Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Halloween Movie "The Witches"
2022-10-29 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
On Saturday, October 29, join us for a matinee screening of the wonderful 1989 film The Witches, inspired by the classic Roald Dahl novel – complete with cider and doughnuts!

Trick or Treating 2022
2022-10-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Enjoy some family fun and come to Glen Arbor for daytime Trick or Treating in the business district. This year, it will take place on Sunday, October 30th from 12-3pm (or until the treats run out!) Dress in costume and invite your friends, family and neighbors to Trick or Treat at participating open businesses. Open to the public, Free to attend. We encourage you to “shop small and eat local,” too.

Plus, bring your non-perishable panty and household goods for the local food bank. Donate your items in the trailer parked outside of Art’s Tavern.

Take photos, tag and share yours on social media with #glenarbortrickortreat

Yen Yoga at Nature
2022-11-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-11-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-11-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-11-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-11-30 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-12-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-12-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-12-21 17:30 - 18:30 and 8 more dates | Nature, 2988 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Join us in an inspiring space for a community yoga class, held weekly on Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm. Hosted at Nature in Maple City by Yen Yoga & Fitness.
This ia an all-level yoga flow class. Please bring your own yoga mat and practice social distancing.
Sign up to participate is required at yenyogafitness.com You may sign up online up to 8 days in advance, or feel free to call us at 231-421-5496

PJ Party "Better than Black Friday" Shopping
2022-11-25 07:00 - 09:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for this fun #shopsmall event Thanksgiving weekend, on Friday, November 25th, 2022. The PJ Party is an annual tradition in the Glen Arbor business district, where you are invited to wear your pajamas and come out for special sales and offers with participating local merchants for a “Better than Black Friday” shopping experience. Select businesses open early, this year from 7-9am* to feature specials and sales only offered during this time.
Afterward, watch the Bed Parade down part of Western Ave from 9-9:30am then grab a drink or breakfast treat. Shops continue Thanksgiving weekend sales during their normal hours of operation the rest of the day/weekend. Check with individual merchants for their own offerings and hours of operation.

Plan to Visit these Participating Businesses
Cherry Republic
Cottonseed Apparel
M22 Glen Arbor – opening early at 6am
Coastal – opening early at 6am
The Totem Shop
Cottage Book Shop
Inn & Trail Gourmet – Opening at 8am to offer a discount all day, plus specials on select items.
Leelanau Coffee Roasting
Art’s Tavern – *Open all day including breakfast service. Visit Art’s Store next door, open at 7am

Want to participate in this event? Questions about the event? Contact us at info@visitglenarbor.com

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Bed Parade
2022-11-25 09:00 - 09:30 | MI, United States
In it’s 5th year, the fun and quirky Bed Parade returns the day after Thanksgiving, among other holiday traditions in Glen Arbor. You’re invited to simply view the spectacle from the curb and cheer on participants as they roll their festively decorated bed on wheels down Western Avenue, or join in the fun with your own festively decorated bed!
Want to participate?
Rally your troops and haul your creativity to town for a 9am parade start time on Friday, November 26th. The “parade” will begin just outside the Pine Cone and complete at the Post Office. Join other participants for a post-parade treat from Leelanau Coffee Roasters or Art’s Tavern, which will be open for breakfast.
This event is open to everyone. No registration required. Organized by Becky Thatcher Designs, Contact Michael Lyons for questions: (630)776-0036 michaell@worthathousandwords.com

Tree Lighting, Caroling & Holiday Market Preview Party
2022-11-25 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Shop a curated variety of goods during the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace Thanksgiving weekend in Glen Arbor, MI.

Friday, November 25th
Tree Lighting & Caroling @ 6:15pm outside the Town Hall with Carols led by members of Glen Lake Church. Be among the first to shop artisan goods during the Holiday Market Preview Party from 6:30-8pm. Cider & Donuts provided and served by Art’s Tavern.
Saturday, November 26th
Shop an amazing selection of gifts from 24 vendors at the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace, located in the Town Hall from 10am-4pm.
Plus, families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Located at: 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI.

A Christmas Carol
2022-12-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2022-12-09 19:30 - 21:00, 2022-12-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W. MacFarlane Rd., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
THE GLEN ARBOR PLAYERS PRESENT “A CHRISTMAS CAROL”
In the spirit of the Christmas season, we will be presenting “A Christmas Carol” on December 8-10 th at the Glen Lake Church, 4902 West Macfarlane in Glen Arbor. The play will be performed in a reader’s theater format with a very experienced cast. Each play will start at 7:30 pm and there is no charge for admission. Donations are accepted and refreshments will be served.
Incorporating the festivity of the season and the spirit of redemption, Charles Dicken’s classic tale has never been out of print since it’s release in 1843. The novel proved very effective in promoting renewed enthusiasm for the joys of Christmas in both Britain and America. A Christmas Carol has been adapted countless times for film, stage, opera and other media over the years. The story is one of the most read and watched in history.
The Glen Arbor Players will be performing the play as a re-enactment of the first show of the “Mayor of the Town” radio program which was broadcast starring Lionel Barrymore in 1942.
More information available at (231)409-4421 or www.GlenArborPlayers.org

Shop & Sweets Saturday 2022
2022-12-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Bring the family to shop local for the holidays while enjoying some festive treats, activities and specials available at participating businesses in Glen Arbor. Shop & Sweets Saturday will take place on December 17th from 10am-4pm. Dressing in Ugly Sweaters encouraged!
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Pop into these participating businesses:
Leelanau Coffee Roasting
Cottonseed Apparel
Cherry Republic
Glen Lake Salon
Inn & Trail Gourmet
Northwoods Hardware
Coastal
M22 Glen Arbor– offering sweet treats as well as M22 wine specials
Glen Arbor Wines will be offering complimentary chocolate fondue by Mel & Fell from 12-4pm along with our Christmas Marketplace and a special “Take Your Pets Pic With Santa” opportunity.

Want to participate and be added here? Questions about the event? Contact us at info@visitglenarbor.com

Soup Sunday at French Valley
2023-01-08 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-22 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-29 12:00 - 17:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Warm up after hitting our 2.5 miles of groomed trails with a bowl of our hot soup of the day! Every Sunday in January.

Winterfest 2023
2023-02-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Boonedocks, 5858 Manitou Vw, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Chili Cook-Off Winners 2023:
1st Place – Hansen Foods
2nd Place – Boonedocks
3rd Place – The District
4th Place – Cherry Republic
5th Place – Shipwreck Cafe
Thanks to all who attended and participated!

UPDATE (as of 2/15/23): First time in over 20 years the annual perch tournament is canceled due to open water on Big and Little Glen Lake. You can still join the community on the decks of Boonedocks for the Chili Cookoff from Noon-3pm on Saturday!
Winterfest: Chili Cook-Off and Perch Fishing Contest
Winterfest, the anticipated, fun mid-winter event takes place annually, the Saturday of President’s Day weekend. The event includes a perch fishing contest followed by chili cook off on the deck of Boonedocks restaurant in Glen Arbor on Saturday, February 18th, 2023 from Noon-3pm.
Winners will be crowned as the event wraps up around 3pm. Proceeds from this event are given out on senior scholarship night at Glen Lake School, to deserving students to help defray college tuition. This is a family friendly event, just be sure to dress for the weather.
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 enter for free.
The Sportsman Shop hosts the annual Perch Fishing Contest as either a spectator or participant. Sign up will take place at the Sportsman Shop in Glen Arbor, MI from 6-7:30am. Ice fishing takes place on the Glen Lakes all morning. Bring your catches back to weigh in at the Sportsman Shop promptly by 1pm. Entry fee for the Perch tournament is $20. ($10 goes to chili cook-off and $10 to tournament. 100% pay out.) Call Bob at 231-883-5638 for more info.

Enter your Chili! Please send an email to Boonedocksga@gmail.com or call Stephanie at Boonedocks (231) 218-0009 if you would like to participate by serving Chili in the Cook-Off. 8 gallons of Chili are required by each business, organization or family in order to serve at the event.
