2012 Manistee Summer Calendar

2. Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival - Brethren (Mid June)

Back in 1978 some folk music lovers, spurred on by the success of barn dances and music potlucks in the area, decided to organize a little festival. The first Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival was held on June 17, 1978, in Brethren. It was a free event and featured Iowa Rose, Flatpicker's Local 169, Argo Pond, Dekalb, Dan Gellert, the Flatland Ramblers, Quality Quinn and the Lost World String Band. Today it is on of Brethren's signature events of the year. To learn more about this event visit Spirit of the Woods

3. Manistee National Forest Festival - Manistee(Independence Day)

The Manistee National Forest Festival has been presented by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce since 1936. It is an event that promises entertainment and fun for the entire family. Carnival rides, parades, fireworks, art exhibits, tours, and so much more! To learn more about the Forest Festival including schedules and applications to be apart of the festival visit the Manistee County Chamber of Commerce

4. Bear Lake Days - Bear Lake (Early July - Week Following Forest Festival)

The big day in Bear Lake! Presented by the Bear Lake Promoters, this festival is fun for the entire family! To learn more about Bear Lake Days visit the Bear Lake Promoters

5. Kaleva Heritage Days - Kaleva (Mid July)

A day in Kaleva where the history of this village is celebrated. Come visit the Kaleva Bottle House, Railroad Depot Museum, and explore "Project Kaleva". To find out more about the Kaleva Heritage Days visit Kaleva

6. Arcadia Daze - Arcadia (Late July)

Experience the fun of Arcadia Daze. Featuring Arts and Crafts, car racing, kids games, parades, live music and much more. To view the entire line up and to register for events visit the home of Arcadia Daze here.