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Grand Hotel – Explore Mackinac – August 18 – 20, 2023

Grand Hotel - Explore Mackinac

Arrive Friday, August 18 • Depart Sunday, August 20, 2023

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This summer, escape from same-old normal life and explore Michigan’s jewel, Mackinac Island. Experience the over 70 miles of natural and paved trails on one of our Grand Hotel bikes. Top off your weekend with a walk into our local history with complimentary admission to Fort Mackinac.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel Accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Island hiking and biking maps
  • $40 credit to Grand Coffee & Provisions (credit is per room, per stay)
  • Saturday Grand Hotel Garden and Greenhouse Tour
  • Saturday Horse Culture of Mackinac Tour with Hotel Historian Bob Tagatz*
  • Sunday morning hike to Arch Rock
  • Complimentary Admission to Fort Mackinac
  • Complimentary Admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
  • Special discount on ferry tickets

The Explore Mackinac weekend can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

This one-of-a-kind package is perfect for the avid explorer or anyone looking to embrace the beauty of Mackinac Island.

View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >>

*Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, and a $12.00 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. A 30-day cancellation policy applies.

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Pink Pony Store – Now Offers Online Shopping

Earlier this year we stopped into the new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel and did some Pink Pony shopping. (Here are a few photos from our visit.) The good news is that you can shop online year-round at https://chippewa-hotel.myshopify.com/

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Earlier this year we stopped into the new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel and did some Pink Pony shopping. (Here are a few photos from our visit.) The good news is that you can shop online year-round at PinkPonyMackinac.com
The new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel. You can shop online year-round at PinkPonyMackinac.com
The new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel. You can shop online year-round at PinkPonyMackinac.com
The new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel. You can shop online year-round at PinkPonyMackinac.com
The new Pink Pony Store at the Chippewa Hotel. You can shop online year-round at PinkPonyMackinac.com

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Chastity Brown – Music In The Park – August 20, 2026

Chastity Brown - Music In The Park

Come hear a rocking, rolling encyclopedia of roots music. FREE ADMISSION

Based in Minnesota with roots in Tennessee, Chastity Brown grew up immersed in country and soul. In the full gospel church of her childhood, she played saxophone and drums, discovered her voice, and found a lifelong passion for music.

From her first show in Knoxville, TN, to stages in Minneapolis and around the world, Chastity has built an impressive career—appearing on NPR’s Favorite Sessions, CMT, American Songwriter, Paste Magazine, and even the U.K.’s Later… with Jools Holland.

NPR Music calls her sound:

✨ “A work of brooding soul eloquence, alt-rock wiriness, atmospheric pop sweetening and folk-infected naturalness.”

🎤 Don’t miss the chance to experience this powerful and soulful artist live August 20, 2026

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6:30pm, Marquette Park, Mackinac Island – Free

With a spectacular backdrop, our summer concert series takes place on the lawn of a National Historic Landmark, Marquette Park, which is at the foothills of Historic Fort Mackinac downtown across from the marina. Bring a picnic and tune in for some great live folk, rock, country, blues—the best of Americana. All concerts are free. We recommend bringing a blanket or lawn chairs for your comfort.

Music In The Park
EVERY THURSDAY 6:30pm
MARQUETTE PARK
Rain location: Mission Point Theater

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Mackinac’s Got Talent! Finale – Music In The Park – August 27, 2026

Mackinac’s Got Talent! - Music In The Park

Don’t miss the unforgettable finale of this Island-wide talent showcase and award ceremony.

The grand finale of the Fifth annual Mackinac Island talent showcase, featuring island residents and employees from all over the world.

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6:30pm, Marquette Park, Mackinac Island – Free

With a spectacular backdrop, our summer concert series takes place on the lawn of a National Historic Landmark, Marquette Park, which is at the foothills of Historic Fort Mackinac downtown across from the marina. Bring a picnic and tune in for some great live folk, rock, country, blues—the best of Americana. All concerts are free. We recommend bringing a blanket or lawn chairs for your comfort.

Music In The Park
EVERY THURSDAY 6:30pm
MARQUETTE PARK
Rain location: Mission Point Theater

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Visit Mackinac Arts Council Website >>>>

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Mackinac Arts Council On Facebook

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Grand Hotel – Distiller’s Weekend – August 28 – 30, 2026

Grand Hotel - Grand Prohibition & Distillers Weekend

Available Friday, August 28, 2026 – Sunday, August 30, 2026

Join us this fall at Grand Hotel for a memorable celebration of craft spirits. The Grand Distillers Weekend features Richard Anderson of Iron Fish Distillery, bringing his signature, regionally inspired spirits to Mackinac Island for an experience filled with flavor and tradition, and Dr. Blake Mayfield, Master Distiller from Maker’s Mark, a premium American bourbon whisky rooted in tradition and craftsmanship founded by Bill Samuels Sr.

The weekend begins with a Friday Welcome Reception on the iconic Front Porch, featuring themed cocktails. On Saturday afternoon, guests enjoy an interactive Lunch-a-Round, sampling spirits paired with curated tasting stations. Saturday evening continues with a four-course dinner, paired with a unique themed spirit or cocktail for a cohesive journey of flavor and craftsmanship.

The weekend concludes on Sunday with the option to attend the fourth-annual Spirits of Mackinac, a handcrafted cocktail and bartender celebration from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at participating island venues. Join in the celebration of island mixology showcasing inventive cocktails from Mackinac Island’s finest bartenders. It’s the perfect finale to a weekend of rich flavors, warm company, and timeless Grand Hotel charm.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • All resort amenities
  • Welcome amenity
  • Friday evening Welcome Reception
  • Saturday afternoon Interactive Tasting Journey Lunch-a-Round
  • Saturday evening journey through four unique cocktails paired with a four-course dinner
  • Sunday Spirits of Mackinac event included from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

About Iron Fish Distilleries

Iron Fish Distillery is Michigan’s first farm distillery to grow its own grain, distill estate spirits, and barrel finish carefully sourced whiskey. Located within the Betsie River watershed, home of the Steelhead, the distillery sits on a restored 120 acre farm in rural Springdale Township in Manistee County that was once abandoned and is now reborn as a thriving agricultural destination.

As a MAEAP certified working farm and distillery, Iron Fish Distillery welcomes more than 100,000 guests each year. Every step of the soil to spirit process takes place on site, beginning in the fields where grain is grown and harvested, followed by milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, and barrel aging. In addition to estate whiskies made from grain grown on the farm and nearby farms, Iron Fish Distillery sources select bourbons from around the world for barrel finishing. Today, the barrel library includes more than 2,400 barrels, representing a diverse collection of estate distilled and farm finished whiskies shaped by the land, water, and time.

About Maker’s Mark

Established in 1953, Maker’s Mark is a premium American bourbon whisky rooted in tradition and craftsmanship. Founded by Bill Samuels Sr., the brand was designed to stand apart through its smooth character and meticulous production process. Each bottle reflects a dedication to time-honored techniques, quality ingredients, and a philosophy that values flavor over volume.

The Grand Distillers 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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The Jewel Classic with Golf Pro Grant DeMoss – August 30 – 31, 2026

Grand Hotel - The Jewel Classic with Golf Pro Grant DeMoss

Available Sunday, August 30, 2026, to Monday, August 31, 2026

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 experience featuring Michigan PGA Pro Ryan Lenahan. This package will include clinics, seminars, and activities for golfers of all skill levels and ages.

The Jewel Classic with Golf Pro Grant DeMoss invites you to enjoy a one-of-a-kind golf experience set against the breathtaking beauty of The Jewel, one of the most iconic courses in the Midwest.

Spend your days on the fairways with unlimited golf and partake in a spirited Monday morning Golf Scramble led by DeMoss. Tournament will be followed by an awards reception with special prizes for skills challenges and tournament winners.

Between rounds, savor Grand Hotel’s renowned hospitality with breakfast and dinner daily, relax with complimentary lawn games in the Tea Garden, or explore island culture with admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Evenings bring refined Grand Hotel traditions, including nightly entertainment and dancing in the Terrace Room.

This exclusive package blends exceptional golf, gracious dining, and classic Grand Hotel charm, creating the perfect setting for a golf getaway unlike any other.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations 
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • All resort amenities  
  • Monday Short Game Seminar with Grant DeMoss at 9:00 AM
  • Monday 18-Hole Scramble at 11:00 AM
  • Boxed lunch for Monday Scramble
  • Monday Awards reception
  • Unlimited golf, golf carts included, clubs are not included
  • Prizes at The Jewel Pro Shop at the end of the tournament
  • Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

*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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