Festival Schedule

Plan out your Bridgefest weekend! There are so many great events to attend over this four-day festival. Choose a few or go to all! 

Please note that all times and events are tentative and are subject to change.

Have questions? Contact us

Jun
11
Thu
2026
Helicopter Rides
Jun 11 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
20 Miler | $199
Fly along the Portage Canal to Lake Superior and McLain State Park!
10 Miler | $129
Soar above the Portage Canal, Lift Bridge and Dollar Bay!
5 Miler | $89
Fly above the Portage Canal, Lift Bridge and Quincy Mine!
2 Miler | $49
See the Portage Canal Lift Bridge from above!
Adrenaline Upgrade | $20
Need a little more? How about doors off & 30-degree banked turns? Also includes a free lanyard!
**PRICES AND ROUTES SUBJECT TO CHANGE!
Hours of Festival Operations:
Thursday 6/11: 2pm-Sunset
Friday 6/12: 10am-Sunset
Saturday 6/13: 10am – Sunset
Sunday 6/14: 10am – Volume
Jun
12
Fri
2026
Helicopter Rides @ Ramada Inn
Jun 12 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Kids Day on Quincy Green @ Quincy Green
Jun 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Kite Flying @ The Quincy Mine Shaft
Jun 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Food, Beverages and Music @ Ray Kestner Houghton Waterfront
Jun 12 @ 3:00 pm – Jun 14 @ 12:00 am
Vendors on the Waterfront @ Ray Kestner Houghton Waterfront
Jun 12 @ 3:00 pm – Jun 14 @ 12:00 am
Music – Uncles Pete’s Red Hot Revue
Jun 12 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bubble Bike Bash @ Keweenaw Co+op
Jun 12 @ 5:00 pm

Join us Friday, June 12th from 5 PM until the parade is over for a fun-filled evening during Bridgefest!
Bring the kids by for:
🚲 Bike Decorating
🎯 Bean Bag Toss
🫧 Bubbles & Sidewalk Fun
🎟️ Coupons & Specials
Stop by before the parade, decorate your bikes, play some games, and celebrate Bridgefest with us downtown. Everyone welcome!

Parade Line-Up
Jun 12 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Thatcher Markham Memorial Run
Jun 12 @ 7:00 pm
Bridgefest Parade
Jun 12 @ 7:05 pm
Friday Headliner – Rewind
Jun 12 @ 9:00 pm – Jun 13 @ 12:00 am
Jun
13
Sat
2026
Keweenaw Chain Drive @ UP Health System - Portage Parking Lot
Jun 13 @ 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
Bridgefest Paddle Tour @ Portage Paddle Sports
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Join us for our first Bridgefest Paddle Tour!

Register Online:
https://portagepaddlesports.com + BOOK NOW
$5 10′ Paddle Boards
$5 11′ Paddle Boards
$5 12′ Paddle Boards
$5 Single Person Kayaks
$10 Tandem Kayaks Sits 2 riders
$10 Family Kayak Sits up to 4 riders
$15 Pedal Kayaks
Prices for Saturday, June 14th, 2025 @ 9-10:30 AM ONLY

 

Pickleball Tournament @ Laurn Grove Park | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Contact Mary at 906.482.2422 to Register!

Tennis Tournament @ Terrace Park | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am

Tennis Tournament | Doubles Format
Time: 9 am
Date: June 14, 2025
Location: Terrace Park | Hancock

Contact: 906-482-2422 for more information and to register!

Bridgefest Touch-A-Truck + Boats @ Houghton Waterfront Pier
Jun 13 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Join us during Bridgefest weekend for some FREE family fun!
Touch-A-Truck + Boats is a family-friendly event designed to allow children to explore, climb, and TOUCH vehicles, and boats of all shapes and sizes. There will be fun for everyone in the family.
Pony Rides
Petting Zoo
Face Painting
Balloon Artist
Carnival Food
Family Fun
MTU Athletics
If you are interested in being involved and bring a vehicle, please reach out to the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce at info@keweenaw.org or 906-482-5240.  ALL entries MUST be parked between 8:30 am – 9:15 am in designated areas.
Bridgefest Volleyball Tournament – 6 Person – Coed @ Chutes & Ladders + Hancock Beach
Jun 13 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Grab your team and hit the sand! ☀️🔥
Join us for a 6v6 coed beach volleyball tournament to celebrate Bridgefest weekend in the best way!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 13th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Sand Courts at Hancock Beach and Chutes n’ Ladders
🚨 Limited to 16 Teams, Register Early to Secure Your Spot!
Whether you’re playing to win or just for a great day on the beach, this is the tournament you don’t want to miss!
Winning team gets a fun t-shirt!
👉 Register here:
https://airtable.com/app5JR74nUyrY…/pagqjGZBGyc7bQ5ce/form
👉 Questions?
Email joslynn@keweenawcape.com
Helicopter Rides
Jun 13 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Bridgefest Classic Car + Vintage Motorcycle Show @ 400 Quincy Street | Parking Deck | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Sip, Snack, and Savor @ Keweenaw Co+op Market & Deli
Jun 13 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Celebrate Bridgefest with us on Saturday, June 13th from 11 AM – 3 PM!
Enjoy:
🍴 FREE Food Sampling
🎨 Coloring Station
📄 Origami for Kids
🎉 Kids Bingo
Kids receive a FREE piece of fruit as a part of our Co+op Explorers program! 🍎
Take a break from the festivities, cool off, and discover delicious samples, family fun, and more at the co-op during Bridgefest weekend!

Bounce House, Obstacle Course, Kids Games @ Ray Kestner Waterfront Park
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Wristbands $5 for 2 hours, $10 for day

Cornhole Tournament – Hancock Hockey @ 400 Quincy Street | Parking Deck | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dunk Tank @ Ray Kestner Waterfront Park
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Hancock | Houghton Athletic Boosters Fundraiser

Food & Vendors on the Waterfront
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – Jun 14 @ 12:00 am
Music – TOM-n-DIRK
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Respawn Laser Tag @ Ray Kestner Waterfront Park
Jun 13 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ticket Price + Time may VARY!

Cribbage Tournament @ Nutini's Supper Club
Jun 13 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Must PRE-REGISTER – Call Mary at 906-482-2422 for questions or to register.

$20 entry fee per team

Music – Bling Crosby @ 400 Quincy Street | Parking Deck | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

400  Quincy Street | Hancock

Bridgefest Plum Ski-ters Water Ski Show @ Waterfront
Jun 13 @ 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Come watch the Plum Ski-ters perform at Bridgefest!

The event will take place on the canal! Grab a seat in Houghton or Hancock to view the show.

Music – BackTraxx
Jun 13 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Vollwerth’s Hot Dog Eating Contest @ 400 Quincy Street | Parking Deck | Hancock
Jun 13 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bridgefest Plum Ski-ters Water Ski Show @ Waterfront
Jun 13 @ 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Come watch the Plum Ski-ters perform at Bridgefest!

The event will take place on the canal! Grab a seat in Houghton or Hancock to view the show.

Chicken BINGO @ Ray Kestner Waterfront
Jun 13 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Happy 65th Birthday – Quincy Mine Shaft – Flag Raising
Jun 13 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Music – Groove Candy
Jun 13 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Buoyard Viewing Party by Small Craft and Takkas Saunas
Jun 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Hancock Street Dance – Outlaw’d @ Hancock | 400 Street
Jun 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

400 Quincy Street | Parking Deck | Hancock

Saturday Headliner – Chad Borgen and The Collective
Jun 13 @ 8:00 pm – 12:00 am
Beats by the Bridge @ Wolven Wood Axe Bar
Jun 13 @ 10:00 pm

Show starts after the fireworks!