A Reason for Every Season
There's always something worth planning around up here. From cherry blossoms to fall color to snow-dusted wine trails, the region's calendar runs year-round. These are some of the annual favorites that bring people back again and again — plan your stay around one, or simply let one surprise you while you're here.
National Cherry Festival
Concerts, parades, the air show, cherries and more at the National Cherry Festival
Interlochen Arts Festival
Experience world-class artists in the open-air ambiance of an iconic lakeside venue
Peninsula Cup
A premier invitational amateur golf tournament hosted at The Kingsley Club, just 15 minutes from Lakemore Resort.
TC Horse Show
Experience world-class artists in the open-air ambiance of an iconic lakeside venue
Iceman Cometh Challenge
One of the country's most celebrated mountain bike races cuts through the forests of northern Michigan from Kalkaska to Traverse City.
Traverse City Beer Week
A self-guided passport through Traverse City's best microbreweries — tastings, specialty dinners, and a craft beer scene worth exploring.
Leelanau Peninsula Harvest Days
A month-long autumn celebration across the Leelanau Peninsula wine trail with harvest tastings.
Black Star Farms Wagon Rides
Settle in for a guided wagon ride through the stunning 160-acre Black Star Farms estate.
TC Restaurant Week
Traverse City's best restaurants offer special menus for one week every February — an ideal excuse to explore the culinary scene when the pace is slower and the tables easier to get.
Ice Wine Festival
Building on 30+ years of ice wine-making and hospitality expertise, Chateau Chantal hosts its annual Ice Wine Festival on the final Saturday in January.
North American VASA
A beloved festival of cross-country ski races held since 1977, with distances ranging from 3.5 to 31 miles — open to all skill levels. This winter tradition draws competitors from across the continent.
Cherry T Ball Drop
Downtown Traverse City rings in the new year with its own signature celebration — lights, crowds, and the iconic cherry drop. A festive, small-city New Year's Eve that feels just right.
Bayshore Marathon
A scenic race along the shores of Grand Traverse Bay — one of the most beautiful marathon routes in the Midwest. Offers full marathon, half marathon, and 10K options.
TC Curling Club, Cherry Bombspiel
TC Curling Club is 10 minutes from Lakemore, and each April they host an annual curling tournament, attracting teams from all over the world.
Downtown Art Walk Series
A recurring celebration of local artists and creative makers in the heart of downtown Traverse City. Galleries open late, street art activates the sidewalks, and the whole district comes alive for an evening.
Fresh Coast Film Festival
An independent film festival rooted in the culture and natural beauty of the Great Lakes region. Thoughtfully curated screenings, filmmaker conversations, and a community atmosphere that makes every showing feel like an event.
Plan Your Visit
Book Around an Event
Lakemore puts you minutes from it all. Choose your dates and let the season do the rest.