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Memorial Day in Iron County, Michigan

Iron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula Iron County still keeps Memorial Day the old way, with the flags, the color guards and the names read out in the cemeteries on Monday morning. Here’s where the services usually are, town by town, and what opens for the long weekend that starts summer in the U.P. Memorial Day Services AI Travel Assistant MAY 31, 2027 Memorial Day falls on the last Monday in May 9 AM When the Crystal Falls parade … read more Memorial Day in Iron County, Michigan→

Blues Fest

As summer winds down, the music heats up in Alpha for the End-of-Summer Blues Fest set for Aug. 29. The music of motorcycles will be heard before the blues music starts with the annual Vets Freedom Ride. The day begins with the Blessing of the Bikes & Bikers at 11 a.m. followed by the Veterans Freedom Ride and Memorial Poker Run. Motorcycles and cars travel from Alpha, through Iron County and return back to Alpha with stops at area memorials.­­­ … read more Blues Fest→

Iron County Fair This Weekend!

Nothing says “Iron County” more than the Iron County Fair. The fair is this weekend and if you haven’t been there before, you should join the fun. Weather looks amazing too! Schedule of events: 2015 IRON COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Wednesday Entry Day Noon to 7:00p.m. Thursday 4-H and Open Class Exhibit Judging All Day Arts and Crafts Sale All Day Senior Day All Day Free Lunch for Seniors Noon Bandstand Antique Farm Equipment Display All 4 Days Jim … read more Iron County Fair This Weekend!→

Summer Fest in Crystal Falls This Weekend

Summer time in Crystal Falls will be celebrated July 25 and 26 during Crystal Falls Summer Fest. The event includes shopping, a grilling competition, live music, a pie social and a special presentation at the Crystal Theatre. All events take place in downtown Crystal Falls. The weekend kicks off on Saturday with the antique and crafters’ flea market from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Then, take a break from shopping to eat sloppy joes and pie at the Harbour House … read more Summer Fest in Crystal Falls This Weekend→

Bass Festival

Bass Festival Returns to Crystal Falls July 2026 For more than six decades, Bass Festival has been one of Crystal Falls’ signature summer traditions. The annual event brings together residents, visitors, families, anglers, and community organizations for a weekend filled with outdoor activities, friendly competition, live entertainment, and small-town summer fun. The 61st Annual Bass Festival takes place July 10–12, 2026, making it one of the busiest summer weekends in Iron County. Visitors planning a trip during Bass Festival weekend … read more Bass Festival→

Rewarding Places to Stay in Michigan

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906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935

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906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917

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Ice Lake

906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-DO-BRULE
906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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906-822-7713
1968 US 141 Highway
Amasa, MI 49903

Iron County Michigan Visitors Guide

Iron County is one of the Upper Peninsula’s best kept secrets. From camping to fishing, hunting to canoeing, mountain biking to forest bathing – no matter your interests, the great outdoors and clear crisp air await you here.

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