Events in Traverse City
Concerts, festivals, wine tastings, outdoor days, and community events from the live ExploreTraverse calendar.
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Oyster Socials at Brengman Family Wines
Oyster Socials at Brengman Family Wines Join us every Friday and Saturday at Brengman Family Wines and Cafe Exalt in Traverse City for our Oyster Social — a fresh and flavorful experience unlike any
Friday Five & Dime
Join us at Tank Space on 8th (the former Ben Franklin Five & Dime) for weekly Five & Dime specials every Friday from 5 to 10p. Enjoy $5 full pours of beer, wine, and cider or if it's your first time
Live Music at Iron Fish Distillery
Live Music every Friday & Saturday at Iron Fish Distillery! Join us from 5:30 - 7:30 pm for a cocktail, a bite to eat, and live music from talented local musicians.
Saturdays at Penny Lane
Every Saturday morning for two hours before we open, a new group of vendors are hard at work setting up their booths. Which means when we open at 11am, the booths are fully restocked. Every week the
Ladies' Climbing Meetup
Join each month for our Ladies' Climbing Meetup at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness! These are designed to bring people together for a fun, social environment, all while challenging gravity and improving
DJ Nights at The Little Fleet
Every Saturday The Little Fleet host a rotating list of DJ's, all of which are spinning vinyl and setting the vibe. For the full line up go to thelittlefleet.com
Kickboxing Fundamentals
Kickboxing Fundamentals – Learn, Move, and Sweat! Your first class is always free. Ready to kickstart your fitness journey? Come try our Kickboxing Fundamentals class - perfect for beginners and
Womens Only Jiu-Jitsu
Women’s Only Jiu-Jitsu – Empower Yourself! Join our Women’s Only Jiu-Jitsu classes and discover the power of leverage and technique! This class is designed to help you learn how to move efficiently,
The Northwestern Michigan Fair 2026
Celebrate Agriculture & Youth at the Fair! Grandstand Events | August 9–15, 2026 Nightly Shows Start at 7:00 PM Join us for a week-long celebration of local agriculture and youth programs!
Signature Experience A Taste of Brengman
Signature Experience A Taste of Brengman The more affordable tasting option. Enjoy the taste of what’s hip at BFW with tableside service guided by a certified staff member. Four wines – three
Forest Walk, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Explore quiet woodland trails, wildlife habitat, and seasonal beauty on this guided forest hike in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this small-group
Paddle for Pints
Paddle For Pints is a Brewery Pub crawl Paddle on Traverse City’s beautiful waterways. Participants meet at Kayak, Bike & Brew in downtown Traverse City to check-in and either ride a bike or shuttle
Dune Tour, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on a guided Dune Tour . Walk the sandy shoreline to a rolling dune trail. Discover towering sand dunes, sweeping Lake Michigan views, wildlife, and
Oliver Art Center Participates in Worldwide Public Art Exhibition “Terrain Biennial”
The Oliver Art Center is pleased to be part of the international art exhibition “Terrain Biennial 2023”, hosting an original sculpture installment by Manistee artist Nat Rosales. Nat’s work, The Echo
Step-On Guide, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Sleeping Bear Tour Co. specializes in guided coach tours and professional step-on guide services at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Designed for motorcoach groups, educational travel, and
Boxing Fundamentals
Boxing Fundamentals – Your Perfect Start! Ready to learn the art of boxing? Boxing Fundamentals is the ultimate class for beginners! Discover proper technique, master footwork, and throw powerful
Rooftop Live Music with The Fridays
Live music in Traverse City every Monday night | May 25 – September 28 | 5–7 PM Unwind to live music and lake views at Music Mondays at Blush: Rooftop Terrace , a weekly summer tradition in Traverse
Vineyard & Cellar VIP Tour
Embark on an exclusive VIP tour, starting with a scenic vineyard walk and a glass of wine as your guide explains the current activities. Explore the winery’s tanks and barrels, then enjoy a seated
EUCHRE at the Sands
Join us every Monday for a great time playing in our euchre tournaments. We’re just 20 miles up the road from Traverse City, and no one does euchre tournaments in Michigan better than Leelanau Sands
Open Mic Night with Rob Coonrod
Enjoy live open mic music every Monday in the Barrel Room with host Rob Coonrod. Wine club and wine industry members save 25% on wine, cider and food all evening long!
Split Flipper Pinball
Have you ever wanted to play pinball but wished you had a teammate? Enter Split Flipper — one of the most fun and underrated ways to experience pinball. Here's how it works: two players share a single
Old Fashioned Tuesday
Sip an old fashioned without the splurge. Enjoy classic cocktails for just $10 every Tuesday. Cheers to keeping it classic.
Open Mic with Chris Sterr
We are excited to be hosting open mic from 6 - 9pm on Tuesdays with Chris Sterr. Bring an instrument, music, and an open mind and let’s make it happen!
Tuned Up Tuesdays
We're flipping the script on boring Tuesday nights to bring you a mashup of music, games, and unpredictable fun--featuring karaoke, open mic, music bingo, musical chairs, trivia, charades, and
DJ Bingo
What is DJ Bingo? A Game Re-Imagined! Some say we completely re-invented bingo with a modern, fun, interactive musical bingo game for the ages. Maybe so? Here's what we know: DJ Bingo is a fun,
Wine Down Wednesday-Create with Community
Wine Down Wednesdays invite guests to slow the week with wine, creativity, and connection. Enjoy wine by the glass and small bites while exploring open-ended activities like puzzles, books, adult
Wednesday Night Date Night
Make your midweek plans easy: enjoy two classic cocktails + a charcuterie board for $25 every Wednesday, 5 PM–close. Perfect for a cozy night out.
The Chef's Table Dinner Experience
The Chef's Table Dinner Experience Imagine your dining room table nestled in the heart of a bustling professional kitchen. The vibrant energy and activity create an unforgettable dining experience
Thursday Night Trivia at Iron Fish Distillery
Every Thursday night is Trivia night at Iron Fish! Join us this winter on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm for family friendly Trivia in the Stillroom. Prizes will be given out to the winning team, so brush
Jazz at Sunset
Join us for one of Chateau Chantal’s most beloved summer traditions as live jazz fills the vineyard air and the sun sets over the bay. In its 33rd season, Jeff Haas Trio and Laurie Sears will perform
Friday Night Live at Shady Lane
Kick off the weekend with Friday Night Live at Shady Lane Cellars! Join us for a night of live music, fine wines, and the cozy ambiance of Shady Lane! Let Shady Lane set the tone for your Friday night
Interlochen Summer Concert Series Presents: Joe Bonamassa and Gov’t Mule
Hailed as one of the defining guitarists of his generation, Joe Bonamassa commands the stage with more than 50 albums and a sound that blends raw blues power with high-voltage rock. His lightning-fast
Traverse City Food & Wine 2026
Five-day culinary and beverage celebration in Traverse City, scheduled for August 19-23, 2026.
Nibi: Wings on the Water
Sail aboard Manitou as we explore the connection the Anishinaabe, Grand Traverse Bay's ancestral residents, have to the Bay. Tera John, a Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse
Nibi: Spirit of the Water
Explore the connection the Anishinaabe, Grand Traverse Bay's ancestral residents, have to the Bay. Tera John, a Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa
Climbing Meetup for Educators
Join each month for our Climbing Meetup for Educators! These are designed to bring people together for a fun, social environment, all while challenging gravity and improving your climbing skills! ALL
Trivia Night at Shady Lane Cellars
Trivia Night at Shady Lane Cellars! Gather your team and put your knowledge to the test at Shady Lane Cellars! Enjoy an evening of friendly competition, great wine, and delicious charcuterie in our
Comedy MixTape #12 at the Workshop
Tilt Think Comedy Collective Presents: Improv, Original Sketch, Parody songs, New Formats & More. Let's celebrate the unofficial start to summer in the only way we know how: by very officially
Zero Proof Climbing Meetup
Join each month for our Zero Proof Climbing Meetup at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness! These are designed to bring people together for a fun, social environment, all while challenging gravity and improving
Elev8 Climbing Meetup: Queer Night
A climbing meetup for our LGBTQIA+ community. The meetup kicks off with some light instruction and challenges/goals, and is followed by a couple hours of climbing, socializing and having fun while
Monthly Singles Night
Our Monthly Singles Night is all about meeting new people, having fun, and enjoying great drinks in a laid-back setting. Each month features a different activity to enjoy together, from games to
Everyone Has a Story: Storytelling Community Circle
Join The Kingsley Folk School at Kingsley Branch Library for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle. Inspired by NPR’s The Moth, the Everyone Has a Story series invites you to simply show up
International Fireworks Championship 2026
Two-night international fireworks competition at Turtle Creek Stadium, scheduled for September 11-12, 2026.
Leelanau Harvest Tour
A great biking adventure passing by farms, orchards, vineyards, dunes, riding through quaint villages and an abundance of gorgeous water views. 18, 38,56 and 70 mile Miles Rides. All skill levels-
IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan 2026
September 20, 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 race in Frankfort, Michigan, with swim, bike, and run segments around Betsie Bay and the Lake Michigan region.
Turtle Creek Stadium Presents: The Blues Traveler- Gin Blossom and Spin Doctors in concert
Turtle Creek Stadium is hosting the hottest 90's ticket of the summer on September 19th! Multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Bl ossoms announce their return to the road for a
IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan
Join us for IRONMAN 70.3, held in and around beautiful Frankfort, Michigan, which is known for its spectacular sunsets, unbelievable views from the pier, and charming life on Main Street. The IRONMAN
4-Person Big Hole Tournament
Join us for our annual 4-person Big Hole Golf Tournament on Saturday, October 3. This four-person scramble features gigantic, impossible-to-miss, 10" cups and takes place on Spruce Run Golf Course. It