Sault Ste Marie's Blog

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry at Oktoberfest in Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Posted on September 18th, 2018

Do you know what question we get asked most often regarding Sault Ste. Marie’s Oktoberfest? Why is it held in SEPTEMBER if it’s called Oktoberfest? To answer that question, here’s a little history about why our Oktoberfest is held in September. Since 1810, the fall festival of Oktoberfe… read more..

Michigan Paranormal Convention in Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on August 14th, 2018

Did you know the largest paranormal convention in the Midwest is held right here in Michigan’s oldest city? Join the Upper Peninsula Paranormal Research Society (U.P.P.R.S.) and The Sault Events for the 9th Annual Michigan Paranormal Convention (MIPARACON)! Over 40 parano… read more..

Fun for all at the Soo Ultimate Paddle Day in Sault Michigan

Posted on June 20th, 2018

Thank you local paddling enthusiast Tom Pink for bringing us up to speed on the SUP Day event! The Chippewa County Community Foundation (CCCF) invites paddlers from throughout the Midwest to float into Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. on Saturday, August 18 for its second annual Soo Ultimate Paddle Day (SUP… read more..

3 Things You Can Only Do on Engineers Day (and So Much More!)

Posted on May 16th, 2018

There are moments in life when a unique window of opportunity opens and only those who are prepared to climb through that window enjoy an incredible payoff.
We’re talking about things that come around only once a year. Either clear your calendar and seize the day, or pine away and wish for a second ch… read more..

Top 3 Winter Events to Experience in the Soo

Posted on December 27th, 2017

Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan knows how to have a good time when the temperature drops to freezing! Here are three winter events you should visit Sault Ste. Marie to experience first hand. 1. Downtown Winter Ice Festival is two days of ice carvings and free fun for everyone! The last… read more..

Foodie Heaven in Sault Ste. Marie During Restaurant Week

Posted on October 31st, 2017

Quervo Gold Tequila Lime Chicken, Blue Cheese Risotto with Herb Crusted New York Medallion, or maybe North Carolina Short Rib Sliders… do we have your attention yet? Or have we at least piqued your taste buds? Eight of Sault Ste. Marie’s locally owned resta… read more..

Run for the Border During the Sault International Festival of Races

Posted on September 13th, 2017

Runners crossing the international bridge during the SIFR. Lace up your running shoes for September 23, 2017 and get ready for the unique experience of running across the International Bridge towards the Canadian border. Don’t worry you don’t need a passport be… read more..

WINNERS for the Freighter Raffle

Posted on September 5th, 2017

WINNERS for the Freighter Raffle 2017 Julie H. of Fort Wayne IN and three guests will take their trip with Interlake during the summer of 2018 Bob O. of Traverse City MI will overnight at Whitefish Point Lighthouse Matthew B. of Lansing MI will enjoy an overnight stay at Ramada Plaza Ojibway Hot… read more..

Lace Up for the Sault International Festival of Races

Posted on August 22nd, 2017

Are you ready for amazing views and miles of great scenery?
The 8th Annual War Memorial Hospital Sault International Festival of Races kicks off Saturday, September 23rd with a half-marathon across the International Bridge, and no passport is required! The half-marathon and the 7.1 mile B… read more..

International Bridge Walk

Posted on June 6th, 2017

This year’s walk is Saturday, June 24, 2017 Join us for a historical walk! As you walk these picturesque 2.8 miles, you’ll find yourself saying things like: “Look, we’re walking high above the Soo Locks canals.” “Wait! Here comes a freighter beneath the bridge.” “… read more..