9th Annual Kids Fishing Day
St Ignace 2005 Area Calendar
April
K-Royale Motor Inn Opens for the Summer
April 15
H.O.M.E. and Garden Show
Pop into Spring"
May
Castle Rock Mackinac Trail Campark Opens for the Summer
May 15
Mackinac Memorial Bridge Road Race
Location: Mackinac Bridge
Come run Mackinac bridge. This is the first year for the race, so avoid the labor day crowds and come on up
http://www.gaultracemanagement.com/schedule.html
May 28
June
9th Annual Kids Fishing Day
9th Annual "Antiques on the Bay" Classic & Antique Car Show
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
June 20th, 2005
From 8:30 p.m. To 10:00 p.m.
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience-don't forget your camera!
June 23rd, 2005
From 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Watch the parade from your motel room
Cars, floats, bands, music & more!! Part of the Straits Area Auto Show Weekend
Web Site: www.nostalgia-prod.com
Auto Show - Bayside Live! & Street Dance
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
June 27th, 2005
From 8:30 p.m. To 10:00 p.m.
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience-don't forget your camera!
Bayside Live!! Waterfront Entertainment Series
June 30th -July 31st, 2005
Topic: Music Event
Location: Municipal Marina
Every Thursday Evening Jazz bands, folksingers, storytellers, & comedians entertain and amuse the audience during free evening performances along the Lake Huron shoreline.
Bayside Live! Song of the Lakes
June 30th, 2005
From 7:00 p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina
Contact: info@stignace.com
This high-energy performance combines Celtic and Scandinavian traditions with Michigan's maritime history in a show that weaves humor and lore and inspires audience participation.
July
Chicago to Mackinac Island Yacht Race
97th Annual Chicago to Mackinac Island Yacht Race
July 16th -17th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Mackinac Island
Web Site: www.mackinacisland.org
Chicago to Mackinac Island Yacht Race
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
July 18th, 2005
From 8:30 p.m. To 10:00p.m.
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience-don't forget your camera!
Bayside Live! Blue Water Ramblers
July 21st, 2005
From 7 p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina Dock
Michigan's life experiences include lake shanties, lumberman ballads, love songs, children's ditties and more, this is sure to delight and entertain audiences of all ages.
Red Hacker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
July 23rd, 2005
Topic: General Event
Web Site: www.mpsports.com
Outdoor tourney along the downtown waterfront, at the New Marina Dock. Team and individual competitions for all ages and skill levels.
2005 Bacardi Bay View Mackinac Race
July 23rd -25th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Mackinac Island
Port Huron to Mackinac Yacht Race
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
July 25th, 2005
From 8:30 p.m. To 10:00 p.m.
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience-don't forget your camera!
Sidewalk Sale Days
July 26th -27th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Shop the historic downtown shopping district
Indoor and outdoor sales! Great selection & prices!
Bayside Live! Chasin' Steel
July 28th, 2005
From 7 p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina Dock
Web Site: www.chasinsteel.com
Chasin' Steel is a high energy band with a driving bluegrass banjo lead mixed with hot guitar breaks and outstanding three-part harmony. They have acquired many local angler and bluegrass fans throughout the Upper Peninsula.
August
Bayside Live! Waterfront Entertainment Series
August 1st -18th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Municipal Marina
Every Thursday Evening Jazz bands, folksingers, storytellers, and comedians entertain and amuse the audience during free evening performances along the Lake Huron shoreline.
Straits of Mackinac Vesper Cruise
August 1st -23rd, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Departs Arnold Line Dock #1
Contact: info@stignace.com
Web Site: www.stignace.com
Tuesday evening (8:00-9:30pm)~
Enjoy spiritual music and peaceful meditations aboard an evening cruise through the Straits of Mackinac.
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
August 1st, 2005
From 8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera!
Bayside Live! Michael Snell
August 4th, 2005
From 7 p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina Dock
Michael is a singer/songwriter from the eastern shore of Lake Michigan playing folk music with an easy listening, country and folk influence. His music is centered around the lessons and experiences of our existence. He pulls listeners together into the rhythms of life.
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
August 8th, 2005
From 8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera!
Bayside Live! Barbara Bailey-Hutchens
August 11th, 2005
From 7 p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina Dock
This Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter has made a career of bringing her finely-crafted songs to life with her clever wit, remarkable voice and animated stage presence. In the words of the late Steve Goodman, "She'll make your socks roll up and down."
Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show 
August 13th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Les Cheneaux Area
Over 150 wooden boats on display at the Hessel Marina, artisans, entertainers, and Island cruises all come together for a truly memorable festival.
Straits of Mackinac Treasure Hunt
August 14th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: American Legion Memorial Park - Next to Star Line Railroad Dock
Contact: Janet Peterson
Web Site: www.stignace.com
Divers search the bay for numbered tokens corresponding to prizes.
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
August 15th, 2005
From 8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera!
Bayside Live! Overtone's
August 18th, 2005
From 7:00p.m. To 8:30 p.m.
Topic: Music Event
Location: Pavilion at New Marina Dock
If you enjoy the barbershop style of music, you don't want do miss this 6-member group! Come and listen to their unique blend of harmonies and acappella method of singing.
GWRRA - Chapter MI-G "Midnight Ride"
August 20th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Web Site: http://www.mi-gmidnightriders.org
The world's largest Gold Wing Riders Association sanctioned event of its kind. It attracts over 2,500 motorcycles and is a major fundraiser for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.
Evening parade with plenty
of spectacular lighted motorcycles
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
August 22nd, 2005
From 8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera!
St. Ignace Salmon Derby
August 26th -28th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: St. Ignace Boat Launch and Moran Bay
Cash and prizes to fishermen weighing in the 30 heaviest salmon. Individual and
boat division payoffs offer plenty of opportunity
Sunset on the Straits Cruise
August 29th, 2005
From 8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
Topic: General Event
Location: Straits of Mackinac
Contact: info@stignace.com
Views from under the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and spectacular Lake Michigan sunsets will make this 1 1/2 hour narrated cruise through the Straits of Mackinac an unforgettable experience - don't forget your camera!
September
Arts & Crafts Dockside
September 3rd -4th, 2005
Topic: Art Fair
Location: New Marina Dock, downtown St. Ignace
Contact: info@stignace.com
Over 100 exhibits of original and unique arts and crafts along the waterfront. Musicians, dancers, and jugglers add to the festivities.
Michinemackinong PowWow
September 3rd -4th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Held at the mouth of the Carp River - 12 miles north of St. Ignace
Contact: Kathy McNeeley
A traditional Native American gathering of thanksgiving, featuring native American
storytellers, crafts, artwork, ceremonies and music. Call 906-643-1144 for more information.
Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk
September 5th, 2005
From 7 a.m. To Walkers can start up until 11 a.m.
Topic: General Event
Location: North end of the Mackinac Bridge
Contact: info@stignace.com
Web Site: www.mackinacbridge.org
The annual trek across the 5-mile long Mackinac Bridge occurs on Labor Day, the only day of the year pedestrians are allowed on the bridge. Walkers begin in St. Ignace at the north end of the Bridge and walk south. The walk is one-way, and bus transportation is available to return you to St. Ignace.
Mackinac Island Road Race
September 10th, 2005
Topic: General Event
Location: Mackinac Island
Web Site: www.mackinacisland.org
This popular event attracts thousands of runner each year. Early morning ferries provide transportation to the Island for the race.
"On The Waterfront" Car/Toy/Truck Show and Swap Meet
September 17th -18th, 2005
Topic: Car Show
Location: St. Ignace
Contact: info@stignace.com
Web Site: www.autoshows.com
The final auto-lover's weekend offers something for all interests: all-category car show, collectible toys and swap meet.
18-Mackinac Bridge Rally and vehicles on display.
19-Vehicles on display, Awards
Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show
September 17th -18th, 2005
Topic: Car Show
Location: St. Ignace
Contact: info@stignace.com
Web Site: http://www.auto-shows.com
See these awesome semis up close - customized cabs, artwork and neon light displays.
This is the best show of the year! You don't have to be a truck enthusiast to enjoy the show.
The art work on these semis are something to really see
and the parade at night is just out of this world.
17-Semis on display. "Parade of Lights" across the Mackinac Bridge, neon light contest.
18-Semis on display, Awards
October
Autumn Apple Days and the Great Pumpkin Roll
Castle Rock Mackinac Trail Campark Closes for the Winter
Oct 15
K-Royale Motor Inn Closes for the Winter
Oct 31