Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

POSTPONED - Glen Lake Restaurant Week
2020-04-24 12:00 - 2020-05-02 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Due to COVID-19 and the executive order from the Governor, 2020 Glen Lake Restaurant Week has been postponed. We are looking to RESCHEDULE the event for November, with dates TBD. Follow our Facebook page, Eat Glen Arbor for updates. Please contact the Glen Lake Chamber with any questions you may have. Thank you for finding ways to continue to support your favorite local businesses via carry-out, call ahead orders to retailers and rescheduling your stays.

Offering an array of dining options “from French Fries to French Cuisine.”

Friday, April 24th – Saturday, May 2nd, 2020
Throughout the week around Glen Arbor, book a time to dine at each restaurant on the list for a unique and mouthwatering experience.
Participating establishments will offer their own appetizing (3 course) prix-fixe menus from $25-$35. Some establishments may be offering lunch specials as well for $15 like Art’s Tavern & a Wine/Appetizer pairing at Glen Arbor Wines.*
To participate in the event, simply contact each establishment (listed with menu’s and locations info below) to make your reservation. No tickets. Open to the Public.
For Event updates, photos and offerings – Like + Follow the Facebook page: Eat Glen Arbor

Restaurants*

Art’s Tavern • (231)334-3754 • 6487 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

Blu • (231)334-2530 • 5705 S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse • (231)228-8869 • 172 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City, MI

Cherry Public House • (231) 226-3033 • 6026-B, 5109, S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Funistrada • (231)334-3900 • 4566 W MacFarlane Rd, Maple City, MI 49664

Glen Arbor Wines • (231)835-2196) • 5873 S. Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Nonna’s at the Homestead • (231)334-5000 • 1 Woodridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI

La Bécasse • (231)334-3944 • 9001 S Dunns Farm Rd, Maple City, MI

Western Avenue Grill • (231) 334-3362 • 6410 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

*Reservations with each purveyor are recommended for dining during this event.

Sponsors
Thank you Sponsors for helping make the marketing of this delicious event possible! The Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce is a 501c organization. Email us if you are interested in supporting this Event or the Chamber and it’s mission.

Chili Cook-off
2021-02-13, 2021-02-14 | 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.

Restaurant Week 2021
2021-04-23 - 2021-05-01 | MI, United States
Offering an array of dining options “from French Fries to French Cuisine.”
Whether you’re ordering carry out or have the chance to dine-in, don’t miss the annual Glen Lake Restaurant Week in Leelanau County.
Friday, April 23rd – Saturday, May 1st, 2021
Participating establishments will each offer a special prix-fixe menu, ranging in price point from $15/$25/$35 with some offering lunch specials too! We recommend contacting the establishments to find out their current hours of operation whether they’ll be doing dine-in, taking reservations or offering take-out.
Throughout the week enjoy unique and mouthwatering experiences from:

Art’s Tavern
Restaurant Week Menu offered 4pm-close; Dine in or Take-out; Open 7 days a week.
View the $15.95 Restaurant Week Special
(231)334-3754
6487 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

Blu

Offering dine-in (reservations) and curbside pickup. Reopening April 23rd. Open Tuesday to Saturday at 5pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
View their 3 for $35 Menu

(231)334-2530
5705 S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Cherry Public House
carry out and dining outside available. Open: Sun – Thurs 11-8, Fri . & Sat 11-9
View their $15 – $25 Menu Specials
(231) 226-3033
6026-B, 5109, S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

La Bécasse
Open Wednesday – Saturday; Carry-out pick up from 4-7pm, last order placed by 6pm. Dine-in by Reservation from 5pm.
Regular menu, Restaurant Week Menu & Happy Hour all available to-go.
View the 3 for $35 Menu
(231)334-3944
9001 S Dunns Farm Rd, Maple City, MI

Western Avenue Grill
Carry-out or Dine-in on a first come first served basis.
View the MENU
(231) 334-3362
6410 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

Delicious updates posted via Eat Glen Arbor on Facebook

Glen Lake Chamber After-Hours Member Meeting
2021-06-14 17:30 - 18:30 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
For the first time in over a year (after doing monthly Board meetings via Zoom) the Glen Lake Chamber will be hosting it’s first back-in-person Member meeting. We invite you, our Chamber members, new neighbors, friends and colleagues to join us for a business after-hours meeting to kick off the Summer season.
Monday, June 14th at 5:30pm, located at M22 Glen Arbor’s outdoor wine patio.
Please wear a mask when walking up/ordering and practice social distancing. We hope to see you there!

Hunt for the Reds of October
2021-10-01 - 2021-10-29 | MI, United States
Leelanau Peninsula has become well-known for its incredible ability to craft and produce wines such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and other beautiful cool-climate white wines. What is often overlooked; however, is the regions unique ability to grow and create some worlds finest red wine varietals, ranging from Cabernet Franc, Blaufränkisch, Pinot Noir and more!

The LP Wine Trail hosts a fun event that allows consumers to indulge in many of the reds available on the Leelanau Peninsula.

Enjoy the event for an entire month on weekdays at participating wineries. (Saturdays & Sundays Excluded) to celebrate our annual ‘Hunt For The Reds of October’ event. Enticing you with the beautiful landscapes of the Autumn season in Northern Michigan paired with some of the finest red wines in the world.

Event benefits include a pour of selected red, from each of the participating wineries. Tickets are $35.00 each and for every ticket sold, $5.00 goes to the American Red Cross Association.

Get Tickets • View the various Winery Loops

Fine Art Friday
2021-10-08 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us out on the M22 Wine Patio for Fine Art Friday on October 8th from 3-5pm. This week we are featuring Mary Guntzviller who’s medium ranges from transparent watercolors to sculptures and textiles. Grab a glass or flight of wine and enjoy the wonderful talent of Mary Guntzviller.

Visit and shop the artists website too! https://guntzviller.com/

Kids Pumpkin Art Party
2021-10-09 11:00 - 2021-10-10 18:00, 2021-10-10 11:00 - 2021-10-11 18:00, 2021-10-16 11:00 - 2021-10-17 18:00, 2021-10-17 11:00 - 2021-10-18 18:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Have some fall fun out on the M22 Wine Patio! Every Saturday and Sunday throughout October, children of all ages can paint a pumpkin! Grab a donut, a glass of cider and enjoy the beauty of fall in Northern Michigan. We will also be serving full pours and flights of wine all day.
(This event is weather permitting.)

Good boy! in Concert for Empire Area Emergency Fund
2021-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Ann Brewing, 6535 First Street, Lake Ann, MI, 49650, United States
Good boy! in Concert at Lake Ann Brewery on Tuesday October 26th, from 6-8pm.
Musicians Chris Skellenger, Pat Niemisto, & Norm Wheeler bring Horn Infused Folk grass with interactive sing-a-long. There will be a Free will donation to benefit the Empire Area Emergency Fund.

Friday Favorites
2022-01-14 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-04 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-11 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-03-04 16:00 - 19:00 and 3 more dates | M22 Glen Arbor, Western Ave W Western Ave, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636
Start your weekend off right! Every Friday, from 4-7pm at M22 Glen Arbor enjoy $2 off flights, $1 off large pours, and 10% off bottles. To make your igloo reservation, go to crystalriveroutfitters.com. Seating in the heated patio and around one of our cozy fires are also available. See you Friday night!

Chili Cook-Off + Perch Fishing Contest
2022-02-19 00:00 - 15:00 | Boonedocks, 5858 Manitou Vw, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Glen Lake Chili Cook-off, an annually anticipated mid-winter event, is back to its original format this year! Saturday, February 19th from noon- 3pm, on the deck of Boonedocks in Glen Arbor. 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.
This year the Glen Lake Chili Cook-off is not charging a fee to enter your chili. Please send an email to Boonedocksga@gmail.com to enter by February 7th. 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.
Simultaneously with the Chili Cook-Off, 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. Bring your catches back to weigh in, at the Sportsman Shop at 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.

Glen Lake Restaurant Week 2022
2022-04-29 - 2022-05-07 | MI, United States
Glen Lake Restaurant Week offers an array of dining options “from French Fries to French Cuisine.”

Friday, April 29th – Saturday, May 7th, 2022
Don’t miss enjoying special menus offered by participating restaurants during this delicious annual event scheduled for Friday April 29th – Saturday, May 7th, 2022.
Each establishment will offer a special prix-fixe menu for Restaurant Week, ranging in price point from $15/$25/$35 with some offering lunch specials too! We recommend contacting the establishments to find out their current hours of operation and whether they recommend making reservations or if they’ll be offering RW Menu’s for take-out, too.

Participants:
Art’s Tavern
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
Dine-in or Take-out; No reservations. Open 7 days a week.
(231)334-3754

6487 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

Blu
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
(231)334-2530

5705 S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
Dine in and take-out available.
(231)228-8869

172 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City, MI

Cherry Public House
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
Dine in or Carry-out. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
(231) 226-3033

6026-B, 5109, S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI

Funistrada
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
(231)334-3900

4566 W MacFarlane Rd, Maple City, MI 49664

La Bécasse
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
Open Wednesday – Saturday; Dine-in or carry-out may be available; Reservation for dinner beginning at 5pm. Regular menu, Restaurant Week Menu and Drink Menu offered.
(231)334-3944

9001 S Dunns Farm Rd, Maple City, MI

Western Avenue Grill
> RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
$35/person menu, dine in only, reservations recommended, but not required.
Open 7 days, Monday through Friday 4-9, Saturday and Sunday 12-9

(231) 334-3362
6410 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI

Thank you! Sponsors:

Follow event updates on Facebook: @Eat Glen Arbor

The Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce is a 501c organization dedicated to promoting local business in the Glen Lake region. A special Thank You to our generous Sponsors and Participants for helping make the marketing of this delicious event possible!
Restaurants and Wineries are invited to participate. Interested in becoming a Sponsor? See our PDF for details.

LIVE MUSIC AT FRENCH VALLEY VINEYARD
2022-06-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-06-09 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-06-13 16:00 - 19:00 | MI, United States
Join us every Thursday from 4-7pm for live music at French Valley Vineyard. To see the full music line up visit https://fvvineyard.com/events-at-french-valley-vineyard/

Leland Wine & Food Festival
2022-06-11 12:00 - 18:00 | The Leland Lodge, 565 Pearl Street, Leland, MI, 49654
After a two-year hiatus, the Leland Wine and Food Festival is back and better than ever! Enjoy tasting local award-winning wines from 13 Leelanau Peninsula wineries & 1 local brewery and delicious specialties from several local food vendors in the heart of Leelanau County. See full list of participants below.
Leland Wine and Food Festival with a Twist!
Due to continuing construction in the Leland Harbor and Fishtown, the 35th Leland Wine and Food Festival will take place at The Leland Lodge, just up the hill from Main St. 5-Ton Tours will be offering rides to and from Leland to The Lodge throughout the duration of the festival to ensure party-goers can easily access local shops and attractions. Many thanks to both the Leland Lodge and 5-Ton Tours for making this event possible.
Come and Go Entry
Our ‘Come & Go’ re-entry wristbands allow you to explore our beaches, unique shops, galleries, and Historic Fishtown, and then return for more festival fun – as often as you like! Non-stop live music provides a lively backdrop for the festival. Bands will be announced in the spring.
Tickets
Adults – $30 advance and $40 at the at event. Tickets include a commemorative glass & two wine tasting tokens
Tickets sold the week of the festival are Will Call only
Additional tasting tokens are $3 each sold within the festival
You Must be 21 years of age to purchase and consume alcohol. Non-alcoholic beverages are available to purchase
Music
Broom Closet Boys
Funktion (Kalamazoo)
Wineries
45 North Vineyard & Winery
Aurora Cellars
Blustone Vineyards
Boat House Vineyards
Chateau Fontaine
Amoritas Vineyards
Soul Squeeze Cellars
Good Harbor Vineyards
Verterra Winery
Baia Estate Winery
Bel Lago
French Valley Vineyards
Dune Bird Winery
Brewery
The Mitten Brewing
Food
Art’s Tavern
Mitten Licken Donuts
Leelanau County Bounty Boards
Face Painting
The Painted Lady
Covid 19 Policy
The Leland Chamber of Commerce believes that the safety and health of all of our participants, volunteers, and staff members is a top priority. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we have instituted protective procedures and policies as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the MDHHS, and the Leelanau County Health Department. However, no health and safety policies, assessments, precautions, and/or protocols that will be implemented from time to time by local, state, and federal governmental agencies can eliminate the risk of exposure to COVID-19. Because festival events are open for other individuals, ticket holder hereby knowingly, voluntarily, and irrevocably assumes all of the risks, hazards, and dangers related to participation at the Leland Wine and Food Festival, and waives, releases, and discharges, the Leland Chamber of Commerce, and its volunteers, vendors, organizers, or affiliates, from any and all claims arising or in relation to the risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Festival Rules
1. The following items are NOT allowed inside the Leland Wine and Food Festival:
Coolers
Outside food or beverage
Pets
Strollers
Tents
2. You must be 21 to consume alcohol.
3. We do not recommend bringing children to the festival.
4. Any non-drinkers or people under the age of 21 will be charged $10 for admission at the gate.
5. Extra drink tokens will be sold inside the gate. Pricing is as follows:
One token – $3
Bag of 4 tokens – $10
Bag of 10 tokens – $25
6. All food and beer must be purchased with cash
7. There will be no entry to the Leland Lodge from the festival area.
All proceeds from the festival are used by the Leland Chamber of Commerce for community beautification projects and visitor information tools. Thank you for your support!

Art After Hours In Glen Arbor
2022-06-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nine Glen Arbor galleries and artists studios will keep the night light burning this summer as part of Art After Hours.
Art After Hours takes place June 15, July 20, and August 17, 5-7 pm. It offers visitors a chance to take a self-guided walking tour of galleries located in Glen Arbor’s art district – a five-block area from Lake Street to M-22 to M-109 West. Participating galleries are: Arbor Gallery, Center Gallery, Forest Gallery, Glen Arbor Artisans, Glen Arbor Arts Center, Glen Lake Artists Gallery, Margo Burian Fine Art, North Gallery, and Synchronicity Gallery.
For more information, gallery locations and more, go to GlenArborArt.org / EVENTS; or call Synchronicity Gallery, 231/334-4732.
