Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Jan. 23-25)

Highlights include a massive Finnish winter festival in the UP, a spicy food festival in Grand Rapids, and more.

January 23, 2026

This weekend's weather might not be the most ideal for outdoor activities. But if you're feeling brave, there's still plenty to do across Michigan. (Canva)

This weekend’s weather might not be the most ideal for outdoor activities. But if you’re feeling brave, there’s still plenty to do across Michigan.

Highlights include a massive Finnish winter festival in the UP, a spicy food festival in Grand Rapids, and more.

Since the weather is expected to be dicey this weekend, I suggest checking the official event pages for cancellations or postponements before heading out.

As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event you want me to highlight, send me a note here (please send suggestions at least one week before the event).

West Michigan

1. Grand Haven Winterfest

Jan. 22-25

Grand Haven

2. Beer City Pepper Fest

Saturday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Intersection (133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave. SW, Grand Rapids)

Northern Michigan/UP

3. Thunder Bay International Film Festival

Jan. 22-25

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center (500 W. Fletcher St., Alpena)

4. Noquemanon Ski Marathon

Jan. 23-24

Al Quaal Recreation Area (501 Poplar St., Ishpeming)

5. Heikinpäivä Snow Sculpting Invitational

Jan. 23-25

Quincy Green (1 Quincy St., Hancock)

6. One-Act Festival

Jan. 23-25

Harvey Theatre (4000 Highway M-137, Interlochen)

7. Heikinpäivä

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Downtown Hancock

8. Tip-Up Town USA

Jan. 24-25 & 31

1625 W. Houghton Lake Drive, Houghton Lake

Mid/South Michigan

9. Coldwater Winterfest

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Heritage Park (1776 Heritage Drive, Coldwater)

Southeast Michigan/Thumb

10. Fenton Home Show

Jan. 24-25

Fenton Community Center (150 S. Leroy St., Fenton)

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