Star Spangled Celebrations

A couple in red, white, and blue outfits waves from a decorated golf cart.

Celebrate a historic double milestone this year as we honor America’s 250th birthday and our own 70th anniversary with a classic, red-white-and-blue extravaganza.

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Thursday, July 2

8am - 3pm: Final Round of Michigan Women's Open
10am - 8pm: Outdoor Pool
10am - 5pm: Edge Adventure Course
10am - 5pm: Climbing Wall

10am - 11:30am: Picture Frames
10am - 6pm: Bike Rentals
11am - 6pm: Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide
12pm - 1:30pm: Glitter Tattoos
1pm - 7pm: Crystal Bungee Trampoline

2:30pm - 4pm: Puffy Pillows
4pm: Archery (First Session)
6pm - 9pm: Scenic Chairlift Rides
6:15pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
7pm: MLAP Summer Sounds Concert

Fireworks light up a nighttime sky above a grassy hillside with a ski lift.

A party 250 years in the making

Fireworks & Fun

Celebrate America's 250th birthday during Fireworks & Fun on Thursday, July 2! Enjoy complimentary lawn games including cornhole, can jam, spike ball and more. As the sun sets, purchase some of our festive light up and glow gear to keep the patriotic spirit shining bright. Plus we'll have a cash bar, BBQ, and live music by PERIL - topped off with fireworks over the mountain. Admission is free! 

Location: Slopeside, Lodge Deck
Event Time: 7pm - 10:30pm

Fireworks & Fun Details

Please Note: No coolers and outside food or beverages are permitted within the event space.

Young girl in a red cap playing golf, golf cart and man in the background.

Friday, July 3

9am: Family Golf Scramble
Gather your family and friends for a nine-hole golf scramble on Betsie Valley!

Family Golf Scramble Details

9am - 4:30pm: Sidewalk Sales
Check out great deals at the Mountain Market, Mountain Sports, Peak Boutique, and Kinlochen Shop!

10am - 8pm: Outdoor Pool
10am - 5pm: Edge Adventure Course
10am - 5pm: Climbing Wall
10am - 11:30am: Painting Studio

10am - 6pm: Bike Rentals
11am - 6pm: Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide
12pm - 1:30pm: Glitter Tattoos
1pm - 7pm: Crystal Bungee Trampoline
 

2:30pm - 4pm: Build-A-Buddy Workshop
4pm: Archery (First Session)
6pm - 9pm: Scenic Chairlift Rides
6:15pm: Outdoor Laser Tag

Child in Statue of Liberty costume riding a bike with a waving hand.

Independence in Motion

Bike & Golf Cart Parade

Join us on Friday, July 3 for our annual Bike & Golf Cart Parade! Spectators are encouraged to watch along Crystal Mountain Drive and cheer for our patriotic parade participants.

5:45pm: Parade Begins

For details on how to become a participant, please visit our event page below for details!

Parade Details

Child in a USA-themed dress reaching up, in front of a red and white striped backdrop.

Party Like A Patriot

Backyard Bash

The fun doesn't stop once the Bike & Golf Cart Parade ends. Roll straight into our Backyard Bash on Friday, July 3! We’re fueling the party with a delicious BBQ, carnival games, and a live DJ, plus a silent disco for those ready to dance. To top off the evening, we’ll cozy up by the campfire and enjoy an outdoor movie under the stars!

Time: 6pm - 11:30pm

Backyard Bash Details

Please Note: No coolers and outside food or beverages are permitted within the event space.

Saturday, July 4

8:30am - 10:30am: Breakfast with Buck at Wild Tomato
10am - 8pm: Outdoor Pool
10am - 5pm: Edge Adventure Course
10am - 5pm: Climbing Wall

10am - 11:30am: Sand Art
10am - 6pm: Bike Rentals
11am - 6pm: Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide
12pm - 1:30pm: Glitter Tattoos
1pm - 7pm: Crystal Bungee Trampoline

2:30pm - 4pm: Build-A-Buddy Workshop
4pm: Archery (First Session)
5pm - 8pm: Scenic Chairlift Rides
6:15pm: Outdoor Laser Tag

Runner in bright pink shoes on a road.

Stars, Stripes, and Strides

Fourth of July Fun Run

A mix of trail and road running with a running clock available at the finish line. All participants will receive a finisher medal.

Time: 9am
Location: Begins on Mountain Center Road by Kinlochen
Cost: $15 per person through July 3, 2026. $20 per person on day-of race.

Let's Race

Sunday, July 5

8:30am - 10:30am: Breakfast with Buck at Wild Tomato
10am - 8pm: Outdoor Pool
10am - 5pm: Edge Adventure Course
10am - 5pm: Climbing Wall

10am - 11:30am: Picture Frames
10am - 6pm: Bike Rentals
11am - 5pm: Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide
12pm - 1:30pm: Glitter Tattoos

1pm - 7pm: Crystal Bungee Trampoline
2:30pm - 4pm: Puffy Pillows
4pm: Archery (First Session)
6:15pm: Outdoor Laser Tag

House with blue roof by a pond, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.

More Freedom to Relax

Reserve 3 Nights, Get a 4th Night FREE!

Kick back and let freedom ring from the comfort of your holiday home base. Stay with us for three nights over the Fourth of July weekend and you'll get a fourth night FREE! This special offer is available in select accommodations and when staying Thursday, July 2 through Monday, July 6. Hurry! Offer ends May 4, 2026.

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*Subject to availability. Must stay July 2 - 4 to get July 5 free. Not valid on existing lodging reservations and cannot be combined with other discounts, special offers or group rates. Room rate subject to service fee, sales tax and assessment.  Discounted rate must be reserved by Monday, May 4, 2026.