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Bundled up in bright-white snow, snuggled ‘round for hot cocoa, or off to festivals and seasonal celebrations? Indulge in each and more as you discover these top winter wonderlands and extra-cool events in Pure Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region!

Warm woolen mittens & fluffy down coats — wrap up the family for wintertime adventures ahead! Whether you sled down snowy slopes and twirl loops at outdoor ice rinks — or dare to barrel down toboggan runs together — enjoy the hot cocoa and rosy cheeks afterwards!

Whether you & yours gather for tree lighting ceremonies or holiday markets — meet up at 25 Christmas Lane to shop the world's largest Christmas store or mingle at merry concerts together — read on to discover where to be for all the holiday glee in Pure Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region!

With full menus to small plates for savoring, baked goods and pastries made fresh daily, and java jolts to mellow-mood teas at the ready, enjoy tasting your way through these cozy coffee shops & tea lounges in the Great Lakes Bay!

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!

Some of the best amateur hockey players in North America will meet in Saginaw, Michigan, USA during the spring of 2024 to compete for the Canadian Hockey League’s top team honors in the 2024 Memorial Cup presented by Dow.

Where traditional art galleries & museums mingle with modern murals — and inspiration dances in the streets at public art displays — take a trip through these vibrant cities in Pure Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region and welcome your senses to the limitless possibilities of art!

Take picturesque hikes and colorful boat tours, peruse apple orchards and sip on cider, pedal trolleys through leafy streets and ride ziplines right through the trees! Pull on your boots, bring a light jacket, and be ready for these must-experience fall excursions in Pure Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region!

Find your favorite view as you explore these one-of-a-kind places to leaf-peep in Pure Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region!

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 Pure Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region!

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

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!