Charlevoix vacation rentals allow visitors to easily take in the special events held in the area. It is one of Michigan's major cultural centers. Charlevoix has a number of museums, art galleries and fine art stores. A number of concerts and other cultural events are held every year. Of particular interest are several art festivals. If these types of events appeal to you, this is a place to consider visiting. Here are some events near Charlevoix vacation homes.
Charlevoix Venetian Festival
This fun festival held in mid-July offers a boat parade and live entertainment. It is fun for people of all ages. One of the best things about the festival is that it's free. Highlights include a candlelight boat parade as well as a street parade. Fireworks are set off on 2 nights of the festival, creating an impressive display. In East Park, various bands play live, offering a good variety of music. A Battle of the Bands contest keeps teenagers amused. Various sports activities are offered for kids throughout the festival.
Waterfront Art Fair
This mid-August fair gives you an opportunity to experience the local art. The setup along the waterfront makes the festival a pleasant event to attend. Artists from other areas of the country often showcase their artwork here. Art critics have praised the fair for the variety of artwork that it showcases. If you're a serious art collector, you'll want to consider stopping by this fair.
Charlevoix Octoberfest
This fun festival, actually held in late September, offers a unique mixture of German heritage and family fun. Take part in a tug-of-war, or try your hand at the keg roll. Food fans will be interested in the brat-eating contest and the pretzel toss. Live music is played, with dancing from the Edelweiss dancers. If you're a dacshund owner, you'll want to check out the costumed dacshund parade and the weiner races. Children have fun activities of their own, including rides and face painting.
Apple Festival
The Apple Festival pays homage to Michigan's favorite crop. Local apple farmers provide over 30 delicious apple varieties to sample. You'll also get to try fresh cider as well as fresh food items. Kids have access to a petting zoo with their favorite animals and pony rides. There's also an arts and crafts display for the art lovers.
Flurry Fest/Charlevoix Merchant Open House
The event is a unique combination of a Christmas season event and an open house for area merchants. Live music is played all day, with hot chocolate and roasted chestnuts for everyone. The various merchants make special offers available to customers during the event. The festival provides a perfect atmosphere for your Christmas shopping. A free movie for kids is offered at the local theater, and you simply have to donate an item for the food pantry to enter.
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