Crystal Falls
Crystal Falls, MI · Lifestyle
WLUC
New event venue Room 56 opens in downtown Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A new multi-purpose venue is now open for hosting public or private events in downtown Marquette. Room 56 uses a space originally built in the early 1900s to provide an atmosphere for its new event venue. According to the venue’s website, it hosts weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings, and other special events. The venue is located on the second floor below 906 Sports Bar.
wzmq19.com
Final Music on Third of the summer brings thousands to downtown Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – A handful of local talent took to the street Thursday evening, as the final installment of Music on Third kicked off. The Marquette DDA says its one of the area’s most populated reoccurring events. After a cancellation in July from harmful air qualities, August’s Music on Third gathered a record of over 4,000 visitors.
WLUC
Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum to celebrate the season with Fall Fest
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum is bringing in fall with family fun and a little history too. The Museum’s Fall Fest will be held on Saturday. Vendors will be selling everything from food to arts and crafts outside of the museum in Ishpeming. Money raised...
wzmq19.com
Earl E. Byrds breakfast restaurant celebrates new Marquette location
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new breakfast restaurant has made its way to Marquette. Earl E. Byrds began in Munising back in 2021 and has now expanded its name 40 miles west, with a new location at 102 W Washington Street. Owners and partners cut its ceremonial ribbon on Wednesday morning.
WLUC
Marquette Fire Department collects donations for ‘Fill da Boot’ during final Music on Third
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The final Music on Third wrapped up for the summer as the Marquette City Fire Department got in on the action as well. The Marquette DDA says this was a record year for Music on Third, with August being particularly popular. Along with the 18 bands playing, the Marquette Fire Department held its annual ‘Fill the Boot’ campaign, which helps raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
WLUC
Michigan bands to rock out at LoveMarq Church’s ‘All For One Fest’
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - LoveMarq Church is going to be rocking the weekend with a concert that music lovers won’t want to miss. Ten Michigan bands will be playing for All for One Fest. The festival promises a whole day of music and fun for everyone to enjoy. Some...
wzmq19.com
U.P. Fall Beer Fest Celebrates 17th Annual Event
The 17th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Fest took place on Saturday, September 12 in Marquette at Mattson Park in Lower Harbor. Hosted by the Michigan Brewer’s Guild, breweries from the Upper and Lower Peninsulas travelled to lower harbor to showcase the very best of their beer. Over 60 breweries...
myupnow.com
Friends of the Library book sale kicks off as Ishpeming library faces crucial millage vote
Book lovers can stock up and support a local institution this weekend at the Friends of the Ishpeming Library fall book sale. The event comes as the library faces a critical November millage vote that leaders say is necessary to protect current hours and prevent drastic budget cuts. COPYRIGHT 2026...
WLUC
Dancing With Our Stars returns to support UP Hospice Foundation
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Dancing With Our Stars - Marquette County Style is preparing to return to the stage, bringing local dancers together to raise money for the U.P. Hospice Foundation. Organizer Dave Aro joins John Redfield on the TV6 Morning News to share what people can expect, how the...
myupnow.com
Annual Jiikakamiigad Pow Wow moves to Al Quaal Recreation Area for weekend of cultural celebration
The annual Jiikakamiigad Pow Wow returns to Ishpeming this weekend, relocating to the Al Quaal Recreation Area to safely accommodate growing crowds. Guests can experience local vendors, a community feast, and sacred ceremonies, with grand entries scheduled for 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP...
The Ann Arbor News
Lakenenland: A sobriety journey created this incredible ‘junkyard art’ roadside attraction in Michigan’s U.P.
MARQUETTE, MI —What began as one man’s path to sobriety has grown into one of Michigan’s most unusual roadside attractions: Lakenenland. This free, 37-acre sculpture park sits 15 miles east of Marquette where more than 120 pieces of scrap metal have been transformed into incredible art. Tom...
myupnow.com
Only In Your State
The Bear Trap Inn Has Been Serving Michigan's Best Pasties for Decades
My nana loved trying new recipes, and pasties were one of the foods that she made her own. She filled them with all sorts of combinations, folded the dough around the filling, and baked them until the crust turned golden. I've never had one quite like hers. That's why the Bear Trap Inn in Shingleton, […]
WLUC
First of three bear hunting periods begins in Upper Michigan
UPPER MICHIGAN. (WLUC) - Wednesday marks the first of three hunting periods for bears in Upper Michigan. According to the latest Department of Natural Resources estimates, there are roughly 11,000 bears in the U.P. That’s a little more than one bear for every two square miles. DNR Bear Furbearer...
wzmq19.com
Gladstone Farmers Market continues into September
GLADSTONE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Although Labor Day may signal the unofficial end of many summer events, most farmers markets are still going strong into the fall. After taking a week off for the holiday, the Gladstone Farmers Market will continue on September 14 and September 21. Vendors will also participate in a special Saturday market on September 26 as part of the City’s annual Downtown Day street fair.