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. 

Walking in the Cherry Royale Parade -- yeah, that's me under the big beach ball.

By MIKE NORTON

Saturday was the final day of the 2013 National Cherry Festival – the day traditionally set aside for the enormous Cherry Royale Parade, where 150 floats, bands and marching units file past

Walking on the new Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail near the Dune Climb

By MIKE NORTON

That was a great Cherry Festival week! Perfect weather, great events and really smooth coordination. But now I’m ready for some peaceful time alone with Mother Nature and away from other human beings.

If you’re

By MIKE NORTON What a strange month March is! Last Sunday, we were reading by candlelight and huddling around the fireplace waiting for the power to come back on before our pipes froze. This Sunday we were out on the deck basking in 70-degree sunshine in our swimsuits. Crazy stuff! If it holds,