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Category Archives: Festivals/Fairs

Traverse City-Leelanau County -Northern Michigan always a magical beautiful place-come see why.

The economy might be shaky but a visit to Northern Michigan will make you forget that there is a problem in the world. Enjoy the quaint villages along the lakeshore, shop at one of a kind wine, cheese and artisian bread shops. Maybe you prefer a stroll on the miles of pristine sandy beaches. Build [...]

Northport Michigan Carnival February 27

Feeling a little cabin fever setting in? Come and join the locals in Northport at the villages annual village carnival.
This is the sixth year for the popular event, and people far and near say this is a not to be missed event. Starts at 11:00 am until 4:00 p.m. at Northport’s Braman Hill (located about [...]

Traverse City Comedy Festival this weekend

Roseanne Barr, John Waters and Jeff Garlin Headline First Traverse City Comedy Arts Festival February 19-21
Comedy Fest Founders Michael Moore and Jeff Garlin Announce Lineup of The Best in American Comedy
Stars and Rising Stars of Comedy Concerts, One Man Shows, Sketch Comedy and Improv Offer Something for Everyone
Pioneering comedian and superstar Roseanne Barr, and John [...]

Winter Festivals Abound!

We don’t care that it’s cold and snowy–we’re celebrating it!
Traverse City Winter Wonderfest (many events throughout downtown TC)– Feb. 12-15
Glen Arbor Winter Fest–Feb. 13 (Perch contest and Chili Cookoff)
Empire Winterfest– Feb. 12-14 (Polar bear plunge and more!)
Traverse City Winter Microbrew and Music Festival– Feb. 12
Great Indoor Folk Festival– Feb. 13 (30 Folk Singers [...]

Fall Family Fun!Glen Arbor-Empire Lake Michigan

It’s the time of year for apples, pumpkins, leaves turning, and lots of Fall fun in Northern Michigan! Stay in one of our great rentals and enjoy the following events and attractions!
Oct. 10- Glen Arbor Fall for Art
4th annual gallery tour. Prizes, food, beautiful art for viewing & purchase.
Oct. 11- Northport Fall Festival
Oct. 17, [...]

What is going on in Glen Arbor & surrounding area in August?

There is never a shortage of interesting things to do and see on the west side of the Leelanau Peninsula. Check out some of these ideas to include in your vacation plans.  

Beach Bards Bonfire, By Heart Poetry, Storytelling, Music Ongoing Event
10 – midnight w Children’s Hour @ 8:30
Glen Arbor – Leelanau School Beach, one [...]

Northern Michigan travels. Tell us where you like to go. Is there a special beach, hiking trail, diner?Northport, Leland, Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Suttons Bay, Interlochen.We want to know!

Visiting the great “Up North” is an experience to be shared. With miles of pristine waters, big blue skies, miles of hiking and biking, star gazing, festivals, nature watching and well the list just goes on and on. Whether it is baseball or fudge, napping under a tree or dining at your fav eatery, we [...]

Traverse City Michigan Film Festival.State Theatre. Need a place to stay?

Looking for the other best seat in the house?
Visit Up North Vacation Rentals has walk to accommodations in downtown Traverse City.
The Traverse City Film Festival starts July 28 – August 2, 2009. Just think, you do not have to fight the traffic, look for a parking space, pay for parking and you get the [...]

Summer Events to Plan Your Vacation Around Traverse City, Northport, Suttons Bay, Elk Rapids

Northern Michigan boasts many annual festivals, traditions and activities that can make picking your vacation date very easy! The dates during the best known events (Cherry Festival, Horse Shows by the Bay, Traverse City Film Festival, etc.) often book up quickly–so don’t miss your chance to enjoy these fun Summer events!
June 13, 2009 Leland [...]

Steal this deal. Big house for a great price on East Grand Traverse Bay

$2900.00 total cost gets you this beautiful home. This is an awesome private location on 160′ of beautiful sparkling beachfront on Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan with sunset views on a sandy beach. A truly upnorth experience with all the comforts of home. Nicely treed lot for those warm summer days and room for [...]

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