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No matter the season — or whether you’re craving craft beer, wine, or cocktails — you’ll find plenty of places to savor in Pure Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region. Make your way through this hand-picked guide of artisans & opportunities, and discover for yourself!

Enjoy a leisurely hayride, get lost in corn fields, find future jack-o-lanterns, and absolutely indulge in the quintessential combo of fall: cider & donuts! Grab a fleece, gather your flock, and enjoy a crisp autumn day in the Great Lakes Bay!

Find yourself smiling at apple orchards, sauntering through pumpkin patches and corn mazes, and enjoying delicious mulled wine with friends. Whether you hike, bike, or sit back & sip cider together, discover the best of fall in the Great Lakes Bay!

With pumpkin patches & corn mazes ready — and fresh apple cider & donuts waiting at orchards & farms — read on to discover what to do this season to make family memories that'll last a lifetime!

Find your favorite view as you explore these one-of-a-kind places to leaf-peep around the Great Lakes Bay!

Gather together for the harvest season at huge auto fests and homemade craft shows, big country getdowns and cozy, intimate events. Explore extravagant markets, discover Michigan-made fare, and raise your glasses in a toast to autumn at these can’t-miss festivals & events in the Great Lakes Bay!

It’s summertime in Michigan, and there’s no better way to savor this delicious season than to dine, al fresco style! Gather up in Great Lakes Bay neighborhoods pleasantly packed with inviting patios — and discover social zones where city streets become one big ole outdoor dining space!

Bringing delicious dishes, crave-worthy foods, and even gourmet selections to the streets (often at incredibly affordable prices), food trucks are popular for many reasons! But which trucks serve what, and where can you find these mobile eateries? We're here to dish.

Find yourself feeling carefree at these memorable outdoor spaces that will quench your thirst for good brews and great times this summer!

With intentional street closures paving the way for inviting outdoor spots, be sure to hit the streets of our Great Lakes Bay cities to fully enjoy this summer!

From frolicking in the waves to boarding sailboat cruises at sunset — with dancing in the streets, swaying to live music, farmers markets and food trucks all as options — explore all you can in the Great Lakes Bay this summer!

Pack up the fam and hit the open road to arrive at destination high fives & smiles — and beaches, boat rides, splash parks, and petting zoos!