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Ice Festival

Annually last Saturday in January

Coldwater, Michigan

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Ice Fest is set to begin at 10:00 a.m. and will feature master ice carvers, carving on blocks of ice in different locations throughout downtown Coldwater.  In addition there will be a "Chili Cook-Off" and activities for kids between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

(517) 279-6902 

Coldwater Car Show

Annually Mother's Day Weekend

Coldwater, Michigan

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This is an annual Mother’s Day weekend event held at the Branch County Fairgrounds in Coldwater, Mi.  We have the largest show in the area with up to 1,600 Show Cars, over 100 Show Quality Cycles, over 300 vendors including Swap and Arts & Crafts plus over 10,000 spectators yearly. 

Contact (517) 278-5367

Civil War Days

Annually Memorial Weekend

Coldwater, Michigan

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Join in this Memorial weekend living history lesson complete with Civil War Battle Re-enactments, Sutlers, a period dance, watch the period crafter's, a Civil War Church Service, ride the Steam Engine Train and chat with President Lincoln. Horse and wagon rides, period concerts, demonstrations and encampments fill this holiday weekend in Coldwater, Michigan.  (517) 279-1413

Strawberry Festival

Annually Third Saturday in June

Coldwater, Michigan

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Strawberries...get your strawberries at this annual May festival.  Strawberry pies, strawberry shortcake and fresh strawberries are the real draw to downtown Coldwater, but the wonderful crafter's have handmade candles, jewelry, yard ornaments, furniture and more. 

(517) 279-9375  

Polish Festival

Annually Third Weekend in July

Bronson, Michigan

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This 3-day event kicks off annually with fireworks and an opening ceremony, complete with door prizes and crowning of Polish Royalty.  Polish food and music, a parade, a Polish wedding reception, crafts, talent show, car show, pancake breakfast, fishing tournament, Bingo and sports tournaments fill this weekend with events for the whole family.

(517) 369-7334

Kites Over Branch County

Annually Third Weekend in July

Coldwater, Michigan

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Kites fill the air at this annual fly and competition, celebrating over 6 years of this family event.  Bring your lawn chairs to sit back and watch as the kites dance to music, an windless kite fly demonstration, night lit kite flights and more. (517) 617-6484

Remember the Alamo

Annually Last Saturday in July

Coldwater, Michigan

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Do you remember when the Alamo was the cruise-in spot to be?  The Alamo is long gone, but the cruisers are still here!  This cruise brings in over 500 cars annually. These classic cars rumble on U.S. 12 and park throughout the downtown so you can see them up close. Music entertainment usually include at least 2 live bands.  (517) 279-6902     

Magic Festival

Annually First Full Week in July

Colon, Michigan

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Magic in the streets, magic in the restaurants, magic in the shops and magic on stage...magic everywhere at the annual celebration.  Lectures, junior/senior talent contests, close-up shows, ladies events, craft show and a Magic Minister's Session.(269) 432-3235 

Old 27 Motor Tour

Annually Third Week in August

Coldwater to Cheboygan, Michigan

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This annual cruise starts in Coldwater and this week long journey ends up in Cheboygan, Michigan.  Scheduled stops along the way include Lansing, St. Johns, Ithaca, St. Louis, Clare, Harrison, Grayling , Gaylord ending up in Cheboygan.

AppleFest

Annually Third Saturday in September

Coldwater, Michigan

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If you like apples...or even if you don't you'll love the AppleFest.  In addition to baked goods, apples, cider and crafts, you're bound to enjoy the people watching and the fabulous historic downtown shops and restaurants.

(517) 279-9375 

 
 
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Branch County Tourism Bureau

28 W. Chicago St., #1C

Coldwater, MI 49036

(800) 968-9333 or (517) 278-0241
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