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 […]
The Elk Rapids Harbor Days Information Booth is your go-to stop for event details, directions and merchandise. Board members are available to answer questions and help guests make the most of their festival experience.
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 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 Broom Closet Boys, cold beverages and Elk Rapids Harbor Days fun at the AMVETS Beverage and Entertainment Tent.
Enjoy the uplifting sounds of the Elk Lake Community Choir's performance at First Presbyterian Church during Elk Rapids Harbor Days. With rich harmonies and a strong sense of community, the choir creates a warm and memorable musical experience.
This full-day market and show on River Street will feature more than 40 local farms and bakeries from Elk Rapids' weekly market and nearly 50 artists and makers from across the state. The Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the Arts and Crafts Show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Set sail aboard a tall ship schooner with the Inland Seas Education Association during Elk Rapids Harbor Days! This Discovery Tour, sponsored by the Downtown Elk Rapids Association, aims to inspire curiosity and care for the Great Lakes through hands-on education, helping protect them for future generations. The morning Discovery Tour departs at 9 a.m. […]
Ensure your child’s car seat is properly installed and up to date with a free safety check by the Elk Rapids Fire Department. Certified technicians will inspect your seat, answer questions and provide guidance for safe travel. By appointment only—call 231-264-5161 to schedule your time.