Community Calendar: Weekend of February 12

Take a look at some of the exciting things happening around Northern Michigan this weekend on this week’s Community Calendar, brought to you by in Traverse City!

Benzie County Winterfest

Beulah’s annual Winterfest takes place Saturday, February 13th in downtown Beulah.

Highlights include a parade at 3:30 p.m. and fireworks over Crystal Lake.

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Free Fishing Weekend

The annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend is taking place Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th throughout Michigan.

All fishing license fees will be waived for the two days, allowing residents and out-of-state visitors to enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes’ waters for all species of fish.

All other fishing regulations will still be in effect during this time.

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Frostbite Winter Festival

The Frostbite Winter Festival is being held in Harrison now until Sunday, February 14th.

The event includes an opportunity to golf on the ice of Budd Lake, a polar dip, and an ice fishing tournament.

Registration prices vary.

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40th Annual Festival of Races

Vasa’s 40th Annual Festival of races is taking place on Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th at the Vasa Trail in Traverse City.

The event includes skiing and biking races all weekend and a Short’s Short Tour of the Vasa Trail on Saturday.

Registration prices vary.

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Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off

Harbor Springs’ 12th Annual Chili Cook-Off will be held on Sunday, February 14th from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Stafford’s Pier Restaurant.

Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 7-12 years old.

Professional participants will compete to win the Annual Chili Bowl Trophy, while amateur participants compete for a Chamber Gift certificate.

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