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Ice Festival

January 26, 2008

January 31, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

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 2:00 p.m.

            (517) 279-6902     Website

Coldwater Car Show

May 10, 2008

May 9, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

This 2-day event (TBD) is complete with activities for the entire family.  Food, crafts, auto-related vendors, muffler rap and of course, vintage cars and motorcycles.  The first 1,000 vehicles entered to the show receive dash plaques and goodie bags.

           (517) 278-5985   Website

Civil War Days

May 23-26, 2008

May 22-25, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

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

Strawberry Festival

May 17, 2008

May 16, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

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   Website

Meteor Festival

July 12, 2008

July 11, 2009

Union City, Michigan

This annual festival is in the community that is home to renowned children's author Patricia Polacco. The festival is named after the story about the meteor that fell on her grandparent's farm many years before. Union City is also home to Hensley's Dime Store This festival offers readings by the author, music and food

         (269) 317-7723     Website

Polish Festival

July 17-19, 2008

July 16-19, 2009

Bronson, Michigan

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        Website

Kites Over Branch County

July 25-27, 2008

July 24-26, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

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   Website

Remember the Alamo

July 26, 2008

July 25, 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

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      Website

Magic Festival

August 6-9, 2008

August 5-8 , 2009

Colon, Michigan

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     Website

AppleFest

September 13 , 2008

September 12 , 2009

Coldwater, Michigan

If you like apples...or even if you don't you'll love the Autumn festival.  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) 279-6902   Website

 
 
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