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Grand Hotel – Fall Weekend Packages 2018

Grand Hotel – Labor Day Weekend – August 30 – September 2, 2024
[ August 30, 2024 to September 2, 2024. ] Available Friday, August 30 - Monday, September 2, 2024 Description The Labor Day weekend experience promises an unforgettable retreat filled with family-friendly entertainment and relaxation. Guests can bask in the sun and cool off with refreshing dips at a Saturday pool party, where the atmosphere will be alive with laughter and fun. The package ensures that you [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend – September 13 – 15, 2024
[ September 13, 2024 to September 15, 2024. ] Available Friday, September 13 - Sunday, September 15, 2024 Description This September, raise a glass to Michigan food & wines, at our Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend. Join Grand Hotel Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, for an array of themed events including a Welcome Reception, morning and early afternoon wine seminars, and a special private wine dinner. Winery information to [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent – September 26 – 29, 2024
[ September 26, 2024 to September 29, 2024. ] Available Thursday, September 26 - Sunday, September 29, 2024 Description Take a culinary adventure by experiencing Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent. A variety of guest chefs and our own Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, come together for a weekend of fine wine & dining including an eight-course wine-paired tasting dinner. The 2024 theme for Cork [...] more...

Legacy Five at Grand Hotel – September 29 – October 1, 2024
[ September 29, 2024 to October 1, 2024. ] Sunday, September 29 - Tuesday, October 1 Description For the joy of it, for the magic of it, come experience Legacy Five performing live at Grand Hotel. Enjoy the Gospel and Christian music of band members: Lee Black – Tenor Scott Fowler – Lead Singer Jake Losen – Baritone Matt Fouch – Bass Tim Parton – Pianist Package Includes: Grand Hotel Accommodations Breakfast [...] more...

Grand Hotel History Weekend – October 11 – 13, 2024
[ October 11, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ] Available Friday, October 11 - Sunday, October 13, 2024 Description *Consider coming early or staying later on October 9th, 10th or October 13th or 14th and receive up to 50% off your room rate for the additional days. Visit times before our times. You’re invited to Grand Hotel’s 15th Annual History Weekend with a unique look into the [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Fall Murder Mystery Weekend – October 18 – 20, 2024
[ October 18, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ] Arrive Friday, October 18 • Depart Sunday, October 20, 2024 Description Consider yourself warned: Not everything is how it seems at Grand Hotel during Murder Mystery Weekend. Join us in October for an interactive weekend brought to you by The Murder Mystery Company, founded in Michigan. The intrigue begins Friday night, and the crime is solved Sunday [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Somewhere in Time Weekend – October 25 – 27, 2024
[ October 25, 2024 to October 27, 2024. ] Arrive Friday, October 25 - Depart Sunday, October 27, 2024 Description Each year, our Somewhere in Time Weekend is one of the most popular and special events during our entire season. It’s perfect for fans who want to know the cinematic secrets of the timeless romantic classic, and a chance to visit with many people who played [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Close the Grand for the Season – October 27 – 28, 2024
[ October 27, 2024 to October 28, 2024. ] Available Sunday, October 27 - Depart Monday, October 28, 2024 Description Something different, something time-honored: You’re invited to join in the unique experience as we close Grand Hotel’s doors for the winter months. This package includes a casual dinner buffet on Sunday evening and a continental breakfast Monday morning. Enjoy an informal atmosphere as we clean out our [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Wellness Weekend Retreat – September 8 -10, 2023
[ September 8, 2023 to September 10, 2023. ] Arrive Friday, September 8 • Depart Sunday, September 10, 20223 Description Experience something new by slowing down. This Wellness Weekend Retreat at Grand Hotel will help you recharge, be present and learn how to experience a more meaningful life. There is no better place to disconnect to reconnect than Mackinac Island. Friday Opening Circle + Laughter Yoga Gentle Yoga + [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package – September 8 – 10, 2024
[ September 8, 2024 to September 10, 2024. ] For something different, something fun, tee up the vacation of a lifetime with our Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package. Named for the state’s leading golf program, Michigan Golf Live, show host Bill Hobson coordinates this special event — complete with three days of unlimited golf on The Jewel, prize giveaways, private evening receptions, a [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Welcome Fall Package – September 15 -17, 2023
[ September 15, 2023 to September 17, 2023. ] Arrive Friday, September 15 • Depart Sunday, September 17, 2023 Description Kids, bring your parents to Grand Hotel this fall for a weekend full of activities for young-at-age and young-at-heart. Enjoy breakfast and dinner daily and a tour of the Grand Hotel Stables. Be sure to take advantage of our bike rental discounts to explore the beautiful [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Halloween at the Grand – October 28 – 30, 2022
[ October 28, 2022 to October 30, 2022. ] Arrive Friday, October 28 • Depart Sunday, October 30, 2022 For activities for young-in-age and young-at-heart, join us for Halloween Weekend at Grand Hotel! Experience fall on Mackinac Island and enjoy all the spooktacular activities and ghoulish excitement Grand Hotel offers for the whole family. Package Includes: Grand Hotel Accommodations Breakfast and dinner daily* All resort amenities [...] more...

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The Pink Pony – Photo Favorites From the Archive

The Pink Pony has won many awards over the years, including “America’s Top 10 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining” by The Daily Meal. We looked through our archives to find our favorite photos (and favorite features) of the Pink Pony. What brings you to the Pink Pony? The panoramic Pink Pony patio? The live entertainment? The great selection of Michigan craft beer? The Pink Pony Rum Runner or Bloody Mary? Or the always-guaranteed yachts and yachts of fun?

Pink Pony Bar & Grill – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)
 

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The Pink Pony patio with its panoramic views of Mackinac Harbor. Enjoy your meal or favorite beverage while you watch the boat and ferries come and go - and an occasional cruise ship.
Live entertainment all summer long is a hallmark of the Pink Pony. Take in great performances on the patio or on the famous Pink Pony Stage.
The Pink Pony boasts a generous selection of 24 Michigan Craft Beers. Don&#039;&#039;t miss the Michigan Craft Beer Weekend every year in May.
An afternoon on the island is not complete without a Pink Pony Rum Runner.
All signs point to yachts and yachts of fun at the Pink Pony.
The Pink Pony mural....
Waterfront dining at the Pink Pony.
The Pink Pony Stage....
A peaceful Pink Pony patio and calm waters of Mackinac Harbor.
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Great Turtle Drop – Mackinac Island – December 31, 2023

Great Turtle Drop
Great Turtle Drop

The Great Turtle Drop – a festive celebration of the arrival of the New Year on Mackinac Island – will take place once again this year on Main Street. The Great Turtle will be lowered from top of the Lilac Tree Hotel at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve.

Ring in the New Year with the Great Turtle Drop! It’s a uniquely Mackinac celebration! Cheers!

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2020 / 2021 Great Turtle Drop

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Mackinac Island – Twilight Turtle Trek – January 13, 2024

A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland.

The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate.

The trail is groomed, track set, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long.

This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club.

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Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Mackinac Island – Twilight Turtle Trek – February 3, 2024

A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland.

The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate.

The trail is groomed, track set, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long.

This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club.

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Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Mackinac Island – Twilight Turtle Trek – March 2, 2024

A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland.

The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate.

The trail is groomed, track set, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long.

This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club.

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Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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