From Fishy Fun to Fine Dining, Movies to Home Makeovers, there’s lots to choose from this weekend!

Festival season kicks off in Kalkaska this weekend with the National Trout Festival. You can enjoy great dining deals in Gaylord, and a local movie at the Homestead. Runners can hit the trails at Timber Ridge Resort, and if you have a home improvement project in your future, find inspiration at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa!
 
National Trout Festival in Kalkaska, April 20^th-24^th
Events include a car show and carnival, flea market, e Grand Royale Parade, a pizza eating contest, and of course, plenty of fishy fun! Get the complete schedule of events at nationaltroutfestival.com
 
Gaylord Area Restaurant Week, Through Sunday, April 24^th
It’s a fine time to dine in downtown Gaylord, as area restaurants are cooking up their best dishes, and even special menus at great prices! Find participating establishments at gaylordchamber.com/restaurant-week
 
Water, Sand and Sky film premiere at the Homestead, Friday, April 22^nd, starting at 6pm
The kid friendly, family showing will begin at 6pm & conclude with a sunset hike to the top of Bay Mountain overlooking the Sleeping Bear Lakeshore, where yard games will be available. The Main showing will begin at 9pm following the sunset hike. Free reservations can be made at mynorthtickets.com to reserve a spot.
 
TC Trail Running Festival, April 22^nd & 23^rd, Timber Ridge Resort
The festival begins with a two-person 10K relay and 5K on Friday evening, with the 10K, 25K, 50K and 100K individual races getting underway on Saturday morning. After your run, hang around for the post-race festivities including food trucks, music, lawn games and fire pits. Register here.
 
HBA Home Expo, Saturday, April 23rd & 24th,  Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Acme
Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area. Featuring exhibits of over 100 building contractors, remodelers, landscapers, financiers, & other businesses related to the region’s construction & remodeling industry. Learn more online at https://www.hbagta.com/