For the family of it, for the joy of it, have an unforgettable time with mom and take advantage of all the fine amenities at Grand Hotel during our Mother’s Day Weekend celebrations. From special receptions, daily activities, and nightly entertainment to a delectable Grand Luncheon Buffet and Champagne toast, it will be nothing at all like you’ve got at home!
Package Includes:
- Grand Hotel Accommodations
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Saturday Grand Hotel history lecture by Bob Tagatz
- Saturday evening reception
- Sunday Mother’s Day Grand Luncheon Buffet with a Champagne Toast
- Special gift at check-in
- Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
- Add extra days for up to 50% off our flexible rates. Discount available May 5-9 and 12, 13.
During this very special weekend, unwind as you and your mom relax, while our staff handles all the details. Take a leisurely hike around Mackinac Island, then take in the beauty of the Straits of Mackinac from a rocking chair on the World’s Longest Porch. Send mom to rejuvenate at Astor’s Salon and Spa, enjoy the Afternoon Tea in the Parlor, or play a round of golf on The Jewel.
This Mother’s Day hotel special package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
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*Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, and a $15.00 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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The Year is 1912 and you have a First-Class Ticket on the Titanic. Experience a weekend of glamour and decadence, in a way that only Grand Hotel could offer. Be whisked away each night with live bands, dancing, and authentic cuisine in the ballroom. Learn what it was really like to be on the “Unsinkable Ship” with our professional Historians or simply watch the magic of the Oscar-winning movie. Our Immersive Actors and authentic costumes will transport you aboard the Titanic for a weekend you’ll never forget.
Additional nights are available at a discounted rate.
Package Includes:
- Grand Hotel Accommodations
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Friday evening Bon Voyage Party
- Friday evening entertainment
- Saturday morning history lecture
- Saturday afternoon Titanic lecture and presentation with David Kaplan
- Saturday special dinner inspired by the last meal served on the Titanic
- Free admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
Titanic at Grand is also available by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
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David Kaplan’s interest in the Titanic began when he was 9 years old while watching the 1953 movie “Titanic.” Since that time, he has been studying the tragedy, the ship and its passengers. David was a member if the Titanic Historical Society for over four decades and subsequently joined the Titanic International Society, the Titanic Society of Atlantic Canada, the Belfast Titanic Society, and the British Titanic Society. Over the years, he has met eighteen Titanic survivors, some more than once.
*Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee and a $15.00 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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The 2024 Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, beginning with the sound of the musket at 9:00 am. Runners and walkers will start inside Fort Mackinac, then through the Sally Port gate to the racecourse ahead. All proceeds help support the Mackinac Historic State Parks!
There will also be a Virtual Race, which can be run or walked anytime at participant’s convenience. All virtual times can be logged by the participant in a separate Virtual Race category (no awards).
The Fort2Fort Five Mile is part of the Mackinac Island Trio Series! Register and complete either the Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge or the Lilac Festival 10K, plus both the Mackinac Island Eight Mile and Great Turtle Trail Run, and you will receive a special Mackinac Island Trio Series medal. This will be a separate medal from the other finisher’s medal and will be awarded following the Great Turtle Half Marathon. (Note, Virtual events count as participation in the Trio).
STARTING TIME
The start of both the 5 Mile Run and Walk will begin inside Fort Mackinac at 9:00 am with the sound of the musket firing. Runners and walkers will go through the Sally Port gates to the course ahead on Huron Road
Fort doors will be open and rest rooms available inside. Restrooms are also available outside at the Huron Road Pavilion.
LOCATION
The race will finish on the lawn behind and east of Fort Mackinac (next to start line).
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