Glen Arbor, tucked in at the southern end of Sleeping Bear Bay, is an exquisite area to visit no matter what the season. The areas' natural beauty, combined with quality shopping, dining, wineries and outdoor activities, makes glen arbor the perfect vacation destination. Come stay and relax in our comfortable accommodations after a fun filled day spent touring local attractions. Enjoy the gorgeous fall colors, the pristine, white snowfall or a warm, sunny beach day in Northern Michigan.

The Lakeshore Inn
5793 South Ray Street (M-22)
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
(231) 334-3773

  • Kayak and Canoe the Crystal River. Kayak,  Canoe, and Bike rentals available just down the street  at "Crystal River Outfitters"  
    Call for information and rates
    (231) 334-4420
  • Swim in the clear blue waters of Lake Michigan ...just  steps away!
  • Boat rentals on Glen Lake, located just down the  street.
   
  • Hike the nature trails or stroll along the beach in  Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park where you'll also  find the Dune Climb and Pierce-Stocking Scenic  Drive.....just minutes from us.
  • There is Charter fishing available right across the  street, at the Sportsman Shop.
  • Golf at several premiere courses within 30 minute drive from the Lakeshore Inn
  • Fine Dining and shopping: Most area shops and  restaurants are located within walking distance.
  • Manitou Island Transit and Leland's Historic Fish town are located just 20 minutes away!

Calendar of Events - 2008

May
May 20-21
Empire Asparagus Festival (Friday - Sunday) More Information
May 25
Sunday
Tour de Leelanau Bike Race
June
June 19
Thursday

Girl’s Night Out, 5 – 8 p.m. Glen Arbor Twp Hall, M22 

June29
Sunday
Manitou Music Festival. Joel Mabus, Singer/Songwriter Workshop & Concert, Leelanau School,  8 p.m.   More information
July
July 3 - 6
Cedar Polka Fest
July 4
Friday

Flag Raising - Old Settler’s Park 10:00 a.m.

Bike Decorating, Glen Arbor Art Assoc. 10.30 a.m

Glen Arbor 4th of July Parade, noon, downtown Glen Arbor

3nd Annual Glen Lake Boat Parade, 4 p.m. The Glen Lakes,
good viewing from the Narrows bridge.... Participants need
to gather in front of the Glen Lake Yacht Club...at 3:30

July 5 - 12
National Cherry Festival, Traverse City - More Information
July 6
Sunday
Pancake Breakfast, Glen Arbor Township Hall, 8 a.m. - noon 
Glen Arbor Fire & Rescue Association  www.glenarborfire.com
July 13
Sunday
Manitou Music Festival, 10th Anniversary Dune Climb Concert,  
Crispin Campbell & Friends, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
7 p.m - More information
July 16
Wednesday

Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair, Glen Arbor Twp. Hall, 10 – 4
for information: figurabe@aol.com or 231-236-6084

July 18 - 19
Empire Anchor Days - More Information

July 20
Sunday

Manitou Music Festival Concert, The Homestead Resort, Top of Ski Hill, The Neptune Quartet, 7 p.m - More information
  

July 26
Saturday
Glen Arbor Fire Department. Open House 10 a.m.
For info: www.glenarborfire.com

July 29
Tuesday

Glen Arbor Women’s Club 2nd Annual Running Bear 5k Run/Walk
and ½ Mile Kid’s Run. Starts at Cherry Republic, 9 a.m  
info: bjhorner@hotmail.com

July 29 – 30
Tuesday
Wednesday

Manitou Music Festival, Arts Collage – Lake Street Stage
Glen Arbor, 8 – 11 p.m - More information

July 29-Aug. 3
Traverse City Film Festival, Traverse City
for information: - More Information
August
August 1 - 3
DuneGrass Blues Festival, Empire

August 6
Sunday

Manitou Music Festival, Lamajamal - Jazz 7 Fusion
Lake Street Stage, Glen Arbor, 8pm. - More information

August 8 – 9
Port Oneida Fair, 10 – 4 p.m - More Information
August 10
Sunday

Manitou Music Festival, Robert Vodnoy & Eric Lawson:
A Violin Duo, Lake Street Stage, Glen Arbor, 8 p.m. - More information

August 13
Wednesday

Glen Lake Community Library Annual Vintage Book Sale  
Preview Party 7-9 p.m. Glen Arbor Township Hall -  More Information   231-326-5361

August 14
Thursday

Glen Lake Community Library Annual Vintage Book Sale
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.  Glen Arbor Township Hall - More Information

August 14-16
Thurs.-Sat.
Glen Arbor Sidewalk Sales
September
September 1
Monday
Labor Day Bridgewalk,
at the Narrows Bridge between Glen Lakes - noon
September 11
Tuesday
9/11 Memorial Service, Glen Arbor Fire Dept. 9:50a.m.
www.glenarborfire.com
October
October 11
Saturday

Empire Heritage Days, Empire Museum Complex, 1- 4 p.m - More Information

October 17, 18
October 24, 25

Eagles Haunted Hay Rides, Empire   Starting at 7:00 p.m.

November
November 28
Friday
Pajama Party Sales, Glen Arbor stores 5:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Tree Lighting & Carols, Glen Arbor Twp. Hall 7:00p.m.
Holiday Market Place Preview , Twp Hall 7:30 p.m.
November 29
Saturday
Holiday Market Place, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Glen Arbor Township Hall