Western UP Events

Summer Beach Coed Volleyball League   June 3rd through August 5th Wednesday Nights Hancock Sand Courts   6v6 coed (Minimum 3 females) Age 16+ Cost $60 per Team   email Jperala13@gmail.com with questions

The world’s first American Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture, Hancock, Michigan, is going to celebrate Juhannus (the longest, brightest day of the year) on June 17-20. In true Nordic fashion, the sunshine sticks around until 10-11 p.m. Hancock has been called the most Finnish place in the United States by National Geographic, and for good reason. Tradition is lived here every day – and with a modern twist – the Juhannus Summer Solstice Celebration is a can’t miss event for your summer trip planning. Here’s why… The full schedule is now available, featuring four days of Finnish, Sámi, Estonian, Hungarian and broader Finno-Ugric culture through

VETFEST Veteran Resource Fair Houghton County, Michigan June 17, 2026 from 11am – 2pm   MTU Student Development Complex, Houghton, Michigan All Veterans, Families, and Caregivers are Welcome   $20 gas card for the first 500 attendees – Free T-Shirt – Free meal & refreshments – Every Veteran receives a Free Raffle Ticket for Prizes at the Event – On-The-Spot VA Healthcare Enrollments Including Toxic Exposure Screenings – Reps from the Detroit VA Regional Office & Iron Mountain VA Hospital – Accredited Veteran Service Officers from Multiple Counties & Vet Svc Orgs – 80+ Service Providers, Veteran-Owned businesses, & Veteran-friendly

UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. UP Wild Gathering Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Boston Pond Nature Area *Special Guest: Pastor Sharolyn Swenson, Assistant to the Bishop, Northern Great Lakes Synod (ELCA) The UP Wild Gatherings are opportunities to connect with God and each other within our natural world.  Each Gathering has a leader who will guide the participants through readings and reflection.  The Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. No religious affiliation is necessary. Everyone is welcome!