5. Michigan Ice Fest
Feb. 11-15
Munising
“With classes taught by the best ice climbers in the world, evening presentations to inspire you in your next adventure, and the unequaled beauty of the ice in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, this is an event for everyone.”
6. UP 200, Midnight Run, & Jack Pine 30 Sled Dog Races
Feb. 12-16
337 W. Washington St., Marquette
“The UP200 is one of the top 12-dog mid-distance races in the Midwest and is also an Iditarod qualifier. The UP200 trail covers 228 miles of challenging terrain from Marquette to Grand Marais, Michigan, and back again through forested land and near-wilderness. Mushers face hills, creek crossings, deep snow, and isolated trails.”
7. Les Cheneaux Islands Snowsfest
Feb. 12-15
Downtown Hessel and Cedarville
“Join us for a weekend of fun for all ages! Celebrate our Woodland Animals theme in Downtown Hessel and Cedarville!”
8. The Cheesiest Valentine’s Ever
Feb. 12-15
Traverse City
“Your Valentine’s – or Galentine’s – weekend will be extra fun in 2026 when you c’mon up to Traverse City for The Cheesiest Valentine’s Ever. Presented by Traverse City Food & Wine, you can enjoy cheesy meals, cheese pairings (with wine, or even whiskey!), cheese making, and special menus that will lure you into a cozy, blissful state..”
9. Higgins Lake Winterfest
Feb. 13-15
Higgins Lake
“Join us each February for our annual festival! Fun for the whole family at beautiful Higgins Lake!”
10. Honey Bear Classic Cross Country Ski
Saturday, Feb. 14, race begins at 11 a.m.
Big Bay Pathway and Thunder Bay Inn (400 Bensinger St., Big Bay)
“The 37th Honey Bear Classic Ski and Snowshoe invites you to celebrate the unique beauty of the Big Bay Pathway with a fundraising event for all ages and interests.”
11. Beulah Winterfest
Saturday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
S Benzie Blvd., Beulah
“Cookie sale, snowmobile poker run, frozen turkey bowling, chili cookoff, horse drawn wagon rides, snowball target throw, frozen fish toss, parade, valentine contest, 50/50 drawing, outhouse race, and fireworks!”
12. Yeti Fest
Saturday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Suttons Bay
“Includes Yeti fun at Suttons Bay Bingham District Library from 10am-2pm; a free movie at Bay Theatre at 10am; Digital Scavenger Hunt & Kids Scavenger Hunt from noon-4pm; Strolling Chili Cook-Off from 2-4:30pm, & much more.”
13. Pentwater Winterfest
Saturday, Feb. 14
Downtown Pentwater
“The Pentwater Chamber of Commerce invites residents and visitors to enjoy winter along the lakeshore during Pentwater Winterfest, featuring outdoor recreation, arts, shopping, and family-friendly activities.”
