Experience Leelanau and the surrounding areas.
UPCOMING EVENTS
St. Mary School Kindergarten Roundup
St Mary School of Lake Leelanau Kindergarten Roundup.
Suttons Bay Housing Community Workshop
Suttons Bay Housing Community Workshop to explore housing options for two parcels acquired by Peninsula Housing.
Wine With a Twist
“Wine With a Twist” is a tribute to the versatility of wine, showcasing a fusion of wine and mixology like never before.
Experience Leelanau
Celebrate Michigan Wine Month with an extraordinary journey along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail. “Experience Leelanau” offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of wine with 11 participating award-winning wineries. From exclusive barrel-room tastings with esteemed winemakers to immersive vineyard tours guided by passionate owners, each experience promises to be both elevated and personal.
Spring into Summer!
Welcome to the breathtaking beauty of Leelanau, Michigan – where the stunning landscape and natural splendor meets fascinating cultural experiences. ‘Spring Into Summer’ is one of our new signature events we are featuring in 2024. Join us on the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail May 31st – June 2nd as the wineries showcase some of the new vintages they are setting to release in the coming months.
Empire Asparagus Festival
Celebrate all things asparagus - food, music, activities and more!
Leelanau Senior Exp
Leelanau County Senior Services hosts the annual Senior Expo to support our senior community by providing valuable resources, information, and opportunities for engagement.
National Cherry Festival
Join us for the Ultimate Cherry Celebration June 29 to July 6, 2024 in beautiful Traverse City, MI.
2024 Friends of Fishtown 5k
Fishtown 5k to benefit preserving historic Fishtown. Starting and finishing in the heart of Fishtown, gradual climbs and graceful descents make our chip-timed 5K ideal for the serious runner or the whole family. Runners, walkers, strollers and leashed dogs are all welcome. Rain or shine.
Leelanau Grown Feast & Fundraiser
An enchanted evening in the vines with featured wines from Aurora Cellars, an inspired dinner, live music and entertainment to support early childhood education and Leelanau Children’s Center.
Port Oneida Fair
An annual fair to experience life as it was in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s is held at six of the historic farmsteads in Port Oneida. Each farm has a variety of artists, crafts, food, and activities for visitors.
Port Oneida Fair
An annual fair to experience life as it was in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s is held at six of the historic farmsteads in Port Oneida. Each farm has a variety of artists, crafts, food, and activities for visitors.
Bluebird Nest Box Workshop
Free Bluebird Nest Box Workshop – Bluebird experts from the Michigan Bluebird Society explain all the steps of putting up and monitoring nest boxes and answering all of your questions.
NCAA Championship Game
Watch the game on the big screen at The Bay - FREE Event!
No Ticket Required.
Concessions will be open, including beer and wine for members.
Good On Paper Improv at Black Star Farms
Join us at the Inn next Saturday, April 6th for our live comedy show with Good On Paper Improv, Traverse City’s longest-running improv group.
Easter Sunday Brunch
Traditional brunch to celebrate Easter at historic Little Traverse Inn.
The District's 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Egg Hunt, Crafts and Face Painting at the M22 Wine Patio in Glen Arbor.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Tree Discovery Walk and Craft
Come and join park rangers to discover how Sleeping Bear Dunes’ trees survive the winter and help you create tree rubbings as keepsakes to remember this fun experience! This hike will be .5-1 mile in length.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Vino-Madness!
Experience a diverse range of wines paired with familiar household snacks. Vino-Madness promises to revolutionize the wine-tasting experience by showcasing the compatibility of wines with everyday nibbles.
Tree Identification Hike
Hike 1-1.5 miles with rangers to learn how to identify trees and practice identifying them yourself!
Summer Job Fair
Suttons Bay Chamber and Suttons Bay School is hosting a job fair for summer positions.
Kennedy’s Kitchen
Kennedy’s Kitchen is back for another live performance!
Putting audiences into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit, Kennedy’s Kitchen delights with a mix of all things Irish, from traditional to pub songs, toe-tapping to deeply moving - always entertaining, always fun!
Tickets $25
(Premier and sustainer members: $20)
Advance tickets are available online.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Evening Hike
Join Sleeping Bear Dunes for an unforgettable, no lights, evening hike! This 1-1.5 hour program may take place on hilly and uneven terrain, covering a distance of .5-1 mile.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Lake Michigan Stroll
Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure that will awaken your five senses while you explore with a ranger on the shores of Lake Michigan. No matter your age, you can always use your senses to discover the captivating world that surrounds you.
Premier Talent and HR Summit
Join the Michigan Chamber for this premier HR and talent event designed to bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and HR professionals at all levels to explore the latest human resources practices and the fast-evolving business landscape.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Snowshoe the Vines
Join us for this truly unique winter wine country experience. Head out on a snowshoe adventure through the vines to three distinct wineries while taking in the views and magical scenes of a winter wonderland! Led by one of our knowledgeable local guides, on this tour, you will enjoy a casual snowshoe hike stopping at our favorite wineries along the way. The private vineyard trail connects Suttons Bay Ciders, Ciccone Vineyards, and BigLittle Wines.
Warm up with a chili or soup lunch while overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy the breathtaking views from Suttons Bay Ciders while cozying up to the fire.
The hike is about 4.5 miles on rolling terrain with plenty of stops. Although the tour is a guided group tour, you'll have plenty of opportunities to go at your own pace. Our wine pickup service and friendly guides ensure that you can relax while adventuring with family and friends!
The Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours will take place every Saturday throughout winter (12-23-23, 12-30-23, 1-6-24, 1-13-24, 1-20-24, 1-27-24, 2-03-24, 2-10-24, 2-17-24, 2-24-24, 3-02-24). The tour runs from 11:30 am - 4 pm. Tickets for the day-long guided tour are $79 per person. The tour includes: a professionally guided tour on private vineyards and orchard trails between the wineries, a snowshoe and pole rental, a catered warm lunch of chili and soups, along with a wine purchase pick-up service.
Guests can choose from a full, round-trip tour (5.5 miles) or a point-to-point (3 miles). The point-to-point tour provides a shuttle service back to the start. Tours alternate meeting spots, and will either start at Big Little Wines or Ciccone Vineyard & Winery. Guests are outfitted with snowshoes and poles and head into the vineyards on foot. Expect 30-40 minutes of snowshoeing between each winery as you pass through coastal woodlands, wind-swept bluffs, and snow-covered vineyards and orchards.
Guests will stop at Ciccone Vineyards & Winery and enjoy a cozy, chateau-like experience high on a hill with an indoor fireplace and a variety of estate-grown, crisp whites, and distinct reds. The tour also visits Suttons Bay Ciders, featuring apples grown on the property and offering a palette adventure with their unique flight tasting. Their view is remarkable! Soak in a stunning panorama of Grand Traverse Bay–you might even see some eagles from the tasting room. Guests will also enjoy Big Little Wines, based in a treehouse-like setting and serving up small batch, handcrafted wines in their fun and modern tasting room. BigLittle is housed in Mawby’s original location! Their property overlooks rolling hills dotted with vines and fruit trees.
This Tour Includes:
Guided snowshoe tour on private trails through vineyards between the wineries
Knowledgeable local guide
Atlas snowshoe and pole rental
Catered warm lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
Souvenir water bottle & water
Van support (wine purchases pickup!)
Tickets for the Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tour can be purchased online at www.grandtraversebiketours.com, or by calling the store at (231) 421-6815.
This event is for adults ages 21 and older and will require ID verification at each winery. Tour attendees should wear comfortable winter boots, warm layers, gloves and expect to be outdoors in winter conditions for a combined total of 2-2.5 hours on either the three-mile or five-mile loop trail.
Grand Traverse Bike Tours is housed in the Suttons Bay Bike shop right off of M-22 in downtown Suttons Bay and is a year-round shop featuring a full line of retail and rental fat tire bikes, cross country skis and snowshoes as well as winter weather clothing and gear.
For up to date details about their Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours, please follow Grand Traverse Bike Tours on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theoriginalgtbiketours/ , on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/grandtraversebiketours/ or check out their website at www.grandtraversebiketours.com
Maple Sugaring Days
Come experience the sugaring process through time - learn the history of maple sugaring from the Anishinaabe to present day.
Traverse City Restaurant Week
Get ready for an extraordinary culinary journey during Traverse City Restaurant Week 2024! Nestled in Michigan's picturesque northern paradise, this culinary extravaganza promises an unforgettable dining experience. From farm-to-table treasures to innovative fusion creations, Traverse City's top-notch eateries will showcase their culinary talents with delectable prix-fixe menus.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
Snowshoe the Vines
Join us for this truly unique winter wine country experience. Head out on a snowshoe adventure through the vines to three distinct wineries while taking in the views and magical scenes of a winter wonderland! Led by one of our knowledgeable local guides, on this tour, you will enjoy a casual snowshoe hike stopping at our favorite wineries along the way. The private vineyard trail connects Suttons Bay Ciders, Ciccone Vineyards, and BigLittle Wines.
Warm up with a chili or soup lunch while overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy the breathtaking views from Suttons Bay Ciders while cozying up to the fire.
The hike is about 4.5 miles on rolling terrain with plenty of stops. Although the tour is a guided group tour, you'll have plenty of opportunities to go at your own pace. Our wine pickup service and friendly guides ensure that you can relax while adventuring with family and friends!
The Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours will take place every Saturday throughout winter (12-23-23, 12-30-23, 1-6-24, 1-13-24, 1-20-24, 1-27-24, 2-03-24, 2-10-24, 2-17-24, 2-24-24, 3-02-24). The tour runs from 11:30 am - 4 pm. Tickets for the day-long guided tour are $79 per person. The tour includes: a professionally guided tour on private vineyards and orchard trails between the wineries, a snowshoe and pole rental, a catered warm lunch of chili and soups, along with a wine purchase pick-up service.
Guests can choose from a full, round-trip tour (5.5 miles) or a point-to-point (3 miles). The point-to-point tour provides a shuttle service back to the start. Tours alternate meeting spots, and will either start at Big Little Wines or Ciccone Vineyard & Winery. Guests are outfitted with snowshoes and poles and head into the vineyards on foot. Expect 30-40 minutes of snowshoeing between each winery as you pass through coastal woodlands, wind-swept bluffs, and snow-covered vineyards and orchards.
Guests will stop at Ciccone Vineyards & Winery and enjoy a cozy, chateau-like experience high on a hill with an indoor fireplace and a variety of estate-grown, crisp whites, and distinct reds. The tour also visits Suttons Bay Ciders, featuring apples grown on the property and offering a palette adventure with their unique flight tasting. Their view is remarkable! Soak in a stunning panorama of Grand Traverse Bay–you might even see some eagles from the tasting room. Guests will also enjoy Big Little Wines, based in a treehouse-like setting and serving up small batch, handcrafted wines in their fun and modern tasting room. BigLittle is housed in Mawby’s original location! Their property overlooks rolling hills dotted with vines and fruit trees.
This Tour Includes:
Guided snowshoe tour on private trails through vineyards between the wineries
Knowledgeable local guide
Atlas snowshoe and pole rental
Catered warm lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
Souvenir water bottle & water
Van support (wine purchases pickup!)
Tickets for the Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tour can be purchased online at www.grandtraversebiketours.com, or by calling the store at (231) 421-6815.
This event is for adults ages 21 and older and will require ID verification at each winery. Tour attendees should wear comfortable winter boots, warm layers, gloves and expect to be outdoors in winter conditions for a combined total of 2-2.5 hours on either the three-mile or five-mile loop trail.
Grand Traverse Bike Tours is housed in the Suttons Bay Bike shop right off of M-22 in downtown Suttons Bay and is a year-round shop featuring a full line of retail and rental fat tire bikes, cross country skis and snowshoes as well as winter weather clothing and gear.
For up to date details about their Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours, please follow Grand Traverse Bike Tours on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theoriginalgtbiketours/ , on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/grandtraversebiketours/ or check out their website at www.grandtraversebiketours.com
Junior Angler: Intro to Ice Fishing
This event is perfect for youth in grades 2-5 who are interested in fishing. Throughout this interactive event, participants will have the chance to practice their casting skills, learn essential fishing safety for both summer and winter, identify different types of fishing gear, and understand fishing regulations.
Intro to Birding Hike
Join our knowledgeable park rangers to uncover the mystery! Embark on an introductory birding hike suitable for individuals of all ages.
Shady Lane Cellars Friday Night Live
Shady Lane Cellars features live music, charcuterie, local hot soup, snacks, and wine every Friday this winter.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Candlelit Winter Hike
Join park rangers and volunteers to experience the park after dark. Hike one mile on flat terrain along a candlelit trail. Bring your sense of adventure, enjoy a trail lit by luminaries, and engage with our knowledgeable rangers and volunteers.
Lasagna Saturday at Bel Lago Winery
Join on Saturdays this winter at Bel Lago Winery for Folgarelli's lasagna! Cheesecake made in-house will be served along with Folgarelli's lasagna.
2024 Glen Lake Chili Cook-Off
Glen Lake Chili Cook-Off on the outdoor deck of Boonedocks to benefit Glen Lake Schools Scholarship fund and other local charities.
Snowshoe the Vines
Join us for this truly unique winter wine country experience. Head out on a snowshoe adventure through the vines to three distinct wineries while taking in the views and magical scenes of a winter wonderland! Led by one of our knowledgeable local guides, on this tour, you will enjoy a casual snowshoe hike stopping at our favorite wineries along the way. The private vineyard trail connects Suttons Bay Ciders, Ciccone Vineyards, and BigLittle Wines.
Warm up with a chili or soup lunch while overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy the breathtaking views from Suttons Bay Ciders while cozying up to the fire.
The hike is about 4.5 miles on rolling terrain with plenty of stops. Although the tour is a guided group tour, you'll have plenty of opportunities to go at your own pace. Our wine pickup service and friendly guides ensure that you can relax while adventuring with family and friends!
The Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours will take place every Saturday throughout winter (12-23-23, 12-30-23, 1-6-24, 1-13-24, 1-20-24, 1-27-24, 2-03-24, 2-10-24, 2-17-24, 2-24-24, 3-02-24). The tour runs from 11:30 am - 4 pm. Tickets for the day-long guided tour are $79 per person. The tour includes: a professionally guided tour on private vineyards and orchard trails between the wineries, a snowshoe and pole rental, a catered warm lunch of chili and soups, along with a wine purchase pick-up service.
Guests can choose from a full, round-trip tour (5.5 miles) or a point-to-point (3 miles). The point-to-point tour provides a shuttle service back to the start. Tours alternate meeting spots, and will either start at Big Little Wines or Ciccone Vineyard & Winery. Guests are outfitted with snowshoes and poles and head into the vineyards on foot. Expect 30-40 minutes of snowshoeing between each winery as you pass through coastal woodlands, wind-swept bluffs, and snow-covered vineyards and orchards.
Guests will stop at Ciccone Vineyards & Winery and enjoy a cozy, chateau-like experience high on a hill with an indoor fireplace and a variety of estate-grown, crisp whites, and distinct reds. The tour also visits Suttons Bay Ciders, featuring apples grown on the property and offering a palette adventure with their unique flight tasting. Their view is remarkable! Soak in a stunning panorama of Grand Traverse Bay–you might even see some eagles from the tasting room. Guests will also enjoy Big Little Wines, based in a treehouse-like setting and serving up small batch, handcrafted wines in their fun and modern tasting room. BigLittle is housed in Mawby’s original location! Their property overlooks rolling hills dotted with vines and fruit trees.
This Tour Includes:
Guided snowshoe tour on private trails through vineyards between the wineries
Knowledgeable local guide
Atlas snowshoe and pole rental
Catered warm lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
Souvenir water bottle & water
Van support (wine purchases pickup!)
Tickets for the Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tour can be purchased online at www.grandtraversebiketours.com, or by calling the store at (231) 421-6815.
This event is for adults ages 21 and older and will require ID verification at each winery. Tour attendees should wear comfortable winter boots, warm layers, gloves and expect to be outdoors in winter conditions for a combined total of 2-2.5 hours on either the three-mile or five-mile loop trail.
Grand Traverse Bike Tours is housed in the Suttons Bay Bike shop right off of M-22 in downtown Suttons Bay and is a year-round shop featuring a full line of retail and rental fat tire bikes, cross country skis and snowshoes as well as winter weather clothing and gear.
For up to date details about their Vine to Wine Snowshoe Tours, please follow Grand Traverse Bike Tours on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theoriginalgtbiketours/ , on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/grandtraversebiketours/ or check out their website at www.grandtraversebiketours.com