Hit the lakes or the trails, find great shopping, see history at work and more!

Paddle Antrim Festival, September 12th-14th
Experience the Chain of Lakes Water Trail and the lakeside communities that surround it. The Festival includes a block party on Friday night, then, a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail in Antrim County on Saturday and Sunday. This choose your own adventure paddle provides the opportunity for you to paddle one or both days and decide how far to travel.  There are exits strategically placed along the route so you may go anywhere from 7 miles to all 42. Learn more at paddleantrim.com
 
Leelanau Harvest Bike Tour, Saturday, September 14th, 8am
This is a bike adventure for single riders, groups or families. All rides start from Suttons Bay High School-choose from a 20, 40, 65, or 100 mile route. Registration is $40-$55 per person. Sign up at cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org
  
The Red Dresser Barn Market, Friday, Sept. 13th, 4-8pm, and Saturday, Sept. 14th, 9am-4pm
Come out to the Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds for a vintage flea and makers market, plus live music both days. More than 100 vendors will be on site. Get details at thereddressertc.com
 
Michilimackinac At Work, September 14th and 15th
Come see how Michilimackinac worked in the 18th century. Voyageurs, blacksmiths, laundresses, clerks and soldiers will all be working their trades at the fort over the weekend. Admission is $12.50 for adults, $7.25 for ages 5-12, free for under 5. Learn more at mackinacparks.com/mackinac-admission
  
Northern Home and Cottage Petoskey Home Tours, Saturday, September 14th, 10am to 5pm, Petoskey
Get an inside look at 6 of the most stunning and fashionable homes “Up North”. Proceeds benefit Child and Family Services of Northwest Michigan. Tickets are $20-$40 at mynorthtickets.com