Get ready for another unforgettable Independence Day celebration in Marenisco Township! From the Backroads Treasure Hunt and Annual Golf Tournament to the community parade, live music, family activities, fireworks, and the All-Town Reunion, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you’re a lifelong resident, returning for the reunion, or visiting Michigan’s beautiful Northwoods for the holiday weekend, we invite you to join us for a week filled with community spirit, tradition, and fun.

June 28 – July 5, 2026

Celebrate with friends, family, and neighbors as Marenisco Township comes together for one of the area’s most anticipated annual traditions.

Download the complete event schedule below and start planning your holiday weekend!

Schedule of Events

June 28 – July 4

Backroads Treasure Hunt
Contact: Kelly Dunbar – (906) 392-0011

Friday, July 3

Annual Golf Tournament

8:30 AM – Tee Off
Location: Land O’ Lakes Golf Course

For information, contact:

• Ryan Whitley – (906) 360-3320
• John Zorich – (906) 364-0793

Bango

6:00 PM
Location: Township Hall

Saturday, July 4

Pancake Breakfast

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Township Hall
Hosted by: Hungry Traveler

Parade Line-Up

10:30 AM
Location: County Garage

Coordinators:

• Micki Sorensen
• Kelly Dunbar

Independence Day Parade

11:00 AM
Featuring Parade Marshal John Zorich

Following the Parade

Entertainment & Activities

• Marty’s Goldenaires
• Kids Games & Races
  • Kachine Lillie
  • Wynter McGeshick
• Quarter Scramble
• Dunk Tank
• Hot Beef Sandwiches (Pavilion)
• Brats, Hot Dogs & Beverages (MVFD Pavilion)
• Free Ice Cream in the Pavilion
• Volleyball Contest
  • Ronnie Lynn Powell – (906) 287-1556
• Corn Hole Toss
• Museum Open (12:00 PM – 3:00 PM)

Mini Log Contest

3:00 PM
Location: Presque Isle River

Tickets: $3.00 each

Frozen T-Shirt Challenge

4:00 PM
Location: Pavilion

Coordinator:

• Karen Raisanen-Wilke

Turkey Feed

5:00 PM
Hosted by the Jim Dunbar Family

Fireworks Display

At Dusk
Location: Kimberly Field

Sponsored by MVFD

Sunday, July 5

4th Annual Marenisco Music Festival

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Marenisco Pavilion

Food and beverages will be available.

All-Town Reunion Dinner

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Township Hall

Time Capsule Opening & New Time Capsule Burial

5:00 PM

50/50 Raffle

Tickets: $1.00 each

Drawing

July 5 at 8:00 PM

Winners will be posted at:

• Township Hall
• marenisco.org

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