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Grand Hotel – Labor Day Weekend Experience – September 4 – 7, 2026

Grand Hotel's Labor Day Weekend

Available Friday, September 4, 2026 – Monday, September 7, 2026

Grand Hotel’s Labor Day Weekend Experience invites you to a dazzling celebration of summer’s final days filled with laughter and cherished family moments. Splash into fun at Saturday’s Pool Party at the iconic Esther Williams Swimming Pool, enjoy live music throughout the weekend at multiple Grand Hotel venues, take in a magical Drive-In Movie under the stars on The Jewel Golf Course, savor exquisite dinners at Grand Hotel’s Main Dining Room, and so many other family-friendly activities!

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations 
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • All resort amenities  
  • Friday Welcome Reception
  • Friday Glow Stick Movie Party at the Esther Williams Swimming Pool
  • Jam Sessions in The Parlor on Saturday & Sunday
  • Saturday Day Time Pool Party at the Esther Williams Swimming Pool with Bell’s Beer activations
  • Saturday reception
  • Morning history lectures and evening tours with Resident Historian Bob Tagatz on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
  • Recreation activities
  • Saturday live music in the Lantern Lounge
  • Saturday Drive-In Movie on Grand Nine at The Jewel Golf Course
  • Sunday afternoon music at the Lantern Lounge
  • Live music at Afternoon Tea, Demitasse, the Cupola Bar, and Terrace Room with dancing
  • Two musical workshops with musicians
  • Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

The Labor Day Weekend package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >> to learn more about our evening dress code, luggage process, and more.  

Jazz Up Your Labor Day Weekend

This Labor Day Weekend, Grand Hotel invites you to experience an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance and world-class music during its annual Labor Day Weekend Jazz Concert Series, Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6. Set against the stunning backdrop of Mackinac Island, this beloved tradition offers guests an unforgettable holiday escape. Grand Hotel guests and visitors can now purchase the bundle of three weekend performances Friday through Sunday by clicking here.

 

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Grand Hotel – Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend – September 18 – 20, 2026

Grand Hotel - Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend

Available Friday, September 18, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026

This September, immerse yourself in the grandeur of fine wine at our Fall Wine Weekend. Experience the expertise of Grand Hotel Master Sommelier Elizabeth Schweitzer and celebrated vineyards through a collection of exquisite events, including a Friday Welcome Reception, Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings, culinary demonstrations, and a Saturday evening special Wine Pairing Dinner.

About Elizabeth Schweitzer, Master Sommelier at Grand Hotel
The eighth woman Sommelier in the world, Elizabeth enjoys sharing her vast knowledge every season with our guests during this special themed weekend. You can also find her in our Main Dining Room helping you choose the perfect wine with your meal.

Grand Hotel’s Salle à Manger was recently awarded an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for the third consecutive year. It recognizes Grand Hotel’s well-chosen assortment of quality wines that will satisfy discerning wine lovers.

Learn More about Elizabeth Schweitzer.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Welcome amenity
  • Friday Welcome Reception
  • Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings and a culinary demonstration
  • Saturday evening special Wine Pairing Dinner (adults only)
  • Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

The Fall Wine Weekend package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >> to learn more about our evening dress code, luggage process, and more.

*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 4% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, and a $16.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability, 30-day cancellation policy applies.

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