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Make a splash this season and explore the beauty of Pure Michigan – fresh coast to coast. 

20+ Things to Do in Michigan: Your Ultimate Summer Bucket List

The feeling of a Michigan summer is one that you'll wish you could capture forever. What's on your Michigan summer bucket list? How about a little of everything? We've got 24 ideas to start with (bet you didn't have firing a cannon on your summer bingo card!). 

Casting a Wide Net: Fishing in Michigan

Michigan is a renowned fishing destination across all four seasons. For would-be fishers that might feel trepidatious about wading into the sport, there are plenty of locals who are ready and willing to teach all the tips and tricks about wetting the line.

Cool Off in These Fresh Pure Michigan Waters

Come summertime, we’re drawn to water—and not just because it’s so refreshing. We feel rejuvenated when we float down a gently moving Michigan river, jump in the waves, take a dip in an inland lake or just listen to the gentle surf or roar of a pristine waterfall.

America250 in Michigan

From dazzling events and curated exhibits to rich cultural heritage and our state’s unique history, learn where you can celebrate the nation's 250th birthday in the Great Lakes State all year long.

For Every Season of You in Pure Michigan

Michigan’s timelessness can always be counted on. You’ll feel it in the fresh spray from the lake, the taste of summer’s first Blue Moon ice cream, and the echoes of jazz flowing from a historic hall. Whether you’re ready to take a giant leap or let go and exhale, there’s a Michigan moment waiting for you.

Upcoming Events in Pure Michigan

100^th National Cherry Festival
Traverse City
Now through July 11

Maritime Festival
Harbor Beach
Now through July 12

African World Festival
Detroit
July 10-12

Blues Fest 2026
Kalamazoo
July 10-11

Annual Gaylord Alpenfest 2026
Gaylord
July 14-18

Ann Arbor Art Fair
Ann Arbor
July 16-18

Beaver Island Music Festival
Beaver Island
July 16-18

Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival
Marquette
July 17-19

Annual Michigan Brown Trout Festival
Alpena
July 17-26

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Powwow
Mt. Pleasant
July 24-26

Pasty Fest 2026
Calumet
August 14-16

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Make a splash this summer and explore the beauty of Pure Michigan – fresh coast to coast. 

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