4 enjoyable issues to this weekend in Northern Michigan March 27-29, 2026

Whether you’re seeking to take pleasure in some stay theater or sign-up for some spring break enjoyable at your native library, there’s something for everybody to take pleasure in this weekend in Northern Michigan. 

Here’s what we suggest: 

Experience “The Stonewater Rapture”

The Lake Superior State University Arts Center is presenting “The Stonewater Rapture” by Doug Wright with a number of performances this week. 

According to the play’s description, the story “follows two teenagers as they confront the collision between strict religious ideals and the complicated realities of growing up. Whitney, newly elected president of his church’s youth ministry, attempts to navigate desire, doubt and morality, while Carlyle wrestles with trauma through the lens of faith and fantasy. As their beliefs are tested, the two must face truths that challenge the world they’ve been taught to trust.”

The present is directed by Noah Lucé. Whitney is performed by Pat Hildebrand and Jake Jackson and Carlyle is performed by Riley Kloeckner and Joelene Melgar. The present incorporates mature content material and powerful language, and is advisable for audiences age 17 or older. 

Upcoming performances are at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, and at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29. Tickets are $5 for normal viewers and free for LSSU college students, employees and college. 

For extra info, go to lssu.edu/centers/arts-center.

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Celebrate spring break with the Charlevoix library

The Charlevoix Public Library is providing a full schedule of spring break enjoyable for native youngsters. 

Starting on Friday, March 27, there shall be a tote bag craft at 1 p.m. The week’s actions additionally embody a Mario Kart event, loads of crafts and storytimes, an April Fools! Teen Spooky Sensory Play and a household film matinee. 

No registration is required for these occasions. 

Find out extra at charlevoixlibrary.org. 

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Speed into spring with Freighter Festival of Races

Yooper Running Company and the Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours are bringing again the Freighter Festival of Races for a second yr. 

The downtown Sault Ste. Marie course will take runners alongside the St. Marys River to allow them to see upbound and downbound freighters now that the Soo Locks are open for the 2026 delivery season. 

The 5K run, 5K stroll and half marathon run will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 on the the Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours. 

You can register to take part at yooperrunning.com. 

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Hunt for Easter eggs

There are a number of Easter egg hunts occurring across the area this weekend, together with: 

• The Brave Hearts Estate Easter Egg Hunt is ready for 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 28 at 4171 Ely Road in Pellston. The occasion is for ages toddler-13. Kids ought to carry their very own basket or bag.
• American House in Petoskey, 2000 E. Mitchell Road, is having a Community Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28. The fortunate youngsters who discover the “Golden Egg” will win a brand-new scooter. There shall be two scooter winners per age group, from ages 1-5 and ages 6-12.
• The North Country Sportsmans Club is internet hosting an Easter Egg Scramble at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 on the Black River Full Gospel Church in Cheboygan. Children ages 0-12 are welcome to take part, and the Easter Bunny can be anticipated to pay a go to.

— Contact Jillian Fellows at jfellows@petoskeynews.com.