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Follow the sunshine, fresh air, and this list of top outdoor attractions to make the most of your summer adventures when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan!

From frolicking in the waves to boarding sunset river cruises — with dancing in the streets, swaying to live music, farmers markets, and food trucks all as options — explore all you can when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan 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! Here’s what to do when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan this summer for a getaway your family will never forget:

Will you float off into the sunset, or drift dreamily under sunny skies? Take your chance to see a lighthouse, or sip wine & savor decadent chocolates while you're on the water? Read on to meet the fleet of boats you can enjoy when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan!

With unique vendors, bonus treats, and special extras & events — discover these farmers markets that are each a must-experience when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan!

All kinds of fun & free as can be, these outdoor summer concert series are your no-cost ticket to experience live music & unique entertainment nearly every night of the week!

Fair rides, street food & fireworks, live music & locally brewed suds — summer is just around the bend, which means the Great Lakes Bay will soon be bursting with festival fun. Mark your calendar for multiple weekends and we’ll see you around town at these summer celebrations!

Pack up for a getaway weekend, and welcome to the place locals call “Saginawesome” — a sentiment you’re sure to share!

Explore the country’s longest canopy walk and 110 acres of botanical gardens, bike a 30-mile stretch of scenic rail trail, or sip under the stars at an open-air beer garden — and enjoy every moment of your vacation in Midland, Michigan!

Find yourself immersed in German heritage, dine on world-famous flavors, experience Michigan's oldest microbrewery, indulge in fantasy carriage rides & relaxing river cruises, and remember what it feels like to unwind. You’re in Frankenmuth for the weekend with nothing but time, and good times are definitely ahead!

With vibrant neighborhoods & unique spots to explore, Bay City, Michigan is a waterfront playground of possibilities! Shop antique centers to quaint boutiques, sample eclectic coffee shops & eateries, sip craft beer & artisan cocktails, and even board a tall ship to sail off into the sunset. It’s all available on your weekend in Bay City!

With hands-on, interactive museums, a zoo with a carousel & choo-choo train, and opportunities to bounce sky-high or race bumper boats & bumper cars — Saginaw is a kid-friendly spot that adults will love, too!