# Events & Things To Do In Mackinaw City This Weekend | April 17-19, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Mackinaw City is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Mackinaw City this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Mackinaw City

- **Event Name**: Puzzle Night
  - **Description**: Puzzle Night (a fun, low-key night to unwind!)
    •    500-piece puzzle challenge
    •    $20 per team (max 4 people per team)
    •    Only 4 teams total (limited spots!)
    •    6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    •    You’ll have 1.5 hours to complete the puzzle
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mackinaw-city/puzzle-night/200029897160900
  - **Venue**: 516 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701
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## Trending Events in Mackinaw City

- **Event Name**: Fire at Night!
  - **Description**: An America250 event! This will be one of the coolest things you see all summer. Experience the power of Michilimackinac’s weapons at night. Gates open at 9:00 p.m. Rifle firing will start at dusk; cannon firing will be after dark. 

This is a free event;
  - **Venue**: Colonial Michilimackinac, Mackinaw City
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- **Event Name**: Fort Fright
  - **Description**: Lanterns light your way through an 18th-century fort and fur trading village overrun by werewolves, witches, goblins and ghouls. Storytellers weave spooky folktales near bonfires and treats such as hot mulled cider, cookies and candy can be found througho
  - **Venue**: Colonial Michilimackinac, Mackinaw City
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- **Event Name**: Colonial Michilimackinac Opening Day
  - **Description**: Step into Michilimackinac 1776: First Strike, as Colonial Michilimackinac opens for the 2026 season and we continue our America250 celebration!

Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village, reconstructed based o
  - **Venue**: Colonial Michilimackinac
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- **Event Name**: A Colonial Christmas
  - **Description**: The sun sets on the Straits of Mackinac. Fires crackle in stone hearths. The smell of treats and warm beverages fill the crisp winter air. Laughter, conversation, and more can be heard emanating from inside the palisaded walls. It’s ‘A Colonial Christmas’
  - **Venue**: Colonial Michilimackinac, Mackinaw City
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- **Event Name**: Annual Strawberry Social
  - **Description**: We are honored to celebrate our country’s 250th birthday! In partnership with Pinecrest, Big Stone Bay Fishery and Momma Mia’s we will scoop out delicious home town goodness. Biscuit, Vanilla ice cream and sliced and sweetened to perfection strawberries d
  - **Venue**: Mackinaw City Marina Lawn
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- **Event Name**: Moonlit Michilimackinac
  - **Description**: A rare opportunity to enjoy an evening at this 1770s fur trading village to watch the sunset over the Straits of Mackinac, talk with interpretive staff, learn about the nighttime routines of the historic residents of Michilimackinac, and explore select bu
  - **Venue**: Colonial Michilimackinac Secondary Entrance, Mackinaw City
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- **Event Name**: Mackinaw Steel
  - **Description**: MACKINAW STEEL: A JOURNEY THROUGH AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY
June 5-7, 2026

E-mail director@mackinawcity.com to pre-register now!

What to Expect:  
A curated display of rare and historic cars, 1900s to 1973 and 1974 to present day show cars 
Live music, vendors
  - **Venue**: 248 S. Huron Ave., 49701
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- **Event Name**: Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Opening Day
  - **Description**: Come see why some things were just meant to be seen. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse opens for the 2026 season! Tour the tower, experience the Fog Signal Whistle, and explore the “Castle on the Straits.”

A point in the storm and a guiding beacon since 1889
  - **Venue**: Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
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- **Event Name**: National Lighthouse Day Open House
  - **Description**: Join us for spectacular views of the Straits of Mackinac with a free, self-guided tour to the top of the lighthouse tower in celebration of National Lighthouse Day! Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments while supplies last.
  - **Venue**: McGulpin Point Lighthouse
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** Puzzle Night (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at 516 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Mackinaw City this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Puzzle Night (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at 516 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Mackinaw City in April 2026?
  - **A:** Puzzle Night (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at 516 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Mackinaw City on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Mackinaw City include 516 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Mackinaw City include Strait to the Roots.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Mackinaw City?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Mackinaw City.

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