Events at a glance...
  • 6-Nov-2012
    General Election

    Local, State and Federal Election

  • 10-Aug-2012
    The Glass Menagerie

    Manistee Civic Players at the Historic Ramsdell Theatre
    The Glass Menagerie
    August 10, 11, 17, 28 7:30 PM - August 11, 18 2:00 PM
    Classic Tennessee Williams Drama   Click for Tickets

  • 8-Jul-2012
    Kiwanis World Famous Pancake Breakfast

    World Famous Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
    Sunday July 8rd 7 AM - 1 PM
    Manistee Catholic Central Cafeteria
    www.manisteekiwanis.com

  • 5-Jul-2012
    Made in Manistee Movie Night

    Made in Manistee Movies in the Festival Tent at Douglas Park
    July 5th 7:00 PM What if.... 9:00 PM Jerusalem Countdown
    July 6th 8:00 PM Johnny 10:30 PM Deadrise

     

  • 5-Jul-2012
    Roots on the River

    Traditional Music from Contemporary Artists. 
    Free. Every Thursday from July 5 through August 30 at 7 PM.
    At the Jaycees Bandshell in Downtown Mansitee.

  • 04-Jul-2012
    Manistee National Forest Festival

    Parade, Fireworks, Midway, Games, Food, Events for the whole family.
    July 4 Through July 8 2012
    For more info click HERE.

  • 29-Jun-2012
    Li'l Abner

    Rollicking Musical Comedy from the Civic Players L'l Abner
    Curtain 7:30 PM June 29 and 30 and July 6 and 7, 2 PM Jule 1 and 8
    For more information click here.

     

  • 19-Jun-2012
    Shoreline Showcase

    ShoreLine ShowCase is a volunteer, not-for-profit group that features professional, top-quality jazz, blues, and variety music FREE to the public. Rain Site: Lions Pavillion - North end of First Street Loop,
    Weekly until August 21.

  • 16-Jun-2012
    Spirit of the Woods Festival

    June 16th, 2011 The 35th Annual Folk Festival. 11:00 AM-11:00 PM 
    A one day family friendly, outdoor festival of folk music, dance and crafts.
    For all the details and to view the line up Click here...

  • 13-Jun-2012
    Manistee Area Chamber Golf Outing

    Golf Outing - 4 Person Scramble
    Manistee National Golf and Resort
    Lunch/Registration 11:30 Shotgun Start 12:30
    Register 231-723-2575

  • 9-Jun-2012
    2012 Spartan Scramble

    MSU Alumni Club Spartan Scramble
    Sat June 9, 2012 9 AM Shotgun Start
    $60.00/Person - Proceeds go to  local scholarship fund

  • 08-Jun-2012
    Kiwanis of Manistee Golf Scramble
    Annual Golf Scramble fund raising event. Four (4) person scramble, proximity contests, 50/50 raffle, prize raffle, and silent auction. Include Friday evening Fish Dinner from Osprey Grill at Manistee National Golf and Resort. Sign up at Manistee National.
  • 22-May-2012
    Cash Mob at Kellie's Hallmark

    Cash Mob for Thursday, May 22nd at 5 pm at Kellie's Hallmark 445 River Street in Manistee. We suggest spending $10.00. You are welcome to spend more than $10 of course. We're just trying to have fun and give our local businesses a boost. 

  • 18-May-2012
    3rd Annual Tight Lines for Troops Fishing Tourney
    The Tight Lines for Troops Fishing Tournament is back.  For more information about this tournament click here...
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10 Signature Events in Manistee County

1. Frostbite Homegrown Saturdays - Downtown Manistee (Late February)

Come downtown and warm your spirits during this COLD time of year! Area "buskers" (street musicians) will be playing in various storefronts during the afternoon. Enjoy the "Chili Hop" contest in downtown businesses and sample chili entries in this unique chili cook-off. Winter beer garden at the Boathouse Grill, corn hole games and snow sculpting on River Street, and more! For more information about the event visit Downtown Manistee



2. Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival - Brethren (Mid June)

Back in 1978 some folk music lovers, spurred on by the success of barn dances and music potlucks in the area, decided to organize a little festival. The first Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival was held on June 17, 1978, in Brethren. It was a free event and featured Iowa Rose, Flatpicker's Local 169, Argo Pond, Dekalb, Dan Gellert, the Flatland Ramblers, Quality Quinn and the Lost World String Band.  Today it is on of Brethren's signature events of the year.  To learn more about this event visit Spirit of the Woods



3. Manistee National Forest Festival - Manistee (Independence Day)

The Manistee National Forest Festival has been presented by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce since 1936.  It is an event that promises entertainment and fun for the entire family.  Carnival rides, parades, fireworks, art exhibits, tours, and so much more! To learn more about the Forest Festival including schedules and applications to be apart of the festival visit the Manistee County Chamber of Commerce



4. Bear Lake Days - Bear Lake (Early July - Week Following Forest Festival)

The big day in Bear Lake!  Presented by the Bear Lake Promoters, this festival is fun for the entire family!  To learn more about Bear Lake Days visit the Bear Lake Promoters



5. Kaleva Heritage Days - Kaleva (Mid July)

A day in Kaleva where the history of this village is celebrated.  Come visit the Kaleva Bottle House, Railroad Depot Museum, and explore "Project Kaleva".  To find out more about the Kaleva Heritage Days visit Kaleva



6. Arcadia Daze - Arcadia (Late July)

Experience the fun of Arcadia Daze.  Featuring Arts and Crafts, car racing, kids games, parades, live music and much more.  To view the entire line up and to register for events visit the home of Arcadia Daze here.



7. Onekama Days - Onekama (First Weekend in August)

Fun filled activities for the entire family is what Onekama Days is all about.  Come and enjoy wonderful events while the weather is at its peak in Northern Michigan.  Enjoy parades, craft shows, fireworks and much more!  For more information visit Onekama



8. Manistee County Fair - Onekama (End of August)

The Manistee County Fair is on of the flagship events in Manistee County.  Rooted with deep traditions, its over 125 years old.  Come and experience many great events like, the carnival, car shows, live stock contests, live music and so much more!  Fore more information and to view this years schedule, vist the official site for the Manistee County Fair at manisteecountyfair.com



9. Port City Festival/Street Fair - Downtown Manistee (Mid September)

Come to downtown Manistee and experience the fun and excitement of shopping, live music, events and much more! All the local downtown businesses move their end of the season inventory to the streets and River Street turns into an outdoor mall.  For information about the event visit Downtown Manistee



10. Victorian Sleigh Bell Parade & Old Christmas Weekend - Manistee (Early December)

Famous throughout the Midwest, Old Christmas Weekend caps off a year of festivals with nostalgia and excitement. Experience the Old Christmas parade when over 10,000 visitors line River Street to experience the Clydesdales' pull a 50' tall Christmas tree through the center of Manistee, but thats only one of the main highlights of this historic festival.  To view this years events schedule and events visit Downtown Manistee