and enjoy inspiring music and dance performances in one day on the streets of Northport.
* 4 performance areas, 40+ acts
* Kids’ UnCaged art activities
* Artisan, Food & Nonprofit Vendors
* Water Blessing
* Restaurants and Shops
* Marina availability
* Shuttle Service from Traverse City
UnCage takes place after Labor Day when the vibe changes to a more relaxed pace, with weather that can be like summer or fall, but gorgeous, nonetheless. Festival goers enjoy being outdoors strolling from venue to venue through an array of art vendors filling the streets. Food options are plentiful throughout the day.
The festival kicks off with a beautiful water blessing over the bay, a time to honor and give thanks for these precious waters, followed by a procession to the festival center where music and dance performances begin.
Leelanau UnCaged is free to festival goers thanks to the generous donations from businesses and patrons.
Please Save the Date for Saturday, September 27, 2025!
Experience the magic of autumn at the newly re-imagined Fall Fudge Festival on Mackinac Island, taking place October 2-4.
This year’s festival blends the island’s iconic fudge with fall-themed festivities sure to delight the biggest fall and fudge fanatics. Wander the charming streets lined with fall decor, enjoy scenic bike rides through vibrant foliage, and savor the sweet flavors that make Mackinac Island famous.
Whether you’re a fudge foodie or simply looking for a cozy fall getaway, this weekend promises unforgettable memories.
For more than a century, Mackinac Island’s fudge has been an institution that’s become famous worldwide. Fudge devotees are known as “fudgies” – a term that is also synonymous with Northern Michigan tourists. Most people don’t need an excuse to indulge in a piece or two of creamy, decadent fudge.
For the joy of it, for the magic of it, come experience Legacy Five performing live at Grand Hotel. Enjoy the Gospel and Christian music of band members:
Lee Black – Tenor
Scott Fowler – Lead Singer
Jake Losen – Baritone
Matt Fouch – Bass
Tim Parton – Pianist
The musical guest for this concert package will be Greater Vision.
Calling all Fudgies!!!
