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SUMMARY:The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit: The U.P. Through 250 Artifacts
DESCRIPTION:February 23\, 2026-January 2\, 2027 \nThis exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts\, photographs\, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. \nMichigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However\, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well\, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War\, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following World War II\, Ishpeming’s Gossard garment factory went on strike for better wages. Objects rarely on display include the medal awarded to a local Spanish American War nurse and a hand sewn battle flag brought home by a soldier from the War of 1812.  Visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571 for more info.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-marquette-regional-history-center-presents-the-special-exhibit-the-u-p-through-250-artifacts/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Market Season is Here
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URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/market-season-is-here/
LOCATION:Marquette Commons\, 112 S. Third St.\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:A Night Under the Big Top
DESCRIPTION:Step Right Up for the Greatest Show in Marquette County: \nU.P. Hospice Foundation Unveils ‘A Night Under the Big Top’ presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style! \nAfter ten unforgettable years of dancing\, fundraising\, and community spirit\, the beloved event is evolving! This year’s production transforms the stage into a whimsical\, high-energy circus-inspired celebration packed with excitement\, creativity\, and show-stopping performances- all in support of compassionate Hospice care throughout our community. \nUnder the glow of the big top\, local celebrity groups will team up with talented Marquette dance professionals to deliver unforgettable performances that go far beyond traditional ballroom routines. Expect theatrical storytelling\, dazzling costumes\, imaginative sets\, crowd-pleasing musicality\, and performances full of personality\, humor\, and heart. \n“This year is all about creating an experience\,” stated Dave Aro\, U.P. Hospice Foundation Executive Director. “We wanted to keep the glamour and the excitement people love while introducing something fresh\, immersive\, and incredibly fun for both the audience and performer. At the heart of it all\, though\, remains our mission: supporting Hospice care for patients and families in Marquette County.” \n  \nThe competition will feature three coveted honors: \n\nBig Top Favorite: presented to the team raising the highest amount for Hospice care \nCircle Ring  Star: selected by live judges based on performance excellence\nThe Greatest Show: awarded to the team with the ultimate combination of fundraising success and judges’ scores\n\n\n“A Night Under the Big Top- presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style” will feature ONE NIGHT ONLY of performances! The event will be held on Thursday\, October 8 at Kaufman Auditorium. Doors to the theater will open at 6:00pm with the show beginning at 6:30pm. Join us at the Ore Dock Brewing Company for The Big Top Wrap Party where you can celebrate with the cast and crew of this important fundraiser.\nVisit dwos.uphomehealth.org to purchase your tickets online or cast your vote! \nVote for your favorite Celebrity Dance Group! Online runs from Monday\, May 18 – Thursday October 8. \nTickets will go on sale on July 15 . Mobile tickets will be provided. \n  \nWe are delighted to announce this year’s lineup of stars! \n\nBreaking Moves by MyUPNow: Rebecca Bartelme\, Brianna MacLean\, Air Stassek\, Thomas Kinnunen\, Jamey Couture \nFresh Coast Beauties: Jessica Mariin\, Sharon Matulewicz\, Stephanie Perrier\, Ashley LeClaire Scheiding \, Tara Middleton\, Kacie Hanford\nGirlyPop: Brooke Grondin\, Amelia Bouws\, Helana Sharp\, Callie Tonella\nNextHome Closing Crew: Stephanie Jones\, Ben Argall\, Candi Kjellin\, Jen Hendrickson\, Jen Delmont\, Melanie Oliver\nThe Starlettes: Jessica Brooks\, Stephanie Beinlich\, Adrian Francisco\, Jamie Weigold\, Miranda Roose\, Caitlin Johnson\nTeam Range Bank – The Loan Rangers: Megan Spratling\, Skylar Lancour\, Destiny Sherbonda\, Marleigh McKinnon\, Shelby Oja\, Hanna Westra\, Sara Garvin\nYoop-Phoria: Carley Herro\, Sophia  Peterson\, Rosie Wagner\, Kaitlyn Berandt\n\n  \nOur Creative Director\, Ann Marie Frenn\, will oversee our equally sensational group of talented dance professionals as they coach\, instruct\, and choreograph the routine dance for our stars.  These dance pros are: \n\nMaureen McFadden\nAdina Belanger\nKaylee Birmann\nEden Langlois\nMariel Morton\nMilan Marietti\nKylee Taavola\n\n  \nIf you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event\, please contact Kori Bjorne at 225-4545 or korit@uphomehealth.org for the sponsorship levels. \nThe U.P. Hospice Foundation supports the “Make-A-Memory” program along with providing supplies\, services\, equipment\, and respite for Hospice families that may be unavailable to them otherwise. Some examples of what the U.P. Hospice Foundation has been able to do for hospice patients and their families include facilitating one person’s dream to see the President of the United States in person and another’s commitment to be the Matron of Honor at her great-granddaughters wedding\, through the use of an iPad that transported her virtually to the California beach ceremony. The U.P. Hospice Foundation has also been able to provide technology such as hearing aids\, tablet computers for better communication with family and friends\, and has helped create family reunions\, fishing trips\, and building a wheelchair ramp\, just to name a few. \nJoin us for an amazing night of fun and pure entertainment with all proceeds benefiting Hospice care in Marquette County. It’s about how you LIVE! For more information on the U.P. Hospice Foundation\, please contact 906-225-4545. \n### \nSince 1973\, U.P. Home Health & Hospice has been serving individuals in their home after a surgery\, illness\, or life-limiting diagnosis. Our focus is on exceptional quality care and we maintain a philosophical approach to care that focuses on empowering people to live life to the fullest. This philosophy is the drive for us to provide home health\, hospice\, and private duty. These three service lines allow clients to stay in their homes and focus on living well with seamless transitions between services if the need arises.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/a-night-under-the-big-top/
LOCATION:Kaufman Auditorium\, 611 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Beaumier Center Highlights Mary Jayne Hallifax's Photography
DESCRIPTION:exhibition opens July 9 and will be on display through Oct. 3 \nThe Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center \nThe Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at NMU will open a new exhibition July 9 that features the work of one of the U.P.’s most prolific photographers. It is titled “Munising in Black & White: The Photographs of Mary Jayne Hallifax.” She was an in-demand commercial photographer who also captured numerous candid images of her hometown over seven decades. \nHallifax died in 2025 at the age of 96 and donated many of her original negatives to photograph collector Jack Deo\, who is loaning 60 images to the Beaumier Center for the exhibit. They represent a tiny fragment of her catalog and focus specifically on the 1950s and 1960s\, depicting community events\, street scenes\, school activities and the lives of people in the community.  \nA lifelong Munising resident\, Mary Jayne (Shampine) Hallifax was a 1946 graduate of W.G. Mather High School. While working on the school’s yearbook\, she was asked by the school secretary to take\, help develop and print photographs\, and from that her lifelong love with photography began. \nAfter she graduated and started working\, Mary Jayne spent her nights taking photos and developing them. It became such a passion that she gave up her job at People’s State Bank to pursue photography full time. She soon became Munising’s most in demand commercial photographer\, especially for weddings and senior photos. However\, she also loved just wandering the streets of Munising taking candid photos of people and the general “goings-on” in the community. She even took photos for the Michigan State Police crime lab. \nIn 1948\, Mary Jayne married Richard Hallifax\, and the pair worked on photography together. He did much of the film developing and press work\, while she focused on making prints\, and her portraiture studio work with families\, wedding parties and graduating students. During her career with newspaper work and even into retirement\, she photographed seven Michigan governors on their trips to Munising: G. Mennen “Soapy” Williams\, John Swainson\, George Romney\, William Milliken\, James Blanchard\, John Engler and Rick Snyder.  \nUp until her 95th birthday\, she had a weekly column “All About Town with Mary Jayne” or “Down Memory Lane in Alger County” for the Marquette Mining Journal and years earlier for the Munising News. \nThe exhibition will be on display through Oct. 3 at the Beaumier Center’s gallery in 223 Harden Hall at NMU. The center’s summer hours are noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is free and open to the public.  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/beaumier-center-highlights-mary-jayne-hallifaxs-photography/
LOCATION:NMU Beaumier Heritage Center\, 1401 Presque Avenue\, Gries Hall\,\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership to Host Delegation from Higashiomi Japan
DESCRIPTION:The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is proud to announce the 2026 incoming delegation from our sister city Higashiomi\, Japan\, celebrating our 47th year of sister city relations. A delegation of seven Higashiomi citizens will arrive in Marquette on July 19 and depart on July 29\, 2026\, \nOur seven delegates are the Deputy Mayor\, a Higashiomi City Council member\, Higashiomi City Staff\, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, Higashiomi International Exchange Association\, and Higashiomi citizens. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is led by Higashiomi Deputy Mayor Namikawa. Host families are needed to host our seven delegates. Delegates will be in the Marquette Area for 11 days and 10 nights.   \nDelegation visits include two host family days and seven community days provided by the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership.    \nFor an application form or for more information\, visit http://www.mqtsistercity.org/\, contact the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership at contact@mqtsistercity.org\, or contact Board Members Bill Brazier at (906) 869-4859 or Collin Banger at (616) 368-2624.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-area-sister-cities-partnership-to-host-delegation-from-higashiomi-japan/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:A Night Under the Big Top- Presented by Dancing with our Stars Ticket Sales!
DESCRIPTION:The U.P. Hospice Foundation is excited to announce that tickets will go on sale for the general public on July 20th for its signature annual fundraiser\, A Night Under the Big Top – presented by Dancing with Our Stars Marquette County Style\, taking place Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\, at Kaufman Auditorium. \nAfter ten years of entertaining sold-out audiences\, this year’s production introduces an exciting new circus-inspired theme that promises an unforgettable evening of music\, dance\, theatrical performances\, dazzling costumes\, and larger-than-life entertainment—all while supporting compassionate Hospice care for families throughout Marquette County. \nTickets are $50 and include admission to both the live performance and an exclusive Big Top Wrap Party at Ore Dock Brewing Company immediately following the show. Guests will have the opportunity to celebrate with the celebrity performers\, dance professionals\, volunteers\, and sponsors while enjoying the excitement of the evening’s results. (Cash bar available.) \n“This year’s show is unlike anything we’ve done before\,” said Dave Aro\, Executive Director of the U.P. Hospice Foundation. “We’ve created an immersive experience that combines incredible local talent with an important mission. Every ticket purchased helps provide comfort\, dignity\, and meaningful moments for Hospice patients and their families.” \nDoors to Kaufman Auditorium open at 6:00 p.m.\, with the show beginning at 6:30 p.m. As always\, audience members will watch local celebrity teams perform alongside talented dance professionals in a competition for three coveted honors: \n\nBig Top Favorite – Awarded to the team raising the most funds for Hospice care.\nCircle Ring Star – Selected by the judges for outstanding performance.\nThe Greatest Show – Presented to the team earning the highest combined judges’ scores and fundraising totals.\n\nThis year’s celebrity teams include: \n\nBreaking Moves by MyUPNow\nFresh Coast Beauties\nGirlyPop\nNextHome Closing Crew\nThe Starlettes\nTeam Range Bank – The Loan Rangers\nYoop-Phoria\n\nUnder the creative direction of Ann Marie Frenn\, each team has been working alongside local dance professionals to prepare performances that are imaginative\, entertaining\, and full of heart. \nIn addition to purchasing tickets\, community members can support their favorite celebrity team by casting votes online throughout the fundraising campaign. Every vote helps raise funds for Hospice care in our community. \nProceeds from the event benefit the U.P. Hospice Foundation\, supporting programs that help fulfill final wishes\, provide equipment and comfort items\, assist caregivers\, and create meaningful experiences for Hospice patients and their loved ones. Through the Foundation’s Make-A-Memory Program\, donations have made it possible for patients to reunite with family\, attend milestone celebrations virtually\, enjoy fishing trips\, receive specialized equipment\, and experience countless moments that otherwise may not have been possible. \nTickets are expected to sell quickly. To purchase tickets or vote for your favorite celebrity team\, visit dwos.uphomehealth.org. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening under the big top where every performance helps make a difference in the lives of local Hospice patients and families.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/a-night-under-the-big-top-presented-by-dancing-with-our-stars-ticket-sales/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Reverse Draw Raffle
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URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/reverse-draw-raffle/
LOCATION:Ore Dock Brewing Co.\, 114 W Spring St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:17th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival Returns to Marquette on Saturday\, September 12
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, September 12 (1-6pm) \nWhere: Marquette’s Mattson Lower Harbor Park \nThe countdown is on for the 17th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival hosted by the Michigan Brewers Guild\, coming up on Saturday\, September 12 (1-6pm) along the Lake Superior shoreline in Marquette’s Mattson Lower Harbor Park. Nearly 70 Michigan breweries will be participating\, sampling a collective 372 beers in 73 different styles. View the entire list here: U.P. 2026 Brewery & Beer List.  \n  \nTickets are on sale now at MiBeer.com and are 55perpersoninadvance(65 the day of). Those wanting to enter the festival an hour early can purchase a VIP ticket for 75inadvance(85 the day of). Current Enthusiast Members are also admitted at Noon and are invited to sample exclusive beers with timed releases for the duration of the festival in the Enthusiast Tent. Admission is for those 21+ with valid I.D. and are held rain or shine.  \n  \nThis year’s musical entertainment includes the Dan Trudell Organ Trio and Ramble Tamble.  \n  \nAs always\, a selection of food vendors will be set up around the park including Rollin’ Smoke Barbeque\, The Island\, Journeys Eatz\, Bergy Bread and Gordon’s Fish and Chips.  \n  \nThe Michigan Brewers Guild was formed in 1997 and held its first festival in July 1998. Today\, the Guild hosts four festivals dedicated exclusively to Michigan beer produced by its nearly 300 member breweries.  \n  \nThe Michigan Brewers Guild is the network of innovative and passionate brewers that serves as the recognized advocate for the Michigan craft beer industry. Michigan’s thriving brewing industry contributes more than 17\,000 full-time jobs and $700 million in labor income / wages\, with a total economic impact of over $2.4 billion. In terms of overall number of breweries\, microbreweries and brewpubs\, Michigan ranks #6 in the nation-supporting its title as “The Great Beer State.” \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/17th-annual-u-p-fall-beer-festival-returns-to-marquette-on-saturday-september-12/
LOCATION:Lower Harbor Park\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, August 13 through September 17\, 2026\, from 1:30-3:00 pm EST\, \nIshpeming Senior Center\, 121 Greenwood Street\, Ishpeming.  \n  \nPowerful Tools for Caregivers\, a six-week in-person workshop\, designed for the non-professional\, informal family caregiver\, will be held on Thursdays\, August 13 through September 17\, 2026\, from 1:30-3:00 pm EST\, at the Ishpeming Senior Center\, 121 Greenwood Street\, Ishpeming.  \nResearch studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition\, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation\, make tough decisions\, reduce guilt\, anger and depression\, communicate effectively\, set goals and problem solve\, and take better care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Caregivers will benefit from the workshop whether they are helping a parent\, spouse\, or friend living at home\, in long-term care or across the country. The workshop focuses on self-care for the caregiver\, not on specific diseases or hands-on caregiving. \nPowerful Tools for Caregivers is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) in partnership with Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. There is no charge for this workshop\, but registration is required. Class size is limited. \nTo register\, visit www.upcap.org (click on Events) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday\, 8 am to 4 pm for assistance. Registration ends when the class is full or on August 3. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-workshop-12/
LOCATION:Ishpeming Senior Center\, 121 Greenwood St\, Ishpeming\, MI\, 49849\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, September (4\, 11\, 18\, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks\, seated meditation\, and movement practices. All individuals\, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation\, are welcome to attend.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-33/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette County Walk for Hope
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 19\, the Marquette County Suicide Prevention Alliance\, along with several community organizations\, businesses\, and community members\, will gather for the annual Marquette Cunty Walk for Hope to benefit local suicide prevention and postvention programming in Marquette Cunty.  The annual walk will be held in person in Ishpeming at Al Quaal. \n  \nThe Walk Committee urges all community members to attend to honor the spirit of the event and recognize the importance of suicide prevention while supporting suicide loss survivors\, attempt survivors\, and the families and loved ones of those who struggle. \n  \nCommunity members are encouraged to pre-register\, especially if they wan to order a walk shirt.  The deadline for shirt orders is august 28.  To register\, visit:  https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Ishpeming/MarquetteCountyWalkforHope.  Walkers can also create their own fundraiser to raise funds and collect donations. \n  \nAgain this year\, community members will have the opportunity to submit a picture of a loved one at no cost\, and the Alliance will create and display memorial signs along the walk route. \n  \nThe Marquette County Suicide Prevention Alliance also continues to promote community resources\, including free\, one-hour suicide prevention training for any group\, organization\, or business\, as well as Survivors of Suicide grief support groups for adults. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-county-walk-for-hope-2/
LOCATION:Al Quaal Recreation Area\, 501 Poplar Street\, Ishpeming\, Michigan\, 49849
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette County Walk For Hope
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URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-county-walk-for-hope-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T130000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Morning Farmers Market \n\nSaturdays\, May 16 – Nov.\, 9 am – 1 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/saturday-morning-farmers-market-18/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T160000
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SUMMARY:Big Bay Stewardship Council 6th Annual Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Draver Park\, Hoffman St.\, Big Bay\, MI \n  \nDiscover Big Bay will host its sixth annual Fall Fest on Saturday\, Sept. 19\, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Draver Park in Big Bay. \n  \nThe community celebration will offer a variety of activities for all ages\, including a car show\, local food trucks\, artisan vendors\, a bounce house\, live music and family-friendly activities. The event invites residents and visitors to celebrate the fall season while connecting with the Big Bay community. \n  \nFor more information\, contact director@bigbaystewardship.org. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/big-bay-stewardship-council-6th-annual-fall-fest/
LOCATION:Draver Park\, Big Bay\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T180000
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SUMMARY:Lake Linden Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Lake Linden Farmers Market \n  \nFridays 3-6 pm \nLocated in the Lake Linden Village Park \nJune through to September \n  \nlakelindenfarmersmarket.com \nfacebook.com/lakelindenmi \ninstagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket \nlakelindenmarket@gmail.com
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/lake-linden-farmers-market-17/
LOCATION:Lake Linden Village Park\, Lake Linden\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T150000
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: 1-ON-1 Tech Coaching for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September (1\, 8\, 15 & 22)\, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  \nLocal History Research Room\, Peter White Public Library.  \nNeed help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Need help utilizing the library’s Memory Lab or navigating Libby? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want\, with the help of Christine Ault\, retired teacher and coach\, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 3 PM  in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule a 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device and have your questions prepared before each session. Bring your passwords and pins as needed. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-1-on-1-tech-coaching-for-seniors-20/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T213259Z
CREATED:20260814T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T213259Z
UID:6948-1790074800-1790078400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Dementia Caregiver Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DCS flyer 091526-092926 \n  \nDementia Caregiving Series\, a three-part online program designed for family caregivers of people with dementia\, will be held on Tuesdays\, September 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2026 from 11:00 am – noon (Eastern) via Zoom. \n  \nDuring the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function\, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia\, recognize stages of dementia\, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia\, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors\, and learn strategies and benefits of self-care. Each session is an hour long. \n There is no charge for this program\, but registration is required. To register\, visit www.upcap.org (click on EVENTS) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday\, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern) for assistance. Registration ends when the class is full or on September 4. Participants must have a device with internet connection and email address to attend.  \nDementia Caregiving Series is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP).
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/dementia-caregiver-workshop-2/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260814T214458Z
CREATED:20260814T214458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T214458Z
UID:6958-1790100000-1790103600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, September (4\, 11\, 18\, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks\, seated meditation\, and movement practices. All individuals\, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation\, are welcome to attend.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-29/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T235959
DTSTAMP:20260827T134010Z
CREATED:20260827T134010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T134010Z
UID:7078-1790208000-1790294399@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:17th Annual FALL COLOR TOUR ORV RIDE
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL SENIORS!  MI-TRALE invites YOU to join them on the 17th Annual FALL COLOR TOUR ORV RIDE \nThursday\, September 24th\, 2026 \n  \nMI-TRALE would like to take you on a trail ride in a Side by Side ORV so you can enjoy the Fall Colors\nThe RIDE is FREE and includes a Pasty Lunch\nYou MUST make RESERVATIONS to go on the ride\, please CALL before Monday\, Sept. 21\, 2026\, Dave—906-884-6617 if no answer please leave message \n  \nTOUR #1 – 9:15am ET – meet/park at the Ontonagon County Fair grounds\, please be on time. Next you will get in a Side by Side & take the trail to Twin Lakes for lunch. After lunch around 12:30 the bus will take you back to the fair grounds. \nTOUR #2 – 11:00am ET meet/park at the Ontonagon Fair Grounds. The bus will take you to Twin Lakes for lunch. After lunch you will get in a Side by Side and head for the Fair grounds arriving around 2:30 pm ET where you will need your own ride home. BE SURE TO DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR THE WEATHER\, gloves and hats recommended \nIf you have your own ATV or Side by Side bring it and join us. You still need to make reservations even when bringing your own machine! \n  \nMI-TRALE\, TWIN LAKES STATE PARK\, TWIN LAKES FIRE DEPARTMENT\, KRUPPS MINI MART\, AREA ORV DEALERS & RENTAL AGENCIES & ALL THE VOLUNTEERS THAT MAKE THIS RIDE POSSIBLE
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/17th-annual-fall-color-tour-orv-ride/
LOCATION:Ontonagon County Fair Grounds\, Ontonagon\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T215138Z
CREATED:20260814T215138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T215138Z
UID:6968-1790337600-1790341200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, September (4\, 11\, 18\, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks\, seated meditation\, and movement practices. All individuals\, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation\, are welcome to attend.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-34/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T235959
DTSTAMP:20260828T204921Z
CREATED:20260828T204921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T204921Z
UID:7097-1790380800-1790467199@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:4th Annual "Hike Every Mile"
DESCRIPTION:When:  Sept 26th \nWhere: Marquette Area Chapter’s 110-mile stretch of the North Country Trail \n  \nDon’t miss out! Join us for the 4th Annual “Hike Every Mile” celebration of National Public Lands Day. Each year\, hikers from across the area join forces to cover every mile of the Marquette Area Chapter’s 110-mile stretch of the North Country Trail\, all in a single day. \n  \nThis year\, we’re aiming for our biggest turnout yet. Whether you hike solo or as a group\, you’ll be part of something that celebrates our trail community. \n  \nYou or your group can sign up to hike one or more segments on Sept 26th. When you’re finished\, let us know what you completed\, and we’ll track our collective progress on a map. \n  \nAnd if you’d like to celebrate with us afterward\, you’re invited to join us at 6 p.m. at the 906 Adventure Team Base Camp for food\, prizes\, and a chance to see just how much of the trail we covered together. \n  \nFor more details\, or to sign up\, CLICK HERE. \n  \nLet’s hike every mile\, together! 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/4th-annual-hike-every-mile/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T142154Z
CREATED:20260529T142154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T142154Z
UID:6092-1790413200-1790424000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Debweyendan Believe in it People's Gardens
DESCRIPTION:GITIGE he/she gardens \n  \nVOLUNTEER WITH US \nDebweyendan Believe in it People’s Gardens \nSaturdays:  9 am – Noon \n  \n2026 Season Dates \nSeptember 26 \nOctober 10 & 24 \n  \nLots of ways to help with gardening\, including mulching\, weeding\, harvesting\, pruning\, and watering.  In appreciation of your assistance\, you can select a high-quality garden tool or a gardening book whenever you engage.  Everyone is welcome\, including beginners. \n  \nOur community Teaching Garden\, located at 16037 Brewery Road in L’Anse\, is cared for by the KBIC natural Resources Department.  For more information\, please contact Anthony Johnson at 906-524-5757 ext. 4242 or Karena Schmidt at 906-337-2079.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/debweyendan-believe-in-it-peoples-gardens-8/
LOCATION:DIGS Community Garden\, 16307 Brewery Road\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260102T211255Z
CREATED:20260102T211255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T211255Z
UID:4294-1790413200-1790427600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Morning Farmers Market \n\nSaturdays\, May 16 – Nov.\, 9 am – 1 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/saturday-morning-farmers-market-19/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T210518Z
CREATED:20260828T210518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T210518Z
UID:7108-1790418600-1790420400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, September (12\, 26)\, 2026. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nSongs\, rhymes\, stories and finger-plays geared towards babies through preschool with a loving adult. Older siblings and older children welcome.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-saturday-storytime-20/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260814T212600Z
CREATED:20260814T212600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T212600Z
UID:6940-1790418600-1790445600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Retreat 2026 Flyer \n  \nUpper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) will host a Caregiver Retreat on Saturday\, September 26\, 9:45 am-5:00 pm Central Time (10:45 am – 6:00 pm Eastern) at Fortune Lake Camp\, 138 Fortune Lake Camp Road\, Crystal Falls\, Michigan. \nThis daylong event is designed to provide rest and rejuvenation for non-professional family caregivers from the Upper Peninsula. The day will include structured activities such as a nature hike\, an art project and yoga. Other activities such as a caregiver support group meeting\, a cooking and nutrition class\, and time at the waterfront. In addition\, participants can enjoy a chair massage from a professional massage therapist if they like. Activities will be lead by Registered Dietitian and Certified Yoga Instructor Pam Roose from Inspiring Roots\, and assisted by Della Juliano\, Health and Caregiver Educator\, from UPCAP. \nThis Caregiver Retreat will provide the opportunity for family caregivers to rest\, relax and share their caregiving experiences with others who have similar circumstances. Taking time off from caregiving to rest and rejuvenate is a necessity for caregivers to decrease stress and increase good health and wellbeing. \nHarvard Health.edu states: “Taking a break can help you restore a sense of who you are\, and allow you to bring your ‘best self’ back to your role as a caregiver.” \nThe cost for the Caregiver Retreat is $30 (non-refundable) and includes lunch and a chair massage. Register at www.upcap.org and click on Events or dial 2-1-1 for assistance. Registration ends September 11. Space is limited. \nThis event is for non-professional family caregivers only.  
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/caregiver-retreat/
LOCATION:Fortune Lake Camp\, 138 Fortune Lake Camp Rd\, Crystal Falls\, MI\, 49920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T155036Z
CREATED:20260417T155036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T155036Z
UID:5626-1790434800-1790445600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Lake Linden Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Lake Linden Farmers Market \n  \nFridays 3-6 pm \nLocated in the Lake Linden Village Park \nJune through to September \n  \nlakelindenfarmersmarket.com \nfacebook.com/lakelindenmi \ninstagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket \nlakelindenmarket@gmail.com
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/lake-linden-farmers-market-18/
LOCATION:Lake Linden Village Park\, Lake Linden\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T213406Z
CREATED:20260814T213406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T213406Z
UID:6950-1790679600-1790683200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Dementia Caregiver Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DCS flyer 091526-092926 \n  \nDementia Caregiving Series\, a three-part online program designed for family caregivers of people with dementia\, will be held on Tuesdays\, September 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2026 from 11:00 am – noon (Eastern) via Zoom. \n  \nDuring the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function\, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia\, recognize stages of dementia\, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia\, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors\, and learn strategies and benefits of self-care. Each session is an hour long. \n There is no charge for this program\, but registration is required. To register\, visit www.upcap.org (click on EVENTS) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday\, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern) for assistance. Registration ends when the class is full or on September 4. Participants must have a device with internet connection and email address to attend.  \nDementia Caregiving Series is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP).
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/dementia-caregiver-workshop-3/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260814T214623Z
CREATED:20260814T214623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T214623Z
UID:6960-1790704800-1790708400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, September (4\, 11\, 18\, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks\, seated meditation\, and movement practices. All individuals\, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation\, are welcome to attend.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-30/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T235959
DTSTAMP:20260820T134908Z
CREATED:20260820T134908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T134908Z
UID:7017-1790812800-1791071999@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Canal Colors Festival
DESCRIPTION:The second-annual Canal Colors Festival takes over downtown Houghton Oct. 1-3\, bringing several of the Keweenaw’s favorite fall traditions together for one packed weekend along the Portage Canal. The festival combines Plaidurday\, Brew Street\, the Keweenaw Color Run and Houghton Fall Fest\, while adding new events\, competitions and activities throughout the weekend. \n\nCoordinated by Visit Keweenaw\, the City of Houghton and Circle UP\, formerly Keweenaw Young Professionals\, Canal Colors was built around one of the Keweenaw’s best fall backdrops: downtown Houghton and the Portage Canal\, where steep hills on both sides of the water turn with the season and reflect across the canal. Thank you to Michigan Tech University and Houghton High School for helping host the Friday afternoon Plaidurday Photo. \n\n“Fall in the Keweenaw already puts on a pretty incredible show\, so we figured we might as well throw a party around it\,” said Jesse Wiederhold\, Visit Keweenaw managing director. “Canal Colors takes events people already love\, gives them room to grow and adds enough new stuff that you could spend basically the entire weekend downtown. We want this to become one of those weekends people put on their calendar every year.” \n\nPlaidurday goes after Houghton’s 2023 world record: Friday\, Oct. 2\, starts with one very large goal: putting Houghton’s Plaidurday world record even further out of reach.  \n\nIn October 2023\, 1\,745 people dressed in plaid packed Houghton High School’s football field for the Keweenaw Plaidurday Photo. Organizers are calling the community back to the field this year to try to top it. \n\nGates open at 1 p.m.\, with the official photo taken at 1:30 p.m. sharp. The Michigan Tech Pep Band will provide music\, and attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods or nonperishable food items for a community food drive. \n\nThis year also adds the Keweenaw Color Run 100\, a short sprint down the football field track. Eight plaid-clad participants will be randomly selected from interested attendees to race for $250 in Keweenaw Cash\, sponsored by the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce. Free plaid-themed merchandise will also be distributed while supplies last. \n\nBrew Street gets bigger — and weirder: Friday evening\, the party moves downtown. \n\nBrew Street returns from 5-9 p.m. Friday\, Oct. 2\, transforming Lakeshore Drive behind Keweenaw Brewing Company into a waterfront block party with live music\, food trucks\, yard games and Social District beverages. \n\nBeautiful Problem performs from 5-7 p.m.\, followed by Chad Borgen & The Collective from 7-9 p.m. \n\nThis year\, Brew Street expands beyond KBC with participating downtown businesses offering Social District drinks to-go\, including Beviamo Vino and The Den. Participating fundraisers will benefit the Carnegie Museum of the Keweenaw\, including KBC\, Beviamo and The Den donating $1 from every Social District pint sold during the event. More will be added. \n\nAt 7 p.m.\, Brew Street pauses for a second massive Plaidurday photo. \n\nThen things get interesting. Enter: Lumberjack Lovin’. One of Canal Colors’ strangest — and potentially most competitive — new events debuts at 7 p.m. Friday. Sign ups are live now. \n\nLumberjack Lovin’ is part flannel fashion show\, part competition and part singles mixer. \nUp to 10 single contestants\, ages 21 and older\, will strut through Brew Street and compete for the crowd in categories including Best Lumberjack Look\, Best Beard and Best Lumberjack Pickup Line + Runway Approach. \n\nA judging panel and crowd reaction will determine the winner\, who takes home $400 in Keweenaw Cash. Every contestant receives a $10 Beviamo gift card before heading to Beviamo following the competition for an official photo\, prize pickup and optional singles mixer. \nAnd yes\, attendees who like what they see may have a chance to go on a date with one of the lumberjacks. All adults and identities ages 21 and older are welcome to compete. \n\nFriday also gets supersized with the Canal Colors Giant Pumpkin Contest\, organized by Wolf’s Head Film. Locally grown giant pumpkins will take over the Houghton Pier throughout Friday and Saturday\, with the heaviest earning its grower a $300 cash prize. The winner will be announced during Brew Street Friday evening. \n\nSaturday packs the waterfront. Canal Colors isn’t sleeping in Saturday. The Keweenaw Color Run kicks things off at 10 a.m. with an all-ages 5K run\, walk\, jog or frolic beginning on the Houghton Pier. Participants start with a group color toss before traveling through color stations along a route toward Prince’s Point\, through Michigan Tech’s campus and back downtown along College Avenue. The Color Run is a fundraiser organized by Circle UP. \n\nThen\, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.\, Houghton Fall Fest takes over the waterfront with live music\, giant pumpkins\, kids’ games and activities\, free cider and donuts while supplies last and a lineup that could only really happen in the U.P. Big Goat Farms will offer free tractor rides throughout Fall Fest. \n\nThe Otter River Sled Dog Training Center and Wilderness Adventure team will bring sled dogs downtown for a meet-and-greet\, giving visitors a chance to meet some future racers and learn how the dogs prepare for the CopperDog in March. \n\nAt 1 p.m.\, things get messy. Up to 10 contestants will face off in the Keweenaw Pie Eating Contest\, sponsored by Range Bank. Competitors get five minutes to eat as much pie as possible\, with a 30-second lightning round settling any tie. \n\nThe winner receives $400 cash plus a custom pie-themed leather piece created by Keweenaw leathermaker Dead Miners. \n\nPumpkin sales are also being planned for the event\, giving visitors a chance to take a little piece of Fall Fest home for Halloween. \n\nStart Thursday\, explore all weekend. Canal Colors actually begins Thursday\, Oct. 1\, with pre-festival events on both sides of the Portage Canal. \n\nILO Creative hosts a Plaid Paint N’ Sip Night and wine tasting at Small Craft in Hancock from 6-8 p.m.\, while Beviamo in downtown Houghton hosts Plaid BINGO from 6-8 p.m. with Keweenaw Cash and plaid-themed prizes. \n\nThe Digital Plaidurday Passport also opens Thursday and runs through Sunday\, Oct. 4\, encouraging visitors to explore participating businesses\, attractions and festival stops throughout the Keweenaw. \n\nPassport locations include the Keweenaw Plaidurday Photo\, Carnegie Museum\, Houghton-Douglass Falls\, Surplus Outlet\, Prickly Pine\, Quincy Mine & Smelter Tours and the Keweenaw Welcome Center. Participants who complete the passport will be entered for a chance to win Keweenaw merchandise. More spots may be added\, stay tuned. \n\n“We didn’t want Canal Colors to just be another event where you show up for two hours and leave\,” Wiederhold said. “Come downtown Thursday. Wear plaid Friday. Stay for Brew Street. Run through a cloud of color Saturday morning\, eat a donut\, pet a sled dog\, watch somebody inhale pie and then go explore the Keweenaw. There is a lot happening\, but that’s kind of the point.” \nCanal Colors Festival runs Oct. 1-3\, 2026\, with Digital Plaidurday Passport activities continuing through Sunday\, Oct. 4. \n\nFestival activities are centered in downtown Houghton\, the Houghton waterfront and Houghton High School. For the latest schedule\, registration information and event updates\, visit www.canalcolorsfestival.com.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/2nd-annual-canal-colors-festival/
LOCATION:Houghton\, Houghton
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261002T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T235959
DTSTAMP:20260814T220013Z
CREATED:20260814T220013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T220013Z
UID:6980-1790899200-1791158399@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:MARQUETTE FALL ENDURO
DESCRIPTION:2375 M-553\, Marquette\, MI 49855 \nDates: October 2\, 2026 – October 4\, 2026 \nRecurrence: Recurring daily \nVISIT WEBSITE \nMore information \nDESCRIPTION \nEnduro is the ultimate mountain bike race. Starts with a casual climb to the top with your buddies\, and a timed run on the way down. There will be several stages of ranging difficulty and length in which you can test your skills. The lowest combined time of these mostly downhill stages wins! There will be a set time in which you must complete all of the stages. Bring everything you would on a normal trail ride lasting a few hours\, water\, food\, tools\, etc. \n  \n********************************* \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-fall-enduro/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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