2018 Charlevoix Summer Open House

WELCOME BACK SUMMER MERCHANT OPEN HOUSE

Charlevoix merchants are celebrating the arrival of the summer season with the 7th Annual Summer Open House taking place downtown Charlevoix on Thursday, June 14th from 4:00 to 8:00pm. Participating shops and restaurants will extend a warm welcome to all by offering sales, giveaways, specials, snacks, activities, refreshments and more!

Come see what's new!  Merchants invite you to check out their new, summer merchandise and the many fantastic brands and services they have available. Check out the exciting selection of Antiques, Art, Bicycles, Books, Clothing, Gifts, Home Accents, Jewelry, Paddle Boards, Purses, Shoes, Specialty Foods, Sunglasses, Toys, Wine, and so much more! 

Stroll the streets and enjoy musical entertainment downtown on the sidewalks from 6:00 to 8:00pm, including a special performance by Charlie's Root Fusion and solo performances by Dwain Martin, Blair Miller, Emily Chapdelaine, and Paul Gelderblom.  During this time, Twister Joe - Northern Michigan's Favorite Balloon Artist will be onsite to entertain the kids with fun and original balloon creations.

You won't want to miss the Charlevoix Summer Open House, an evening of great shopping, dining, and entertainment for the entire family!  See for a list of participating stores and restaurants.
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STREET SIDE MUSICIANS

The event will also feature street side musical performances between 6 and 8pm.  Performing artists include:

• CHARLIE'S ROOT FUSION
• DWAIN MARTIN A. & JESSICA DOMINIC
• EMILY CHAPDELAINE
• ​PAUL GELDERBLOM​
• BLAIR MILLER

PLUS, TWISTER JOE, NORTHERN MICHIGAN'S FAVORITE BALLOON ARTIST!

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DINING SPECIALS & RESTAURANT ACTIVITIES

BRIAN'S ICE CREAM EXPERIENCE: 20% off all purchases.

CELESTE MURDICK'S FUDGE: Hot-Fudge Soft-Serve Sunday for $1.

FRENCH QUARTER NEW ORLEANS BISTRO:
App: $12 - Smoked Fish Cakes w/ Bear Creek Farms Organic Greens and Remoulade Sauce
 
Entree: $25 - Andouille Crusted John Cross White Fish, Smoked Cheddar Grits and Collard Greens
 
Dessert: $9 - Banana Fosters Bread Pudding w/ Murdick's Vanilla Ice Cream

LAKE CHARLEVOIX BREWING COMPANY: NEW Summer LCBC Food Menu is Here - Come enjoy the outdoor patio with the best view! Full summer of new brews - Come check them out! Also - We will have Live Entertainment from the Cabana Boys (Sean Bielby & Pat Ryan) starting at 6 PM outside on the Patio in the Beer Garden!

SCOVIE'S GOURMET: In House Food and Drink Specials. Scovie's Burger and a Beer Special for $10.

VILLAGER PUB: Drink Specials from 11am to 8pm.

STORE SPECIALS & MERCHANT ACTIVITIES

52 UP NORTH WEEKENDS: Refreshments will be served with in store gift with purchases, special sales and drawings.

AMERICAN SPOON: Recipe Tasting - Maple Granola Parfaits.

BLOOM FLORAL DESIGN: Celebrate the summer season with us and stop in for complimentary cocktails and seasonal snacks. Enter our drawing for a weekly summer flower bouquet. 

CENTRAL DRUG STORE: BOGO Free Greeting Cards, 10% Off Michigan Inspired Jewelry from Stone Armory, 10% Off Coyer Soy-Based Candle Jars.

CHARLEVOIX COURIER: Offering fun activities and give-a-ways inside the Wellness Workshop.

CHARLEVOIX WEAR: Snacks and Drinks. Various in-store items on sale. 

ELEMENTS: Featuring Gift Certificate Drawings, Appetizers and Refreshments as well as 25% off on spring and summer clothing and selected jewelry!

GA GA FOR KIDS: Chance to win a prize (with purchase) and refreshments.

GLIKS: 20% off 1 item $60 or less with the exclusion of Alex and Ani and Yeti.

GREY: Sip & Shop with Free People! Come in for our branded Free People event featuring top styles for the season and a gift with purchase!

J. PHILLIPS: Raffle for $50 Gift Card. Serving Homemade Desserts and Raspberry Lemonade.

MUNSON HEALTHCARE CHARLEVOIX WELLNESS WORKSHOP: Free Blood Pressures by a Registered Nurse, Kid's Quiz Wheel with jump rope, beach ball and frisbee giveaways. Coupon giveaways for free Wellness Wednesday biometric health screening for the adults, healthy plant-based food samples and infused water.

NORTHBOUND: Jack Rogers Sandals are the Sandals of Summer! Come sip Chateau Lake Charlevoix Wine while checking out our great selection. All sandals are 20% off. Free gift with purchase on all purchases!

PANACHE HAIR STUDIO: Appointments booked during the Open House will receive 20% off at the time of service.

REVOLUTION BIKE: Hot Summer Deals, Bike Demos, Adult & Kid Beverages and Snacks!

THE CLOTHING COMPANY: Gift with every purchase of $75 or more. Summertime snacks and refreshments served. Sign up for our email blast and enter to win a Vera Bradley Cooler. Receive $10 off your $50 purchase just for stopping in.

THE LAKE HOUSE: Food and Libations. Drawings for Yeti Ramblers. Free Gift with every purchase of $50 or more. Open until 10PM.

THE ROCKING HORSE TOY CO.: Serving Refreshments.

THE TAFFY BARREL: Buy a pound of taffy, get half of a pound for free.

​* This list will be updated daily, so check back often for more information *

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JOIN US as we kick off the summer season at the Welcome Back Summer Charlevoix Open House - an evening of great shopping, dining and entertainment in downtown Charlevoix!