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🍺 Tippin’ Up 2026 at Alpha Michigan Brewing Company

February 28 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Get ready for an afternoon of frosty fun in the heart of Iron County. Tippin’ Up 2026 brings together winter shenanigans, friendly competition, great food, and live entertainment for a full day of community celebration.


❄️ Event Highlights

Ice Shanty Shenanigans (Starts at Noon)

Search the ice shanties for the “Alpha” Salmon, spot the salmon, and win a prize.

🎣 The Tipsy Trout Tournament (Noon – 2:00 PM)

Keep an eye on the tip-ups. Every 30 minutes or so, select tip-ups will be triggered. Be one of the first five to reach it, collect a fish token, and trade it in for a prize.

🍺 Beerympics (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Show off your Olympic spirit and compete in individual or team events.

🏅 Beerympic Medal Ceremony (4:15 PM)

Celebrate the winners and wrap up the competition with an official medal ceremony.

🎤 Live Entertainment

RRR DJ Karaoke

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Grab the mic and bring the energy.


🌮 Food On-Site

Thermal Chaos Food Truck will be serving up hearty winter favorites including:

  • Brisket Chili Bowls

  • Pulled Pork Sandwiches

  • Texas Brisket Sandwiches

  • BBQ Plates with slaw and beans

Perfect comfort food for a winter afternoon outdoors.


🎉 Why You Should Go

Tippin’ Up is more than an event — it’s a winter tradition. Whether you’re competing, cheering, singing, or just enjoying great food and craft beer, this is a laid-back Upper Peninsula celebration that brings people together.

Bundle up, bring your friends, and plan to spend the afternoon in Alpha.

 
 

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