ALL WAYS
EXPLORING SUMMER
Cadillac is the perfect Northern Michigan destination for everything summer. Make way for summer fun on the trails, beaches, and waterways of Cadillac.
SUMMER DAYS IN CADILLAC
Imagine the sun shining on your face as you leisurely wander the Lake Cadillac Foot & Bike path making your way toward Kenwood Park for a day at the beach, not a care in the world. Or maybe cruising across Lake Mitchell headed out on the water fishing or swimming the day away.
Cadillac offers an abundance of opportunities for summertime fun: fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, golfing, horseback riding, kayaking, and bird-watching. Whatever your interest, adventures abound!
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EXPLORE HISTORIC CADILLAC
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HOLES OF GOLF
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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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With 4th of July fast approaching, here in the Greater Cadillac Area, we want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time. Please see the following links for Firework Policies by the City of Cadillac, Michigan DNR, and US Forest Service offices.
City of Cadillac Fireworks Policy
Michigan DNR Fireworks Policy
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Cadillac Culver’s Cruise-In
On Thursday afternoons, starting Memorial Day Weekend thru Labor Day weekend, cruise on in with your classic car and receive 2 FREE sundae coupons!
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.
UpBeat Cadillac – Robin Connell/Paul Brewer Quartet
Robin Connell and Paul Brewer, musicians and educators (and a married couple), delight in sharing their love of The Great American Songbook and classic jazz standards with audiences near and far. Their fun and informative performances feature original arrangements of time‐honored standards drawn from American songwriters (such as Cole Porter, Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin, and Frank Loesser), notable swinging classics by jazz greats (such as Duke Ellington, Clark Terry, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck), and original compositions that get audiences smiling…
Music in the Park – Lake City
On Thursday nights, during the summer, enjoy live music with your family and friends! Schedule: June 20: Blue Water Ramblers June 27: John Denner July 11: Pam Bowman and Just Jammin' July 18: Beulah Land Quartet July 25: Roscommon Steel August 1: The Foresters August 8: Ruby and the Retros
Cadillac Made in Michigan Artisan and Farm Market
Join us at the new Market Place building next to the Cadillac City Park! Many returning vendors and many new ones too! The Cadillac Made in Michigan Artisan & Farm Market endeavors to provide a unique, enjoyable shopping experience for residents and visitors alike. We strive to promote a strong local economy, support small business, bolster social gatherings, and celebrate our community’s talent. Our local artisans and farmers now have a new and beautiful lakeside venue, The Market Place, part…
Cadillac Made in Michigan Artisan & Farm Market
Join us at the new Market Place building next to the Cadillac City Park! Many returning vendors and many new ones too! The Cadillac Made in Michigan Artisan & Farm Market endeavors to provide a unique, enjoyable shopping experience for residents and visitors alike. We strive to promote a strong local economy, support small business, bolster social gatherings, and celebrate our community’s talent. Our local artisans and farmers now have a new and beautiful lakeside venue, The Market Place, part…
The Ancient & Honorable Clam Lake Dock & Dredge Marching & Chowder Society Silver Cornet Band
The Ancient & Honorable performs more than 60 different tunes every summer. While the type of music presented is varied, the focus is on early American band music with lots of marches!
The Greatest 4th of the North
So many exciting things going on that week, the parade, fireworks, boat parade, live entertainment, vendors, crafters, dinners, and MUCH MORE! We look forward to seeing you all there!
Luther Days
4th of July Celebration in Luther Michigan. Live music, fireworks, vendors, kids games and inflatables and more! Fireworks are Friday night and we have the band Onager playing live on Saturday night.
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