Opened in 1892, the historic City Opera House in downtown Traverse City, MI, is a cornerstone of culture in the Grand Traverse region. Its elegant auditorium features a barrel vault ceiling, fresco paintings, gold leaf accents and Victorian styling while offering state-of-the-art lighting and sound. The Victorian venue hosts performing arts, concerts, and stand up comedy as well as multiple arts education programs and community events throughout the year. ...

Gull Landing is an American restaurant in downtown Pentwater, MI, known for its large outside deck and bar with a view of Pentwater Lake. The Gull features live jazz and blues on Wednesdays and Sunday nights in the summer. ...

Gun Lake Casino, a premier gaming and entertainment destination in Wayland, MI, features a casino and several restaurants and bars. The venue hosts live entertainment at the 131 Sportsbar & Lounge as well as CBK (Craft, Bar, Kitchen), a restaurant located within the casino.131 Sportsbook & Lounge has a full-service bar and floor-to-ceiling LED video walls where you can watch several games at a time. Enjoy live music on the weekends in this enhanced entertainment space.The outdoor patio at CBK (Craft, Bar, Kitchen) is the site of the casino’s seasonal Thursday night parties with local musicians and DJs. ...

Open since 2014, Lake Ann Brewing Co is small but very friendly. S.S. Burnett Park is across the street for the kiddos to play. There’s food available at the Stone Oven next door which can be brought into the brewery so you can eat, drink, and enjoy live music in one place. During the summer months, there is live music on the outdoor stage in back. People can take a seat or pull up a blanket on the grass and enjoy the best that Northern Michigan has to offer. ...

Michigan Legacy Art Park is a nonprofit sculpture park trail located in the midst of a 30-acre forest preserve in northern Michigan. Located on the grounds of Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, MI, the park features a hiking trail and outdoor amphitheater. ...

Northern Natural Cider House and Winery is a favorite destination for hard cider lovers. The Tasting House offers a wide selection of hard ciders on tap and available by the flight, glass, Howler or Growler. Two on-site food trucks, specializing in organic pizzas and tacos, and an outdoor live music venue create a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with music supplied by local and regionally-known folk and bluegrass entertainers. ...

Stix Ludington is a world-class restaurant, entertainment center, and event space bringing food, fun, and bowling to Northern Michigan. Located near Ludington State Park, Stix is known for its expansive beer garden patio and pier, and state-of-the-art bowling lanes. Stix presents live bands throughout the summer season on its large outdoor stage. ...

The Avenue Café in Lansing, MI, has tasty food and cocktails, pinball, pool, and a variety of fun events. ...

The Hay-Loft Inn is a little country western, family restaurant and bar on the outskirts of Traverse City, MI. The place as arcade games, a pool table, dance floor and stage. ...

Union Street Station is the place in downtown Traverse City, MI, with live entertainment every day of the week including live bands, DJs, open mic and karaoke. The bar has been a popular gathering spot for well over a century. ...