

Since 1928, the Upper Peninsula State Fair has delighted folks from all over as they experience and celebrate the unique culture of Michigan’s U.P. Activities include period displays, food, music and a historic baseball game -1860’s style. This August event at Fayette Historic State Park and Townsite celebrates the “hey-day” of Fayette as a bustling iron smelting town. Peruse the vehicles on display, see who wins best in show awards, test your own speed in a fun run and stick around for the grand finale - a parade! Fayette Heritage Days

Kruisin' KlassicsĪs June approaches, the classic cars cruise into the Bays for the Kruisin’ Klassics Car Show and Swap Meet at the U.P. Search the event calendar for these specific weekends to find each municipality’s plans. Spend your long weekend in the Bays de Noc and celebrate our country with us! Plan for parades, picnics, live music, fireworks, food and more.

Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day Celebrations The bigger your catch, the better the prize! Find updated information as the event nears on our Big Freeze Ice Fishing Derby page. In February, this ice fishing derby invites anglers to the Walleye capital of the world. Do you have an older sled yourself? Come join the fun! The group also makes announcements on their Facebook page. Are you uncertain when to plan your trip to the Bays de Noc? Check out some of our popular annual events and come during your favorite! Rapid River Relic RideĮach year, this vintage snowmobile ride, show and swap happens in the last weekend of January.
