May 26-28, 2012

The longest running free Memorial Day historical program in U.S. takes places for the 49th year in Mackinaw City: the Fort Michilimackinac Historical Reenactment Pageant. More than 400 cast members taking 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 1760s. A highlight of the weekend is the Memorial Day period through the streets of Mackinaw City that includes more than 100 band, acts, and floats.

Saturday, May 26
9am, Fort Michilimackinac opens and the Knife & Hawk throw, high school
1pm, Grand Parade
3pm, 18th Century fashion show, fort parade grounds
3:30pm, Reenactment at Fort Michilimackinac

Sunday, May 27
10:30am, Voyageurs children's game, high school
2pm, 18th Century Mackinac Fashion Show, fort parade grounds
2:30pm, Reenactment at Fort Michilimackinac
4pm, Voyageurs hoop/cannon ball roll, high school
7pm, Voyageurs frying pan toss, high school
8pm, Voyageurs awards, high school
10pm, paddle dance, high school
dusk, fireworks display, waterfront

Monday, May 28
9am, Fort Michilimackinac opens
10am, Memorial Day service, Marina Park
2pm, 18th Century Mackinac Fashion Show, fort parade grounds
2:30pm, Reenactment at Fort Michilimackinac

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