As summer reaches its peak, Michigan's Upper Peninsula is set to host a variety of entertaining events from Thursday, July 17, to Monday, July 21, 2025. Visitors and residents in and around Marquette, Sault Ste. Marie, Escanaba, Menominee, Houghton, Iron Mountain, Ishpeming, Kingsford, Gladstone, and Ironwood will have a lot of activities to choose from.
Here is a breakdown of the key events, sorted by date and location:
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Gladstone:
City of Gladstone Summer Concert Series: Enjoy live music at the Gladstone Beach House in Van Cleve Park. This free event is a perfect way to spend a summer evening by the water.
Houghton:
Friends of Trestle Park Free Concert: Head to Trestle Park for an evening of free, live music in a scenic setting.
Iron Mountain:
Out to Lunch Concert: The Downtown Iron Mountain Out to Lunch concert series continues with a performance by country band 141 North. The music runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Ishpeming:
Summer Concert Series at Old Ish Park: Take in a free concert at the iconic Old Ish Park in the heart of Ishpeming.
Menominee:
Menominee County Fair: Kicking off on Thursday and running through Sunday, the Menominee County Fair promises a weekend full of family-friendly entertainment, including livestock exhibits, carnival rides, grandstand shows, and classic fair food.
Sault Ste. Marie:
Obstacle Course Days: From Thursday to Sunday, head to the Sault Downtown Plaza for some active fun on an epic timed obstacle course with prizes for various age groups.
Friday, July 18, 2025
Ironwood:
Festival Ironwood: This multi-day festival continues with a full schedule of events, including live music, food vendors, a car show, and various family-friendly activities at the Historic Ironwood Depot Park.
Menominee:
Menominee County Fair: The fair continues with a full day of activities.
Sault Ste. Marie:
Obstacle Course Days: The downtown obstacle course challenge continues.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Ironwood:
Festival Ironwood: The festival wraps up with its final day of events, offering a last chance to experience the fun.
Menominee:
Menominee County Fair: Enjoy the third day of the county fair.
Sault Ste. Marie:
102nd Annual Rotary Community Day Parade: A longstanding tradition, this parade will feature floats, community groups, and more, celebrating the spirit of Sault Ste. Marie.
Obstacle Course Days: The downtown obstacle course fun continues.
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Menominee:
Menominee County Fair: The final day of the fair offers a last opportunity to enjoy the rides, food, and exhibits.
Sault Ste. Marie:
Obstacle Course Days: Last day for the downtown obstacle course.
Monday, July 21, 2025
While no major festivals are scheduled for this date, it's an excellent opportunity to explore the natural beauty and local attractions that the Upper Peninsula has to offer in cities like Marquette, Escanaba, and Kingsford, which have a quieter event calendar during this specific timeframe.
Travelers and locals are encouraged to check local community calendars and event websites for any last-minute additions or changes to the schedules.
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