Travel
Below you’ll find recommendations for getting to and staying in Glen Arbor.
Getting there
Glen Arbor, Michigan
Traveling by plane
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC): Glen Arbor is about 30 miles through farm stands and vineyards from Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) in Traverse City, the closest airport. During the summer, direct flights are available from many cities including Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, New York (LaGuardia and Newark), Philadelphia, St. Pete-Clearwater, Washington, DC, and more.
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): Grand Rapids’ Gerald R. Ford International Airport is about a 2hr 45min drive from Glen Arbor and can provide more affordable or flexible flight schedules. Grand Rapids is also a great afternoon stop for lunch.
Even if you fly, we recommend renting a car so you can fully explore the Leelanau Peninsula and all the area has to offer.
Staying there
We recommend staying in a rental home in Glen Arbor. We’ve compiled a curated list of options close to the week’s festivities here. If you have trouble booking, please let us know if we can be helpful.
If you prefer, nearby hotels are also available. Please note, we do not have a room block with these hotels.
Below you’ll find some of our favorite places to eat, drink, and explore in and around Glen Arbor.
Eat
Supper at The Mill in Glen Arbor
Hot dogs from Anderson’s parking lot (trust us)
Modern Bird in Traverse City
Farm Club in Traverse City
Drink
Art’s Tavern in Glen Arbor
The Coin Slot in Traverse City
Chateau Chantal and other wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
Explore
On the Narrows Marina boat rentals on Glen Lake
Glen Haven historic village