Wolverine Weekend

ACME, Mich., April 19, 2023 – Wolverine Weekend is back at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa! Get ready to bleed maize and blue June 9-11, 2023. The weekend includes golf on The Wolverine, a meet-and-greet with current athletes like Donovan Edwards and Will Johnson, plus dinner featuring a star-studded speaker series.

Wolverine Weekend kicks off with a Woodson Whiskey tasting event on Friday, June 9 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Aerie Restaurant & Lounge. Sip and savor some of the Heisman Trophy Winner’s All-American bourbon whiskey while enjoying small plates and hors d’oeuvres on the 16th floor of the Resort’s Tower. This event requires a separate ticket that can be purchased in advance or at the door.

The weekend continues with a formal meet-and-greet and seated dinner Saturday evening. Guests will gather in the Resort's Governors' Hall for a three-course dinner and speaker series. The evening includes current football players running back Donovan Edwards, defensive back Will Johnson, linebacker Junior Colson, and tight end Colston Loveland. Plus, former Michigan quarterback Devin Garder, Sports Talk 1050 WTKA’s Sam Webb and Ira Weintraub, and award-winning author John U. Bacon.

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is home to The Wolverine golf course, Gary Player’s first signature course in Michigan. It is designed to take full advantage of the Resort’s richly diverse environment. With the same name as the iconic mascot, it is the perfect course for fans, students, alumni, and athletes to play.

Sunday morning you can listen to Sam Webb, Ira Weintraub and Devin Gardner live from Grand Traverse Resort and Spa’s Clubhouse. After the show, hit the links on The Wolverine. The golf outing includes meet-and-greet photo opportunities with players and special guests throughout the course.