Thumb Region of Michigan

Enjoy Summertime in Region 6 Michigan's Thumb Area

Michigan Life's Region 6 Michigan's Thumb Area including Huron County, Lapeer County, Macomb County, Oakland County, Sanilac County, St Clair County, Tuscola County Michigan.

Region 6 Michigan's Thumb Area

Michigan's Thumb

The Thumb is a region and its own peninsula. We call it the Thumb Region because when you look at a map Michigan's lower peninsula is the shape of a mitten the this area is the mittens thumb. East of Saginaw and north of Detroit is one of the most coveted areas of michigan also called Blue Water area. This is a favorite travel destination rich in natural scenic beauty, strong cultural heritage and unique towns and people.

What to See and Do in Region 6 -Michigan's Thumb Area

July 2024 Dates: TBA

The Sunflower Festival is an annual festival celebrated in Mayville, Michigan.

Welcome to one of Michigan's favorite attractions. Come out and take part in some of the finest fruits our state has to offer. You can pick your own apples, cherries, pears or grapes, or let us do it for you. You can even have your next party, conference, BBQ or trade fairs on our grounds.

Fifteen years prior to being bitten with the fruit passion, Stan Pankiewicz worked in a nearby apple orchard. He started there in 1969 and worked for several years for an elderly man named Harvey. It was a way for Stan to make a supplemental income for his growing family.

July 2024 Date: TBA

The Fraser Lions Club Festival is a family friendly event with carnival rides, beer and food tent, vendors, live entertainment, a fireworks display, and more!

Attention Beer Lovers, what you've been hearing is true! Lake Orion is about to have its very own microbrewery – 51 North Brewing Company. We will be located at 51 North Broadway, hence the name. Mary and Don Gindhart lead a small group of beer-loving, business-minded individuals that share one purpose – to create a microbrewery like no other.

MBTB Tasting Room unites the founders of MichiganByTheBottle.com with multiple Michigan wineries to bring a taste of the state’s wine trails to metro Detroit.

Engineered for Fun. Powered by Music.

AirTime Trampoline & Game Park is a high energy trampoline and music experience unlike any other. Imagine getting your bounce on surrounded by wall to wall trampolines with the speakers pumping out your favorite songs. That is AirTime Trampoline & Game Park.

The Village Winery came about after many years of wine making as a hobby. Through sharing our wines with family and friends we hatched the idea of starting a winery. After a long year or so process of application and build-out, we opened the Village Winery on labor day weekend of 2007 during our annual Romeo Peach Festival.

With a history that dates back to 1863, Yates Grist Mill opened its doors beside the rapidly flowing waters of the ‘then’ Clinton-Kalamazoo Canal. Amidst the beautiful countryside of Rochester, Michigan the memories began in full bloom.

About a decade ago, after studying with industry experts at
University of California (UC Davis) to gain the core knowledge of
commercial wine making, we left the busy life of software executives in
downtown Chicago and literally - "bought the farm". We planted a 20

Stop in at the winery, right down the street (towards Lake Huron) from Birchwood Mall in Fort Gratiot, MI. Please feel free to contact us regarding any questions you might have about our Wine-Making Techniques.

Established in 1813, Westview Orchards is still operated by the same family. We strive to grow high quality fruits and vegetables that you look for. You can pick our fruits, vegetables and sunflowers right from our orchards and fields or right from our Farm Market, Spring through Early Winter.

You can also enjoy a nice afternoon here picking strawberries and breathing in the fresh country air. Bring the whole family! You can always find more then enough berries to make your favorite jams or pie.

Buy direct from the manufacturer and save! Make your own wine with the finest of grape juices ready for your enjoyment in as little as six weeks! We now carry Mead (Wine that is made using honey instead of grapes.)
We also have a wide variety of quality wines on the shelf. Our products come in two grades; Elite and Extraordinaire.

A National Historic Landmark, Meadow Brook Hall is an historic house museum, cultural center and events and wedding venue. Built by Matilda Dodge and Alfred Wilson, Meadow Brook is located on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester.

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The Detroit Zoo is open 362 days a year
closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Animal Feedings/Demonstrations
In order to encourage natural behavior, feeding and socialization activities occur throughout the day. This is called "animal enrichment". View our enrichment schedule on the "Today at the Zoo" page.

Carnegie Center | Thomas Edison Depot | Lightship Huron | Fort Gratiot Light Station

July 30 - Aug. 5, 2023

Huron Community Fair Celebrating Agriculture, Youth and Community since 1868! Plan on spending this year with us to see why we rave about the Fair!

Built in 1886, this lighthouse originally burned kerosene, but was electrified in 1929. It is now a private residence, but the light remains an active aid for navigation.

The Park is open daily from 7:00am to 10:00pm. Admission tickets are sold in the gift shop for tours of the station and tower. The park is located at 2800 Omar Street, in Port Huron.

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