Empire Emergency Fund Concert: September 26

Little Traverse Inn 149 E. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, MI

Join us Sunday, September 26, for an outdoor concert at Little Traverse Inn from 4-6pm. Admission is free; donations will go to support the efforts of the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund. Musician Dennis Palmer will perform. Dennis has released 5 albums of original music, ranging from Acoustic Blues to Contemporary Folk. His eclectic style […]

Empire Hops & Harvest Festival

Downtown Empire

Stay tuned for updates on the Empire Hops Festival via our Facebook and Instagram! Sadly there will be no Empire Hops Festival this Fall of 2023! Hopefully coming soon in Fall 2024! We are hoping that this year brings us back together!  Past Sponsors   Past Food Vendors   Sponsored By The event will be […]

Empire Heritage Day

Empire Area Museum Complex 11544 LaCore, Empire, MI, United States

The Empire Area Museum Complex celebrates Heritage Day at the museum on Saturday, October 9, 2021, from 1 to 4 PM. It will be a day filled with music, history, and entertainment for the whole family!   Moomers Ice Cream & Popcorn will be available!!! View the vintage cars, tractors, hit and miss engines, and more […]

Empire Artisan Marketplace

Empire Township Hall

Empire Artisan Marketplace Saturday, November 27th | 10am-4pm Empire Township Hall Expect to find truly unique, quality, handcrafted items—created and sold by local artists. We will have a great array of items to help kick-start your holiday shopping! 18 Artisans will be present with lovely handcrafted items and gifts for everyone on your list. Shop […]

Easter Egg Hunt & Fun with Crystal River Outfitters

M22 Glen Arbor 6298 W Western Ave., Glen Arbor, MI, United States

Easter Egg Hunt & Fun in Glen Arbor The Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District in Glen Arbor is hosting its first Districtwide Easter Egg Hunt. The festivities will take place at M22 Glen Arbor 6298 W Western Ave. on  Saturday, April 16th. The afternoon will be full of Easter activities and family fun. The event […]

Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours

Guided Wildflower Hike The event repeats twice every Saturday in May, at 11am and 1pm, starting May 7th to May 28th. Together with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers, woods and wildlife! Hike is about 1.5 hrs, dress for the weather, bring your camera, binoculars and water. Call […]

$15

Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours

Guided Wildflower Hike The event repeats twice every Saturday in May, at 11am and 1pm, starting May 7th to May 28th. Together with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers, woods and wildlife! Hike is about 1.5 hrs, dress for the weather, bring your camera, binoculars and water. Call […]

$15

Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours

Guided Wildflower Hike The event repeats twice every Saturday in May, at 11am and 1pm, starting May 7th to May 28th. Together with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers, woods and wildlife! Hike is about 1.5 hrs, dress for the weather, bring your camera, binoculars and water. Call […]

$15

Guided Wildflower Hike with Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours

Guided Wildflower Hike The event repeats twice every Saturday in May, at 11am and 1pm, starting May 7th to May 28th. Together with your guide you will explore different wildflower habitats and hear about early bloomers, woods and wildlife! Hike is about 1.5 hrs, dress for the weather, bring your camera, binoculars and water. Call […]

$15

Kick-yer Assparagus 5km Fun Run Walk

Empire Beach Village Park 11260 S Lake Michigan Dr, Empire, MI, United States

Start the celebration of Asparagus with a 5km fun run/walk!

$25

LivelyLands Boutique Music Festival

Backyard Burdickville 3805 W Empire HWY, Empire, MI, United States

Come Join Us, For a weekend getaway of live music, local food, arts, bonfires and camping! Located just outside Empire at the Backyard Budickville this local family friendly festival will be happening all weekend long! Click here to purchase tickets!  

Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours

The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! Hikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! Call 248-931-9440 for more information!

Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours

The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! Hikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! Call 248-931-9440 for more information!

Guided Wildflower Hikes with SBD Tours

The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! Hikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! Call 248-931-9440 for more information!

Guided Wildflower Hike with SBD Tours

The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! Hikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! Call 248-931-9440 for more information!

Guided Wildflower Hikes with SBD Tours

The Guided Wildflower hikes are back! Join SBD Tours for beautiful hikes and identifying all the gorgeous flowers in our area! Call SBD Tours for location day of! Hikes are at 11am and 1pm on every Saturday and Sunday through May 28th! Call 248-931-9440 for more information!

Strolling Lights Festival

M22 Glen Arbor 6298 W Western Ave., Glen Arbor, MI, United States

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The District’s Friends & Family Night

M22 Glen Arbor 6298 W Western Ave., Glen Arbor, MI, United States

Join Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor for an evening of shopping and fun! Grab your friends and family to shop for last minute gifts and holiday deals! Enjoy a glass of wine, cozy up in our wine patio or by one of our fires, and have a festive night!

Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC

Grocers Daughter Chocolate

HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! CALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 Our fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can't wait to host you! We'll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world's favorite treat. Here are some […]

$25

Chocolate Tasting & Class with GDC

Grocers Daughter Chocolate

HEAD TO WEBSITE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES! CALL OR EMAIL FOR A CUSTOM CLASS DAY/TIME IN 2023 Our fun and informative tasting classes are back and we can't wait to host you! We'll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world's favorite treat. Here are some […]

$25

2024 Empire Asparagus Festival

Downtown Empire

Ready for all things Asparagus!? SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, June 1st We are back for another amazing asparagus filled day! Lots of incredible local asparagus eats, great music, and fun activities to come! Including the Kick-Yer Assparagus 5k Fun Run/Walk! Link below to sign up! Sign up for the 5k HERE! Enter your asparagus recipe […]