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There's always something fun and exciting going on in St. Ignace. Find out what's happening right now!


"Black Out Cancer" Ball

May 9th, 2008
From 6:00 p.m. To 11:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Kewadin Shores Casino Sprung Structure (Tent)
Contact:  Mary Cullen
Phone:  906-643-1560

Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; Dinner at 7:00 p.m.; Dancing immediately following.

There will be many items, gift baskets, and gift certificates up for Silent and Chinese auction throughout the night.  Tickets can be purchased for $25 at the door or by contacting Mary Cullen at 906-643-1560.  Ticket price includes admission, buffet-style dinner, non-alcoholic beverages and dancing from 6:00-11:00 p.m.  Dress is semi-formal and all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

Annual Spring Hiawatha Forest Clean Up

May 10th, 2008
AT 9:00 a.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Castle Rock parking lot
Contact:  Kari Vanderheuel
Phone:  906-643-7900, ext. 137
9:00 a.m., Rain or Shine!

Spring Vocal Music Concert

May 12th, 2008
AT 6:30 p.m.
Topic:  Music Event
Location:  LaSalle Middle School Cafeteria

Movie Night

May 15th, 2008
AT 6:15 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  St. Ignace Public Library

This week's movie is 'Water Horse: Legend of the Deep', rated PG.

Admission is free, and so are the refreshments!

Geranium Sale

May 16th, 2008
From 10:00 a.m. To 5:30 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  St. Ignace Greenhouse, 259 Bertrand St.
Sponsored by the Mackinac Straits Hospital Auxiliary

"Here's Looking at You" Stamping Class

May 17th, 2008
From 1:00 p.m. To 3:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Victorian Village
Contact:  Victorian Village
Phone:  643-8175

Chef Eric Villegas

May 19th, 2008
AT 6:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  St. Ignace Public Library
Michigan notable author, Chef Eric Villegas, will be here promoting his cookbook, Fork in the Road.  Chef Villegas is the star of the PBS TV show, A Fork in the Road, featuring Michigan foods.

Yooper Motorcycle Show & ATV Fun Run, Swap Meet & Truck Mud Run

May 24th -26th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Little Bear East Arena
Phone:  643-6950 or 866-327-0548
Web Site:  www.stignace.com

Join us for the inaugural Yooper Motorcycle Show & ATV Fun Run, Swap Meet & Truck Mud Run.  This will be an all-make, all-model motorcycle show with builders and vendors from Michigan and other states.

The show will feature builder Ron Finch.  Ron was the winner of the Discovery Channel Biker Build Off.  Ron's bike "Double Cross" will be showcased in the St. Ignace show along with some of his other works.  Also, well-known author & photographer Tom Zimberoff, author of 'Art of the Chopper' and 'Art of the Chopper II', will be on hand for autographs and book signings.

There will also be a swap meet with vendors for those looking for parts and hard-to-find items for motorcycles.  Join the "Parade of Bikes" as the parade will follow the waters edge thru beautiful downtown St. Ignace.

The show/swap meet will be held at Little Bear East Arena and Conference Center.  For Swap Meet space and show entries, contact the St. Ignace Visitors Bureau at 1-866-327-0548.

The Truck Mud Run will be held on Sunday, May 25th.  Truck registration is from 9:30-11:00 a.m.  Mud flies at Noon.  At 11:00 a.m., there will be a FREE Kids ATV Fun Run.

Bikes & Mud Run Trucks will be on display Saturday, May 24, from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

For more information on the Yooper Motorcycle Show, ATV Fun Run & Swap Meet, click here!

For more information on the Truck Mud Run, click here!

For more information contact:

Event & Community -St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 1-800-970-8717

Lodging - St. Ignace Visitors Bureau - 1-800-338-6660

St. Ignace Mud Run

May 25th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Little Bear East Area, St. Ignace
Contact:  Janet Peterson
Phone:  1-800-970-8717

What is a Mud Run?? It's a chance to bring out your 4 x 4 and compete in the most ultimate and unforgiving terrain - a "Pit of Mud".  Just trying to make it through the pit is not the only challenge, as you compete for time and distance against other 4 x 4's.  This Mud Run is part of an exciting weekend consisting of the Mud Run on May 25, and a Yooper Motorcycle and ATV Show & Swap Meet on Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25.

Truck registration: 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.  Mud flies at Noon.

Mud Run trucks will be on display at the outside show area at Little Bear Arena on Saturday, May 24, from 10 am - 6 pm.  Mayor's Choice Award presented on Sunday at the Truck Show.

  • 1st place trophies in each class
  • 100% payback per class
  • "J" Women's classes
  • $20 entry fee all classes
  • FREE kids ATV Fun Run at 11:00 a.m.
  • Concession Stand
  • Beer Tent
  • Pig Roast
  • $5.00 admission at Gate
  • Kids 12 & under FREE
  • Admission includes Yooper Motorcycle Show Events

Brevort Lake Walleye Derby

May 31st, 2008
From 6:00 a.m. To 4:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Brevort Lake
Phone:  906-643-7359

Register online at www.vacationmackinac.com or call 906-643-7359.

Lilac Festival

June 6th -15th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Mackinac Island, MI
Phone:  1-800-454-5227
Week long festivities commemorate these flowering shrubs, some of which are over 200 years old. Daily events, hayrides, music and dancing, fireworks. Grand Parade on June 22nd.

St. Ignace Red Hat Convention

June 6th -8th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
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THE RED HAT CONVENTION SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 6-8, 2008 HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

12th Annual Kids Fishing Day

June 7th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Castle Rock Fishing Ponds, Castle Rock Rd., St. Ignace
Contact:  Janet Peterson
Phone:  1-800-970-8717
Bring the family down to the fishing pond for a great day of fishing!

St. Ignace Yard Sale

June 14th, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  St. Ignace and surrounding area
Contact:  Janet Peterson
Phone:  643-8717 or 800-970-8717

12th Annual Antiques on the Bay Vintage & Antique Car Show

June 20th -21st, 2008
Topic:  Car Show
Location:  Downtown St. Ignace
Phone:  906-643-8087

The first of three auto-related events, this show features original and restored classic and antique vehicles on display along the downtown waterfront. Period clothing, entertainment, and a Mackinac Bridge rally all add to the festivities. 20th - Registration, Mackinac Bridge Rally; 21st - Vehicles on Display.

Blessing of the Fleet

June 21st, 2008
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Wawatam Lighthouse
Contact:  Janet Peterson
Phone:  643-8717 or 1-800-970-8717

Come and join us as our local clergy bless a parade of vessels as they cruise by the newly erected Wawatam Lighthouse in downtown St. Ignace.  There will also be a Native American Blessing and Ceremonial Offering for the waters.

Star Line Sunset on the Straits Cruise

June 23rd, 2008
From 8:00 p.m. To approx. 10:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Straits of Mackinac
Contact:  Star Line Main Dock
Phone:  800-638-9892

Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera! Boat will leave from the Star Line Main Dock in St. Ignace.  Tickets are $16.00 for adults, and $8.00 for children ages 5-12.  Children under 5 are free.

33rd Annual St. Ignace Car Show Weekend

June 26th -28th, 2008
Topic:  Car Show
Location:  Downtown St. Ignace
Contact:  Ed Reavie
Phone:  906-643-8087

One of the largest all-make, all-model shows in the country! Over 1,000 antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles take part in this internationally acclaimed event. Parades, cruises, awards, and more!

26th - Kewadin Casino Cruise Night

27th - Down Memory Lane Parade

28th - Straits Area Antique Auto Show - Vehicles on Display

27th Annual St. Ignace Car Show - Down Memory Lane Parade

June 27th, 2008
From 7:00 P.M. To 8:30 P.M.
Topic:  Car Show
Location:  Downtown St. Ignace
Cars, floats, bands, music & more!! Part of the 33rd Annual St. Ignace Car Show Weekend.

Arnold Line Sunset on the Straits Cruise

June 27th, 2008
From 8:30 p.m. To 10:00 p.m.
Topic:  General Event
Location:  Straits of Mackinac
Phone:  800-542-8528
Web Site:  www.arnoldline.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera! Boat will leave from the Arnold Line Dock #1 in St. Ignace.

Straits Area Antique Auto Show - Vehicles on Display

June 28th, 2008
From 9:00 A.M. To 5:00 P.M.
Topic:  Car Show
Location:  Downtown St. Ignace
Contact:  Ed Reavie
Phone:  1-906-643-8087
Over 1,000 antique, custom, and celebrity automobiles are on display in Downtown St. Ignace.
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