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Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant

May 25th-27th, 2024

The longest running free Memorial Day historical program in the U.S. takes places in Mackinaw City, Michigan: the Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant. More than 400 cast members take part in the three-day pageant that brings to life the 1763 Fort Michilimackinac battle between the French, British, and Native Americans.

The cast members are clad in period costumes and demonstrate the way of life for residents of Northern Michigan in the 1760’s. A highlight of the weekend is the Memorial Day parade through the streets of Mackinaw City that includes more than 100 bands, acts, and floats.

Here's the typical schedule of events:

*All events are held within Fort Michilimackinac unless otherwise noted

Saturday

  • 9am – Fort Michilimackinac opens and Voyageurs shoot at the range at Wind Mill Farm. Rain Date is Sunday.
  • 1pm – Grand Memorial Parade, downtown Mackinaw City.
  • 3pm – 18th Century Fashion Show
  • 3:30pm – Pageant Reenactment

Sunday

  • 9am – Fort opens
  • 2pm – 18th Century Fashion Show
  • 2:30pm – Pageant Reenactment

Monday

  • 9am – Fort opens
  • 2pm – 18th Century Fashion Show
  • 2:30pm – Pageant Reenactment

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Stay tuned for information on the 2024 Fort Michilimackinac Historial Reenactment Pageant!

For more information on the Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant, please contact the event organizer:
Fort Michilimackinac Pageant, Inc.


312 South Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

(231) 420-8297

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