Community Trivia

Monday, October 5th - 7 to 9pm

Town Club

Line Dance Lessons

Tuesday, October 6th - 10 to 11am

HERTH

Adult Beginner Friendly

Fun and Great Exercise

Casual wear/Sneakers (No street shoes)

Medicare Education Seminar

Tuesday, October 6th, 10:30am

Wednesday, October 7th, 5:30pm

Elk Rapids Library

Turning 65 Soon—or Already on Medicare? Join us at the Elk Rapids District Library for an informative session on the ABCs of Medicare and what you need to know about upcoming changes. Learn how Medicare changes in 2027 may impact your coverage, costs, and options, and get answers to your questions from a Medicare professional. Presented by Traci George, Medicare Specialist, Michigan Planners, Inc. Whether you’re new to Medicare or already enrolled, you’ll leave with a better understanding of what to expect and how to prepare. RSVP - Space is limited

Homework Lab

Tuesdays & Thursdays - 3 to 5pm

Elk Rapids Library

Need a quiet place to focus? Have a tough assignment? Come join us for Homework Lab! What to expect: A dedicated, quiet space to study, help with homework questions, support staying on track, build strong daily study habits, snacks provided!  All school ages are welcome. Supported by a Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians 2% Grant.

Mike Ridley LIVE

Tuesday, October 6th - 6 to 9pm

Town Club

We’re excited to have Mike Ridley back at the Town Club! Come join us for a great night of live music, drinks, and good times.

Fall Wine Dinner

Wednesday, October 7th - 6 to 8pm

Lost Cellars

Kick off Fall with an unforgettable Wine Dinner at Lost Cellars! Join us on October 7 at 6:00 PM for a thoughtfully curated evening of food and drink.

1st course: Potato Leek Soup

2nd course: Autumn orchard salad

3rd course: Parchment-roasted steelhead salmon

4th course: Harvest turkey roulade

5th: Bare branch apple crisp

All courses paired with wine or cocktails.

Cost: $75 per person/$65 Wine Club Members

Spots are limited—reservations are required. Call or text 231.499.4755 to reserve your seat. This event sells out fast!

Show Me The Money Game Night

Wednesday, October 7th - 6:30 to 8pm

Elk Rapids Amvets

Proceeds go toward Auxiliary Projects for Veterans and Community.

Public Welcome - Must be a member to purchase alcohol. Non-members must be sponsored by a member.

Bring an appetizer to share.

JV Tailgate Party

Thursday, October 8th- 3:30 to 5:30pm

BOS Wine

Elk Rapids Fans wearing Orange and Black can order ½ off glasses of selected BOS wine before home JV Football games. Kickoff at 6pm

Fall, Flannel, & Friends

Thursday, October 8th - 5 to 7pm

Townline Ciderworks

Join the Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library for the 5th Annual Fall, Flannel & Friends at Townline Ciderworks to support the Elk Rapids District Library.

Only $30 per person!

Click here for tickets! 

NMC Owls

Thursday, October 8th - 7 to 9pm

Grass River

Owls are fascinating birds. What is it about the elusive owl that sparks an air of mystery and intrigue? Join Grass River staff as we learn about local owls, their biology, identification, calls, and habits. Learn times and places to go searching for owls during day and night, and strategies to increase your success in finding them. Then, we'll head out for a night hike in search of these amazing birds. Participants should be comfortable walking outdoors at night for about 1 mile on uneven trails. Bring a light.

Click here to register!

Owl Prowl

Friday, October 9th - 7 to 8:30pm

Grass River

Join us as we learn about our local owls and their conservation with an introductory presentation, and then head out for a night hike in search of these amazing birds. Participants should be comfortable walking outdoors at night for about 1 mile on uneven trails. Bring a light in the case that it is cloudy. $10 per person.

Click here to register!

Fall Harvest Weekends

Saturday, October 10th - 9am to 5:30pm

Hubbel Farms

Spend a fall weekend on the farm! Every weekend throughout October, bring the family out to Hubbell Farms for your favorite fall traditions, seasonal treats and plenty of fun.

**Fall Weekend Hours:**

Saturdays | 9 AM–5:30 PM

Sundays | 9 AM–4:30 PM

• U-Pick Apples
• Pumpkins
• Corn Maze — $6/person
• Wagon Rides — $5/person
• Apple Cannon — $9/bucket
• 

**No admission fee — activities are priced individually.**

Stop inside the farm market when you arrive for current U-Pick apple varieties and pricing. While you're there, grab a coffee, check out the fresh fall baked goods, shop seasonal produce and local favorites, or enjoy authentic Mexican food and ice cream.

Come make a day of it and enjoy fall at the farm!

Apple Days

Friday & Saturday, October 10th & 11th

9am to 4pm at King Orchards

Just about every variety we grow is ready, so this is the weekend to taste your way through and find your favorite. Pick your own out in the orchard, or grab what's already picked at the farm stand.

While you're here:

• Nearly every apple variety, ready to pick or already picked
• Fresh-pressed cider
• Pumpkins, squash and gourds
• Fall fun for the whole family

Honeycrisp keep in the fridge until spring, so bring a bushel home while they're at their best. Free to attend. Bring the whole family!

Market Hours:

Monday through Saturday - 9am to 6pm

Sunday - 9am to 4pm

U-Pick Hours:

Monday through Saturday - 9am to 4pm

Sunday - 9am to 3pm

Alden Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10th - 10am to 3:30pm

Downtown Alden Tennis Courts

Stroll through Alden, collect stamps to be entered for a chance to win prizes.

Fall activities & Treats

Church Bake Sale

Pumpkin Carving Demo and more!

Conservation Center Tour

Saturday, October 10th - 10am to Noon

McMullen Family Conservation Center

Join us for a tour of the buildings and grounds at Mitchell Creek Meadows: The Don and Jerry Oleson Nature Preserve, led by our ambassadors Sally Proctor and Cia Hager.

Chick Pea Pop-up

Saturday, October 10th - 11am to 5pm

Sunday, October 11th - 11am to 3pm

King Orchards

Fall at King Orchards is one of my favorite things, and I’m excited to be back for Apple Weekend!

I’ll be there serving Chick Pea alongside all the things that make a fall day at the orchard so special, apples, fresh air, beautiful Northern Michigan scenery, and plenty of good food.

Come spend the day at the orchard, grab something delicious, and enjoy a little fall in Northern Michigan.

FREE Second Saturday

Saturday, October 10th - Noon to 4pm

Raven Hill Discovery Center

Join us every second Saturday for a FREE afternoon of hands-on discovery! Families are invited to enjoy interactive experiences in science, history, and art while exploring the museum’s indoor and outdoor exhibits—including live animals and nature displays.

Witches Night Out at Waterside Wellness

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 8pm

TAROT READINGS + WALK-IN CHAIR MASSAGES

Take a moment to pause, connect, and receive intuitive insight and guidance through the tarot cards.

Pause, unwind, and take a moment for yourself with a 10-minute chair massage.

Accepting new and used (in good condition) coats in Collaboration with the Antrim County Sheriff's Office.

Wildflower Soapworks

Witches Night Workshop

Saturday, October 10th - 3 to 8pm

Autumnal energy, plus a Bath Soak Workshop!



Bring a friend and make some magic!

BOS Wine & Tiny Traveling Boutique: Witches Night

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 8pm

Join us at Bos Wine Featuring The Tiny Traveling Boutique AND Maria’s Hot Sauce for a night of FUN!

Sip fabulous wine, see what is NEW from Tawny with her fall line pop-up Tiny Traveling Boutique AND see what Maria has put together with her hot sauce company!

Come see us then head downtown for more spooky fun and a unique night out!

River Street Dog: Witches Night

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 8pm

Book a Session with Animal Intuitive Lyndsay Batsakis. Our back patio will be a dedicated space for you and Lyndsay to spend time discovering the phenomenal world of Animal Communication. Just want to see what it's all about, or only have a few questions about your pet?

Try a 10-minute session! A great introduction to animal communication via an intuitive. Would you like a little more time to explore all of the answers you will find? Try a 15-minute session! Are you certain that you will need more time, and want a dedicated 20-minute session? Book 2-10 minute sessions back-to-back.Afterwards, Lyndsay will have her information available for those who would like to explore private sessions for extended periods of time in their home or other neutral space.

Go to https://www.riverstreetdog.com/ to book.

Northwind Blooms: Witches Night

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 8pm

Calling all witches… the coven is gathering.

GLITTER BAR

Come get sprinkled with a little witch dust, shop the boutique, then hop back on your broom and see what the rest of downtown has conjured up.

Grab your witches. Grab your broomsticks. We’ll see you under the spell.

DAM Shop: Witches Night

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 9:30pm

Who needs a magic spell when you have a good excuse to get dolled up and party? We're just a broomstick away from our favorite October night out in downtown Elk Rapids!

Dust off those pointy hats ladies and get ready for a night of wonders with your favorite witches.

We're brewing up some wicked cocktails (coming soon!) and staying open late for all you night owls and party animals who may need girl dinner before calling it a night (Last call for alcohol firm at 930pm & kitchen open til 9ish!).

Follow along for a sneak peek at our spellbinding menu and drinks.

Oh, and don't forget: This is a grown-ups gathering, so we encourage you to make this an adult ladies night out and leave the little goblins at home.

Don't worry, we'll have something fun for them in store on Halloween night

Steak Stag

Saturday, October 10th - 5 to 10pm

Elk Rapids Sons of Amvets

Steak Stag Tickets on sale in the AmVets club room: $30 per person

Steak, Spaghetti Dinner, and a Draft Beer

Public welcome.

Men only after 5:00 p.m.

Mt. Holiday Dinner in the Hills

Saturday, October 10th - 5:30 to 8:30pm

Mt. Holiday

Join us at Mt. Holiday for an evening celebrating more than 75 years of memories, community, and the people who have made this hill what it is today.

This year’s theme, Legacy in Motion, brings Mt. Holiday’s story to life — honoring where we’ve been, celebrating where we are, and helping keep the hill moving forward for generations to come.

Space is limited, and we expect tickets to go quickly. Don’t wait to reserve your spot! Click here for tickets

Community Trivia Night

Saturday, October 10th - 7pm to ?

HERTH

Dust off your thinking caps and gather your smartest friends. Trivia Night is back this Saturday! Whether you're a history buff, a pop-culture fanatic, or just really good at remembering random facts, the ER Players have the perfect weekend plans lined up for you.

Amvets Breakfast Buffet

Sunday, October 11th - 8:30am to Noon

Elk Rapids Amvets

The Amvet's Auxiliary is cooking up a great breakfast. If you haven't been please come check it out.



Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Pancakes, Hashbrowns and more.

Adults $13 under 10 years old $5

All you can eat

Open to the public

Sunday Game Day

Sunday, October 11th - 1 to 8pm

Town Club

Come spend your Sundays with us for football, great food, cold drinks, and good company!

Harvest Gathering

Sunday, October 11th - 1 to 4pm

Samels Farm

The Samels Family Heritage Society welcomes the public to their popular Harvest Gathering. This year’s event features wagon rides, blacksmithing, hit ‘n miss engine, archaeology display, cider pressing, thresher demonstration, live music, fresh apple cider and cookies, along with other refreshments. Our own delicious maple syrup will be on sale. Admission is free and donations are welcome. See you there!

Lions Football & Food Competition

Sunday, October 11th - 4 to 8pm

Short's Pull Barn

We’ve got your Lions Sundays covered at the Pull Barn!

Catch the game, dig into some seriously tasty food competitions, and take advantage of Stadium Cup discount specials throughout the season.

Cottage Concert

Sunday, October 11th - 4 to 5pm

Twisted Fish Gallery

The Twisted Fish Art Gallery, 10443 S. Bayshore Dr. in Elk Rapids announces our 1st Cottage Concert of 2026 featuring. . .

Carol Kappus, Master of the Celtic Lever Harp, Playing traditional music from Scotland and Ireland & Popular music from across the Globe

Tickets are $30/ person. Seating is limited to 50 guests and audience members are encouraged to reserve tickets early by contacting the Twisted Fish while tickets last.

Gallery Phone: (231) 264-0123

Gallery Email: contact@twistedfishgallery.com

Silly Sister’s Pottery

Autumn 2026 Classes

Summer’s over, the boat is mostly put away, Pottery art show season is mostly finished, and it’s time to start Pottery Classes again! The Autumn round of Pottery Classes (Round 21.0) for October-November 2026 will begin on October 12. Classes are geared BOTH toward beginner potters, as well as continuing potters. Instruction and demos are aimed toward multiple levels of ability, and there are plenty of challenges to go around for all! And just a reminder: the classes are instruction in throwing pottery on a wheel – handbuilding instruction is only incidental. 

Click here for class info & Registration Form

Save the Date!

Hammered Dulcimer Guitar Concert at the United Methodist Church in Williamsburg

Save the Date!

Early bird tickets are officially live for A Starry Starry Night! Grab yours now before prices go up and join us for a magical evening supporting Hertha.

Date & Time: Saturday, December 5th, 2026 Doors open at 6:00 PM

Location: Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall

The Vibe: Semi-formal attire is welcome and encouraged

The Night: Dinner, craft cocktails, a silent auction, music, and dancing.