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Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
📅When6/5/2026through 6/14/2026
📍WhereMackinac Island (island-wide)Mackinac Island, MI
👤Hosted ByMackinac Island Tourism Bureau
🏷️CategoryFestivals, Live Events & Performing Arts
About This Event
A ten-day celebration of Mackinac Island's lilac season combining gardens, island heritage, food, music, the Vintage Bicycle Rally, athletic events, and the Grand Parade. It is one of the state's best-known destination festivals and a strong fit for qMeet's popular-events focus.
CostMany public festival elements are free to enjoy, but transportation to the island, lodging, dining, and some activities are extra.
What to WearComfortable breathable clothes and walking shoes, plus a light layer for the evening.
What to BringWater, sunscreen, sunglasses, a phone charger, and cash or a card for food, drinks, or vendors.
When & Where
Starts6/5/2026
Ends6/14/2026
VenueMackinac Island (island-wide)
CityMackinac Island, MI 49757
Driving / Transportation / ParkingVisitors reach Mackinac Island by ferry or air; motor vehicles are generally not used on the island. Plan around ferry parking lots on the mainland and on-island walking, biking, or horse-drawn transportation.
Multi-day event — hours may vary by day, so check the description and any official event link.
Who Can Attend
VisibilityPublic — anyone can join
Member LimitNo limit
Est. Attendance90,000 total (12,000 peak day)
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