If you love fishing, you'll love Curtis, Michigan and our lakes and streams.
Curtis is surrounded by Upper Peninsula's largest lake complex, The Manistique Lakes.
The Erickson Center for the Arts enriches the lives of both residents and tourists alike.
Your water-filled adventure is limitless here in Curtis. Let's go jet skiing, swimming, boating, along with tubing.
Find tranquility here in Curtis and listen to the waves gently roll into shore.
0202-06-24 - 2020-06-24 MIP Presents Seven Bridges
2020-02-16 - 2021-02-21 Manistique Lions Club Breakfast
2020-06-08 - 2020-06-12 Loosen Up with Confidence Watercolor Class with Helga Flower
2020-06-11 - 2020-06-14 Above the Bridge Songwriters Weekend #1
2020-06-17 Open Mic Night with John Latini
2020-06-18 - 2020-06-21 Above the Bridge Songwriters Weekend #2
2020-06-18 - 2020-06-19 Loosen Up with Confidence Watercolor Class with Helga Flower
2020-06-25 - 2020-06-27 ECA presents "Cinderella the Musical"
2020-06-29 Classical Concert featuring Paul Lundin & Stas Venglevski
2020-07-01 Music in the Park presents the Derrell Syria Project
2020-07-05 2020 Curtis Independence Day Celebration
2020-07-08 Music in the Park presents Ryan Shadbolt and the Weathermen
2020-07-15 Music in the Park presents The Hackwells
2020-07-15 Music in the Park presents The Hackwells
2020-07-22 Music in the Park presents Trailer Hitch
2020-07-29 Music in the Park presents The Grand Design Band
2020-08-01 3rd Annual 906 Festival
2020-08-01 3rd Annual 906 Festival
2020-08-01 3rd Annual 906 Festival
2020-08-05 Curtis Sidewalk Sales Day
2020-08-05 Music in the Park presents Daydreamers
2020-08-12 Music in the Park presents The Blue Water Ramblers
2020-08-15 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser
2020-09-07 3 Bridge Walk
2020-09-26 OKTOBERFEST
2020-11-27 Curtis Aglow Santa Parade
2020-11-28 Holiday Gala...Deck the Halls
2020-11-28 Curtis Aglow Bazaar & Craft Show
2021-01-30 6th Annual Frostbite Pike Contest
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Welcome to Curtis Michigan and the Manistique Lakes Area "A Unique Waterfront Village" in Michigan's Upper Peninsula Curtis Michigan is surrounded by the six beautiful Manistique Lakes which comprise the largest lake complex in the Upper Peninsula. Our six major Upper Peninsula lakes are: North Manistique Lake at 1,722 acres; Big Manistique Lake at 10,130 acres; South Manistique Lake at 4,001 acres; Milakokia Lake at 1,956 acres; Lake Ann Louise at 311 acres; and Millecoquins Lake at 1,890 acres. We have a very incredible geographic location, placing you in the middle of 20,000 acres of inland lakes and streams. Visitors to Curtis will find both relaxation and excitement when visiting our community. |
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Great Getaways #1204 "It Won't Hurt Us To Go To Curtis" - Michigan's Upper Peninsula The Manistique Lakes Area also provides residents and visitors alike with a huge array of events, which encompasses both outdoor and indoor activities. Guests and locals love our Biggest Little Town Parade during our Fourth of July Celebration, Art on the Lake held at The Erickson Center, Oktoberfest, The Walleye Jamboree, Pure Curtis Weekend, along with many more. |
| Large groups, families, and couples will enjoy our relaxing and fun atmosphere. We have everything in one area to fulfill all of your vacation needs. Lodging, restaurants, lounges / taverns, recreational rental facilities, 3 area golf courses, gift shops, antique shops, attractions, floral shops, gas & grocery stores, along with a host of other great little stores. Find your event, your recreational activity and come stay with us. Manistique Lakes Area is really the year-round place to be! Be a part of Curtis Michigan & Our Chamber of Commerce Are you thinking of making your vacation spot your home and / or business? We invite you to explore the many opportunities that Curtis offers. We have Curtis area real estate agents listed within our directory to help you look the options available. We are here to promote, whether you are an established member, new member or someone contemplating a new venture here in Curtis, our Chamber of Commerce can help. |
| Be a part of over 125 members within the area that benefit from the Curtis Area Chamber of Commerce. Visit our Membership page to see how affordable it is to be a part of a great chamber and great community. |
| If you enjoy water recreation and adventure, Curtis offers the perfect Upper Peninsula Vacation for you and your family. Large groups, families, and couples will enjoy our relaxing and fun atmosphere. |
| Curtis Year-round Activities Spotlight Pure Curtis Michigan Things to Do Pure Curtis in the Spring Springtime in Curtis starts out with a great event, the Walleye Jamboree. This event takes place in May and is held on Big Manistique Lake or South Manistique Lake. As temperatures warm up around the Manistique Lakes Area, guests enjoy fishing on our many lakes and streams, mushrooming, smelt dipping, and ATVing. ATV / ORV / Motorcycle trails are lightly groomed and enthusiasts can enjoy our local Sandtown Motorcycle trail. There are extensive trails networking throughout the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. |
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Pure Curtis in the Summer
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| Pure Curtis in the Fall Our fall season is celebrated with our Curtis Chamber of Commerce Annual Oktoberfest. Autumn colors offer fantastic views along all of our surrounding lakes and forests. Activities include fishing, hiking, biking, boating, canoeing, ATV / ORV / Motorcycle riding, along with many great area events. |
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| Pure Curtis in the Winter Winter is a special time here in our area with two great events and lots of things to do. Our Curtis Aglow Weekend, held before Christmas and the Frostbite Pike Contest held in February on South and Big Manistique Lakes offers great family fun. Guests to our area enjoy ice-fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and skating - which is offered at the Erickson Center's outdoor rink. Snowmobiling has been really amazing the last few years and riding the trails has never been better! |
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Curtis Chamber of Commerce Patrons Thank you for your continuing support. It is the families and individuals below that help make our area activities, events, and chamber a success! |
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Manistique Lakes Lions Club |
| Curtis Area Chamber of Commerce Officers: | Members at Large: |
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Kim Bushey, President |
Rick Soder Kim Grimwood Mary Gowan Michelle Allsteadt Martin Steinbis |
| Curtis Area Chamber of Commerce Office Manager: | Office Assistant: |
| Beth Nicholls |
Connie Levline |
Upcoming Events
MIP Presents Seven Bridges
24 Jun. 0202Seven Bridges performs in the Park. Free, donations are always appreciated. In case of inclement weather. MIP will be moved inside the ECA building.
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Manistique Lions Club Breakfast
Every First Sunday from 16 Feb. 2020 to 21 Feb. 2021.Join The Manistique Lions Club for their monthly Brunch!
Held every third Sunday of the month, enjoy pancakes, sausage, eggs, toast potatoes, coffee and other beverages. $6.00 per person, children 10 under, free with a Parent.
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Loosen Up with Confidence Watercolor Class with Helga Flower
On Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday from 8 Jun. 2020 to 12 Jun. 2020.International artist, teacher and juror Helga Flower always has new innovative and creative ideas. Her helpful, kind, and encouraging manner will challenge the beginner, advanced, and professional artist to a new journey in Helgaâ??s Art World. Daily plans include demonstrations, critiques, lectures, discussions, and of course lots of FUN!
9:00 AM-4:00 PM Daily in the ECA Building
Call 906.586.9974 to register.
$300 per person for all 5 days of the workshop. Early registration is welcome. Deadline for registration is May 20th.
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Above the Bridge Songwriters Weekend #1
11 Jun. 2020Featuring an all inclusive weekend workshop in Curtis, MI with award winning musicians/songwriters...Pat Bergeson, Annie Sellick, John Latini and Jamie-Sue Seal
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Open Mic Night with John Latini
17 Jun. 2020Local musicians take the ECA stage. Registration is appreciated but not required.
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Above the Bridge Songwriters Weekend #2
18 Jun. 2020Featuring an all inclusive weekend in Curtis, MI with Award winning musicians/songwriters...Michelle Chenard, Pete Kehoe, John Latini and Jamie-Sue Seal
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Loosen Up with Confidence Watercolor Class with Helga Flower
On Thursday,Friday from 18 Jun. 2020 to 19 Jun. 2020.International artist, teacher and juror Helga Flower always has new innovative and creative ideas. Her helpful, kind, and encouraging manner will challenge the beginner, advanced, and professional artist to a new journey in Helga’s Art World. Daily plans include demonstrations, critiques, lectures, discussions, and of course lots of FUN!
9:00 AM-4:00 PM Daily in the ECA Building
Call 906.586.9974 to register.
$300 per person for all 5 days of the workshop. Early registration is welcome. Deadline for registration is May 20th.
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ECA presents "Cinderella the Musical"
On Thursday,Friday,Saturday from 25 Jun. 2020 to 27 Jun. 2020.The ECA presents its 5th full length musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella". More details to come, look for audition dates and information soon!
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Classical Concert featuring Paul Lundin & Stas Venglevski
29 Jun. 2020Award winning musician and accordionist extraordinaire Stas Venglevski and "True North String Quartet" violinist Paul Lundin present a mix of classical pieces, original music, and even some tangos! This event is free, donations are always appreciated. Generously sponsored by the Curtis Buckeyes.
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Music in the Park presents the Derrell Syria Project
1 Jul. 2020The Derrell Syria Project performs in the Park. Free, donations are always appreciated. In case of inclement weather. MIP will be moved inside the ECA building.
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