Red, White & Boyne: Your Ultimate 4th of July Base Camp
Nothing beats a Fourth of July Up North! From Traverse City to Harbor Springs, Michigan's northern towns throw unforgettable Independence Day celebrations with lake views, hometown parades, and that special northern Michigan hospitality. Discover all the local festivities that make our corner of Michigan shine.
An Up North Fourth
The Fourth of July hits different Up North. Our communities deliver Independence Day celebrations like nowhere else. From fireworks reflecting off lake waters, main street parades, and community events, where that famous Up North friendliness shines brightest.
Mountain Escape Mode
Ditch the daily grind and dive into Boyne Mountain bliss. Hit the trails by foot or bike, zipline through the canopy, perfect your swing on championship golf courses, and take in views from SkyBridge Michigan.
two young people hiking along a sand dune with grass at the top and in the foreground
Explore the Area
Boyne Mountain is your perfect home base for discovering hidden gem shops, restaurants, and Instagram-worthy views everyone is talking about. Your northern Michigan adventure starts here.
Fourth of July Weekend Schedule
- All Day: National Cherry Festival | Traverse City | See Events
- 10am-5pm: 50th Annual Waterside Art & Craft Fair | Downtown Boyne City
- 11am: Weiner Dog Races | Jean Jardine Park, Harbor Springs
- 6-9pm: Boyne City’s Stroll the Streets | Downtown Boyne City
- 8-11pm: Steel Drum Band & Fireworks | Bay Habor
- All Day: National Cherry Festival | Traverse City | See Events
- 7:30am: 49th Annual Independence Day Run | Peninsula Park, Boyne City | Register Here
- 8am: Paul Revere 5K & 10 Mile Run | Downtown Harbor Springs | Register Here
- 8am-Noon: Elk Rapids Farmer's Market | Downtown Elk Rapids
- 8:30am-1pm: Downtown Petoskey Farmer's Market
- 9am-4pm: 49th Annual 4th of July Art Show | Zorn Park, Harbor Springs
- 10am: The Grand Parade | Downtown Boyne City
- 10am-5pm: 50th Annual Waterside Art & Craft Fair | Downtown Boyne City
- 11am: Bay Habor 4th of July Parade | Bay Harbor Village
- 1pm: 4th of July Parade | Downtown Harbor Springs
- 2pm: Boyne Area Chamber's 37th Annual Duck Race | Downtown Boyne City
- 2:30-3pm: Jerry Froats Commemorative Raft Race | Downtown Boyne City
- 3-7pm: Live Music in Veteran's Memorial Park | Downtown Boyne City
- 6pm: 4th of July Parade | Downtown Petoskey
- 6-8pm: Ladies' Climbing Meetup | ELEV8, Traverse City
- 7-10pm: Live Music at the Waterfront | Downtown Petoskey
- 10:30pm: Grand Fireworks Show | Downtown Boyne City
- 10:30pm: Brilliance Over the Bay Fireworks Show | Petoskey Waterfront
- 10:30pm: 4th of July Fireworks Show | West Grand Traverse Bay
- 11pm: $2 Movie | The Lyric Theater, Harbor Springs
- All Day: Petoskey Antiques Show | Emmet County Fairgorunds
- All Day: National Cherry Festival | Traverse City | See Events
- 7am-Noon: Sarah Hardy Downtown Farmer's Market | Traverse City
- 9am: North Country Trail Group Hike | Trailhead 6, Levering | Details
- 9am-1pm: Harbor Springs Farmers Market | Downtown Harbor Springs
- 9am-1pm: Old Town Emmet Farm Market | Petoskey
- 10am-5pm: 6th Annual Loon Days at Walloon Art & Craft Show | Village Green Park, Walloon Lake
- 6-9:30pm: The Series Presents: The Accidentals | Lavender Hill Farm
- 8-9:30pm: Lonestar | Great Lakes Center for the Arts | Get Tickets
- All Day: Petoskey Antiques Show | Emmet County Fairgorunds
- 10am-5pm: 6th Annual Loon Days at Walloon Art & Craft Show | Village Green Park, Walloon Lake
- Noon-4pm: Artist Market | Walloon Lake Winery
- 4-6pm: Sunday Music in the Park | Downtown Harbor Springs
- 4-7pm: Bay View Association's 150th Jubilee Picnic | Bay View | Buy Tickets before June 20
- 6-9:30pm: The Series Presents: The Accidentals | Lavender Hill Farm
Stay Here, Explore Everywhere
Wake up on the mountain, then hit the local scene. Easy access to Boyne City's waterfront festivities, Downtown Petoskey's historic charm, and all the lakeside fun you can handle from here and beyond.
Boyne Mountain is BACK as an official Fourth of July fireworks sponsor, bringing the thunder to Boyne City's biggest celebration of the year! Because when it comes to lighting up the night sky with pure American awesomeness, we don't mess around.
