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With the bounty of resources the Keweenaw has to share, there is never a lack of events to attend. Whether your interests lie in outdoor adventure or indoor cultural activities, you will find an activity to share with the friendly people of the Keweenaw. (Times and dates can change without notice. Please confirm to avoid disappointment.)

Spring

Photo courtesy of Robert Wetton (Click on image to enlarge) Migratory Bird Day
The 3rd Annual Keweenaw Migratory Bird Day will be held in Copper Harbor on May 2 & 3.


Photo courtesy of the Lac La Belle Lodge (Click on image to enlarge) Fishing Tournament
The 6th Annual Walleye/Pike Tournament on Lac La Belle, Gratiot Lake and Torch Lake takes place June 7.

Photo courtesy of Michele Anderson 2002 & Keweenaw Now (Click on image to enlarge) Art & Music Festival
Enjoy local and regional art and musicians on the Houghton waterfront on Saturday, June 7.

Photo courtesy of John Dee and johndee.com (Click on image to enlarge) Fishing Derby
A day of family fishing and fun at beautiful Rice Lake on Sunday, June 8.

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Summer

Click on image to enlarge Seafood Fest
Sample your favorite seafood, listen to the music and join in the fun on the Houghton Waterfront June 12, 13 & 14.


Click on image to enlarge Bridgefest
Celebrate the "Birthday" of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge with various activities throughout Houghton and Hancock June 13 - 15.


Chain Drive 2005 courtesy of Tom Lindley/chaindrive.org (Click on image to enlarge) Chain Drive Festival
Test your mountain biking endurance at these cross-country races at Hancock's Maasto Hiihto/Churning Rapids June 14.


Click on image to enlarge Pine Mountain Music Festival
The Pine Mountain Music Festival brings a comprehensive mix of classical music to the Keweenaw from June 17 thru July 13.


Longest Day 06 courtesy Jeff Coltas/Gas Lite General (Click on image to enlarge) Longest Day Fishing Tournament
Fish the waters of Lac La Belle, Copper Harbor, Eagle Harbor or Lake Medora on Saturday, June 21.

Click on image to enlarge Fireworks Cruise
Enjoy the best seat in town for the Lake Linden fireworks on Thursday, July 3 aboard the Keweenaw Star.


Click on image to enlarge 4th of July Celebrations
Keweenaw communities from South Range to Copper Harbor celebrate the 4th of July with parades, childrens games, BBQs, entertainment and good old-fashioned family fun.

Photo courtesy of Michele Anderson 2001/2002 & Keweenaw Now (Click on image to enlarge) Horse Tail Scramble
Challenge the 10k Trail Run or enjoy a leisurely 5k walk at the Churning Rapids trails just off M-203 on Friday, July 4.


Photo courtesy of E Hyrkas and pasty.com (Click on image to enlarge) Strawberry Festival
Enjoy the strawberry harvest in Chassell on Juy 11 & 12 at the annual Strawberry Festival.


Click on image to enlarge Keweenaw Trail Run
Join us in the wild and beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula for an epic weekend of trail running, delicious food and fun July 12 & 13.


Photo courtesy of Roland Burgan & cityofhancock.com (Click on image to enlarge) Canal Run
A 10 mile run and 10 mile competitive walk from McLain State Park to Hancock on Saturday, July 19.


Click on image to enlarge Civil War Encampment
The Battery D 1st Michigan Light Artillery encamps at Ft. Wilkins in Copper Harbor July 25 through July 27.

Click on image to enlarge Central Reunion
Descendants of the residents of the historic Central Mine community have been gathering for over 100 years, this year on Sunday, July 27.

Click on image to enlarge Sibelius Academy Music Festival
Finlandia University in Hancock, Michigan presents the 10th Annual Finlandia University Sibelius Academy Music Festival's July 30 through August 1. This presentation runs from July 30 to August 1.


Click on image to enlarge Copperman Triathlon
Swim, bike and run in the beautiful Keweenaw outdoors on Saturday, August 2.


Photo courtesy of the Seaman Mineral Museum (Click on image to enlarge) Mineral Retreat
The A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum at Michigan Tech University hosts the Copper Country Mineral Retreat August 3 to August 10.


Click on image to enlarge Eagle Harbor Art Show
Art comes to St. Peters by the Sea in Eagle Harbor for the Annual Art Show August 9 % 10.


Photo courtesy of Chuck Voelker of pasty.com/reflections (Click on image to enlarge) Heritage Celebration
Relive the rich heritage of the Calumet area at Agassiz Park during the Heritage Celebration August 15 & 16.


Art in the Park
"Artwork, entertainment and refreshments all together in one of the most beautiful settings in the midwest. Located at Copper Harbor, this presentation takes place on August 16 and 17.

Click on image to enlarge Great Deer Chase Mountain Bike Race
15 & 25 mile mountain bike races with 3 & 4.5 mile youth races at the Swedetown Recreation Area in Calumet on August 16.


Photo courtesy of Carl Kiilunen and pasty.com (Click on image to enlarge) Gun Show
The Calumet-Keweenaw Sportsmen hold their annual Gun & Sports Show at the Old Calumet Armory on Red Jacket Road August 16 & 17.

Carl Olson Adventure Run
5 & 8k runs and a 5k fitness walk through the mixed forest and open fields of the Chassell Classic Ski Trails on August 3.


Festival Joie de Vivre
Celebrate the French Canadian heritage of the Keweenaw at the Festival Joie de Vivre in Chassell August 28 - August 31.

Photo courtesy of Keweenaw Adventure Company (Click on image to enlarge) Fat Tire Festival
Located at Copper Harbor, this event takes place on August 31.


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Fall

Click on image to enlarge Multi-Cultural Festival
Celebrate the cultural diversity of Michigan Tech University and the area in downtown Houghton on September 20.


Click on image to enlarge Color Tour XXXIV
50k, 100k & 200k bike rides along the highways of the Keweenaw through magnificent fall color on September 20.


Click on image to enlarge Lighthouse/Fall Color Cruise
View the 10 Keweenaw lighthouses and our beautiful fall foliage aboard the Keweenaw Star on the September 20 cruise around the peninsula.


Photo courtesy of Tom Buchkoe and lsprorally.com (Click on image to enlarge) Pro Rally
One of the meanest, toughest pro rallys in North America comes to the back roads of the Keweenaw October 17-19.


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Winter

Click on image to enlarge Heikinpaiva Mid-winter Festival
Celebrate the mid-point of winter in Hancock at the Heikinpaiva Mid-Winter Festival January 16 & 17.

Click on image to enlarge Ice Fishing Derby
The 18th Annual Greenlight Resort Ice Fishing Derby will be held January 19 on Chassell Bay off US-41 in Chassell.

Click on image to enlarge Talvitohinat
The 4th Annual Keweenaw Land Trust Talvitohinat (Winter Scramble) cross country ski races take place at the Michigan Tech ski trails in Houghton January 17.

Copper Island Classic
Join us for the 42nd annual classic-style-only cross country ski event at the intimate and well-groomed Chassell Ski Trails January 20.

Photo courtesy of johndee.com (Click on image to enlarge) JohnDee Snowfest
Join fellow snowmobilers at the JohnDee.com Snowfest Snowmobile Ride-In on January 30 & 31.


Click on image to enlarge Winter Carnival
Located at Houghton, this festival runs from February 5 to February 8.

Click on image to enlarge Junior Bear Chase
The Copper Country Ski Tiger's Junior Bear Chase will take place on Saturday, March 14 at the Swedetown Ski Trails in Calumet. This event takes place on March 14.

Click on image to enlarge River Valley Bank Great Bear Chase
The 30th Annual River Valley Bank Great Bear Chase Cross Country Ski Race will be held at the Swedetown Trails in Calumet on Sunday, March 15. This event takes place on March 15.

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