Featured event | Frankenmuth
Apr 16, 2027 · 6:00 PM EDT
Two-night retro festival at Frankenmuth's Harvey Kern Pavilion with live cover bands, vendors, food and beverages. Friday runs 6 PM to midnight and Saturday runs 5 PM to midnight.
Featured event | Frankenmuth
May 28, 2027 · 7:00 PM EDT
Memorial Day weekend hot-air-balloon event in Frankenmuth featuring more than 20 balloons, morning and evening flights, and nightly balloon glows. The 2027 schedule begins Friday evening with a 7:00-8:30 PM flight and...
Featured event | Bay City
Jul 1, 2027 · 1:00 PM EDT
Multi-day Independence Day festival in Bay City with fireworks at 10:12 PM nightly plus carnival, concessions, games and family activities at Veterans Memorial Park and Wenonah Park.
Au Gres area event calendar
Plan your stay around verified nearby festivals, markets, music, art, recurring local activities, and smaller happenings. Au Gres keeps you close to regional activities while giving you a quieter Lake Huron home base.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Oct 28
Wednesdays, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, May-October
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A Wednesday farm market at Trailhead Marketplace in AuSable, with local produce and market vendors during the May-October season.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Nov 2, 2026 · 4:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
The Collective by Tawas Wellness hosts a public first-Monday community supper in East Tawas from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Nov 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM EST
Approx. 24-30 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A Thanksgiving morning 5K run/walk and 1-mile Drumstick Dash hosted by Tawas Wellness, starting from The Collective in East Tawas.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Nov 6, 13, 20 & 27
Fridays; doors open at 4:00 PM and bingo begins at 6:30 PM. November and December 2026 dates are listed through December 18.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Friday night bingo at American Legion Post #274 in Oscoda. The current listing says doors open at 4:00 PM and bingo begins at 6:30 PM.
Nov 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM EST
Approx. 22-28 mi · 25-45 min from LHCR cabins
A Saturday craft and bazaar stop at Tawas Area High School, useful for guests planning a November day trip through Tawas.
Nov 7, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-30 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A local Empty Bowls fundraiser at Tawas Bay Art Gallery, easy to pair with a quiet Saturday visit to East Tawas.
Nov 21, 2026 · 8:00 AM EST
Approx. 24-30 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A two-day holiday art open house in East Tawas with local gallery shopping and seasonal browsing for a November weekend.
Nov 22, 2026 · 1:00 PM EST
Approx. 33-42 mi · 40-60 min from LHCR cabins
A free Thanksgiving-weekend family movie at the historic State Theatre of Bay City.
Nov 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST
Approx. 15-19 mi · 20-30 min from LHCR cabins
A Friday evening Santa Parade and Depot Lighting at the Standish Historic Depot, with holiday lights and a community start to the season.
Nov 28, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST
Approx. 23-29 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A by-donation afternoon at Tawas Point Lighthouse with the tower and keeper's quarters open for a seasonal visit at Tawas Point State Park.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Dec 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Dec 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Dec 7, 2026 · 4:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
The Collective by Tawas Wellness hosts a public first-Monday community supper in East Tawas from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Dec 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST
Approx. 33-42 mi · 40-60 min from LHCR cabins
A free evening holiday movie at the historic State Theatre of Bay City.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Dec 4, 11 & 18
Fridays; doors open at 4:00 PM and bingo begins at 6:30 PM. November and December 2026 dates are listed through December 18.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Friday night bingo at American Legion Post #274 in Oscoda. The current listing says doors open at 4:00 PM and bingo begins at 6:30 PM.
Dec 19, 2026 · 1:00 PM EST
Approx. 33-42 mi · 40-60 min from LHCR cabins
A free afternoon holiday movie at the historic State Theatre of Bay City.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Jan 4, 2027 · 4:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A relaxed first-Monday community supper at The Collective by Tawas Wellness in East Tawas.
Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Feb 1, 2027 · 4:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A relaxed first-Monday community supper at The Collective by Tawas Wellness in East Tawas.
Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Feb 7, 2027 · 11:00 AM EST
Approx. 37-45 mi · 45-65 min from LHCR cabins
A one-day scratch bowling tournament at Hi-Skore Lanes & Bar in West Branch. Check-in begins at 10:00 AM and qualifying starts at 11:00 AM, making this a local indoor sports option for guests already planning time around West Branch.
Feb 27, 2027 · 10:00 AM EST
Approx. 40-49 mi · 50-75 min from LHCR cabins
A public vintage snowmobile show and ride at the Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Club trailhead north of West Branch, held with the club's anniversary celebration.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Mar 1, 2027 · 4:00 PM EST
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A relaxed first-Monday community supper at The Collective by Tawas Wellness in East Tawas.
Mar 4, 11, 18 & 25
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Mar 4, 11, 18 & 25
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Mar 12, 2027 · 5:30 PM EST
Approx. 34-42 mi · 40-65 min from LHCR cabins
Bay City Players youth theater production with performances March 12-14 and March 19-20, 2027. Friday performances are at 6:30 PM and Saturday/Sunday performances are at 3 PM.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Apr 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Apr 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Apr 5, 2027 · 4:00 PM EDT
Approx. 24-31 mi · 30-45 min from LHCR cabins
A relaxed first-Monday community supper at The Collective by Tawas Wellness in East Tawas.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Apr 16, 2027 · 6:00 PM EDT
Approx. 53-65 mi · 65-95 min from LHCR cabins
Two-night retro festival at Frankenmuth's Harvey Kern Pavilion with live cover bands, vendors, food and beverages. Friday runs 6 PM to midnight and Saturday runs 5 PM to midnight.
Apr 17, 2027 · 9:00 AM EDT
Approx. 87-104 mi · 105-155 min from LHCR cabins
Traveling indoor shopping market at The Aplex with vendor booths and weekend shopping. Saturday hours are 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday hours are 10 AM to 4 PM.
Apr 23, 2027 · 7:30 PM EDT
Approx. 34-42 mi · 40-65 min from LHCR cabins
Bay City Players musical production with performances April 23-25, April 30-May 2, and May 7-9, 2027. Fridays and the first Saturday are at 7:30 PM; later Saturdays and Sundays are at 3 PM.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
May 6, 13, 20 & 27
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
May 6, 13, 20 & 27
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
May 28, 2027 · 7:00 PM EDT
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
Memorial Day weekend hot-air-balloon event in Frankenmuth featuring more than 20 balloons, morning and evening flights, and nightly balloon glows. The 2027 schedule begins Friday evening with a 7:00-8:30 PM flight and 9:00-10:00 PM glow, continues with morn...
May 29, 2027 · 1:00 PM EDT
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
A family-friendly Dog Bowl pet parade through Frankenmuth River Place Shops. Dogs and owners line up at 12:45 PM near the south parking lot marquee, with the parade beginning at 1:00 PM and traveling north on Main Street, across the Wooden Covered Bridge, a...
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Jun 3, 10, 17 & 24
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Jun 3, 10, 17 & 24
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Jun 10, 2027 – Jun 13, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 53-65 mi · 65-95 min from LHCR cabins
2027 dates are posted, but full hours or schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before planning around this event.
Four-day Bavarian heritage festival in Frankenmuth with music, dancing, food, parade traditions and community activities. 2027 dates are posted, but full hours and program details are still pending.
Jun 10, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
2027 date is confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
A community food-truck festival at Frankenmuth River Place Shops featuring food trucks, music, seating and family-friendly activities. The official River Place Shops 2026 visitor guide lists June 10 as the 2027 June date; detailed 2027 hours and programming...
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Jun 12, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 53-65 mi · 65-95 min from LHCR cabins
2027 date is posted, but full hours or schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before planning around this event.
One-day cheese festival at Frankenmuth Cheese Haus with free tastings, family-friendly activities, outdoor games, live entertainment, artisan vendors and cheese-themed activities. Full 2027 hours and agenda are still pending.
Jun 18, 2027 – Jun 20, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 29-35 mi · 35-55 min from LHCR cabins
2027 dates are confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
A three-day motorcycle rally at the Ogemaw County Fairgrounds in West Branch. The current 2027 event listing identifies the Ogemaw Agricultural Society as the contact and links to the fairgrounds website. Detailed 2027 hours and program have not yet been pu...
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Jul 1, 2027 · 1:00 PM EDT
Multi-day Independence Day festival in Bay City with fireworks at 10:12 PM nightly plus carnival, concessions, games and family activities at Veterans Memorial Park and Wenonah Park.
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Jul 8, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
2027 date is confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
A community food-truck festival at Frankenmuth River Place Shops featuring food trucks, music, seating and family-friendly activities. The current River Place Shops visitor guide specifically lists July 8 as a 2027 Funtown Chowdown date; detailed 2027 hours...
Jul 13, 2027 – Jul 17, 2027 · Time TBA
2027 dates are confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
Five-day Swiss-inspired downtown festival in Gaylord with carnival rides, food, craft vendors, parades, contests and live entertainment. 2027 dates are confirmed, but full public hours are not yet posted.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Aug 5, 12, 19 & 26
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Aug 5, 12, 19 & 26
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Aug 11, 2027 – Aug 14, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 53-65 mi · 65-95 min from LHCR cabins
2027 dates are confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
Frankenmuth's Summer Music Fest brings multiple days of live music, dancing, food and a family-friendly festival atmosphere to Heritage Park and the Harvey Kern Pavilion. The official festival site confirms the 2027 festival for August 11–14; detailed daily...
Aug 12, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
2027 date is confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
A community food-truck festival at Frankenmuth River Place Shops featuring food trucks, music, seating and family-friendly activities. The current River Place Shops visitor guide specifically lists August 12 as a 2027 Funtown Chowdown date; detailed 2027 ho...
Friday through Sunday festivals, markets, music, seasonal events, and other nearby happenings.
Aug 13, 2027 – Aug 15, 2027 · Time TBA
2027 dates are confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
Annual Alpena show focused on antique tractors, steam engines, vintage farm machinery and local agricultural heritage. 2027 dates are confirmed, but the full 2027 program is not yet posted.
Verified local events and regional happenings within reach of an Au Gres cabin stay.
Monday through Thursday options for quieter days, including recurring local activities when verified.
Sep 2
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM
Approx. 38-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
A casual Thursday evening game night at Tait's Bill of Fare in Oscoda, with phone-based trivia and group games for walk-in guests.
Sep 2
Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Approx. 37-46 mi · 45-70 min from LHCR cabins
Weekly line dancing at VFW Post #3735 in Oscoda, scheduled Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A low-key local activity for guests looking for something to do on a quieter weekday.
Sep 9, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 54-65 mi · 65-100 min from LHCR cabins
2027 date is confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
A community food-truck festival at Frankenmuth River Place Shops featuring food trucks, music, seating and family-friendly activities. The current River Place Shops visitor guide specifically lists September 9 as a 2027 Funtown Chowdown date; detailed 2027 ...
Sep 16, 2027 – Sep 19, 2027 · Time TBA
Approx. 53-65 mi · 65-95 min from LHCR cabins
2027 dates are confirmed, but hours or the full schedule have not yet been published. Check the official source before heading out.
Frankenmuth's annual Oktoberfest celebrates Bavarian tradition with German-style entertainment, dancing, food vendors, festival souvenirs and Hofbräu beer at Heritage Park. Official Frankenmuth tourism and festival sources confirm the 2027 festival dates as...
Stay close enough for nearby events and day trips, then come back to the calmer side of Lake Huron. Amenities vary by cabin, so check each listing for the right fit.
Event details can change. Before heading out, check the official source link for the latest date, time, location, and ticket or admission information.
