# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Vets and Friends Cook-out
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Update 5-27-26  

The Lake of the Clouds Post 5600 VFW Auxiliary will be hosting Basket Raffles at Vets and Friends.  

A Craft Fair has also been added to the event and will be held across from CARQUEST, in the park and under the pavilion. Special thanks to Heather Beck for organizing! To reserve a booth, call Heather at 701-389-1466.

Update 4-16-26.
We have a new event added, Military Vehicle, Equipment & Surplus Show. This event is sponsored by the Porcupine Mountains CVB.
Best of Show $400, 1st Place $300, 2nd Place $200, 3rd Place $100.
Voting done by the public.  FREE TO ENTER!
The U.S. Air Force Academy will be at the event this year!

Update 4-1-26
Event preparations are proceeding according to schedule. As of today, we have confirmed participation from the following military recruiting organizations: the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, Army National Guard, and U.S. Marine Corps. A musical performance has also been scheduled for the event day.
Formal requests have been submitted for aerial displays from the Air National Guard and aerial demonstrations from the U.S. Coast Guard, including a Search and Rescue (SAR) demonstration.
As additional confirmations are received from participating organizations and invited guests, we will finalize event details and distribute an updated event poster accordingly.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ontonagon/vets-and-friends-cook-out/200029898264050
- **Event Categories**: car-shows, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 108

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ontonagon
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 915 River Street, Ontonagon, MI, United States, Michigan 49953
- **lat**: 46.87469
- **long**: -89.32171
- **full address**: 915 River Street, Ontonagon, MI, United States, Michigan 49953

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Vets and Friends Cook-out
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Vets and Friends Cook-out being held?
  - **A:** Vets and Friends Cook-out takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 915 River Street, Ontonagon, MI, United States, Michigan 49953.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Vets and Friends Cook-out?
  - **A:** Vets and Friends Cook-out is organized by VFW Post 5600 Ontonagon, Mi.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Vets and Friends Cook-out is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ontonagon, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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