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Mackinac 8 Mile Road Race – September 7, 2024

Race Start Time is 9:30 am!

End your Summer with the Mackinac 8 Mile Road Race

Join us for the 53rd anniversary of this exciting, summer-ending event. You will experience Mackinac Island in one of the oldest and most scenic races in Michigan. The Island is a unique destination that can only be reached by ferry. Step back in time to a bygone era where travel is done by foot, bicycle, carriage or horse. With up to 1,600 runners and walkers, this is definitely a race you and your family will never forget!

Race Photos on Your Results Page!
We are offering FREE race photos to all of our participants. After the race, view your results and photos taken at the race – all on one page! You will be able to share as many photos as you want for free!

2024 Mackinac Island Trio Series!

Register for three RunMackinac races (either the Fort2Fort 5 Mile or the Lilac Festival 10K, plus both the Mackinac Eight Mile and the Great Turtle Trail Race) and you will receive a special Mackinac Island Trio Series medal. This will be a separate medal from the other finisher’s medals you will receive at the completion of all three races, and will be awarded following the Great Turtle Half Marathon. You can register individually for all three events and be eligible for the Trio and the medal.

Great Race Shirts and Medals!

All participants receive a great long sleeve shirt and a commemorative Mackinac Island Eight Mile medal!

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Grand Hotel – Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package – September 8 – 10, 2024

Grand Hotel - Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package

For something different, something fun, tee up the vacation of a lifetime with our Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package. Named for the state’s leading golf program, Michigan Golf Live, show host Bill Hobson coordinates this special event — complete with three days of unlimited golf on The Jewel, prize giveaways, private evening receptions, a golf scramble, and more.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel Accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • All Grand Hotel Amenities
  • Unlimited golf on The Jewel (cart included)
  • Welcome Reception
  • Monday morning golf tournament
  • Boxed lunches on Monday afternoon
  • Monday evening reception and awards presentation
  • Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

This Michigan Golf Live Package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263. We encourage you to book early as both golf packages have sold out in previous years.

About Michigan Golf Live

Now in its third decade of celebrating the greatest game on Earth, Michigan Golf Live continues to grow its audience throughout the Midwest on both radio and television. Executive Producer and Host, Bill Hobson is found behind the mic and in front of the camera every weekend of the season, with MGL Radio heard across the state on 15 stations every Saturday morning, and MGL TV seen on FOX Sports Detroit each Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 AM.

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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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Grand Hotel – Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend – September 13 – 15, 2024

Grand Hotel - Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend

Available Friday, September 13 – Sunday, September 15, 2024

Description

This September, raise a glass to Michigan food & wines, at our Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend. Join Grand Hotel Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, for an array of themed events including a Welcome Reception, morning and early afternoon wine seminars, and a special private wine dinner.

Winery information to come.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel Accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • One welcome amenity per reservation
  • All Grand Hotel amenities
  • Friday evening Welcome Reception
  • Saturday wine tastings
  • Saturday evening themed dinner, this dinner is for adults only
  • Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

This Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend is also available by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

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 during your meal each evening.
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Additionally, Grand Hotel’s Salle à Manger was recently awarded an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for another consecutive year. It recognizes Grand Hotel’s well-chosen assortment of quality producers and list of choices that satisfy discerning wine lovers.

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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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Grand Hotel – Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent – September 26 – 29, 2024

Grand Hotel - Cork and Fork

Available Thursday, September 26 – Sunday, September 29, 2024

Description

Take a culinary adventure by experiencing Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent. A variety of guest chefs and our own Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, come together for a weekend of fine wine & dining including an eight-course wine-paired tasting dinner.

The 2024 theme for Cork & Fork is Family Heritage. Five participating chefs to be announced soon!

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Grand Hotel welcome amenity
  • Friday welcome reception
  • Saturday culinary events (details coming soon)
  • Saturday evening eight-course wine-paired tasting dinner
  • Sunday brunch with chef Q&A
  • Complimentary Admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
  • Add extra days for up to 50% discount off our flexible rates. Discount available September 25, 29 and 30.

The Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent 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, 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. A 30-day cancellation policy applies.

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