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Watch the Welcome to Elk Rapids Video
Evenings on River Street
Wednesdays 6 - 9 pm
July 8 – Center Stage
Business After Hours
Thursday July 16
Elk Lake Floral
Embraced by East Grand Traverse Bay to the west, Elk Lake to the east and Bass Lake to the north, the community of Elk Rapids is one of the most charming of all the harbor towns in Northwest Lower Michigan. Comprised of one square mile, everything is within walking distance: public beaches, unique dining, quaint shops and a modern marina for boaters navigating the waters of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay.
The Elk Rapids area is a year-round playground for all types of outdoor activities. Golfing, fishing, boating, hunting, biking, hiking, skiing, exploring - if you are interested in finding your own part of paradise, we invite you to visit us! Read on for a small sampling of some of the year round family friendly events in the Elk Rapids area.
 Rich in history
In 1852, Elk Rapids was the first city platted in Antrim County. Originally named Stevens, Michigan, a set of elk horns found in the Meguzee River Rapids was muse for a name change, and Elk Rapids was adopted in 1858. New names were also assumed for Meguzee Lake and Meguzee River in honor of the elk horns. Elk Rapids was the Antrim County seat until 1879, when the seat was moved to Keno (now Bellaire, Michigan).
(Photos by Graydon DeCamp)
Michigan Municipal League Announces Regional Finalist
for Community Excellence Award
Elk Rapids Nominated for Community Character Counts Project
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Farmer's Market
Fridays 8:00 am
June thru October
Outside the Chamber Building
Products grown locally on family farms and feature:
Fresh vegetables, fresh fruits & berries, eggs, sweet corn, baked goods, honey products, tomatoes, fresh cut flowers, nursery plants and flowers, sauces and jams, and much more!
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Harbor Days 2009 - Elk Rapids
July 29 - August 1, 2009
 Elk Rapids Harbor Days celebration has been a popular event in northern Michigan for over 50 years. Families of all ages can enjoy the abundant activities provided throughout the 4-day event.
The entertainment begins on Wednesday evening with the much-anticipated Evening On River Street. Enjoy a street fair atmosphere with a cornucopia of sights and sounds to satisfy your appetite for food, music and entertainment.
The days following include activities geared to the young and old alike, sandcastle building, outstanding musical entertainment, delicious food at the Community Dinner, a carnival, Kids Day activities and so much more.
The Harbor Days celebration culminates on Saturday with a parade down the streets of town with local dignitaries, floats, bands, and of course Miss Elk Rapids! Enjoy the rest of the day participating in all of the events and then wind down for the evening in time to watch the fireworks display.
Har bor Days is traditionally known to have one of the best fireworks displays in northern Michigan, provided by world famous Zambelli’s pyrotechnics. Imagine relaxing on the beach or your boat after a busy day and watching the dazzling array of fireworks lighting up the evening sky and reflecting into the water below.
Elk Rapids Harbor Days is a small town celebration with a big reputation in northern Michigan; make it a part of your summer plans!
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