For a fun-filled Michigan downtown day, consider exploring local Escanaba shops, enjoying delicious food and drinks, participating in community activities, and immersing yourself in the downtown's unique atmosphere.
Here are some specific ideas:
- Escanaba Farmers Market offers local produce, baked goods and crafts at the Escanaba Marketplace at 15th and Ludington Streets. Open 9 a.m. to noon. Facebook
- STEAM Storytime with the Robomos & Technomos at the Escanaba Public Library at 1 p.m. offers a fun story with STEAM craft for kids age 5 to 12. Website
- Check out an artist demonstration at East Ludington Gallery. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Website
- Enjoy the music of Jay Kreuger at Leigh's Garden Winery from 6 to 8 p.m. He offers a deep and varied music style from blues to folk to contemporary music. Website
- Learn more about the Escanaba Planet Walk from the Delta Astronomical Society. It starts at the Sun at city hall and runs through the universe on Ludington Street's north side. Facebook
- Visit the "More Than A Uniform" exhibit at the Bonifas Arts Center. The gallery includes items submitted by veterans covering a wide range of topics and genres. Website
- See Players de Noc's performance of "Don't Mention My Name." Although the downtown theater was damaged by lightning, it is still good to support them at Bay College as they rebuild the Bonifas Theater. Website
- Try out unique eateries for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
- Take advantage of Escanaba's Social District.
- Look for souvenirs at speciality shops in the downtown, browse local boutiques for unique gifts, or find handcrafted items at local shops. Listing
See what some of the businesses have to offer during Downtown Day at https://escanabadowntown.com/downtown/
Downtown Day is a celebration of vibrant Michigan downtowns, highlighting local shops, restaurants, historic landmarks, and cultural experiences to foster community pride and support local businesses. The event is promoted by the Michigan Downtown Association and occurs annually on the fourth Saturday of September, encouraging residents to visit and support their local downtown areas.
