Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend on Mackinac Island with historical displays and re-enactments and good old-fashioned family fun! Visit Fort Mackinac for a Star Spangled Fourth of July. The historic island fort is decked out in patriotic finery, with banners, flags and bunting. It is a 1880s Independence Day, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period, performances of patriotic music, and Victorian children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in Victorian dances and games on the fort parade ground. No additional admission charge for this special event above standard Fort Mackinac admission rates.

The Annual Stone skipping Tournament is also scheduled for the Fourth with the pro tournament starting at noon. Here’s a list of a few of the great activities set for the Fourth of July Weekend on Mackinac Island:

Grand Hotel – Old Fashioned Mackinac Fourth of July Celebration – July 2 – 5, 2023
[ July 2, 2023 to July 5, 2023. ] Arrive Sunday, July 2 • Depart Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Length of Stay Requirements and Pricing Details: Three-night stays are required on July 2 – 5. Description Celebrate the 4th of July with family and friends, while exploring the best that a Mackinac Island summer has to offer. July is the perfect time to soak up the sun [...] more...

Mackinac Island Stone Skipping Tournament – July 4, 2023
[ July 4, 2023; ] The annual 4th of July tournament on Mackinac Island is sure to be another crowd pleaser. Everyone is eligible to compete in the tournament. The more the merrier. The tournament is open to all ages and always occurs at Windermere Pointe Beach (Located next to Hotel Iroquois) every year at 10:00 am on the 4th of July. [...] more...

Star Spangled Fourth of July – Fort Mackinac – July 4, 2023
[ July 4, 2023; ] The historic 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 parade ground. Don’t miss out on this all 1880s Independence Day as [...] more...

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