Keep It In The UP!

Annual Ishpeming Ski Jumping Tournament
2025-12-18 11:00 UTC | Michgian
Business Route 28 , Ishpeming, MI 49849

Dates: January 16, 2026 – January 18, 2026

Launch into winter action by attending the longest consecutive ski jumping tournament in the country! Come watch U.S. and International ski jumpers defy gravity as they soar off the historic K90, Ski Jump. This family-friendly, fun for all event is filled with tailgating, a beer tent, food trucks, concessions, giant bonfires while watching the athletes compete, and fireworks.

Friday, January 16 7:00 PM

The weekend begins with a U.S. Cup competition on the K90, part of the regional Four Hills Tournament circuit featuring the top athletes in the country. Friday also opens the Junior World Qualifier on the K90 hill, where athletes start their pursuit of a place at the FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships in Trondheim, Norway!

Saturday, January 17 6:00 PM

The morning starts off with the Nordic Combined cross-country ski race on the Ishpeming Ski Club’s Norman Juhola Trail System.

The evening brings the Paul Bietila Memorial Ski Jumping Tournament – Ski jumpers from all over the U.S.A. will test their abilities to fly as far as possible with the best style. Fans can also enjoy the unique Target Jump event, where athletes compete for precision by trying to land on a predetermined mark near the K-point, a true test of control, distance, and accuracy.

Sunday, January 18 11:00 AM

Nordic Combined ski race on the Norman Juhola Trail System, and then all eyes turn to the future with our Junior Ski Jumping Tournament on the K13, K25, and K40 hills.

Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Get your button (ticket) in advance at retailers across the county. Parking costs are $10 and will be located off-site with a shuttle to the hill.

Online ticket sales are available! Visit ishskiclub.com for details.

PWPL: Third Thursday Roundtable
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Noon – 1:00p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Share tips and tricks with other android and Apple cell phone users. Drop in anytime between Noon and 1 PM. No registration required. Bring your cellphone and a friend. Contact the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 if you have questions.

HOLIDAY LASERS ON THE ORE DOCK
2025-12-18 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-26 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Lower Harbor Ore Dock, City Multi Use Path, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock.

This free, family-friendly show offers something new each week from festive and winter-themed scenes to colorful, abstract displays inspired by Marquette itself. While you’re downtown, warm up with dinner, local brews, or a little holiday shopping just steps away.

2025 DATES
November 20 – December 27 & New Year’s Eve

Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 6-9 PM

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2025-12-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, December (5, 12, 19, 26) 2025.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.
In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or
visit pwpl.info.

PWPL: Global Cinema: Ingmar Bergman’s Fanny & Alexander
2025-12-19 12:00 - 15:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, December 19, 2025.
12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this semi-autobiographical 1982 Christmas period drama, famed Swedish director Ingmar Bergman tells the story of two siblings growing up in turn-of-the-20th century Sweden. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Light Up Baraga County
2025-12-20 11:00 | L’Anse, L'Anse, Michigam
Light Up Baraga County
December 20th, 2025

Free Event & Open to All. Gather Friends, Family, Groups, and bring a Lighted Float
Please pick up application to register for your float at Village of L’Anse or CVB information Center.

11-2 Children event at American Legion 144
3pm Santa arrives American Legion
5pm downtown streets will be closed follow detours
5:30pm Start of Parade
6pm – 9pm Open Skating
At parade end: Tree Li9ghting Waterfront Park

Parade route: Meadowbrook floats / Main Street Big rigs join together they go down Main Street turn left at Broad intersection, turn right on 4th Street, turn right down Baraga Avenue and making it down to tree lighting at Waterfront Park.

Christmas Carnival
2025-12-20 11:00 - 16:00 | American Legion Post 144, 115 N. Front Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Christmas Carnival

December 20th from 11am to 2pm
Santa will be here 3pm
L’Anse American Legion Post #144

Hotdogs, Popcorn, Hot Chocolate, Cake Walk, Cotton Candy
Games for the Kids

Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive
2025-12-20 12:00 - 18:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive
Join and help improve and expand trails

December 20th from 12p to 6pm
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce

Holiday Open House and additional festivities at the Marquette Regional History Center
2025-12-21 16:00 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Holiday Open House
December 10, 6:30pm at the Marquette Regional History Center
Wrap up the calendar year with a gathering of greetings. This year, join us for a reading by Bruce Closser of “A Visit from St. Nicholas.” Known to most as the poem, “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” this verse and some special surprises will cheer your winter eve. Light refreshments. Free, donations appreciated. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.

Tuba Christmas
December 7, 1:30pm at the Marquette Regional History Center
Join us for the start of the holiday season with Tuba Christmas. We are happy to host this joyful and humorous concert! Doors open at 1:00. Free, donations appreciated and will support the History Center.

Brass Choir
December 21, 4:00pm at the Marquette Regional History Center
Come with your hot cocoa and your listening ears! Enjoy beautiful brass music with the whole family. Free, donations appreciated and will support the History Center.

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette
2025-12-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays, December (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2025.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person
mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend. For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Special Meeting Notice
2025-12-30 11:00 | Marquette County Courthouse, 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
The Marquette County Board of Commissioners will meet in Special Session on Tuesday December 30th at 11:00 Am.
To be held in county commissioner room 231 at the Marquette County courthouse.
Special Meeting 12.30.2025
SP Meeting Notice – 12.30.25

Marquette NYE Ball Drop
2025-12-31 00:00 - 23:59 | Michgian
Ring in the New Year in Downtown Marquette at the annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. With the 100 block of Washington closed down for the event and hundreds in attendance, there’s no better way to celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of the next!

Downtown Houghton Celebrate New Year's Eve
2025-12-31 18:00 | Houghton, Houghton
Downtown Houghton Invites the Community to Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Shelden Avenue
Downtown Houghton is ringing in the New Year with a full evening of celebrations, family friendly activities, special dining experiences, and late night
entertainment: all happening along historic Shelden Avenue. Residents and visitors alike are invited to spend their entire evening downtown and enjoy a vibrant lineup of events.
The festivities begin at 6 PM with the beloved Little Chook Drop, a family friendly countdown featuring a free kids’ craft activity and baked goods for sale by Nikki Makes. The celebration continues with the Second Chook Drop at 10 PM, giving night owls and late arriving revelers another chance to join the excitement. This event is organized by the City of Houghton and Visit Keweenaw.
Local businesses along Shelden Avenue are extending hours and offering special New Year’s Eve experiences:
 Prickly Pine will be open later into the evening with a special NYE menu crafted for the celebration.
 Beviamo is the go to spot for chook drop champagne and festive beverages throughout the night.
 The Den is hosting a Masquerade Dining Experience, with reservations recommended.
 The Observatory Lounge will remain open until midnight, offering an elevated New Year’s Eve atmosphere.
 The Bonfire will feature both live comedy and live music to keep the energy high.
 Fresh Coast Yoga invites the community to unwind after the weekend’s festivities with a special Tea & Tarot evening or any of their regularly scheduled yoga
classes.
 Find the perfect outfit at Red Jacket Boutique or browse the New Year’s specials at other locations along Shelden.
“With so many unique experiences packed into one walkable stretch, downtown Houghton is truly the place to celebrate New Year’s Eve,” said Danielle Perkowitz. “It’s a chance to support local businesses, enjoy community traditions, and welcome the New Year together.”

Community members are encouraged to bundle up, bring friends and family, and enjoy everything downtown Houghton has to offer as 2026 approaches.

Blood Drive
2026-01-02 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, January 2nd
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
L’Anse Methodist Church
Walk-ins welcome!

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2026-01-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, January (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.
In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Upper Michigan Ice Races
2026-01-03 00:00 - 23:59 | Michgian
150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841

Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026

Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday

Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races

Are you ready to take your thrill-seeking to the next level? Join the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association for an action-packed series of Weekly Ice Races held on Saturdays, where dirt bikes and quads tear up the ice in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer power!

The Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring your best ORV to join the competition and race to the top! The raceway is conveniently located off Snowmobile Trail 8, making Saturdays the best day to come and experience the races and explore the trails in Gwinn and Marquette County.

Saturday Schedule: Day Races

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Gates open for Registration & for Pre-Registered Participants

10:00 AM: Spectator Gates Open

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM: Practice & warm-up runs

11:30 AM – 6:00 PM: Ice Races

January 31 & February 28: Night Races

11:00 AM: Registration Opens

4:00 PM: Youth Races

6:00 PM – Midnight: Adult Races

Whether you’re on the track or in the stands, the roar of engines, the spray of ice, and the fierce competition will have you coming back week after week. Invite your friends, family, and fellow racers for the coolest race event in town! Be sure to check the Michigan Ice Races website for updates and more details!

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
2026-01-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, January 3, 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room.
Four mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers invite you to engage in a year of mindful living. Each month, one of the teachers will present a topic that addresses the different dimensions where we can practice mindfulness and presence. The intent is for us to cultivate mindfulness, care, and well-being individually and in our love, business, and social relationships. These are drop-in sessions, although committing to a full year is a way to build a consistent mindfulness practice. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Business Succession Planning
2026-01-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michgian, 49930
Join Kendricks Bordeau, P.C. and Range Bank for an essential session on business succession planning.

Discover when to start planning, explore financial tools tailored to your needs, and learn strategies for passing your business to the next generation. Our experts will show you how to maximize your business’s value, ensuring a smooth, successful transition and a lasting legacy.

Speakers:
Laura Reilly, Attorney & Shareholder, Kendricks Bordeau, P.C.
Amanda Knaffla, J.D.,CFP®,CTFA, J.D., CFP®, CTFA, Chief Trust & Wealth Management Officer, Range Bank
Alex Roy, VP Business Banking Officer, Range Bank

Location: Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, MI
Date: Monday, January 5
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Presentation begins at noon)

Free Event – Open to the Public
Lunch Provided
Registration required, register here: https://lnkd.in/gdhZPCzJ

Range Bank | Member FDIC
Wealth Management Services: Not FDIC Insured. No Bank Guarantee. May Lose Value.
Register Here

PWPL Presents: Craft Magic Series: Punch Needle Magic with Lydia Taylor
2026-01-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Monday, January 5, 2026,
6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Join fiber artist Lydia Taylor for a Beginner Punch Needle Workshop. Learn basic punch needle skills and leave with your very own handmade punch needle project. Starter kits provided. Space is limited to ten participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Tech Coaching for Seniors
2026-01-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays and Thursdays, January (6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Need help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device before each session, and bring passwords with you. No fees.

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays, January (6, 13, 20, 27) 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend. For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-01-06 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds: NO MONTHLY MEETING IN DECEMBER 2025

NEXT MEETING: TUES. JANUARY 6th, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
PLANNING FOR THE UPCOMING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FAIR
ALL ARE WELCOME

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
58 Huron St.
Houghton, MI 49931

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy MInds is a public group and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com.

PWPL Presents: Heritage Room Book Group
2026-01-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
10:00 – 11:00 AM.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
This Book Group welcomes readers interested in a variety of contemporary fiction on the first Wednesday of the month at 10 AM. Book discussions will be led by Reference Desk staff. Book selection for January 7th will be ATMOSPHERE by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Please call 906-226-4311 or visit www.pwpl.info/news-events/book-groups with questions.
