Season: Summer Events

We're teaming up with the Little Traverse Bay Humane Society for a week-long celebration of all things dog! Pop in for games, tail-wagging fun, and donation opportunities that help support our furry friends. Stop by on Friday, August 22 to meet an adoptable dog from the Humane Society. Who knows,...
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Get ready to slice into something special! Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts is excited to announce its inaugural Zucchini Bread Bake-Off, taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in downtown Petoskey. Bakers of all ages and skill levels are invited to enter and show off their most delicious creations in ...
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Be the first to experience Jenna Kator’s new autumn handbag collection during this exclusive in-store event. On Saturday, July 19, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, meet Michigan designer Jenna Kator in person and shop her latest designs before they officially launch. We're also thrilled to announce that J...
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Join us on Thursday, July 17 at 3 PM for a magical afternoon at Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts. Award-winning author Denise Brennan-Nelson will be in store to sign copies of her beloved children’s book Tallulah: The Great Lakes Mermaid. This enchanting story brings Michigan’s freshwater folklore to ...
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This community event will run from July 19 to August 16. Movies will start at around 9:30 pm (at dark). A big thank you to our sponsors who make this event happen: Bearcub Outfitters, Northgoods, Murdick's, Great Lakes Orthodontics, Musik Haus, Meyer Ace Hardware, Wolverine Cabinet Co, Petoskey Dist...
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Our collaborative concert series with Blissfest will take place on Friday nights from July 19 to August 16, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. Blissfest Music Organization and Downtown Petoskey bring you Sounds of Summer to enjoy live tunes in Pennsylvania Park! Beginning at 7 pm these free concerts will ge...
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All Petoskey Art Walk activities are FREE and open to the public. Tickets are not required. On Thursday, August 31st, from 6 - 8 PM, participating establishments will welcome you with appetizers, desserts, and refreshments to enjoy as you tour some of Downtown Petoskey's most creative shops and g...
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Supported by Beards Brewery Celebrating 10 Years of Craft Through Community Check the schedule below that includes activities for the entire family. Check back often for more details! Friday, August 19, 2022 All Day Long: Search for the Summer Sunset Contest begins!  Search Downtown retailer...
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Downtown Petoskey Sidewalk Sales start on Friday, July 25th, from 9 am - 6 pm. They continue on Saturday, July 26th, from 9 am - 6 pm. Grandpa Shorter's Gifts will be open early on July 25th, with hours 8 AM - 6 PM t’s the biggest shopping event of the summer! From Friday, July 25 through S...
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The Petoskey Steel Drum Band brings their unique sound to the following events in Michigan this summer. This group of about 40 students performs a blend of Caribbean steel drum music with contemporary tunes. The combination of exciting rhythms and vocals captivates audiences and creates a refreshing...
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