Keweenaw Events

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.)

Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall

Winter

Junior Bear Chase

Located at Calumet, this event takes place on March 12.

Copper Dog 150

The first ever CopperDog 150 sled-dog race comes to Calumet and the Keweenaw March 12 through March 14.

Portage Health Great Bear Chase

The 30th Annual Portage Health Great Bear Chase Cross Country Ski Race has moved from Sunday to Saturday this year. Located at Calumet, this event takes place on March 13.

Keweenaw Nordic Festival

A full weekend of nordic skiing combining new and traditional events at the Michigan Tech and Chassell trails January 15 & 16.

John Dee Snowfest

The John Dee Snowfest 2011 will tentatively be held on the Keweenaw Peninsula January 28 & 29. Located at Houghton, this event takes place on January 28 and 29.

Heikinpaiva Mid-Winter Festival

Celebrate the mid-point of winter with a series of Finnish related activities tentatively scheduled for Saturday, January 29 in Hancock. This festival takes place on January 29.

Winter Carnival

Winter Carnival 2011, the 90th Annual Michigan Tech University Winter Carnival, will be held February 9 through February 13

Photo courtesy of the Antique Snowmobile Museum (Click on image to enlarge)

Antique Snowmobile Run for Fun

Make plans to attend the 6th Annual Antique Snowmobile Run For Fun 2011, to be held on February 18-20 in Copper Harbor.[

Copper Spiel

The Copper Country Curling Club hosts the 4th Annual Copper Bonspiel at the Historic Drill House Rink in Calumet February 18 through February 20.

Spring

Migratory Bird Festival

5th Annual Migratory Bird Festival in Copper Harbor throughout the month of May.

Spring Art & Music Festival

Enjoy local and regional art and musicians on Shelden Avenue in Houghton in June.

Summer

Fishing Tournament

The 9th Annual Walleye/Pike Fishing Tournament, tentatively be held on Saturday, June 5, includes the waters of Lac La Belle, Torch Lake & Portage Lake

Fishing Derby

Tentatively scheduled for Sunday, June 13, the 36th Annual Lake Linden-Hubbell Sportsmen's Club Fishing Derby at Rice Lake is a day of family fun with prizes, lunch and refreshments.

Pine Mountain Music Festival

The Pine Mountain Music Festival brings a comprehensive mix of classical music, including opera, symphony and chamber music events to the Keweenaw during June & July.

Seafood Fest

The Seafood Fest, sponsored by the Houghton Rotary Club, is held on the Houghton waterfront in conjunction with Bridgefest. This festival runs from June 17 to June 19.

Bridgefest

The Bridgefest Celebration, always held on Father's Day weekend, takes place at various locations throughout Houghton and Hancock. This festival runs from June 18 to June 20.

Keweenaw Chain Drive Festival

The annual Keweenaw Chain Drive Festival Mountain Bike race includes 16- and 32-mile point-to-point cross-country distance races and the Junior Chain Drive youth races.

Longest Day Fishing Tournament

The Longest Fishing Tournament is held on the waters of Lac La Belle, Copper Harbor, Eagle Harbor and Lake Medora. This event takes place on June 19.

Pasty Fest 2010

Main Street Calumet presents PastyFest 2010 tentatively on June 26 - food, fun and music in Agassiz Park on 4th Street.

Photo courtesy of pasty.com (Click on image to enlarge)

4th of July Celebrations

Located at Area-Wide, this presentation takes place on July 4.

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 Sunday, July 4.

Strawberry Festival

Enjoy the famous Copper Country Strawberries at the Strawberry Festival in Chassell July 9 & 10.

Run the Keweenaw

Come join us for an exciting weekend on the beautiful and rugged trails of the Keweenaw. The 1st ever Run the Keweenaw, A Festival of Trails will be held Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11 in Copper Harbor

Canal Run

The 35th Annual Citizens Bank & Portage Health Canal Run includes a 10 mile run and a 10 mile competitive walk from McLain State Park to Hancock and will be held on Saturday, July 17.

End of the Road Keweenaw Tour

Classic cars, bikes and trucks along with food, refreshments and live entertainment in Copper Harbor July 18.

Central Mine Reunion

104th reunion of the former Central Mine Methodist Church on July 25.

Civil War Encampment

History comes alive at Fort Wilkins State Park on US-41 just east of Copper Harbor tentatively on Friday, July 30 through Sunday, August 1. This presentation runs from July 30 to August 1.

Copperman Triathlon

The Copperman Triathlon comes to Ft. Wilkins State Park on US-41 in Copper Harbor on Saturday, August 7.

Copper Country Mineral Retreat

A week of mineral collecting and more at the Copper Country Mineral Retreat at the Seaman Mineral Museum August 9 thru August 13.

People's Fair

You're invited to the People's Fair, a Metaphysical Gathering, at Prospector's Paradise just 3 miles north of Calumet on US-41 Friday, August 13 through Sunday, August 15.

Eagle Harbor Art Fair

Located at Eagle Harbor, this presentation takes place on August 14 and 15.

Kuparisaari Triathlon

The first ever Kuparisaari Triathlon, a half-iron distance triathlon, will be held in Lac La Belle on August 15, 2010 and will include a 1. This event takes place on August 15.

Heritage Celebration

Celebrate mining and ethnic heritage at the Heritage Celebration in Calumet August 21.

Great Deer Chase Mountain Bike Race

The 5th Annual Great Deer Chase mountain bike race will be held on August 21 at the Swedetown Trail system off Swedetown Road in Calumet. This event takes place on August 21.

Art in the Park

Art and music in the Grant Township Park, Art in the Park, in Copper Harbor August 21 & 22.

Carl Olson Memorial Adventure Run

The Carl Olson Memorial Adventure Run and Fitness Walk starts at the Chassell Community Center and is run on the Chassell Classic Ski Trails on August 21.

Houghton County Fair

The 2010 Houghton County Fair will be held Thursday, August 26 through Sunday, August 29 at the Houghton County Fairgrounds off Birch Street in Hancock

Fall

Fat Tire Festival

Located at Copper Harbor, this event takes place on September 5.

Multi-Cultural Festival

Located at Houghton, this festival takes place on September 18.

Sibelius Academy Music Festival

The 12th Annual Finlandia University Sibelius Academy Music Festival will tentatively take place September 21 to September 24.

Lake Superior PRO Rally

The Lake Superior ProRally is organized by the Lake Superior Region of the Sports Car Club of America, Inc. Located at Houghton, this event takes place on October 15 and 16.

The Keweenaw Cup

Located at Copper Harbor, this event takes place on October 23 and 24.