Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 1, 2022 - Monday, July 4, 2022
We're celebrating our independence in good old fashioned red, white and blue style.
Friday, July 1
Chairlift Rides - Held from 10am - 3pm at the Crystal Clipper Chairlift
Lift Assisted Biking - Held from 10am - 3pm at the Crystal Clipper Chairlift
Family Crafts - Held at the Park at Water's Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.
- Painting Studio: 10am
- Glitter Tattoos: Noon
Chairlift Rides - Held from 4 - 8pm at the Buck Chairlift
Live Music in Barr Park - Held from 6 - 8pm
Summer Sounds Concert: Held at Michigan Legacy Art Park at 7pm.
Mountain Adventure Zone Campfire - Held at 8pm
Saturday, July 2
Fourth of July 5k Fun Run - Race begins at 9am! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Learn more »
Chairlift Rides - Held from 10am - 8pm on the Crystal Clipper Chairlift
Lift Assisted Biking - Held from 10am - 8pm at the Crystal Clipper Chairlift
Family Crafts - Held at the Park at Water's Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.
- Sand Art: 10am
- Glitter Tattoos: Noon
Live Music in Barr Park - Held from 6 - 8pm
Mountain Adventure Zone Campfire - Held at 8pm
Sunday, July 3
Family Golf Scramble: Shotgun start begins at 8:30am!
Chairlift Rides - Held from 10am - 9pm on the Crystal Clipper Chairlift
Lift Assisted Biking - Held from 10am - 4pm at the Crystal Clipper Chairlift. No Downhill Mountain Biking from 4 - 9pm.
Family Crafts - Held at the Park at Water's Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.
- Nature Frames: 10am
- Glitter Tattoos: Noon
Bike & Golf Cart Parade
Held at 4:30pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.
Registration available from June 25 - July 2, 2022 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 888-968-7686 ext. 7500. Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 4pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!
Golf Cart Prizes
- First Place: Dinner for Two at the Thistle Pub & Grille
- Second Place: Prize Pack from the Mountain Market
- Third Place: Meal Vouchers for the Beach House
Bike Prizes
- First Place: One-Hour Complimentary Alpine Slide Reservation
- Second Place: One Adventure Sport Choice (Adventure Course, Climbing Wall, Outdoor Laser Tag, Archery, or Archery Tag)
- Third Place: One Craft Program (Excludes Build-A-Buddy)
Backyard Bash with Music & Lawn Games
Held from 5 - 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus lawn games, treats and more!
- Executive Sounds DJ - We'll be playing your favorite tunes from 5 - 9pm on the Lodge Lawn, near the Crystal Clipper. Come party with us!
- Inflatable Games - Held on the Lodge Lawn from 5 - 9pm. Each activity will require a wristband, which can be purchased at the Mountain Adventure Zone, Park at Water's Edge or ticket booth on the Lodge Lawn during the event. $20 per wristband for unlimited use of the inflatables. Waivers are required for these activities.
- Bounce House
- Obstacle Course
- Giant 18' Slide
- Wrecking Ball Game
Outdoor Movie on the Lodge Lawn : 9:30pm - 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!
Monday, July 4
Family Crafts - Held at the Park at Water's Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.
- Sand Art: 10am
- Glitter Tattoos: Noon
Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays! See Firework Displays »
Available Daily
Mountain Adventure Zone
* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 888-968-7686 ext. 7500 to reserve.
Park at Water's Edge
* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 888-968-7686 ext. 7000 to reserve.