Traverse City Travel Blog

Nothing can beat spending the week of the Fourth of July in Traverse City, thanks to the countless events that are approaching in and around the area. In fact, the real challenge will be trying to complete everything on your bucket list for America’s birthday. Let’s explore some of the Fourth of July happenings in Traverse City to celebrate our nation’s independence. Below is a list of 2022 events, while some of these may happen again in 2023, it's always best to check back for details. 

March is Women’s History Month, and we’re celebrating three of the women who are shaping the future of Traverse City and beyond. As leaders of a world-class resort, a pie emporium, and the largest running club in the state, these women are creating legacies that will carry on for generations. And along the way, they’ve made our region a more wonderful place to live and visit.

Photo credit: Crystal Mountain

Snap, crackle, pop!

“Was that your back?” my massage therapist asked in disbelief. “Yes,” came my meek, muffled reply before I slipped into a deep state of zen. 

Don’t let your golf game hibernate this winter. There’s no need to fly to warmer climates to keep your skills sharp when the snow flies. There are creative ways to keep the swing, and the body, in golf shape in and around Traverse City during the offseason. 

For many a perfect vacation is much more than finding a great winery or fabulous restaurant. It’s about tracking down a cool adventure. It doesn’t have to be running a marathon or hang gliding over Lake Michigan (although you can do those things.) Sometimes it’s just being a little more adventurous than normal. So, we outlined three things that could be out of the normal for you.