BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:The Mackinac Blog BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Memorial Day Weekend Package –\; May 22 & #8211\; 25\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=136 SEQUENCE:10 UID:178-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=136 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, May 22\, 2026 -Monday\, May 25\, 2026 Start your summer with a Memorial Day Weekend getaway to Grand Hotel\, where time less tradition meets a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. As we approach Ameri ca’s 250th anniversary and Grand Hotel’s 140th season\, there’s no be tter place to immerse yourself in history\, heritage\, and the spirit of su mmer on [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=136 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Titanic Weekend –\; May 29 –\; 31 \, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=180 SEQUENCE:5 UID:208-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=180 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, May 29\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, May 31\, 202 6 Step back in time to 1912 and embark on an unforgettable journey aboard t he legendary Titanic\, reimagined with all the elegance and grandeur that o nly Grand Hotel can provide. Throughout the weekend\, immerse yourself in t he splendor of a bygone era with live music\, elegant [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp:/ /www.mackinacblog.com/?p=180 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel Lilac Festival Week Package –\; June 5 –\; 15 \, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=137 SEQUENCE:11 UID:209-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=137 DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 5\, 2026 –\; Monday\, June 15\, 2026 Experie nce Mackinac Island at its most magical during the annual Mackinac Island L ilac Festival\, a ten-day celebration bursting with color\, fragrance\, and island charm. Since 1948\, this cherished tradition has honored the island ’s world-famous lilacs\, some dating back more than 200 years\, with even ts that capture [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=137 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mackinac Island Lilac Festival –\; June 5 –\; 14\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=132 SEQUENCE:4 UID:225-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=132 DESCRIPTION:The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is a 10-day celebration\, Ju ne 5 through 14\, 2026. It’s the first and largest summer event on the Is land\, attracting thousands of visitors. Festivities for the 2026 Mackinac Island Lilac Festival include the coronation of the Lilac Festival Queen an d Court\, Lilac Festival 10K Run/Walk\, horse drawn carriage tours\, the [& hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=132 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lilac Festival Run &\; Walk –\; June 6\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=686 SEQUENCE:7 UID:165-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=686 DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\, to kick off the 78th Mack inac Island Lilac Festival with a great morning race to enjoy the early sea son beauty on the Island. The course will provide you with the tree-covered paved roads through the center of the Island\, and tremendous lake views w ith the Mackinac Bridge on [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=68 6 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Old Fashioned Mackinac Fourth of July Celebrat ion –\; July 2 –\; 6\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=143 SEQUENCE:7 UID:195-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=143 DESCRIPTION:Available Thursday\, July 2\, 2026 –\; Monday\, July 6\, 2 026 In honor of America’s 250th anniversary\, we invite you to Grand Hote l for a Fourth of July celebration unlike any other! This year’s celebra tion promises endless fun for the entire family\, from lively poolside part ies and kid-friendly movies to festive cookouts and a spectacular fireworks display [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=143 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Star Spangled Fourth of July –\; Fort Mackinac –\; July 4\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=466 SEQUENCE:4 UID:223-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=466 DESCRIPTION:July 4 @ 9:30 am –\; 7:00 pm An America250 event! The hist oric island fort is decked out in patriotic finery with banners\, flags and bunting. It is an 1880’s Independence Day\, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period and children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in games on the fort [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.co m/?p=466 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mackinac Island Stone Skipping Tournament –\; July 4\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=86 SEQUENCE:4 UID:222-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=86 DESCRIPTION:The annual 4th of July tournament on Mackinac Island is sure to be another crowd pleaser. Everyone is eligible to compete in the tournamen t. The more the merrier. The tournament is open to all ages and always occu rs at Windermere Pointe Beach (Located next to Hotel Iroquois) every year a t 10:00 am on the 4th [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=86 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Summer Wine Appreciation Weekend –\; Augu st 14 –\; 16\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=142 SEQUENCE:20 UID:51-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=142 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, August 14\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, August 16 \, 2026 Join Grand Hotel’s Master Sommelier\, Elizabeth Schweitzer and Or egon-based Et Fille Wines for an unforgettable weekend dedicated to the art of wine. Celebrate summer at America’s Summer Place with expertly curate d wine tastings\, exceptional cuisine\, and immersive experiences designed for wine enthusiasts and curious learners [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackina cblog.com/?p=142 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Distiller’\;s Weekend –\; August 28 –\; 30\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=707 SEQUENCE:5 UID:191-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=707 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, August 28\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, August 30 \, 2026 Join us this fall at Grand Hotel for a memorable celebration of cra ft spirits. The Grand Distillers Weekend features Richard Anderson of Iron Fish Distillery\, bringing his signature\, regionally inspired spirits to M ackinac Island for an experience filled with flavor and tradition\, and Dr. Blake [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=707 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Jewel Classic with Golf Pro Grant DeMoss –\; August 30  211\; 31\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=141 SEQUENCE:8 UID:193-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=141 DESCRIPTION:Available Sunday\, August 30\, 2026\, to Monday\, August 31\, 2 026 Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of The Jewel Golf Course at Grand Hotel. Golf Pro Grant DeMoss invites you to enjoy a one-of-a-kind golf expe rience featuring Michigan PGA Pro Ryan Lenahan. This package will include c linics\, seminars\, and activities for golfers of all skill levels [&hellip \;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=141 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Labor Day Weekend Experience –\; Septembe r 4 –\; 7\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=112 SEQUENCE:44 UID:49-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=112 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, September 4\, 2026 –\; Monday\, Septemb er 7\, 2026 Grand Hotel’s Labor Day Weekend Experience invites you to a d azzling celebration of summer’s final days filled with laughter and cheri shed family moments. Splash into fun at Saturday’s Pool Party at the icon ic Esther Williams Swimming Pool\, enjoy live music throughout the weekend at multiple [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=112 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend –\; Septem ber 18 –\; 20\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=105 SEQUENCE:3 UID:231-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=105 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, September 18\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, Septem ber 20\, 2026 This September\, immerse yourself in the grandeur of fine win e at our Fall Wine Weekend. Experience the expertise of Grand Hotel Master Sommelier Elizabeth Schweitzer and celebrated vineyards through a collectio n of exquisite events\, including a Friday Welcome Reception\, Saturday aft ernoon wine tastings with food [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/? p=105 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Somewhere in Time Weekend –\; October 2 & #8211\; 4\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=99 SEQUENCE:16 UID:161-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=99 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, October 2\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, October 4 \, 2026 Step back in time and relive the romance of the classic film “Som ewhere in Time” where it was originally filmed\, right here at Grand Hote l. This beloved annual weekend invites fans to celebrate the movie’s magi c through themed events\, period attire\, and special gatherings that [&hel lip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=99 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel History Weekend –\; October 9 –\; 11\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=140 SEQUENCE:8 UID:180-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=140 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, October 9\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, October 1 1\, 2026 You’re invited to journey through time at Grand Hotel’s 17th a nnual History Weekend and learn the story behind the hotel’s iconic woode n structure built in 1887. Enjoy engaging presentations\, guided tours\, an d special activities that highlight the people\, moments\, and milestones t hat have shaped Grand [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=140 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Legacy Five at Grand Hotel –\; October 11 –\; 13\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=499 SEQUENCE:13 UID:106-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=499 DESCRIPTION:Available Sunday\, October 11\, 2026 –\; Tuesday\, October 13\, 2026 Celebrate two days of uplifting music at Grand Hotel with the dy namic and acclaimed Legacy Five. Renowned for their rich harmonies\, heartf elt lyrics\, and vibrant stage presence\, Legacy Five has become one of the leading voices in Southern Gospel and Christian music. Their sound blends [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=499 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Cork &\; Fork Culinary Weekend –\; Oc tober 16 -18\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=723 SEQUENCE:7 UID:216-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=723 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, October 16\, 2026 –\; Sunday\, October 18\, 2026 We invite you to experience the 2026 Cork &\; Fork Culinary We ekend. This year will bring an extraordinary culinary journey celebrating T he Flavors That Built America in honor of our nation’s 250th anniversary. This celebrated weekend shines a spotlight on the creativity and talent of [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=723 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Fall Murder Mystery Weekend –\; October 23 –\; 25\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=108 SEQUENCE:12 UID:181-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=108 DESCRIPTION:Available Friday\, October 23\, 2026 to Sunday\, October 25\, 2 026 As autumn settles over Mackinac Island\, Grand Hotel becomes the settin g for an immersive mystery. Fall Murder Mystery Weekend invites guests to s tep into an unfolding story\, beginning with a welcome reception and contin uing through a weekend of hidden clues\, intriguing encounters\, and collab orative investigation. [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=108 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Hotel –\; Close the Grand for the Season –\; Octobe r 25 –\; 26\, 2026 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=110 SEQUENCE:16 UID:162-http://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=110 DESCRIPTION:Available Sunday\, Oct. 25\, 2026 –\; Monday\, Oct. 26\, 2 026 Something delightfully different and time-honored\, this special experi ence invites you to join us as Grand Hotel closes its doors for the winter season. The package includes a casual dinner on Sunday evening and breakfas t on Monday morning. Enjoy a relaxed\, informal atmosphere with casual atti re [&hellip\;]\n\nhttp://www.mackinacblog.com/?p=110 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR