Available June 7 – 17, 2024
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Something different, something traditional: Join us for Mackinac Island’s 76th annual Lilac Festival – themed Petals and Pedals!
Since its inaugural event in 1948, the Annual Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island has grown into a 10-day festival held in honor of the flower for which the Island is renowned. The lilac is a spectacular variety with a distinct history. In fact, some are more than 200 years old. The annual parade begins Sunday June 16th at 4:00pm so we recommend adding Sunday night to your weekend at a discounted rate.
Package Includes:
- Grand Hotel Accommodations
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- All Grand Hotel Amenities
- Garden Tour
- Mackinac Island Activities
- Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
This Grand Hotel Lilac Festival Week Package is available to book by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
Enjoy all activities happening around Mackinac Island. Some of the featured events include the Lilac Festival Parade, featuring Mackinac Island Businesses and Community Members, the Lilac Festival 10K run/walk, Coronation of the Lilac Festival Queen, and the Mackin-Paws Parade. For more information about the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival and schedule, please visit the Mackinac Island website.
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*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 Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is a 10-day celebration, June 7 through 16, 2024.
It’s the first and largest summer event on the Island, attracting thousands of visitors. Festivities for the 75th Annual Mackinac Island Lilac Festival include the coronation of the Lilac Festival Queen and Court, Lilac Festival 10K Run/Walk, horse drawn carriage tours, the Lilac Festival Grand Parade and much more.
More details to come! Be sure to check back with us!
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While you wait for the 2024 Lilac Festival, here’s a view of some of the early summer flowers adding their color and beauty to the month of June on Mackinac Island.
Lilacs in bloom on Mackinac Island – Click photos for slideshow view.
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Join us on Saturday, June 8, 2024, to kick off the 76th Mackinac Island Lilac Festival with a great morning race to enjoy the early season beauty on the Island. The course will provide you with the tree-covered paved roads through the center of the Island, and tremendous lake views with the Mackinac Bridge on the horizon. This is certainly a race you don’t want to miss!
Lil’ Lilac Kid’s Race!
There will be a special event for young children starting at 11:45, at the school. Children will run on the lawn outside the school (either 150 or 300 yards, depending on age and ability), and receive a medal at the finish. Race registration includes a shirt.
Race Start and Distance!
Location
The Lilac Festival Run & Walk will start in front of Wyndamere Park on Main Street and finish in the Mackinac Island School yard. (The start is 5 Minutes from the school, so please allow enough time).
The Lil’ Lilac Kids Run will begin and end at the Mackinac Island Public School. Children will run either 150 or 300 yards on the lawn outside the school.
Starting Times
10K race start is 9:30 a.m.
Lil’ Lilac Kids Run start is 11:45 a.m.
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Embark on a Hollywood-style adventure with Jane Seymour at Grand Hotel where mystery, excitement, and intrigue await as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of her hit Acorn TV detective series, “Harry Wild” (watch the series trailer). The third season of the fan-favorite Irish mystery series will debut on Monday, May 13 on Acorn TV, with a co-premiere on AMC Networks’ linear platform, BBC America.
Package Includes:
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- Special Screenings of the hit Acorn TV series Harry Wild
- Harry Wild Q & A sessions
- Meet & Greet with Jane Seymour and surprises from Harry Wild cast & crew members
- Autograph Session with Jane Seymour herself, take home a cherished memento and learn more about the Open Hearts Foundation
- Harry Wild Mystery themed 1920’s Cocktail Reception
- “Movies on Mackinac” lecture with Resident Historian Bob Tagatz
Join us at Grand Hotel for an unforgettable experience getting up close and personal with Jane Seymour. Get ready to walk the red carpet and uncover the mysteries that lie ahead, guided by the streamer that is home to an abundance of brilliant international detective series, dramas and thrillers, Acorn TV.
Learn more about the Open Hearts Foundation:
Co-Founded by Jane Seymour, the Open Hearts Foundation has been shoulder to shoulder with those experiencing adversity, providing many forms of support and inspiration. At the heart of the Foundation’s mission is the Open Hearts Philosophy that in times of great challenge, one must accept it and reach out to do what they can to help others. In doing this, they can find purpose and live with an open heart. The Foundation fulfills its mission and has a deep commitment to serve through its two programs: a grant making program and the Young Hearts Volunteerism program. The Foundation has provided more than $1.4 million to emerging charities throughout the United States in its grantmaking history and has engaged thousands of volunteers across the globe to do what they can to help and find their unique purpose. The Foundation is a small, public, 501(c)(3) foundation with an enormous mission, supported by creative, like-minded people working together for the greater good. Everyone is invited to join the Open Hearts movement! www.OpenHeartsFoundation.org
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Show us what you’ve got!
Round 1 of Mackinac’s Got Talent. Experience the boundless creativity of Mackinac Island! Open to all island residents and summer employees. Complete guidelines for entry forthcoming.
Jun 27, 2024, 6:30 PM
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Music in the Park – 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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Arrive Friday, June 28 • Depart Sunday, June 30, 2024
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Please join Grand Hotel’s Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, and a celebrated winery for this special wine tasting and hotel package: the Summer Wine Appreciation Weekend at Grand Hotel.
Elizabeth Schweitzer, Master Sommelier at Grand Hotel
The eighth woman Sommelier in the world, Elizabeth enjoys sharing her vast knowledge every season with our guests during this special themed weekend. You can also find her in our Main Dining Room helping you choose the perfect wine during your meal every evening.
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Additionally, Grand Hotel’s Salle à Manger was recently awarded an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for the third consecutive year. It recognizes Grand Hotel’s well-chosen assortment of quality producers and list of choices that will satisfy discerning wine lovers
Package Includes:
- Grand Hotel Accommodations
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- One welcome amenity per reservation
- Friday evening Welcome Reception
- Themed wine tastings
- Special dinner event on Saturday evening, this dinner is for adults only
- Complimentary admission to the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
This Summer Wine Appreciation Weekend is also available 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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