Traverse City Art Fairs & Craft Shows
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
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The Annual Hops & Props on the River is an event not to be missed. It’a held in downtown Manistee and focuses on the city’s rich boating history, plus the popularity of Michigan craft beer, cider, and wine. Over 100 varieties of locally crafted beverages will be available for sampling. There will also be food trucks and cornhole available.
The Century Boat Show rounds out this event and is from 10am-4pm with the tasting event running from 1-6pm. Tickets are $30 each in advance which includes a Hops & Props glass (approx. 6oz) and 6 beer samples. Advance tickets can be purchased at mynorthtickets.com. Tickets bought online on the day of the event from 12am-6pm and tickets bought at the door (cash only) are $35 . Designated Driver & Minor General Event Admission is $5 per person at the door (cash only).
Manistee DDA & Manistee Visitors Bureau
(231) 398-3262
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
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Pet live animals, enjoy fresh produce and dairy products, and more! Lots of experiences are available for the family when you visit the farm!
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Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
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The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.