This season, shop small and give big with the Marquette holiday gift guide. Browse our curated list of locally brewed, crafted, and roasted goods, from art, craft beer, chocolate, and coffee to outdoor apparel and gear in Marquette, Michigan. For Art Enthusiasts Our Marquette recs: DIY HOTplate…
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In Marquette, we don't just face winter. We embrace it. This is why so many of our favorite annual events take place from December through February. From holiday festivities to extreme outdoor activities, find your new winter tradition in Marquette County, MI. DECEMBER events Holiday Lasers on…
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Marquette has a way of making every season feel special, but there's no time quite as festive and fun as the Holiday season! Here are some holiday events that you won't want to miss this year in Marquette, MI. Thanksgiving Market November 21 from 10 AM - 2 PM Wrap up another wonderful year of the…
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Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock. This free, family-friendly show offers…
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Looking to get into the Halloween spirit? Marquette County's got you covered. There are plenty of festivities and frights to go around, but aside from the annual October events and activities that take place downtown, there are other more unearthly sites and phenomena to dig up for the…
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Based on the true story of the 1952 murder trial written by defense attorney John D. Voelker, Anatomy of a Murder put Marquette County in the Hollywood spotlight. Directed by Otto Preminger and starring Jimmy Stewart, Eve Arden, and George C. Scott, this ground-breaking 1959 courtroom drama made…
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Autumn is one of the best times of year to enjoy the beautiful outdoors in the Upper Peninsula. Expansive forests become a sea of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. The air is cooler and the mosquitoes are gone. With the changing season comes a few things that are important to remember when we…
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This itinerary is perfect for anyone staying in Marquette who wants to step off the beaten path and experience a day that truly feels like the Upper Peninsula. It’s a blend of local flavor, scenic beauty, and small-town hospitality, starting with breakfast at a local favorite, winding along Lake…
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The beloved annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival returns to Marquette for its 17th fest on Saturday, September 12th, 2026 This year, over 65 breweries will come together, bringing 372 beers in 73 styles to sample along the shores of Lake Superior at Mattson Lower Harbor Park. Celebrate craft brews from…
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Race through tunnels of colorful trees, cheer on a pack of sled dogs as they prepare for winter's anticipated UP200 races, binge-watch inspirational flicks between your pick of epic outdoor tours, and more this autumn in Marquette, Michigan. U.P. Fall Beer Festival Saturday, September 12 Held at…
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