Traverse City Travel Blog

Home to more than 60% of Michigan’s wine grapes, there’s plenty of reason to celebrate Michigan’s thriving wine culture in the Traverse City region. The area’s biggest celebration by far is the annual Traverse City Uncorked, a self-guided wine tour of Traverse City powered by a digital passport that

Planning to celebrate Easter 2025 in Traverse City?

Whether you're gathering with loved ones for a delicious meal or joining in on a festive egg hunt, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the holiday.

Here’s your guide to the best Easter events and activities in the region! 

Laugh the weekend away at the annual Traverse City Comedy Fest, which is back for its 2025 iteration from April 10-12. There are good times and good laughs to be had at one of the most beloved Traverse City festivals, which draws some of the biggest names in comedy.

Punxsutawney Phil may have predicted six more weeks of winter in 2025, but don’t let that stop you from getting excited for summer! From the National Cherry Festival to Polaris Slingshot cruises to picnics on the shores of Lake Michigan, the opportunities for adventure are endless.

It’s become iconic. A bushy and somewhat unruly mustache that curls up with a handlebar swoosh at the ends. That’s how you recognize the front-facing owner of the northern Michigan brewer, Joe Short, from Short’s Brewing. 

This small-town brewery is based in Bellaire. But don’t think this little brewery doesn’t leave a big footprint. And don’t for a moment think that the mustachioed man goes it alone. Joe’s wife, Leah, is the grounding force that makes the brewery hum. 

The weather forecaster was right: A gentle blanket of snow covered the downtown Traverse City streets overnight. My 7:00 a.m. wake-up call at Hotel Indigo came with a mesmerizing view of Grand Traverse Bay. Gazing across the glistening water, I nearly fell back into a dream as I envisioned the

From downhill and cross-country skiing to fat-tire biking, snowshoeing, ice skating, and more, there’s plenty of powder for every outdoor activity this year.

And guess what? Not only does going down the slopes or hiking up a frozen dune give you a full-body workout, but being out in the white stuff

Yay! It’s officially spring, and in Michigan, that means the start of months filled with sunshine and swimming, beaches, festivals, hiking, biking, fishing, and golfing. The kind of outdoor adventures that make life in the Mitten State so special.

Because if there’s one thing a Michigander knows, it’s how to make the most of every season. Whether it’s chasing sunsets over the Great Lakes, cooling off at the beach, or savoring fresh cherries straight from the orchard, summers here are meant to be lived outside. Long daylight hours turn into bonfire-lit nights, and no weekend is complete without a road trip to a favorite lakeside town.

With so many ways to experience the beauty of Michigan’s upcoming seasons, we made a list to help you plan your next getaway to northern Michigan.

Here are seven classic activities for a healthy dose of Mitten State fun in Traverse City: 

Horse-drawn sleigh rides, crackling fireplaces, and a bottle of wine to share—romance is in the air in Traverse City.

Whether you're planning the perfect Valentine's Day or simply looking for a dreamy escape, here are seven unforgettable ways to celebrate love in northern Michigan. 

Maybe your dream menu features the kind of soul food served up at the new Bushell’s Kitchen in downtown Traverse City. Or maybe you savor the Sichuan spice of TC’s Crocodile Palace.

If you love to pair farm-to-table bites with a glass of northern Michigan wine or explore Native American culinary