The sweet sights and scents of summertime are very much still in full swing here in America’s Coolcation Destination. In fact, if there’s still time on the calendar before Labor Day, then there’s still time to enjoy the best of summer fun in the USA’s Best Summer Travel Destination.
Take a look around the official Mackinac Island web site to plan your summer getaway. You’ll find tons of things to do, bars and restaurants to enjoy and places to stay.
For starters, here’s a look at just four of the many ways to have fun on Mackinac Island before summer is done:
Mackinac Island Fudge Festival
The sweetest festival of summer is always saved for last. Plan to visit Mackinac Island in August for the annual Mackinac Island Fudge Festival. The schedule of events includes fudgemaking demonstrations, fudge-themed food and beverage specials, family games and more. Check out this year’s Mackinac Island Fudge Festival schedule.
Mackinac Island Fudge Festival a feast of flavors and fun activities
Summer Nightlife on Mackinac Island
With a dizzying array of restaurants and bars on Mackinac Island, there’s no shortage of places to go for fun after dark. There are several hot spots for live music, from bands at The Horn downtown to an orchestra at Grand Hotel. You also can play glow golf, take a haunted walking tour, board a sunset cruise or go stargazing.
Mackinac Island Nightlife: More things to do after dark
Going Off The Beaten Path on Mackinac Island
Whether you’re visiting Mackinac Island for your first time or your fiftieth, there’s always something new to discover. First-timers will love renting a bike on Mackinac Island and riding all the way around the island on car-free M-185, stopping for a picnic at British Landing along the way. Returning visitors may relish the challenge of hiking their way up to Fort Holmes, a historic War of 1812 stronghold that sits atop the island’s highest point. That’s a pretty spectacular spot for a picnic, too!
Best places for a picnic on Mackinac Island
Experience the Breathtaking Waters Around Mackinac Island
The picturesque waters around Mackinac Island aren’t just for show. You can get right out on the water for some fun! How about a sunrise kayak tour or perhaps a sunset cruise? Maybe you’d like to charter a Great Lakes fishing boat or go parasailing.
Mackinac Island: A Water Enthusiast’s Escape
Come see for yourself why Mackinac Island is America’s favorite summer travel destination. Find a place to stay on Mackinac Island and start planning your own things to do before summer is gone!
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