In a place that regularly averages over 200 inches of snow a year, playing in the snow has become a skill that the Keweenaw has honed to utter perfection. Michigan Technological University’s Winter Carnival, full of snow and ice sculptures, music, and outdoor sports, celebrates the incredible…
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The Keweenaw Peninsula, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and stunning architecture, also serves as an unexpected sanctuary for witnessing the Northern Lights. Many visitors come with a bucket list of natural wonders, but few realize they can experience a cosmic spectacle as well! If you’re…
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Fall in the Keweenaw brings a wide variety of events and celebrations to get you in the autumn mood! From music festivals to Oktoberfests, there’s no shortage of ways to explore the Copper Country and soak in those glorious Keweenaw fall colors! We’ve got the shortlist of Keweenaw fall events to…
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Crisp autumn air, corn mazes, and pumpkins galore. Fall is not only the season of harvest, but it is also time to get outside for some family-friendly fall activities. Learn to make fresh apple cider, visit a farmers market, or pick out the perfect pumpkin from our local pumpkin patches. Here are…
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Want to add another day trip to your Keweenaw summer itinerary? For a perfectly packaged family outing that mixes Copper Country history with good food and fun, head to Laurium, Michigan! Often spoken about in the same breath as Calumet due to the proximity of each village, this historic area is…
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Spring showers bring the flowers, but don’t let the weather ruin your plans in the Houghton area this spring. Houghton is the fastest growing city in the Upper Peninsula, home of Michigan Technological University, and the Gateway to the Keweenaw. Whether you are on vacation or a local looking for…
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Those sweet golden childhood memories are made in the warm summer glow of family road trips and vacation adventures! For families travelling to Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, the City of Hancock offers a blend of adventure, culture, and community warmth - all within very walkable distances or only…
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From celebrations of independence taking place in communities throughout the region, to awe-inspiring natural beauty and rich cultural heritage to explore... the Keweenaw Peninsula offers a unique and unforgettable 4th of July experience. Join us as we enjoy the warmth of long summer days, the smell…
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Heikinpäivä, a mid-winter Finnish-American celebration, returns to downtown Hancock this January. This event is planned intentionally during a quiet time of year and celebrates the Hancock and Copper Country's Finnish heritage. This lively festival reminds of us of the many ways that winter can be…
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Updated for 2023 - See our EVENTS CALENDAR for additional event details. If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, the Keweenaw Peninsula certainly delivers. Colorful lights and merry décor line our historic streets and each community is bustling with holiday cheer. Our charming small towns are full…
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