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Summer Adventures Up North This July

July 7, 2025

We all know about the big festivals happening around the North in high summer. So in this week's Northern Express, sister publication of The Ticker, staff skipped the obvious and dove into 22 events that are perfect for art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families across the counties of Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Antrim, and beyond.

From a summer barn dance in Traverse City to dining in lavender fields in Boyne City to a scenic bike tour around Torch Lake, the list has plenty of inspiration for new adventures to explore this summer!

The Northern Express is available to read online, or pick up a free copy on newsstands at more than 650 locations in 13 counties across northern Michigan.

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