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Annual Events
Harbor Springs Festival of the Book
September 26-28, 2025
A three-day celebration of readers, writers, books, and the literary craft. The annual literary event brings authors and readers from around the country to downtown Harbor Springs. Back again in 2024.
Downtown Harbor Springs Ice Fest
February 2026
Over 30 ice sculptures throughout Downtown Harbor Springs, Live Ice Carvings.
Blessing of the Fleet
June 26, 2025
A traditional Blessing of the Fleet boat parade on Little Traverse Bay, kicking off at the marina area. This wonderful event, now in its eighth year, is the official start of summer in Harbor Springs.
Harbor Springs Car Festival
August
Rat rods, muscle cars, hot rods, sports cars, vintage and classic models, there's a little something for everyone. The free event typically attracts 200 vehicles and is free for all entrants and spectators. Usually held from 5:30 p.m. to dusk in Zorn Park, in downtown Harbor Springs.
Bowling on Main
March 29, 2025
Every year during spring break, Main Street becomes a bowling alley!
Little Traverse Bay Yacht Club Ugotta Regatta
July 25-27, 2025
This year marks the 64th anniversary of this colorful and exciting 3-day series of boat races. Races occur Fri/Sat/Sun. Enjoy the sights and sounds from one of the Harbor Springs beach front parks or Marina Park Pier.
Street Musique
6:30-8:30 pm every Thursday, July & August
The Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation is partnering with Blissfest Music Organization to give you fabulous musicians all summer long. Come and enjoy the various sounds and melodies of local area musicians while strolling Main Street.
July 4th Parade and Fireworks
July 4th 2025
If you have never experienced the 4th of July in Harbor Springs than you are really missing out. There is so much to do and see! There is a craft show in Zorn Park all day, the parade through town and the fireworks at night. Mark your calendars!
Shay Days in Harbor Springs
July 2025
The celebration of inventor Ephraim Shay takes place with Shay Days in downtown Harbor Springs. This family-friendly, two-day event features small scale live steam locomotives in Shay Park, kids games and tours of the Shay Hexagon House, crafts at the Harbor Springs History Museum and more. Shay Days activities take place at Shay Park (the green space at Main and Judd streets), the Shay Hexagon House and the Harbor Springs History Museum.
Farmers Market
May-Oct
Car Festival
August 14, 2025
Harbor Springs Sidewalk Sales
August 8/9 2025