
Cheboygan Community Calendar
What's Happening
Cheboygan
Featured this week
swipe โบBlessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Meet Rosie the Riveter
Meet Rosie the Riveter aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Celebrate the women who helped build history during World War II, hear stories from the home front, and take photos with Rosie.
Live Music: May Erlewine at The Lark Theater
May Erlewine performs live at The Lark Theater with two showtimes.
Live Music: Mike Arnold
Live acoustic music performance by Mike Arnold at The Beau, Downtown Cheboygan's Nightlife.
Kit & Kaboodle 90's Nite at Hive North
90s throwback DJ night at Hive North. Wear your favorite 90s outfit โ 90s attire encouraged. Throwbacks, dance, and good times.
Lee Fayssoux Live Music at Northland Brewing Co.
Lee Fayssoux Tailgate Tour 2026 performance, full band show
Live Music: Jeff McCoy Tailgate Tour 2026
Jeff McCoy performing live music as part of his 2026 Tailgate Tour
May Erlewine
May Erlewine has dedicated her life to writing songs for the human heartโs existence. These songs have the relentless ability to find the tender places within us. Her body of work stands as a reminder that our greatest strengths come from allowing ourselves to be courageously vulnerable. Itโs evident that her career in the music industry has been service-oriented. She uses her platform to fight for positive change. Stressing the important, necessary work of advocacy, justice and empowerment in our world. This community building message has touched people all across the globe. Her new album, What It Takes, culminates decades of hard work and perseverance. Produced by Theo Katzman and recorded in the north woods of Michigan, the record offers a fresh and electric sound supporting Mayโs soulfully familiar songs. Her calling is to share this music. Her words have held solace for weary hearts. They offer a light in the darkness and leave space for the pain and joy of being alive. When she starts to sing, everyone is invited, come as you are. weary hearts, offered a light in the darkness, and held space for the pain and joy of being alive in these times. She is a true artist, an anthem, and another example of why we need to listen to women. We need to hear these stories. When she starts to sing, thereโs no way around it: The time is now.
Sturgeon River Clean Up
River clean up event along the Sturgeon River (Indian River or Wolverine section). Volunteers who RSVP receive a small snackle box and half off coupon for an iced coffee or dirty soda at the Cuterie Bar in Wolverine.
The Pink Pig Rumrunners at The Pig 'N' Whistle
The Pink Pig Rumrunners band returns to perform at The Pig 'N' Whistle.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Pirate Festival
- ๐Community Events
Highlighted. Cheboygan Pirate Fest Family Picnic at City Beach
Jun 21ยทSunday, Noon โ 2:00 PM๐City BeachFamily picnic at City Beach during the Children's Treasure Hunt. Kids search the sands for hidden treasure, pirate coins, and exciting surprises. Community picnic with friends and family celebrating the spirit of summer. Joining with Kiwanis for free hot dogs for kids. Food & treat trucks on site. Pirate attire encouraged.
FreeEventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Front Range Lighthouse Tours
Jun 19ยทFriday 10:00 AM โ 5:00 PM๐Front Range LighthouseClimb the historic lighthouse, explore maritime history, and enjoy views of the Cheboygan River.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐ฆYouth Programs
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Jun 19ยทFriday 12:30 PM โ 4:00 PM๐Washington ParkFree kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
FreeEventYouthSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ The Mermaid at Enchanted Nights
Jun 19ยทFriday 6:00 PM โ 8:00 PM๐Enchanted NightsStop by Enchanted Nights to meet the mermaid, take photos, and enjoy a magical pirate experience.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ First Cannon Blast & Pirate Flash Mob
Jun 19ยทFriday 7:00 PM๐Main Street in front of The Lark TheatreThe first cannon blast officially launches the 2026 Cheboygan Pirate Fest. Led by the Cheboygan Shock Dance Team, pirates emerge throughout downtown for a surprise flash mob performance before marching to Washington Park to continue the celebration.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Meet Wanigan Ralph
Jun 19ยทFriday 7:15 PM โ 9:00 PM๐Washington ParkMeet the legendary Wanigan Ralph and learn about the return of the historic Wanigan Race in 2027. Hear stories from the race's past, see artifacts and displays, and discover how this beloved Cheboygan tradition is making a comeback.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan's Inaugural Pirate Fest
Jun 19 โ Jun 21ยทJune 19-21Cheboygan's inaugural Pirate Fest community festival event.
EventAll agesSummer
Father's Day
- ๐Community Events
Father's Day Luncheon โ Wolverine Senior Center
Jun 21ยทSunday 1:00 PM๐Wolverine Senior CenterFather's Day luncheon at the Wolverine Senior Center location. No reservations necessary.
EventAll agesSummer
Fizz & Fitness
Sip, Step & Start Your Saturday Strong โ start your Saturday grounded, glowing & moving. Meet at the Trailhead by the high school.
Blessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Meet Rosie the Riveter
Meet Rosie the Riveter aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Celebrate the women who helped build history during World War II, hear stories from the home front, and take photos with Rosie.
Dance Classes at the Cheboygan Opera House
Youth dance classes and performances at the Cheboygan Opera House, including tap and other dance styles for children.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Saturday Night Glow Bowling
Glow bowling open to all on Saturday nights.
Upriver Dinner Cruise to Pier 33
3-hour fall dinner cruise up the Cheboygan River to Pier 33 restaurant. Includes passage through Cheboygan Locks, live music onboard, and round-trip transportation to Pier 33 for dinner. Dinner cost not included. Groups of 8-20.
Book Nook Used Bookstore
The Book Nook is a used bookstore on the lower level of the Cheboygan Area Public Library. It is run by the Friends of the Library volunteer group. About the Friends: http://www.cheboyganlibrary.org/friends.html
Cheboygan Farmers Market
Fresh flavors, local finds, and small-town charm at Festival Square. Browse seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, flowers, handmade and unique items while supporting local growers, makers, and small businesses. Saturday mornings feature live music May through August.
Transportation Services
Local non-emergency transportation services for seniors 60+ in Cheboygan County. Door-to-door service for medical and non-medical appointments. Available MondayโFriday, 8amโ3pm. Two-day advance notice required. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles available.
Congregate Meals at Cheboygan Senior Center
Nutritionally balanced meals served at the Cheboygan Senior Center. Open to the public with no age restrictions. Salad bar available on Sundays.
Blessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Paint a Dinosaur!
Paint a plaster dinosaur to be your summer pal: the perfect size to fit in the palm of your hand. No cost or registration to participate. Ages 6-12. While supplies last!
Michigan Fossil Discovery with Raven Hill
Join educator Cheri Leach from Raven Hill Discovery Center and learn about fossils. Participants will select, identify and polish a Michigan fossil to take home, while supplies last. Intended for kids 6-12. No fee to attend.
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Free kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
Mornings on Main
A summer Saturday morning tradition in downtown Cheboygan featuring the Farmers Market at Festival Square, live sidewalk performances by musicians and painters, the Made in Cheboygan Craft Show in Washington Park, and local shopping and dining. 2026 dates: May 23, June 20, July 25, August 22, September 19.
20th Anniversary Ceremony in Mackinaw City
Celebrate 20 years of the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum with an official anniversary ceremony followed by a parking lot party featuring free food, ship tours, and community celebration.
Knitting & Crochet Group
All needlework fiber artists welcome to join this knitting and crochet group at the library.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Storytime
Join us for Storytime in the Children's Room with Ms. Mo.ย Stories and an activity will be offered.ย All are welcome! Registration is not required. Come join the fun!
Rivertown Patchworkers Quilt Guild
Quilt Guild Meeting. Meets first and third Wednesdays of the month. Open to the public.
Photography Club Meeting
Monthly Meeting For more info: https://www.facebook.com/Cheboyganareaphotographyclub/
Grief Support Group
Grief recovery group led by Dianne Myers, a Hospice grief support counselor. Free service offered by the Cheboygan County Council on Aging.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Dance Classes at the Cheboygan Opera House
Youth dance classes and performances at the Cheboygan Opera House, including tap and other dance styles for children.
Paint a Dinosaur!
Paint a plaster dinosaur to be your summer pal: the perfect size to fit in the palm of your hand. No cost or registration to participate. Ages 6-12. While supplies last!
VBS for Cheboygan
Vacation Bible School event in Cheboygan.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Vacation Bible School - Exploring the Nature of God
Resin Pouring Class @ Nola Creative Arts Studio
Resin pouring art class at Nola Creative Arts Studio.
Michigan Fossil Discovery with Raven Hill
Join educator Cheri Leach from Raven Hill Discovery Center and learn about fossils. Participants will select, identify and polish a Michigan fossil to take home, while supplies last. Intended for kids 6-12. No fee to attend.
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Free kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
Made in Cheboygan Craft Show - June Weekend 2
Local craft show featuring handmade items and artisans
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Advanced Drawing
Drawing class for those with drawing experience. $25 registration includes materials and instruction at each of the four classes.
Photography Club Meeting
Monthly Meeting For more info: https://www.facebook.com/Cheboyganareaphotographyclub/
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Open Book Club
Independent readers ages 9-13 are invited to enjoy reading together, followed by new activities each week. We provide the books and a snack! This is an attend-as-you-can program. New friends are always welcome!
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Upriver Dinner Cruise to Pier 33
3-hour fall dinner cruise up the Cheboygan River to Pier 33 restaurant. Includes passage through Cheboygan Locks, live music onboard, and round-trip transportation to Pier 33 for dinner. Dinner cost not included. Groups of 8-20.
Dinosaur Day with Paleo Joe!
Paleo Joe will talk about how fossils are formed and what fossils are. The forces of the earth are described in ways that children will easily understand the dynamics of the earth and itโs formation. Paleo Joe will engage kids and talk about dinosaurs, covering T-Rex and Velociraptor, the theory of Dinosaurs and Bird relationships. Kids will then challenged to be detectives and try to figure out if T-Rex was a super predator,ย scavenger or opportunistic hunter.ย Many casts will be showcased including a Utah Raptor Foot, T-Rex tooth, T-Rex denary (a small piece of a T-rex Jaw, a Pachycephalosaurus skull, Velociraptor skull andย more. โข Paleo Joe takes you on a trip back in time to learn about the victims and perpetrators, life and death of the prehistoric. Learn the techniques used in the investigation of how these creatures lived and died. See the evidence and discover the stories that are told through Dinosaur CSI. โข Paleo Joe recently returned from a Dinosaur dig to tell tales of Dinosaur Hunting in the famous Morrison formation in Utah. Join Paleo Joe as he takes you on a trip back in time and brings you right into the present, searching for and finding these magnificent creatures of long ago.ย No cost to attend, registration is not required. All are welcome to attend.
SSI: Night Diving SCUBA Class
SSI night diving SCUBA certification class at Nautical North Family Adventures.
Fireworks Cruise - Mullett Lake (3rd of July)
5-hour cruise down the Cheboygan River and into Mullett Lake to watch a fireworks display over the water. Celebrate the 3rd of July with scenic river cruise and prime fireworks viewing. Groups up to 25.
Fireworks Cruise Under The Mighty Mac (Small Boat Style)
Intimate 6-passenger private fireworks cruise under the Mackinac Bridge. View fireworks from Mackinac Island, St. Ignace, and Mackinaw City simultaneously. 2-hour cruise.
Michigan Young Adult Hiking & Rafting Pilgrimage 2026
Young adult hiking and rafting pilgrimage in Michigan, starting at Cheboygan State Park area.
Unearth a Fossil Story
Help us Unearth A Story on the Children's Trail of Cheboygan located at 400 Cleveland Ave.ย Hunt for clues hidden along the trail to create a collaborative story. Activities for kids and families! Join us for prizes and surprises! No fee or registration to attend. See you on the trail!
Shipwreck Tour
Glass-bottom boat tour over historic Great Lakes shipwrecks. Cruise the Cheboygan River, past 4 lighthouses and over three shipwrecks. Optional snorkeling add-on at noon or 5 PM trips. 1.5 hours, groups of 8-28.
Cheboygan Art Trail
Self-guided tour of public art in Cheboygan, including sculptures, murals, and more along the Cheboygan River up to Lake Huron. Interactive map available to explore the biggest spots for public art in Cheboygan.
Distance Swimming - Straits of Mackinac
Pilot boat support for advanced open-water swimmers wanting to swim in the Straits of Mackinac alongside the Mackinac Bridge. Nautical North follows alongside and alerts other vessels. Groups of 1-6.
Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours
Guided glass bottom boat tours over historic Great Lakes shipwrecks in the Cheboygan, MI area, operated by Nautical North Family Adventures.
Hammond Bay 2 Tank Diving
Scuba diving charter to Hammond Bay featuring 4 wrecks averaging 170 feet deep: Bentley, Johnson, Persian, and Newell Eddy. Departs Cheboygan, approximately 20 miles offshore. Groups of 4-6, 4-hour duration.
Landlubbers Lock Tour
Gentle 1.5-hour boat tour through the newly refurbished local locks and around the breakwall. Perfect for those new to boating, families with young children, or anyone interested in maritime engineering. Groups up to 26.
Cheboygan Community Calendar
What's Happening
Cheboygan
Featured this week
swipe โบFizz & Fitness
Sip, Step & Start Your Saturday Strong โ start your Saturday grounded, glowing & moving. Meet at the Trailhead by the high school.
Blessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Meet Rosie the Riveter
Meet Rosie the Riveter aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Celebrate the women who helped build history during World War II, hear stories from the home front, and take photos with Rosie.
Live Music: May Erlewine at The Lark Theater
May Erlewine performs live at The Lark Theater with two showtimes.
Live Music: Mike Arnold
Live acoustic music performance by Mike Arnold at The Beau, Downtown Cheboygan's Nightlife.
Kit & Kaboodle 90's Nite at Hive North
90s throwback DJ night at Hive North. Wear your favorite 90s outfit โ 90s attire encouraged. Throwbacks, dance, and good times.
Lee Fayssoux Live Music at Northland Brewing Co.
Lee Fayssoux Tailgate Tour 2026 performance, full band show
Live Music: Jeff McCoy Tailgate Tour 2026
Jeff McCoy performing live music as part of his 2026 Tailgate Tour
May Erlewine
May Erlewine has dedicated her life to writing songs for the human heartโs existence. These songs have the relentless ability to find the tender places within us. Her body of work stands as a reminder that our greatest strengths come from allowing ourselves to be courageously vulnerable. Itโs evident that her career in the music industry has been service-oriented. She uses her platform to fight for positive change. Stressing the important, necessary work of advocacy, justice and empowerment in our world. This community building message has touched people all across the globe. Her new album, What It Takes, culminates decades of hard work and perseverance. Produced by Theo Katzman and recorded in the north woods of Michigan, the record offers a fresh and electric sound supporting Mayโs soulfully familiar songs. Her calling is to share this music. Her words have held solace for weary hearts. They offer a light in the darkness and leave space for the pain and joy of being alive. When she starts to sing, everyone is invited, come as you are. weary hearts, offered a light in the darkness, and held space for the pain and joy of being alive in these times. She is a true artist, an anthem, and another example of why we need to listen to women. We need to hear these stories. When she starts to sing, thereโs no way around it: The time is now.
Sturgeon River Clean Up
River clean up event along the Sturgeon River (Indian River or Wolverine section). Volunteers who RSVP receive a small snackle box and half off coupon for an iced coffee or dirty soda at the Cuterie Bar in Wolverine.
The Pink Pig Rumrunners at The Pig 'N' Whistle
The Pink Pig Rumrunners band returns to perform at The Pig 'N' Whistle.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Pirate Festival
- ๐Community Events
Highlighted. Cheboygan Pirate Fest Family Picnic at City Beach
Jun 21ยทSunday, Noon โ 2:00 PM๐City BeachFamily picnic at City Beach during the Children's Treasure Hunt. Kids search the sands for hidden treasure, pirate coins, and exciting surprises. Community picnic with friends and family celebrating the spirit of summer. Joining with Kiwanis for free hot dogs for kids. Food & treat trucks on site. Pirate attire encouraged.
FreeEventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Front Range Lighthouse Tours
Jun 19ยทFriday 10:00 AM โ 5:00 PM๐Front Range LighthouseClimb the historic lighthouse, explore maritime history, and enjoy views of the Cheboygan River.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐ฆYouth Programs
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Jun 19ยทFriday 12:30 PM โ 4:00 PM๐Washington ParkFree kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
FreeEventYouthSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ The Mermaid at Enchanted Nights
Jun 19ยทFriday 6:00 PM โ 8:00 PM๐Enchanted NightsStop by Enchanted Nights to meet the mermaid, take photos, and enjoy a magical pirate experience.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ First Cannon Blast & Pirate Flash Mob
Jun 19ยทFriday 7:00 PM๐Main Street in front of The Lark TheatreThe first cannon blast officially launches the 2026 Cheboygan Pirate Fest. Led by the Cheboygan Shock Dance Team, pirates emerge throughout downtown for a surprise flash mob performance before marching to Washington Park to continue the celebration.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Meet Wanigan Ralph
Jun 19ยทFriday 7:15 PM โ 9:00 PM๐Washington ParkMeet the legendary Wanigan Ralph and learn about the return of the historic Wanigan Race in 2027. Hear stories from the race's past, see artifacts and displays, and discover how this beloved Cheboygan tradition is making a comeback.
EventAll agesSummer - ๐Community Events
Cheboygan's Inaugural Pirate Fest
Jun 19 โ Jun 21ยทJune 19-21Cheboygan's inaugural Pirate Fest community festival event.
EventAll agesSummer
Father's Day
- ๐Community Events
Father's Day Luncheon โ Wolverine Senior Center
Jun 21ยทSunday 1:00 PM๐Wolverine Senior CenterFather's Day luncheon at the Wolverine Senior Center location. No reservations necessary.
EventAll agesSummer
Fizz & Fitness
Sip, Step & Start Your Saturday Strong โ start your Saturday grounded, glowing & moving. Meet at the Trailhead by the high school.
Blessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Meet Rosie the Riveter
Meet Rosie the Riveter aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Celebrate the women who helped build history during World War II, hear stories from the home front, and take photos with Rosie.
Dance Classes at the Cheboygan Opera House
Youth dance classes and performances at the Cheboygan Opera House, including tap and other dance styles for children.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Saturday Night Glow Bowling
Glow bowling open to all on Saturday nights.
Upriver Dinner Cruise to Pier 33
3-hour fall dinner cruise up the Cheboygan River to Pier 33 restaurant. Includes passage through Cheboygan Locks, live music onboard, and round-trip transportation to Pier 33 for dinner. Dinner cost not included. Groups of 8-20.
Book Nook Used Bookstore
The Book Nook is a used bookstore on the lower level of the Cheboygan Area Public Library. It is run by the Friends of the Library volunteer group. About the Friends: http://www.cheboyganlibrary.org/friends.html
Cheboygan Farmers Market
Fresh flavors, local finds, and small-town charm at Festival Square. Browse seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, flowers, handmade and unique items while supporting local growers, makers, and small businesses. Saturday mornings feature live music May through August.
Transportation Services
Local non-emergency transportation services for seniors 60+ in Cheboygan County. Door-to-door service for medical and non-medical appointments. Available MondayโFriday, 8amโ3pm. Two-day advance notice required. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles available.
Congregate Meals at Cheboygan Senior Center
Nutritionally balanced meals served at the Cheboygan Senior Center. Open to the public with no age restrictions. Salad bar available on Sundays.
Blessing of the Bikes and Free Breakfast
All bikers are welcome to a blessing of the bikes event with a free breakfast.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Paint a Dinosaur!
Paint a plaster dinosaur to be your summer pal: the perfect size to fit in the palm of your hand. No cost or registration to participate. Ages 6-12. While supplies last!
Michigan Fossil Discovery with Raven Hill
Join educator Cheri Leach from Raven Hill Discovery Center and learn about fossils. Participants will select, identify and polish a Michigan fossil to take home, while supplies last. Intended for kids 6-12. No fee to attend.
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Free kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
Mornings on Main
A summer Saturday morning tradition in downtown Cheboygan featuring the Farmers Market at Festival Square, live sidewalk performances by musicians and painters, the Made in Cheboygan Craft Show in Washington Park, and local shopping and dining. 2026 dates: May 23, June 20, July 25, August 22, September 19.
20th Anniversary Ceremony in Mackinaw City
Celebrate 20 years of the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum with an official anniversary ceremony followed by a parking lot party featuring free food, ship tours, and community celebration.
Knitting & Crochet Group
All needlework fiber artists welcome to join this knitting and crochet group at the library.
Wolverine American Legion Post 122 Breakfast
Public breakfast at Wolverine American Legion Post 122. The public is welcome. Minimum donation requested.
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Storytime
Join us for Storytime in the Children's Room with Ms. Mo.ย Stories and an activity will be offered.ย All are welcome! Registration is not required. Come join the fun!
Rivertown Patchworkers Quilt Guild
Quilt Guild Meeting. Meets first and third Wednesdays of the month. Open to the public.
Photography Club Meeting
Monthly Meeting For more info: https://www.facebook.com/Cheboyganareaphotographyclub/
Grief Support Group
Grief recovery group led by Dianne Myers, a Hospice grief support counselor. Free service offered by the Cheboygan County Council on Aging.
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Dance Classes at the Cheboygan Opera House
Youth dance classes and performances at the Cheboygan Opera House, including tap and other dance styles for children.
Paint a Dinosaur!
Paint a plaster dinosaur to be your summer pal: the perfect size to fit in the palm of your hand. No cost or registration to participate. Ages 6-12. While supplies last!
VBS for Cheboygan
Vacation Bible School event in Cheboygan.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Vacation Bible School - Exploring the Nature of God
Resin Pouring Class @ Nola Creative Arts Studio
Resin pouring art class at Nola Creative Arts Studio.
Michigan Fossil Discovery with Raven Hill
Join educator Cheri Leach from Raven Hill Discovery Center and learn about fossils. Participants will select, identify and polish a Michigan fossil to take home, while supplies last. Intended for kids 6-12. No fee to attend.
Cheboygan Pirate Invasion โ Free Preshow Kids Activities
Free kids activities including Bubble Station, Walk the Plank, Sandcastle Experience, Pirate Coloring Banner, Cornhole, and Face Painting.
Made in Cheboygan Craft Show - June Weekend 2
Local craft show featuring handmade items and artisans
Summer School Breakfast & Lunch Program at the Intermediate
Free breakfast and lunch service for anyone 18 and under during Summer School at the Intermediate. Breakfast 7:45โ8:15 AM, Lunch 11:30 AMโ12:00 PM.
Advanced Drawing
Drawing class for those with drawing experience. $25 registration includes materials and instruction at each of the four classes.
Photography Club Meeting
Monthly Meeting For more info: https://www.facebook.com/Cheboyganareaphotographyclub/
Cheboygan Photography Club Photography Show
Photos by Cheboygan Photography Club members on display in the Gallery located on the lower level during regular library hours.
Open Book Club
Independent readers ages 9-13 are invited to enjoy reading together, followed by new activities each week. We provide the books and a snack! This is an attend-as-you-can program. New friends are always welcome!
Highlighted. Cheboygan Children's Trail
Family-friendly outdoor trail event with free hands-on activities, door prizes, free fishing weekend with gear to borrow, food truck, and free hot dogs from Kiwanis. Featured book: A Boy, A Dog and A Frog by Mercer Mayer. The Big, Tasty Treats food truck will be on-site, and KIWANIS will have free hot dogs and chips available (while supplies last) Sign in at the North trailhead to enter to win door prizes including fishing poles donated by Walmart. last sign-in at 1:00pm Partners: The City of Cheboygan, Volunteers, Cheboygan Area Public Library, Cheboygan County 4H, Creation Station, Habitat for Humanity, Great Lakes Grill, DHHS Foster Care, Busy Bees Floral Boutique, Girl Scouts of Michigan, Shore to Shore, NEMI Family Resource Center, COPESD Community Collaborative, Hammond Bay Biological Station, Tales & Scales, Cheboygan County Humane Society.
Children's Trail Event-Summer Reading Kick off!
Join us at the Children's Trail in downtown Cheboygan for a free fun family event. Library staff will be on the trail with goodies, give aways, and information about our summer reading program. Unearth A Story is our summer reading theme. We look forward to seeing you at the Children's Trail! The Children's Trail is located in Cheboygan's Major City Park behind the Cheboygan Recreation Center and ballfields at 400 Cleveland Avenue.
Upriver Dinner Cruise to Pier 33
3-hour fall dinner cruise up the Cheboygan River to Pier 33 restaurant. Includes passage through Cheboygan Locks, live music onboard, and round-trip transportation to Pier 33 for dinner. Dinner cost not included. Groups of 8-20.
Dinosaur Day with Paleo Joe!
Paleo Joe will talk about how fossils are formed and what fossils are. The forces of the earth are described in ways that children will easily understand the dynamics of the earth and itโs formation. Paleo Joe will engage kids and talk about dinosaurs, covering T-Rex and Velociraptor, the theory of Dinosaurs and Bird relationships. Kids will then challenged to be detectives and try to figure out if T-Rex was a super predator,ย scavenger or opportunistic hunter.ย Many casts will be showcased including a Utah Raptor Foot, T-Rex tooth, T-Rex denary (a small piece of a T-rex Jaw, a Pachycephalosaurus skull, Velociraptor skull andย more. โข Paleo Joe takes you on a trip back in time to learn about the victims and perpetrators, life and death of the prehistoric. Learn the techniques used in the investigation of how these creatures lived and died. See the evidence and discover the stories that are told through Dinosaur CSI. โข Paleo Joe recently returned from a Dinosaur dig to tell tales of Dinosaur Hunting in the famous Morrison formation in Utah. Join Paleo Joe as he takes you on a trip back in time and brings you right into the present, searching for and finding these magnificent creatures of long ago.ย No cost to attend, registration is not required. All are welcome to attend.
SSI: Night Diving SCUBA Class
SSI night diving SCUBA certification class at Nautical North Family Adventures.
Fireworks Cruise - Mullett Lake (3rd of July)
5-hour cruise down the Cheboygan River and into Mullett Lake to watch a fireworks display over the water. Celebrate the 3rd of July with scenic river cruise and prime fireworks viewing. Groups up to 25.
Fireworks Cruise Under The Mighty Mac (Small Boat Style)
Intimate 6-passenger private fireworks cruise under the Mackinac Bridge. View fireworks from Mackinac Island, St. Ignace, and Mackinaw City simultaneously. 2-hour cruise.
Michigan Young Adult Hiking & Rafting Pilgrimage 2026
Young adult hiking and rafting pilgrimage in Michigan, starting at Cheboygan State Park area.
Unearth a Fossil Story
Help us Unearth A Story on the Children's Trail of Cheboygan located at 400 Cleveland Ave.ย Hunt for clues hidden along the trail to create a collaborative story. Activities for kids and families! Join us for prizes and surprises! No fee or registration to attend. See you on the trail!
Shipwreck Tour
Glass-bottom boat tour over historic Great Lakes shipwrecks. Cruise the Cheboygan River, past 4 lighthouses and over three shipwrecks. Optional snorkeling add-on at noon or 5 PM trips. 1.5 hours, groups of 8-28.
Cheboygan Art Trail
Self-guided tour of public art in Cheboygan, including sculptures, murals, and more along the Cheboygan River up to Lake Huron. Interactive map available to explore the biggest spots for public art in Cheboygan.
Distance Swimming - Straits of Mackinac
Pilot boat support for advanced open-water swimmers wanting to swim in the Straits of Mackinac alongside the Mackinac Bridge. Nautical North follows alongside and alerts other vessels. Groups of 1-6.
Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours
Guided glass bottom boat tours over historic Great Lakes shipwrecks in the Cheboygan, MI area, operated by Nautical North Family Adventures.
Hammond Bay 2 Tank Diving
Scuba diving charter to Hammond Bay featuring 4 wrecks averaging 170 feet deep: Bentley, Johnson, Persian, and Newell Eddy. Departs Cheboygan, approximately 20 miles offshore. Groups of 4-6, 4-hour duration.
Landlubbers Lock Tour
Gentle 1.5-hour boat tour through the newly refurbished local locks and around the breakwall. Perfect for those new to boating, families with young children, or anyone interested in maritime engineering. Groups up to 26.