Michigan's Craft Beer Celebration
August 3rd in St. Ignace!
Summer 2024 is shaping up to be an absolute blast in St. Ignace. If you made it to Bronco the Mac, the annual St. Ignace Car Show Weekend, or any of the other recent happenings, you will know what I am talking about!
St. Ignace promises fun and food every day of the week. But, I have a pro-tip for smart travelers: if you are into craft beer and live music, don’t miss the 5th Annual Straits Brew Bash! Multi-night sky shows and great food will make the special evening fun for just about anyone.
The Straits Brew Bash happens right on the shores of Lake Huron on the Boardwalk. The downtown St. Ignace location means that you can walk or take a shuttle from any downtown hotel. Sounds spectacular, right?
The Deets
Keep reading for the Brew Bash music schedule, best drone show and fireworks viewing spots. Discover all the best area hotels, restaurants, and shops by visiting the St.Ignace Visitors Bureau Website to start planning your dream trip, today! Better yet, request a free visitor’s guide for some more vacation inspiration!
Sip, Savor, Find Your Next Favorite Beer!
Did you know that Michigan is the self-proclaimed Great Beer State? Come to St. Ignace August 3, and you will discover why! The Straits Brew Bash is truly a celebration of craft beer, and with an admission price of just $5.00 per person, this event is an opportunity for everyone to experience the best of the St. Ignace culinary and music scenes.
Dozens of varieties of craft beer from local breweries will be offered for sampling (sample tickets can be purchased separately). Delicious pub grub from area vendors will be offered, so you can spend the whole evening on the St. Ignace waterfront.
Brews. Views. Music.
The Brew Bash will have musicians to keep the party going until 10 pm. The Pub Runners will kick things off at 4 pm. They are a midwestern band that is widely recognized for their lively Irish tunes and engaging performances. This band will keep the crowd entertained with old-timey sing-a-longs, funny stories, and ballads that will pull at your heartstrings.
Then, at 7 pm, the Mark Bowen Band, a local favorite from Sault Sainte Marie will rock the stage with amazing covers that are sure to leave you smiling into the night. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening by the lake—music, good food, great views, and unique brews!
Fireworks Finale
Top the night off with a fireworks display over Lake Huron at dusk. If you ask me, fireworks are the perfect way to end a spectacular evening of festivities!
Drone Show Spectacular on August 2!
Speaking of fun, why not make it a weekend? There will be a drone show on the night before the Straits Brew Bash. Make your way down to the St.
Ignace Marina at dusk on August 2 for a 200-drone light show. The Great Lakes Drone Company. The drones are fitted with color-changing LEDs to create choreographed formations in the sky that move to music.
Why St. Ignace?
Visit St. Ignace to experience small-town vibes, rich local history, and abundant natural beauty. Located just across the Mackinac Bridge, it is super easy to find your next vacation! The view from the St. Ignace Marina presents sweeping Great Lakes vistas and skies that never disappoint. Find the spectacular views, and you will know that you have arrived.
And if Mackinac Island is in your vacation plans, staying in St. Ignace gives you the flexibility to explore the beauty and history of Mackinac Island without all the hustle and bustle. Trust me, waking up to the serene beauty of Lake Huron right outside your window is an experience like no other!
While you’re in town, head on over to one (or all!) of the many local attractions. Climb Castle Rock for unmatched views of the Straits of Mackinac, or check out the Mystery Spot, an old-school tourist attraction where gravity will play tricks on your senses. Kids and adults will love the Deer Ranch for an up-close encounter with the animal kingdom, and the Garlyn Zoo is just a bit further down the road for some real surprises.
…But that’s just the beginning! St. Ignace boasts stunning nature trails, historic sites, and fabulous shopping opportunities. Come for the brews, then stay for a spell.
It’s Summer 2024, and St. Ignace is definitely the place to be! Ready to learn more? Read the St. Ignace blog for up-to-date information, helpful travel hints, and more!
See you soon.
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