Events

Join the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary for a delicious luncheon, friendly conversation and exciting rounds of bingo during Elk Rapids Harbor Days. 

Get ready for thrills, laughs and family fun with Arnold’s Amusements at Elk Rapids Harbor Days! Enjoy exciting carnival rides, classic midway games and tasty fair treats along the beautiful waterfront. Bring the whole family and make unforgettable Harbor Days memories at the carnival! Tickets are available in advance and come in packs of 20 […]

This event will be the final week of Evenings on River Street, presented by the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and serve as the kick-off event for Elk Rapids Harbor Days. The evening will feature live music from Jelly Roll Blues Band, local food vendors, retailers, a family-friendly atmosphere and engaging activities for all […]

Join Alice Rubert of Waterside Wellness for a 20-minute group guided meditation on the lawn near the river behind 212 River Street. This gentle, beginner-friendly experience invites you to reconnect within, with nature and with the community around you. No experience is necessary — just come as you are. Cushions, blankets and chairs will be […]

Yoga on the Beach is a popular event held in Elk Rapids, Michigan, offering a serene yoga experience at the shores of Grand Traverse Bay. This free event, part of Elk Rapids Harbor Days, takes place at Veterans Memorial Park Beach and is led by Judith Wonacott of Bodywise. Participants should bring a blanket and […]

Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddlecraft of choice and join Paddle Antrim and the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce for a morning paddle on the Elk River in celebration of Elk Rapids Harbor Days. Join us at 9:30 a.m. at Rotary Park to unload your kayak, enjoy a cup of coffee and connect with […]

Cruise into Elk Rapids Harbor Days for an evening of classic cars and waterfront views along River Street, set against the stunning backdrop of Grand Traverse Bay. Sponsored by Fischer Insurance, this family-friendly event is a Harbor Days favorite. Time:3:00 p.m.: Registration and staging4:00 p.m.: Start time6:30 p.m.: Awards Location:River Street along the beautiful Grand […]

Get ready for thrills, laughs and family fun with Arnold’s Amusements at Elk Rapids Harbor Days! Enjoy exciting carnival rides, classic midway games and tasty fair treats along the beautiful waterfront. Bring the whole family and make unforgettable Harbor Days memories at the carnival! Tickets are available in advance and come in packs of 20 […]

Get ready for a sweet showdown with the Ice Cream Peddlers' Ice Cream Eating Contest! Participants will compete against each other to see who can finish their ice cream the fastest. It’s a messy, laugh-filled crowd favorite that brings out competitive spirit and guarantees plenty of fun for spectators. Bring your appetite, your cheering voice […]

Enjoy an evening of live music from Headwater Band and Knee Deep, cold beverages and Elk Rapids Harbor Days fun at the AMVETS Beverage and Entertainment Tent.