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Summer Concert Bucket List: Best Venues & Live Music Experiences

by MyNorth Team | June 9, 2025

By Joseph Beyer Ah, it’s concert season. You could find bliss in a bluegrass jam band tucked away in a local farm field. Or romance in the sounds of Rachmaninoff floating up …

Read moreSummer Concert Bucket List: Best Venues & Live Music Experiences

The Insider’s List: 6 Summer Adventures on the Leelanau Peninsula

by Allison Acosta | May 28, 2025

Savor the natural beauty and hidden treasures that call this bucolic county home. 1. Drop by 9 Bean Rows for the flakiest croissants, fresh produce and woodfired pizzas. Grab a …

Read moreThe Insider’s List: 6 Summer Adventures on the Leelanau Peninsula

10 Outdoor Dining Favorites on the Leelanau Peninsula

by Kendall Kotcher | June 20, 2024

Is there anything better than a table in the sunshine and a lake breeze? Check out some of our favorite restaurants with outdoor dining in Leelanau County. This article was …

Read more10 Outdoor Dining Favorites on the Leelanau Peninsula

Summer Day Trips: 10 Charming Small Towns on the Leelanau Peninsula

by Allison Acosta | June 10, 2024

The eclectic towns of the Leelanau Peninsula are alive with shopping, restaurants, outdoor concerts and more—perfect for summer day trips. This article was featured in Vacation! …

Read moreSummer Day Trips: 10 Charming Small Towns on the Leelanau Peninsula
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Homemade Pączki Recipe with Jam from Cedar’s Polish Art Center

by Rachel Souillere | February 6, 2024

This Pączki Day, try a traditional Polish treat warm—by making them at home with this On The Table recipe. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this …

Read moreHomemade Pączki Recipe with Jam from Cedar’s Polish Art Center

This Leelanau County Craftsman Home Has Views for Miles

by C. D. | October 18, 2023

On a clear day you can (almost) see forever from this inspirational home, the third destination on our 2023 Northern Home & Cottage virtual home tour, which features video …

Read moreThis Leelanau County Craftsman Home Has Views for Miles
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August 2023 Events: 20+ Things to Do in Northern Michigan

by Ashlyn Korienek | July 25, 2023

Summer’s last hurrah! We’re taking advantage of every second of these sun-shining, vacation-filled days in Northern Michigan with 20+ local events happening this August …

Read moreAugust 2023 Events: 20+ Things to Do in Northern Michigan
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Explore Northern Michigan’s Everglades at Cedar River Preserve

by Allison Acosta | July 6, 2023

It doesn’t get better than a summer paddle in Northern Michigan. Head to Cedar River Preserve to get up close and personal to this undisturbed wetland with more than 250 …

Read moreExplore Northern Michigan’s Everglades at Cedar River Preserve
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Ashlyn’s Picks: 18 Concerts for Your Summer Bucket List

by Ashlyn Korienek | June 15, 2023

Get your groove on all summer long in Northern Michigan with these outdoor concert series, festivals and live performances taking place through August 2023. This is a web original …

Read moreAshlyn’s Picks: 18 Concerts for Your Summer Bucket List
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Red Hot Best Winners 2023: The Best of Northern Michigan

by Rachel Souillere | May 31, 2023

The 2023 Red Hot Best results are in! Explore all 46 categories, 8 regions and 900+ winners below or search by region and make this your Red Hot Best summer. This article first …

Read moreRed Hot Best Winners 2023: The Best of Northern Michigan
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Ashlyn’s Picks: Northern Michigan Easter Brunches, Egg Hunts & Events

by Ashlyn Korienek | April 6, 2023

On the hunt for Easter plans? We’ve rounded up 20 egg hunts, family outings and brunches taking place this weekend, April 8–9, across Northern Michigan. Hosting an event? Let …

Read moreAshlyn’s Picks: Northern Michigan Easter Brunches, Egg Hunts & Events
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21 Northern Michigan Events to Explore This April 2023

by Ashlyn Korienek | March 28, 2023

We’re celebrating spring in Northern Michigan with Easter brunches, comedy shows, Earth Day activities and stargazing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. From Traverse City to the …

Read more21 Northern Michigan Events to Explore This April 2023
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Ashlyn’s Picks: 8 Can’t-Miss Winter Foodie Events in Northern Michigan

by Ashlyn Korienek | January 19, 2023

Satisfy your inner foodie with these eight winter festivals, dinners and wine-tasting excursions taking place across Northern Michigan from now through mid-February. Hosting a …

Read moreAshlyn’s Picks: 8 Can’t-Miss Winter Foodie Events in Northern Michigan
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Libby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend August 25-28

by Rachel Souillere | August 24, 2022

From the annual Polka Festival in Cedar to a Summer Wine Dinner Series at WaterFire Vineyards, here are the Northern Michigan events you’re not going to want to miss this weekend, …

Read moreLibby’s Picks: Events Happening this Weekend August 25-28
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Red Hot Best Winning Events to Add to Your Summer Calendar

by Carly Simpson | June 7, 2022

Get ready for some Red Hot Best summer fun! From the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival to the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, here are the Red Hot Best winning events you …

Read moreRed Hot Best Winning Events to Add to Your Summer Calendar
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Red Hot Best Winners 2022: The Best of Northern Michigan

by Rachel Souillere | June 3, 2022

After more than 63,100 nominations and 177,700 votes, a record-breaking 22,200 people voted in the 2022 MyNorth Red Hot Best Awards to kick off the second decade of this …

Read moreRed Hot Best Winners 2022: The Best of Northern Michigan
Ashlea Walter in Grand Traverse Bay preparing to swim.

Open-Water Swimming in Northern Michigan is Epic & Beautiful

by Rachel Souillere | July 30, 2021

Open water swimming in Lake Michigan and other Northern Michigan lakes and bays is stunning, transformative and challenging. Dedicated open water swimmer Ashlea Walter shares …

Read moreOpen-Water Swimming in Northern Michigan is Epic & Beautiful

Leelanau Lodging Options for Your Northern Michigan Getaway

by Lissa Edwards | June 29, 2021

Leelanau County is home to gorgeous beaches, a blossoming culinary scene and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Explore our list of lodging options including inns, resorts, …

Read moreLeelanau Lodging Options for Your Northern Michigan Getaway

Manitou Passage Golf Club Near Sleeping Bear Dunes is a Must

by Courtney Jerome | June 9, 2021

PAID CONTENT The day’s forecast is perfect. I’ve been keeping my fingers crossed it stays that way, as our day date is one I’ve been looking forward to. My husband, Josh, and I are …

Read moreManitou Passage Golf Club Near Sleeping Bear Dunes is a Must

Red Hot Best 2021: The Best of Benzie & Leelanau

by Rachel Souillere | June 9, 2021

You voted and the results are in! From the region’s best beaches to Veterinarian Practices making a local impact, here are your 2021 Leelanau & Benzie Region Red Hot Best …

Read moreRed Hot Best 2021: The Best of Benzie & Leelanau

How We Choose Our Wine, Beer and Cider For ‘From Our Cellar’

by Rachel Souillere | June 3, 2021

Each month, Traverse, Northern Michigan’s Magazine culinary columnist, Stacey Brugeman, is responsible for carefully curating a list of recommended beverages featured in …

Read moreHow We Choose Our Wine, Beer and Cider For ‘From Our Cellar’

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