ALL WAYS TO EXPLORE
IN CADILLAC, MICHIGAN
Nature is calling you to explore ALL WAYS CADILLAC…our rolling, forest-covered hills, ample rivers, diverse lakes, and varied trails all interconnect and span for miles and miles of fun.
When the sunsets are earlier and hang on the rim, the autumn leaves begin to turn with vivid reds and golds coloring the river valleys and forests. With over 500,000 acres of National Forest, our late September thru October Color Tours are a must-see, a ‘bucket list’ item for sure. The Cadillac region is also the geographic center of Michigan and boasts the highest elevation in the state. The shifting winds across Lake Michigan keep the winter white on our trails and ski hills longer, and freeze our lakes earlier than most. Skiers, snowmobilers, cross-country skiers, ice fishermen… they all co-exist in our region.
Come join us!
MILES OF MULTI-USE 4 SEASON TRAILS
GOLF COURSES WITHIN 20 MINUTES OF DOWNTOWN
ADVENTURERS WELCOME!
WHAT KIND OF EXPLORER ARE YOU?
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MAXIMIZE your exploration time. Learn what kind of explorer you are in Cadillac. Get outdoors, enjoy a trail, the slopes, or explore the quaint downtowns. Find out where you fit in the fabric of Cadillac and find the best ways for you to enjoy ALL things Cadillac!
Launching in early 2019, we will offer you a completely interactive “explorer experience!”
GREATER CADILLAC AREA EVENTS
All year-round Cadillac draws crowds for its events and festivals, with live music, vintage cars, craft beer, and even better company. Our central location in Northern Michigan makes our town the perfect spot to gather and celebrate all there is to love about Michigan. So grab your friends and head our way. We are cooking up some great events for the coming year!
SIGNATURE EVENTS IN CADILLAC
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Coyote Crossing Open Mic Nights
Enjoy Open Mic Night through the summer in our cozy bar, or outdoor corral! Come out and watch local artists show their talents. Open Mic Night starts on May 23 and goes thru August 29. Make sure to check out our website for the list of musicians each week.
Rotary Stride for S.T.R.I.V.E 5K
The Cadillac Rotary Club hosts its 21st Annual STRIDE FOR S.T.R.I.V.E. 5k Event on Memorial Day. Hundreds of timed runners and student participants run or walk the course from the Cadillac Senior High School stadium toward Kenwood Park and back along the shoreline of beautiful Lake Cadillac to finish back at the football field. Through collaborative efforts by Cadillac Rotarians, key community members, and the participants, this event is successfully run each year. Proceeds support the Rotary S.T.R.I.V.E. program which…
Memorial Day Parade / Veterans Walk
The observances will follow the traditional pattern, with the Cadillac Area Honor Guard performing a salute to sailors at 9:30am on Lake Cadillac at the City Dock near the Cadillac Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion. The parade down Cadillac's main street, Mitchell Street, starts at 10am, and will follow the shore of the lake to Veterans Memorial Stadium at the intersection of Chestnut and Linden Streets. Veterans are encouraged to walk in the parade, and a horse-drawn carriage will also be…
Coyote Crossing Open Mic Nights
Enjoy Open Mic Night through the summer in our cozy bar, or outdoor corral! Come out and watch local artists show their talents. Open Mic Night starts on May 23 and goes thru August 29. Make sure to check out our website for the list of musicians each week.
Friends of the Library Program – Michael Sincic
Blend artist, Michael Sincic, will share his story of how at age 13, a brain tumor stole his vision. Therapy and friends guided him into using touch to become the watercolor artist he is today. It's an amazing journey. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cadillac Library. Friends of the Library Program Flyer
Camp Greensky Music Festival
Three magical nights of music & camping curated by Greensky Bluegrass in Northern Michigan! Check out the website for details of the festival.
Coyote Crossing Open Mic Nights
Enjoy Open Mic Night through the summer in our cozy bar, or outdoor corral! Come out and watch local artists show their talents. Open Mic Night starts on May 23 and goes thru August 29. Make sure to check out our website for the list of musicians each week.
Abraham Lincoln Through The Eyes of Political Cartoonists
Come see one of America's most famous presidents through the eyes of a political cartoonist with Dr. Stephen Siciliano, the President of the Traverse Area Historical Society. The Wexford County Historical Society will be open at 6:30pm with the presentation starting at 7pm. The presentation is free, but donations are very much appreciated. Make sure to check out the Wexford County Historical Society Facebook page for any updates to the event.
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GRAB A MAP
When you can explore as much as you can in Cadillac, you need to have the right maps that make it easy to get around. Explore our website, you will find maps everywhere, but here are the top sought out maps so you can get out and start exploring as soon as possible!
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