MICHIGAN EVENT CALENDAR

Below are a list of events throughout the state of Michigan. List list is not exclusive and events could change, so please contact event directly for the latest information. If you have an event or know of one you would like to add to the list please email us at information@rentalbug.com

Michigan Event Calendar - May thru June 2008

Tulip Festival, May 3-10
Holland celebrates its Dutch heritage with America’s “Best Small Town Festival”—Tulip Time. Millions of blooming tulips form the colorful backdrop for parades, concerts, Dutch Marktplaats and much more.

National Morel Mushroom Festival, May 15-18
Shroomers flock to Boyne City for the weekend celebration of the National Morel Mushroom Festival. Flea and Farmer's Markets, carnival rides, arts & crafts, sports tournaments and food events, including a Morel Breakfast and Morel Taste of Boyne, round out the festivals.

Kirtland Warbler Festival, May 17
Nature lovers flock to the annual Kirtland's Warbler Festival honoring the cheery lemon-breasted songbird that nests only in limited areas of Northern Michigan. This "Celebration of Nature" includes a guided trip to the endangered bird's nesting areas near Roscommon.

East Lansing Art Festival, May 17-18
Over 200 juried artist exhibitors from all over the US and Canada bring fine arts and crafts to sell. Also, a variety of activities, performances, demonstrations and the international food court for your enjoyment.

Alma Highland Festival, May 24-25
Located on the Alma College campus, the festival includes piping drumming and band competitions along with traditional Scottish dancing and fiddling. If you want to really experience the festival, stick around and take part in our Ceilidh (party) on Saturday night.

Colonial Michilimackinac Pageant, May 24-25
Experience a reenactment of the June 2, 1763 Native American attack on the British-held fort as presented by a Mackinaw City community group. Visitors will meet famous Indian Chiefs, Minavavans and Matchekewis of the Objibwa tribe.

59th Annual Mackinac Island Lilac Festival, June 6-15
Mackinac Island comes alive with scented flowers and many activities during the 59th annual Lilac Festival. Flowers, games, the Grand Parade and live music are just some of the events during the festival.

Bavarian Festival, June 12 - 16
The Bavarian Festival has been voted "Top 5 Festivals in the State of Michigan" by AAA's Michigan Living Magazine. It’s not just an event… it’s a feeling of “Gemütlichkeit,” combined with the warmth and friendship of Michigan’s charming Bavarian village.

Muskegon Summer Celebration, June 26 - July 6
Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon is home to 11 days of concerts, events, fireworks, arts & crafts and carnival rides. Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, Muskegon Summer Celebration has an event for you.

Michigan Championship Balloonfest, June 27-29
Check out Howell for the state championship of hot air ballooning, featuring more than 50 gorgeous balloons. Enjoy thrilling skydiving exhibitions, stunt kite shows, kids activities, a 5K run, a medieval village, arts festival and family entertainment and more