Tip Up Town - Houghton Lake
January 22 -24, and 30-31, 2026
The premier ice fishing festival in north central Michigan that happens Friday, Saturday and Sunday, on the last two weekends in January. The festival is held at the southern DNR boat launch, off of M-55 near the Pines theater and Pineview Golf Course. Free parking is available at the High School and library with free shuttle service to and from Tip Up Town.
Festivities include:
- Polar Bear Dip
- Carnival Rides
- Fishing Contest
- Family Games
- Fishing Contest
- Family Fun Tent
- Petting Zoo
- Adult Beverage Tent
- Lumberjack Snow Parade
- 5K Run and much more!
For more information and event schedule click here Houghton Lake Chamber of Commerce
Location:
Houghton Lake, MI 48629

