Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Thanksgiving Day Church Service
2025-11-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Detroit) | MI
The community is invited to come together for an inspirational Thanksgiving Day Service at 10am on Nov. 27, 2025 at First Church of Christ, Scientist, 6753 W. Harbor Hwy (M-109) in Glen Arbor. It includes the reading of the Thanksgiving Proclamation of the President of the United States, or the Governor of the state, or both. Also hymns, prayers, vocal solo, a short sermon, expressions of gratitude by the congregation, and testimonies of healing by Christian Scientists, appropriate for the occasion. All are welcome

Bed Parade 2025
2025-11-28 09:00 - 09:30 | MI
The fun and quirky Bed Parade rolls back into town the day after Thanksgiving — one of Glen Arbor’s many holiday traditions. You’re invited to watch the spectacle from the curb and cheer on participants as they roll their festively decorated beds on wheels down Western Avenue — or join in the fun by bringing your own creatively adorned bed!
Want to participate?Rally your crew and haul your creativity to town for a 9am parade start on Friday, November 28, 2025. The parade will begin near the Pine Cone and wrap up by the Post Office and Art’s Tavern. Afterward, warm up and celebrate with a post-parade treat from Leelanau Coffee Roasters or Art’s Tavern, both open for breakfast.
This event is open to everyone. No registration required.Sponsored by Becky Thatcher Designs. Questions? Contact Michael Lyons at (630) 776-0036 or michaell@worthathousandwords.com

Glen Lake Library Community Blood Drive
2025-11-28 11:00 - 15:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Celebrate the Holiday of Hope by donating blood in the Program Room of the Glen Lake Library. Appointments are preferred. To set up an appointment call 866.642.5653 or visit: versiti.org/mi. Walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows. As a thank you, all attempting donors with a valid email will receive a $25 e-gift card.

Tree Lighting, Caroling + Marketplace Preview Party
2025-11-28 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Kick off the holiday season in Glen Arbor with an evening of small-town charm and cheer! Gather outside the Town Hall at 6:15pm for the Tree Lighting and joyous Community Caroling, led by Glen Lake Church.
Then, step inside for the Holiday Market Preview Party from 6:30–8pm, where you’ll be among the first to shop an amazing selection of gifts and goods from 25+ local artists and makers. Enjoy a heartwarming start to the holiday season in Glen Arbor!

There’s more to enjoy, shop the Holiday Marketplace on Saturday from 10am-3pm. During the Market, families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Learn More.

Trivia Night!
2025-11-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-21 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-28 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-18 17:00 - 19:00 and 14 more dates | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the trivia champ? Join us every Sunday evening at Cherry Public House for a brain-boosting good time with Trivia Night, hosted by the legendary Quizmaster Whoot! 🍻
🧠 Test your knowledge across pop culture, history, music, and more
🍔 Enjoy delicious food and drink specials all evening
🏆 Prizes for top teams – bring your A-game!
Grab your smartest friends, snag a table, and settle in for two hours of laughs, surprises, and fierce-but-friendly competition. Walk-ins welcome — fun guaranteed!

Michigan Beer - a Heady History
2025-12-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Come learn about the rich and tasty legacy of Michigan beer in this virtual lecture by author Patti F. Smith. She’ll highlight the history of our state’s brewers, from the pioneers through Prohibition and post-WWII. Learn how immigrants brought distinctive beer styles from their home countries, as well as about early Detroit brewers, brewing consolidation after the war, and how the industry continues to evolve. The lecture is part of the ongoing History Hounds series, presented by the Historical Society of Michigan.

Ugly Sweater Bingo Chamber Connect
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Please join the local community for a festive Chamber Connect event! We will mingle on December 17th at Glen Arbor Town Hall for Ugly Sweater Bingo. Doors open at 6 pm. Bingo starts at 6:30 pm.

BYO food and drink for the potluck table.

There will also be a food donation box and a Toys for Tots donation box.
