Witness the worlds of motorsports and winter collide at the Upper Michigan Ice Races as racers compete on motorcycles or quads rigged with studded or full rubber tires to keep control on the icy loop. Hosted by the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association, races take place every Saturday from January…
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We're lighting up the Ore Dock! For the last two weeks of December and the first two weeks of January, we wanted to bring something festive to downtown Marquette. Something that would excite locals and visitors alike. So we decided to merge local history with modern technology and put on a laser…
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A new year calls for new adventures, and Marquette County has you covered in any season. Here are 10 reasons to start planning your 2022 visit to Marquette, MI. 1. There's Always More to Explore Adventure, any way you choose–from exploring the striking blues of Lake Superior to an abundance of…
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As you probably already know, in the U.P., 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 wintertime tradition in Marquette, MI. DECEMBER Elf…
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Find the right beer and atmosphere for you and your crew with our Q&A guide to these popular Marquette breweries. Cheers, eh? Blackrocks Brewery What's the vibe at Blackrocks? “Our brewery is located in an old house, so we definitely lean toward the cozy/comfortable side,” says Steve, Blackrocks…
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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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ABOUT FRESH COAST Fresh Coast Film Festival (Oct. 14-17, 2021) is held annually in October, near the peak of Marquette's fall color season. The 4-day fest spans across the city of Marquette, featuring 100 films between 5 venues, and offering 7 FREE outdoor tours throughout the weekend. "Fresh Coast…
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Looking to chase some waterfalls? You've come to the right place—Marquette County is home to 77—more than any other county in Michigan. Between the crisp breeze and colorful trees, our waterfalls are even more magical in the fall, and while we recommend seeing them all, here are three must-see falls…
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Looking to make your autumn more eventful? Race through tunnels of colorful trees and crunching leaves, cheer on a pack of sled dogs as they eagerly prepare for winters' anticipated UP200 races, get into the Halloween spirit with a paranormal lighthouse tour or binge-watch inspirational flicks…
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