Roaring Across the Mackinac Bridge June 7-9, 2024 St. Ignace, Michigan
The Mackinac Bridge Tradition
When you visit St. Ignace, you will notice something interesting about the Mackinac Bridge: crossing the Mighty Mac as a group is a thing here. The tradition began back in 1957 during the Mackinac Bridge Dedication Ceremony. That day, 68 fortunate individuals were the first to walk the five-mile expanse together as a dedicated group.
The Bridge Walk has since become a beloved yearly tradition, presenting generations of Michiganders with the opportunity to actually walk between peninsula, an honor shared by many. Interested in taking part? For information on this year’s bridge walk, check out this page.
Bronco The Mac
These days you will find all sorts of coordinated group crossings, from Mini-Coopers to Jeeps; semi-trucks to all-terrain vehicles, and even antique tractors. Who doesn’t love the opportunity to connect with Michigan’s most famous landmark?
Event Details
Do you drive a Ford Bronco? Well, here is your turn! Get ready for Bronco the Mac. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the spirit of adventure on the conduit of camaraderie that is the Mackinac Bridge. Bronco the Mac celebrates all 6 generations of Broncos. Vintage, brand new, customized, or standard-issue — we hope to see them all in St. Ignace, this June!
Secure your Bronco the Mac merchandise by pre-ordering today! If you pre-order, your shirts will be ready for pick-up at the Meet-N-Greet. If you choose to have your shirt shipped, whether before or after the event, please note that shipments will be fulfilled AFTER the event. To ensure you receive your merchandise at Bronco the Mac, choose the pick-up option when placing your order. A limited number of shirts will also be available for purchase at the event.
Bronco Registration
The registration fee is $40 for each driver, $30 for every adult passenger, and $12 for children aged 10 and under includes Mackinac Bridge fare for north and south crossings, $10 free Kewadin Casino slot play (18+), a vehicle-quality commemorative decal, meal tickets for the Meet-N-Greet, plus guided trail riding and road trips with group stops. Awards will be given in a number of Bronco-related categories. Registration for the event closes on Friday, May 24th at 12:00pm, so Register Today!
Early birds can show up on Thursday, June 7th from 7 to 9 pm. Bronco drivers and fans can collect their registration packets at Little Bear East Arena, located at 275 Marquette Street in St. Ignace. This will be a great time to check out all the other Broncos and marvel at all the creative things people do to make them unique.
No problem if you can’t make it on Thursday; there will be an official time to pick up your packets on Friday between 7:30 am and 9:30 am, at Little Bear East. After a mandatory driver’s meeting at 9:30 am outside the main door at Little Bear, everyone will be escorted to the bridge for the crossing, which begins at 10 am.
And what a crossing it will be! Drivers and passengers will experience the unforgettable sensation of cruising alongside hundreds of fellow Bronco owners, united in a display of vehicular solidarity over the Straits of Mackinac.
After the bridge crossing, the excitement will ramp up with a scavenger hunt from 11am-4pm, and then a Bronco Meet-N-Greet at Little Bear East Arena right after. There will be live music, food, and even a beer tent! Your registration fee will cover a meal ticket for you to enjoy during the gathering, so take your time to really mingle.
We hope you will stay for a few more days, because on Saturday, June 8th, there will be guided off-road adventures with assistance from the Michigan Bronco Club throughout the day. A detailed schedule of routes will be provided, and all rides will be staggered to ensure that every Bronco has the opportunity to participate in all of them if they wish. At dusk, there will be a Parade of Broncos in Downtown St. Ignace, culminating in a fireworks display over the bay. Sounds like a blast, right?
Be here on Sunday to take advantage of discounted ferry tickets to Mackinac Island for Bronco the Mac participants; a superb way to end what is sure to be an epic weekend.
Celebrating the Bronco Legacy
The Bronco isn’t new to these parts. They have been around for over 50 years, going back to 1966 when the first model galloped off the assembly line, right here in Michigan. Broncos were
Early Bronco Advertisement
Over the years, Broncos evolved to meet changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. People loved the removable roof and doors, which made for easy outdoor adventures. With an iconic box-shaped design and legendary off-road capabilities, they quickly became a cultural icon, a symbol of adventure and freedom.
Due to changing consumer demand in the 1990s, Ford dropped the whole Bronco line mid-decade. Although discontinued, the legend lived on in the hearts and garages of collectors world-wide. When Broncos were reintroduced in 2021, a whole new generation was born.
We learned that one of the coolest things about the Bronco is the ability to customize. With so many aftermarket parts and accessories available, Bronco owners can tailor their ride to suit their individual tastes, and when you come to St. Ignace, you will see them all, at Bronco on the Mac!
Plan Your Stay!
In St. Ignace, your vacation is customizable like a Ford Bronco. St. Ignace welcomes visitors year-round with an array of accommodation options to suit every preference. Whether you’re drawn to serene lakeside strolls or outdoor adventures. St. Ignace has something for you!