Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Trick or Treating in Glen Arbor
2019-10-27 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Enjoy some autumn family fun and come out to Glen Arbor for daytime Trick or Treating the Sunday before Halloween, October 27th 2019. (This year, Halloween falls on a Thursday Oct 31st, 2019).
Dress in costume and invite your friends, family and neighbors to Trick or Treat at participating businesses from 12-4pm. Free to attend, Open to the public.
Enjoy peak fall color, shop and dine local retailers. This well attended, walkable event that goes as long as the treats last!
Bring non-perishable goods to give to the local food bank ~ trailer to accept goods located outside of Art’s Tavern.
Take photos, tag and share yours on social media…#glenarbor #trickortreat

>> Browse our local Business Directory, search by category.
>> Get “Special Offers & Rates” on places to stay in the Glen Arbor area!

Just Great Art Exhibit and Sale
2019-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
The Plein Air Painters of Northwest Michigan Just Great Art Exhibit and Sale will be held at the City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Exhibit will be open Monday thru Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fifteen artists will be over 100 pieces of art on display.
The opening reception is Thursday, 7 November from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free.

Small Works: Art opening reception
2019-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center celebrates the holidays with Small Works, an exhibition of original art that opens Friday, November 15th. This holiday show features art work 12” x 12” and smaller, all priced at $150 or less. A 6 pm reception launches the show.

Small Works continues through December 18. The Glen Arbor Arts Center is located at 6031 S. Lake Street. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org

PJ Party
2019-11-29 06:30 - 09:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Participating retailers in Glen Arbor offer “once a year worthy specials” during this annually anticipated “better than black Friday” shopping experience.
Businesses open early to offer specials to shoppers from 6:30-9am. Come dressed festive and cozy to shop local. Plan to stay in town to grab a bite to eat and drink too!

Participating businesses* include:

•Bay Wear
•Cherry Republic

•Coastal
•Cottage Book Shop
•Forest Gallery

•Glen Arbor Wines
•Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.
•M22 Glen Arbor
•Northwoods Hardware
•Northwoods Home & Gift

•The Sportsman Shop

*not limited to, confirmed businesses listed here

Event on Facebook

Glen Arbor Bed Parade
2019-11-29 09:00 - 09:30 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
In its third year, the quirky “Glen Arbor Bed Parade” brings another fun thing to Glen Arbor for Thanksgiving weekend. Join the new Black Friday tradition, sponsored by Becky Thatcher Designs. Open to anyone and everyone to cheer from the curb or roll down Western Avenue.
Want to participate?
Haul that creatively decorated bed on wheels to Sylvan Inn’s parking at 9:00 Friday and join the parade. Your support team to push would be good, too. Event begins at 9am and ends by 9:30am at Art’s Tavern.

Prior to the parade, some wake up early dressed festive and cozy to shop the deals of the year during the Glen Arbor PJ Party from 6:30-9am. Following the Bed Parade, many plan to dine at local eateries in and around Glen Arbor.

Questions? Contact Organizers/Sponsors: Becky and Cookie Thatcher. Email: becky@beckythatcherdesigns.com or 314-422-5252
> Event on Facebook

Holiday Marketplace Opening
2019-11-29 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Tree Lighting & Caroling at 6:15pm
Bring your Holiday spirit and join the local community outside the Glen Arbor Town Hall for Christmas Caroling and a ceremonial Tree lighting.
This year, Carols will be lead by members of the Glen Lake Church worship team.
Photo by Raquel Jackson ® for the Glen Lake Chamber
Shopping from 6:30-8pm
Warm up inside the Town Hall following the caroling & tree lighting and be the first to shop the Holiday Marketplace featuring an amazing breadth of handcrafted, locally made goods from 30+ Artisans. Cider and Doughnuts provided by Art’s Tavern.
Photo by Raquel Jackson ® for the Glen Lake Chamber

Open to the public. No admission fee.
>> Event on Facebook

> Don’t Miss the Holiday Marketplace on Saturday, Nov 30th and bring the kids to meet Santa!

Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace 2019
2019-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Shop an amazing breadth of handcrafted, locally made goods from 30+ Artisans during the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace.

Also featuring a variety of beautiful Holiday Greenery for sale!!!

Meet Santa from 11am-1:30pm. They will be at the Glen Arbor Holiday Market with some little toys and goodies! Bring the kids and your own camera for some great photo opportunities and fun.
Open to the public. No admission fee.

Photos by Rockwell Art & Design ® for the Glen Lake Chamber
Questions?
Artisans/Vendors may contact Patricia, our event organizer, at: patricia@glenarborbnb.com / 847.570.4891
>> Event on Facebook

> Don’t Miss the Holiday Marketplace Opening the day before, Friday Nov. 29th with Tree Lighting and Caroling from 6:15-8pm at the Glen Arbor Town Hall.

Grand Traverse Lighthouse: Old Fashioned Christmas
2019-12-01 10:00 - 2019-12-07 16:00 | Grand Traverse Lighthouse, 15500 Lighthouse Point Rd, Northport, MI, 49670
Celebrate Grand Traverse Lighthouse heritage at Christmastime!
Each room in the lighthouse will be Christmas themed, portraying the traditional time period (from 1858-1880) and showcasing the keeper heritages. There will be story telling of our only female lighthouse keeper. There will be an actor in period costume retelling the Christmas story of the keeper families. Some of the heritages showcased will be from Germany, Denmark, England, and Ireland. In addition, learn about the history of the Christmas Tree ship Rouse Simmons, that sank in Lake Michigan in 1912.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park
Dec. 1st – 7th, 2019 from 10 am – 4 pm
$5 per person admittance to lighthouse. A Recreation Passport is required for State Park entry.
231-386-7195
info@grandtraverselighthouse.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/495615344612703/

GAAC: Holiday Open House
2019-12-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center will host a “Glen Arbor Holiday Open House” on Thursday, December 5th from 4-6pm.
You’re invited to shop for a 100 works of local art for sale under $150. Enjoy holiday music with a hand bell choir, create family crafts, and savor food and drinks!

Shop & Sweets Sunday
2019-12-15 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Sunday, December 15th, 2019
A family friendly shopping event in Glen Arbor, open all day during business hours where you can shop, celebrate the holidays, and treat the kids too! Children are invited to “find a sweet treat” at each participating business location, plus discover additional activities offered, like: cookie decorating, gingerbread houses, and special refreshments like hot cocoa stations, and more!

Visit these participating businesses:
Art’s Tavern
Cherry Republic
Coastal
Cottage Book Shop
Forest Gallery
Glen Arbor Wines
Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.
M22 Glen Arbor
The Sportsman Shop

> Facebook Event

Miracle Mile Ugly Sweater Dash 2019
2019-12-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Miracle Mile Ugly Sweater Dash, December 21, 11 a.m.
Join Cherry Republic for its second annual Ugly Sweater Dash the Saturday before Christmas. Participants will take off in front of the Cherry Public House on Lake Street and then run, walk or stroller-ride one mile, ending up back at the Public House for a pint of beer or a mug of hot cocoa.
Start Time: 11 a.m.; Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. $20 Adults | $10 Kids (12 and under)
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Finishers
One form must be submitted for each participant. Entry fees are paid during registration at Cherry Republic on day of the event. Required waivers will need to be signed during check in on the day of the event.
Sign Up Form online, via Google Forms.

Ranger-led Snowshoe Hikes
2020-01-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-01-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-01-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-02-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-02-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-02-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-02-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-02-29 13:00 - 15:00 and 2 more dates | Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, 9922 W Front St, Empire, MI, 49630
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is planning something new this winter for their free ranger-led snowshoe hikes! Whether you are an experienced snowshoer or have never tried snowshoeing, the National Lakeshore invites you to join a ranger-led snowshoe hike to explore the park.
There will be two hikes each Saturday, one for beginners called the “Snowshoe Saunter” and one for more experienced snowshoe hikers called the “Snowshoe Trek.” Each hike starts at 1:00 p.m. with an introduction at the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire. These Saturday snowshoe hikes begin on January 4 and continue each Saturday through March 14. Reservations are required. Please call 231-326-4700, extension 5010, for details and to make reservations. When making your reservation, be sure to specify if you would like to join the “Snowshoe Saunter” or “Snowshoe Trek.”
If there is not enough snow, winter hikes will be offered. Snowshoes will be loaned at no charge to participants that do not have their own. The National Lakeshore has traditional and modern snowshoes available. These hikes are free, but participants do need a park entrance pass or have an annual pass to join in the fun. Reservations are required whether participants borrow snowshoes from the National Lakeshore or have their own. To cancel a reservation, please call the National Lakeshore so visitors on the waiting list can be contacted to participate in the hike. Snowshoe hikes are fun for all ages. Inside the visitor center, rangers will first provide an introduction and basic snowshoeing instructions, and then everyone will travel by car to the trailhead or area of the National Lakeshore pre-selected for that day.
Once there, the ranger will help participants learn about the park’s unique features and winter’s effect on them by exploring and discovering clues on site. Be prepared and plan to be outside for about two hours. Dress in layers and wear waterproof boots to be most comfortable. Not only is snowshoeing easy, fun, and good exercise, it is also an activity that can be enjoyed by all ages. The ranger-led hikes are mildly strenuous, yet they proceed at a leisurely pace for one and a half miles at the most.
The “Snowshoe Saunter” will allow for more time to put on the snowshoes and to practice using them, and will go at a slow pace with multiple stops along the way. It will be a leisurely exploration through the National Lakeshore’s cool spots.
The “Snowshoe Trek” will be slightly faster-paced and the terrain might be a little more rugged. There will still be interpretive stops along the hike to discover the park’s resources. Both of these hikes will involve exploration and adventure.

Glen Lake Winterfest 2020
2020-02-15 07:00 - 15:00 | MI
Join us for the annual Glen Lake Winterfest, Presidents Day Weekend: Saturday, February 15th, 2020! Festivities include a Perch Fishing/Contest + Chili Cook-Off.
This annually anticipated, mid-winter event in Glen Arbor is a favorite to visitors and locals alike. Proceeds from this event are given to the Glen Lake Schools Scholarship Fund. This is a family friendly event, just be sure to dress for the weather! If you’d like to participate, the entry fee is $25 per chili. Winners will be crowned as the event wraps up around 3pm. Admission to the chili cook-off is $10 per person, which includes unlimited chili samples. $5 for Kids ages 6-12 and Seniors 70+, Kids under 6 are free.
Participants are asked to submit entry forms by Friday, February 7th. Thank you!
Perch Fishing Contest
Festivities start at 7am with the beginning of the Perch Fishing Contest, with prizes for 1st through 4th place catches. All participants will bring their biggest catches from Big and Little Glen Lake to the Sportsman Shop at 1pm, and winners will then be crowned. Entry fee for this event is $20, and all ages are welcome.
DOWNLOAD: Perch Fishing Contest Entry Form.pdf

Chili Cook-off
Organized by Administered by Glen Lake Schools, the Chili Cook-off, kicks off at 12 Noon, hosted at Boonedocks in Glen Arbor. Entrants will compete to earn chili bragging rights. 1st through 5th Place winners, as determined by popular vote, receive a plaque commemorating the Chili Cook-off. Get there early for a seat inside Boonedocks. Dress for the weather and enjoy this long-time tradition with neighbors. drinks, music and chili!
DOWNLOAD: Chili Cook-Off Entry Form + Rules.pdf

There’s only one category: CHILI ! – however you define it!
Facebook
RSVP, stay updated and Invite your friends and family via our Event on Facebook.
Sponsors
This is community event generously organized and funded by:
Art’s Tavern
Boonedocks Glen Arbor
The Sportsman Shop

RESULTS

Thanks to ALL who participated! What A Fun Day! We appreciate your delicious efforts. The 2020 Winterfest Chili Cook-Off bragging rights go to the following:

1. Crystal River Outfitters

2. Plevas

3. Jeff Rose Stout

4. Shipwreck Café

5. Boonedocks

Perch Fishing Contest results:

1st place – Sam Shimek – 14″

2nd place – Robbie Dezelski – 13 5/8″
3rd place – Nick Rice – 13 5/8″
4th place – Matt Rice – 13 5/8″

Contact info@visitglenarbor.com for comments or questions. Marketing for this event by Rockwell Art & Design.

25th Glen Lake Labor Day Bridge Walk
2020-02-17 08:00 - 17:00 | The Narrows Bridge, 8137 S Glen Lake Rd, Glen Arbor
EMPIRE AREA COMMUNITY CENTER
25th Annual Glen Lake Labor Day Bridge Walk
A tradition that began here in 1995, join the community on The Narrows Bridge for a .3 mile walk – “for one and for all!” at NOON on Monday, Sept. 7th, 2020. Certificates will be given upon completion of the bridge walk. T-shirts will be available and refreshments too! Meet at the north side of the Narrows bridge — 8137 S. Glen Lake Road.

Information: Jo Anne jbeareyogi@hotmail.com and 231-631-4316

CANCELLED: NMC Concert Band performs Patriotic Music
2020-07-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Old School Lawn, Glen Arbor, MI, 49684, United States
Due to the corona virus and social distancing restrictions, this event has been cancelled.
Manitou Music kicks off another season of outdoor concerts on Wednesday, July 1 with an evening of patriotic music performed by the NMC Concert Band. This free, family-friendly concert will be held at the Old School House lawn, 6363 W. Western Ave., Glen Arbor, at 7 pm. Bring a lawn chair and arrive early to find a seat.

4th of July Parade - CANCELLED
2020-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Due to the corona virus and social distancing restrictions, this event is cancelled. Look for a virtual parade on social media.

4th of July Parade in Glen Arbor
Head on down to Glen Arbor and shop/dine – most places are open for at least half the day for visitors. Grab a spot and enjoy the big 4th of July Parade downtown Glen Arbor, beginning at 12pm. The parade leaves from Glen Haven making its way through to the North/East end of town. This year’s parade Marshal is _TBD_.
Participate…
Everyone is welcome and “anything goes!”
Want to participate in the parade? Cyclists (kids and families) and Walkers can join in the parade starting at the Christian Science Church. Cars and Floats participating in the parade, please meet at Glen Haven to line up 45 min prior to the parade start time. The parade begins at Noon.
Want a front row seat? Volunteer! We always need as many parade volunteers as possible. Bring your own broom to help walk with the parade and sweep the candy back towards the crowd, to keep kids off the street and safe.
Enjoy the area…
Most shops and restaurants are open part of the day for you! Please make sure to come to town early to park and enjoy shopping the lovely retailers and art galleries. Whether you’ll end up back where you’re staying or head back home, there’s a beach or lake or trail for you to enjoy some outdoor recreation the remainder of the holiday.
If you’re a boater, you can join in on the boat parade 4th of July evening on the Glen Lake beginning at 4pm in front of the Yacht Club.
More to celebrate on the 4th…
>>Flag Raising Ceremony | Old Settlers Park @ 10am
>>Boat Parade | On the Glen Lakes @4pm
>>Pancake Breakfast | Sunday, July 5th 8am -12pm at the Town Hall

Parade photos courtesy of Raquel Jackson
#4thofJuly #glenarbor #parade #thingstodo #summertime #glenlake

CANCELLED: Manitou Music: Dune Climb Concert
2020-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Dune Climb, 6478 S. Dune Highway, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Due to the coronavirus, this concert has been cancelled but please check the GAAC’s Facebook page for pop up music events and more updates on their website: https://glenarborart.org/events-page/music-and-concerts/

Igor and the Red Elvises bring Siberian surf rock to the annual Manitou Music Dune Climb Concert. This concert is free but a Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore pass is required for entry into the Dune Climb.
Lead Elvis Igor Yuzov grew up in the former Soviet Union, where folk music was the norm and rock ’n roll was illegal. A rebellious streak, however, led him to seek out the forbidden music. In 1995, Yuzov dreamed that Elvis Presley came to him and told him to start playing rock ’n roll and the Red Elvises were born. Evolving over the years, Yuzov’s music contains humorous lyrics and grooves that forces his audience to dance.
Manitou Music is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. For more information, please call 231/334-6112

Glen Arbor Art Fair - CANCELLED
2020-07-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Due to social distancing restrictions and public safety, the Glen Lake Women’s Club Art Fair has been cancelled for this year.

49th Annual Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair
Wednesday, July 15th, 2020 from 10 am – 4 pm, outside at the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair hosts 100 artists carefully selected to represent up-north, one-of-a kind art pieces for sale at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. The juried Art Fair features pottery, painting, textiles, woodworking, and jewelry, as well as face painting, a raffle, and a bake sale. Lunch is available for purchase on site including the popular walking tacos and cherry chicken salad. Admission is free.
Each year, thousands of people shop for that unique piece of art, either for themselves or for a special gift.
All proceeds support the Glen Lake student scholarship program.

Free Admission, Open to the Public | No smoking and No pets allowed on the premises.
For registration or application info/submission, please contact: Janice Freeman at (231)334-3428 and glwcartfair@gmail.com

Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival - CANCELLED
2020-10-24 12:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Township Park, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival
NOTICE: this event has been cancelled due to covid with the plan to resume in 2021
Saturday, October 24th, 2020 | 12 – 3pm
A fun, family friendly celebration of fall, the 4th Saturday in October. Held outdoors at the Glen Arbor Township Park, located at the corner of M-22 & State Street with a rain location at the Glen Arbor Town Hall.
The event takes place from 12 – 3pm and includes festive activities take for kids of all ages include games, a pie eating contest, halloween costume contest, cake walk, crafts and of course…pumpkin carving! There will be live music and refreshments/food available for purchase. Pumpkins will be put on display and lit at 6pm, for all to enjoy. Participants may return Saturday evening or early on Sunday to pickup their pumpkins. Open to the public. Entry: $5 suggested donation
Like, Follow & Share the Event on Facebook
Festive Schedule
12 – 3pm | Activities & Games, Pie Eating Contest, Pumpkin Carving, Games & Crafts and a Cake Walk.
Musical entertainment will be performed by __TBD__
12:30pm | Costume Parade ~ open to kids of all ages with prizes awarded for a variety of categories.
In addition, there will be Face Painting offered by The Painted Lady Face Art and carving demonstrations by Lord of the Gourd. Food for purchase provided by Art’s Tavern will include Cider, Donuts, Hot Dogs & Chili.
The event will wrap up by 3pm.
6pm | Pumpkins will be put on display and lit at 6pm, for all to enjoy.
Volunteers & Sponsors
MAJOR SPONSORS:

SPONSORS:
TBD

More
>> Trick or Treating in Glen Arbor will be held this year on Sunday, Oct. 25th
>> Browse our local Business Directory, find listings by category.
>> Get “Special Offers & Rates” on places to stay.

Event design, marketing and photography by Rockwell Art & Design for the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce.

CANCELLED: Trick or Treat Glen Arbor
2020-10-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
NOTICE: For the safety of businesses and participants, Trick or Treating downtown Glen Arbor is cancelled for this year with the hope of resuming next year.

Chili Cook-off
2021-02-13 | MI, United States
This year’s Glen Lake Winter Fest has been revamped in light of the event’s popularity and social distancing/covid-19 precautions. The Chili Cook-off fundraiser will take place at locations in both Glen Arbor & Empire, President’s Day/Valentine weekend: February 13th & 14th, 2021.

There will be no “contest” this year, just enjoy Chili for sale at the following locations, order by the bowl or Quart to-go:

locations for this year’s Chili Cook-Off include:

Boonedocks, Glen Arbor
Art’s Tavern, Glen Arbor
Glen Arbor Wines, Glen Arbor
Market 22, Maple City
Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor
Anderson’s Market, Glen Arbor
Shipwreck Cafe, Empire
Joe’s Friendly Tavern, Empire

NOTE: Each restaurant/location participating will have Chili for sale Saturday and/or Sunday, during their own business hours.
All of the proceeds and donations made from WinterFest are all given to the Glen Lake School Scholarship fund. A donation box may be available at each restaurant to accept cash or a check. For your safety and convenience, you can make a contribution to the Scholarship fund, online here: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/13983

Please note that the Perch Fishing Contest is moved to the following weekend, Sat. Feb. 20th. Click for details.
