Get ready for an eventful April in Northern Michigan! Whether you’re enjoying Earth Day festivities or laughing at Comedy Fest, there’s something for everyone on this list.
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April 5 | Ethanology Cocktail Class
Join Roman Albaugh of The Bartending Co. at The Cooks’ House, where you’ll craft creative cocktails you’ve never tried before. Get your tickets now.
April 5 | Wine & Chocolate Tasting Workshop
Indulge in award-winning wines from Black Star Farms, matched with thoughtfully chosen chocolates, in a relaxing and educational environment. Sign up here.
April 5 | The Vincent Chandler Experience
Detroit native and trombone virtuoso Vincent Chandler brings an electrifying band comprised of some of the city’s most talented musicians, with a unique sound that blends jazz and electric fusion. Grab your tickets now.
April 6 | 3rd Annual Cocktail Competition
Local bars are going head to head to see who can craft the best “Spring Break” themed cocktail, and your vote will decide the winner. Sign up here.
April 6 | Tim Eriksen & Laurel Premo
Tim Eriksen, renowned for his distinctive Americana sound, and Laurel Premo, celebrated for her rhythmically rich and captivating delivery of roots music, will take The Alluvion stage. Get your tickets before they’re gone.
April 8 | Price is Right at The Blue Pelican
Don’t miss this Antrim Womans Alliance Fundraiser featuring a full slate of Price is Right fun: Plinko, the Spinning Wheel, Name That Price, and more. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; the buffet is 6-8 p.m. Buy tickets now.
April 10-12 | Traverse City Comedy Fest
Comedy Fest is back! Get ready to laugh at this big, small-town festival taking place at eight venues in downtown Traverse City. Headliners include Josh Blue, Natasha Leggero, Marc Maron, Jay Pharoah, and Funny Women of a Certain Age. Get tickets here.
April 12 | Community Seed Swap
Planting a garden this spring? Stop by the Seed Swap with Grand Traverse Conservation District at Boardman River Nature Center. Bring seeds that you enjoy growing in your garden, including fruit, vegetables or flowers. Swap runs 10 a.m. to noon. Find more details here.
April 12 | Boyne City PirateFest Euchre Tournament
Ahoy, card sharks! Battle it out at the PirateFest Euchre Tournament at BC Lanes from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Bring your A-game and a few quarters, and see if you’ve got what it takes to win it all. Buy tickets now.
April 16 | Grown-Up Book Fair
Gather your friends—or make some new ones—for a fun evening of books and treats at Rare Bird Brewpub. Enjoy the nostalgia of going to the book fair and picking out a brand new or new-to-you book. Find more details here.
April 17 | 4th Annual Hopfest
After a hiatus, Hopfest is returning to City Park Grill. You can expect a full lineup of some of Michigan’s finest breweries, including Bell’s Brewery, Founders Brewing Co., and more. Plus, City Park Grill will feature a special Hopfest-inspired menu.
April 19 | TART Trails’ Spring Work Bee
Spend a spring day beautifying the trails ahead of the busy summer season. TART Trails is hosting work bees at various locations along the trail network, so sign up solo or with friends to help out a good cause. Get more info here.
April 19 | Earth Day at Ethanology
What better way to kick off Earth Day and spring gardening than planting a tree or shrub? Grass River Natural Area and Ethanology Distillation are joining forces. With every donation to the nonprofit, you can get a conifer, hardwood, or shrub sapling. The event runs 2-5 p.m. More details are available here.
April 20 | Easter Brunch at Wild Tomato
Celebrate Easter with family and friends at Wild Tomato at Crystal Mountain. Price includes coffee or tea. Get more details here.
April 20 | Black Star Farms Easter Brunch
Have an Easter brunch in the heart of wine country at Black Star Farms’ estate in Suttons Bay. Juice, coffee, and tea are included. Wines by the glass or bottle and mimosas will be available for an extra cost. Find more details here.
April 22 | Earth Day Clothing Swap
Bring gently used clothing items to the Dennos Museum Center between April 15-22 for a community clothing swap. This is the perfect chance to reduce waste, give your unworn items a new life, and find something new-to-you. All remaining items will be donated to Northwestern Michigan College or the Women’s Resource Center. This event is held in partnership with NMC Student Services and Slip Vintage. Get more details here.
April 22 | “A Water Trail” Documentary Screening & Performance
Calling all Water Warriors: this event at The Alluvion will feature a powerful performance of “NO FILTER” by Amber Hasan, followed by a performance from Shea “Phire-Sis” Cobb. Then, enjoy an exclusive screening of A Water Trail. Tickets are available here.
April 26 | Andrew Rogers & Mel Brook’s Silent Movie
This event series is a favorite at The Music House Museum. Organist Andrew Rogers will play alongside the satirical silent film Silent Movie, a 1976 American comedy co-written, directed by and starring Mel Brooks. Buy tickets now.
April 26 | The Claudettes
Catch The Claudettes as they bring their distinctive “garage cabaret” sound to AuSable Artisan Village. Get your tickets now.
