ACTIVITIES
Four Great Races , One Beautiful Island
ACTIVITIES
THE ORIGINAL MACKINAC ISLAND BUTTERFLY HOUSE One of the best family values on Mackinac Island . Beautiful lush gardens filled with hundreds of colorful butterflies on display . Also , observe incredible insects from exotic regions and meet Pimento the bearded dragon . Butterfly releases daily at 10:30 a . m . and 4:30p . m . Located behind Ste . Anne Church . 906-847-3972
MAZE OF MIRRORS A fun unique experience finding your way through life size mirrors and glass . 231-218-8955
MISSION POINT RESORT has curated a series of beyond ordinary Island experiences called MACKINAC MARVELS . These onsite activities include dining events , bird watching tours , floral arranging , living like a local lunches , cooking and cocktail making classes , wine tastings and more . These and more Island activities are available to everyone and can be booked directly at Missionpoint . com .
THE McCARTNEY YEARS LIVE AT MISSION POINT . Experience an unforgettable musical journey delivered through the life of Paul McCartney and his timeless hits . The McCartney Years is a live performance held in the iconic Mission Point Theater Wednesdays through Sundays , Memorial through Labor Day . Book directly at Missionpoint . com or call 906-847-3000 for ticket information .
WINGS OF MACKINAC BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY Discover butterflies from around the world . Beautiful atrium garden , colorful flowers , music , a treat for the senses . Located at Surrey Hill . 906-847-9464 .
RUN MACKINAC Four very popular running races are held each summer on Mackinac Island , organized by Run Mackinac . Each race covers a different route with varied terrain and awesome vistas . Young and old , runners and walkers are all invited to participate . Come run or walk a race , then enjoy the rest of the weekend on Mackinac Island . Go online to to register www . runmackinac . com or call 810-487-0954 .
Four Great Races , One Beautiful Island
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FORT2FORT CHALLENGE
May 11 , 2024
Run or Walk the Fort2Fort Five Mile Challenge on a scenic course from Ft Mackinac to Ft Holmes and back ! Limit 650 runners
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LILAC FESTIVAL 10K RUN & WALK
June 8 , 2024
Join over 1,100 participants to kick off the Lilac Festival with a scenic 10K through downtown , Island interior and shoreline !
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Mackinac Island EIGHT MILE RUN & WALK
September 7 , 2024
Race the Island perimeter for the 52nd Anniversary of this exciting and scenic summer ending event . Over 1700 participants !
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Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile Run / Walk
October 26 , 2024
Travel the trails in the largest race on Mackinac Island ! Over 2500 participants expected in our 28th year . Plus , lots of great swag !
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For most current race information or updates , please visit : RunMackinac . com
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