From St. Patrick’s Day Weekend celebrations to maple sugaring and kayak races in the snow, here are 17 events you won’t want to miss this month Up North.
This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options.
March 7 | Animal Kingdom On Ice
This wild show features all your jungle favorites: The Jungle Book, Rio, Madagascar and The Lion King. Presented by Traverse City Figure Skating Club. Get your tickets now.
March 7 | Alluvion Presents: Mariee Siou
Mariee Siou is making her Traverse City debut, playing a solo set on her national spring tour. Special guest SkyeLea will open the night with a solo performance. Get your tickets here.
March 8 | Made in Michigan FUNdraiser
Stop by the Cadillac Elks Lodge for Gopherwood Concerts’ annual fundraising event. Get your tickets here.
March 8 | Winter Warm Up Fest
Step out of hibernation for a cozy afternoon at Traverse City Whiskey Co. filled with hot cocktails and music by The Boardman River Band. Chubby Unicorn will serve up sandwiches. Also, don’t miss the yard games, bonfires and hot cocoa bar. Learn more.
March 8 | The Alluvion Jazz Series: Marcus Belgrave Songbook Ensemble
Led by artist, vocalist and the late trumpeter’s wife Joan Belgrave, this ensemble celebrates the music of the Maestro himself, a Kresge Eminent Artist and Michigan Jazz Master: Marcus Belgrave. His compositions will be presented as arranged by his longtime friend and accomplished composer, Cassius Richmond. Learn more.
March 9 | Downtown Marquette Restaurant Week
Indulge in the local flavors of Downtown Marquette’s dining scene at participating restaurants offering various specials, discounts and new dishes. Learn more.
March 9 | David Chown: ’70s Singer-Songwriter Concert
Acclaimed Northern Michigan pianist David Chown will return to The Music House Museum to take listeners on a historical adventure highlighting the great singer-songwriters of the ‘70s. Get your tickets now.
March 11 – April 5, March 16 | 10th Annual Youth Art Exhibition
Crooked Tree Arts Center’s Traverse City location is celebrating its 10th anniversary! This milestone coincides with another tradition—the 10th Annual Youth Art Exhibition, a showcase of artwork from K-12 students and educators throughout the Grand Traverse region. The gallery’s walls will be filled with colorful, imaginative artwork from more than 40 schools. The Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony is slated for March 16, from 1-3 p.m., with awards announced at 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
March 15 | St. Patrick’s Day Crawl For The Cure
Put on your green attire and join Chain of Lakes Relay for Life in downtown Bellaire for a pub crawl with a purpose. The event kicks off at Torch Lake Cellars. Learn more.
March 15 | Celts and Kayaks
Kick off St. Paddy’s Day Weekend with Crystal Mountain’s outdoor celebration featuring the Slush Cup, Kayaks on the Snow Race, and more shenanigans. Learn more.
March 15 | Wine & Chocolate Tasting Workshop
Delight in divine wine and chocolate pairings brought to you by Black Star Farms and Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate. Get your tickets here.
March 15 | AuSable Artisan Village St. Patrick’s Celebration
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with an evening of Irish music and culture at AuSable Artisan Village. Get your tickets now.
March 19 | Plant Workshop: Transition from Winter to Spring
Spring’s on its way! Learn from herbalist Sierra LaRose of Bear Earth Herbals on how to harness the healing and cleansing benefits of sustainably sourced herbs. Sierra will provide simple recipes for you to try at home. Classes are held in Oryana Community Co-op West’s Community Room and Kitchen. If the class you want to take is full, email marketing@oryana.coop to get on the waiting list. Learn more.
March 22 | Silent Disco
Don’t miss a night of dueling DJs and craft cocktails at Ethanology Distillation in support of Up North Pride. Get your tickets now.
March 22 | The Oblivion Project
The Alluvion World Music Series continues with The Oblivion Project, a group dedicated to the exploration and performance of Argentine tango master Astor Piazzolla. Learn more.
March 22 | Maple Sugaring Days
It’s the sweetest time of the year! Port Oneida Historic District will give visitors a chance to check out the full maple sugaring process across two historic farm sites. Don’t miss the self-guided lantern-lit hike, demonstrations, syrup samples and more. The event is held in partnership with Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear. Learn more.
March 22 | JigJam: Irish Bluegrass
Cheboygan Opera House welcomes “The best Irish band in bluegrass,” JigJam. This Offaly and Tipperary-born band has started the first wave of attack in the new Irish invasion of Americana. Learn more.
We Think You’ll Love This, Too:
