Calendar
of Events
The following is a list of events in Copper
Harbor, and surrounding area. All events
are subject to change. |
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87th Annual Michigan Tech University Winter Carnival
February 7 - 10, 2008
This event takes place in Houghton and surrounding areas and features snow statues, sporting events and the Sno-Ball Formal Dance. Sponsored by the Blue Key National Honor Fraternity. For information call (906) 487-2818. |
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Fourth of July Celebration in Copper Harbor
July 4, 2008
Festivities include a hometown parade at 10:00 am, kids games at the one-room schoolhouse at 1:00 pm, brats, refreshments and bake sale thoughout the day at the community park and some of the best fireworks around to top off the evening. |
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Keweenaw Trail Running Festival
July 12 & 13, 2008
Join us in the wild and beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula for an epic weekend of trail running, delicious food and fun! Events include the 10km run on the tranquil Garden Brook Trail in Copper Harbor, the youth 2km run over open grass and forest, and the Hill Climb from the Eagle Harbor beach to the Mt. Lookout summit on Saturday and the 25km run through the rugged backcountry forests of northern Keweenaw County on Sunday. The weekend also includes awards, organic cotton T-shirts, breakfast of organic & locally grown foods and a strong commitment to the environment. More information, registration forms and online registration are available on the website at www.greatlakesendurance.com. |
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Battery D Michigan Light Artillery Civil War Encampment
July 25 - 27, 2008
Battery D Michigan Light Artillery Civil War Encampment at Fort Wilkins State Park in Copper Harbor. For information call the park at (906) 289-4215. |
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Annual Central Mine Reunion
July 27, 2008
Located at the historic Central Church. 2 services at 9:00 am and 11:00 am. For information call (906) 337-4251. |
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Copperman Triathlon
August 2, 2008
Swim tranquil Lake Fanny Hooe, bike the rocky shores of Lake Superior & run through the wilderness on shaded roads. Sponsored by Keweenaw Memorial Medical Center. For information call Terry Smythe at (906)482-8201. |
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Eagle Harbor Arts & Crafts Exhibit
August 9 & 10, 2008
Located at St. Peters by the Sea in Eagle Harbor. Sponsored by the Copper Country Associated Artists. For information call Nancy McCabe at (906) 337-0735. |
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Art in the Park
August 16 & 17, 2008
Art in the Park at the Community Center in Copper Harbor. A two day craft fair featuring local and regional artists including food and entertainment. Sponsored by the Copper Harbor Improvement Association. For information call Johanna at (906) 289-4363. |
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Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival
August 31, 2008
14 & 20 mile mountain bike races with awards, food, beverages and live music following the race. For information call Sam at (906) 289-4303. |
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Lake Superior Pro Rally
October 24 & 25, 2008
Billed as one of the meanest, toughest pro rallys in North America. For information call (906) 482-6992. |
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