Fox 17 10/12/24

 

RedWater- Oktoberfest- through October 31st

  • Nothing says Oktoberfest like a warm and hearty meal and a great big stein of frosty beer. And the best part? Those jumbo Bavarian pretzels smothered in gooey beer cheese and candied jalapeno mustard are waiting for you all month long -  at all of the Redwater Restaurant group's wonderful dining establishments. Oktoberfest has begun! So stop into the RedRock Grille, Cork Wine & Grille, The Butler in Saugatuck, Gravity Taphouse, Firerock Grille, or Rush Creek Bistro.  You can also visit Holland’s Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant or Muskegon’s Lake Bluff Grille for amazing food, service, and views. Most people can’t decide between the Pork Schnitzel with Applewood Bacon, Spaetzle, the Bratwurst patties with smoked bacon, or the red cabbage and smoked gouda on warm pretzel sliders. Oh, what the heck - order them both - Oktoberfest only comes around once a year!

 

Crystal Mountain Spa - through November 17th 

  • You don’t have to jump on a plane to find the ultimate relaxing spa experience because an 18,500-square-foot elegant retreat lies waiting for you right in the heart of beautiful Northern Michigan. The Crystal Spa at Crystal Mountain is hosting its Crystal Spa days now through November 17th, and the sooner you book your ultimate rejuvenating experience, the more choices you will have from their amazing menu of luxurious experiences. It’s the perfect gift for yourself or a couple, and they even offer soothing oncology treatments for mothers-to-be.  And right now, select services, such as facials, massages, and body treatments, are up to $40.00 off, depending on the day of the week you chose. After you’ve been pampered and revitalized, enjoy the eucalyptus-infused steam room, infrared sauna, co-ed hot tub, indoor pool, or the tranquility of the relaxation lounge while the stresses of the day fall away.  Crystal also has E-gift cards, so this would make the ultimate gift for anybody.

 

Shanty Creek Resort Fall Chair Lift Rides, sponsored by Short’s Brewing Company- October 12, 13 and 19

  • Beautiful Bellaire is home to Schuss Mountain and the incredible Shanty Creek Resort.  And what better way to view spectacular Michigan Color than with a 360-degree view while quietly floating through the hills atop their blue chairlift?  This roundtrip ride for $8.00 will have you admiring Antrim County’s spectacular color show with a unique perspective, and after marveling at the scenery, be sure to stop into the lodge and marvel some more.  Only this time, it will be Short’s Brewing Company’s Pure Michigan Fall IPA.  This special brew made in partnership with Pure Michigan is made with ingredients grown only in Michigan, and as the fourth largest craft beer producer in the State of Michigan, you can see what all the fuss is about. With over 275 different types of lodging accommodations for all types of families and budgets, Shanty Creek is a great place to stay and enjoy the splendors of fall!

 

Castle Farms- Eerie Excursion- October 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. 

  • Castle Farms is a historic landmark in Charlevoix steeped in over 100 years of rich history. This is a magnificent historic estate with secrets waiting to be uncovered, and you’ll have one chance - on October 21st to immerse yourself in their EERIE Excursion where you delve into this property's history, mystery, and supernatural legacy. Explore the opulent rooms and lush gardens that once played host to intriguing characters who’ve contributed to the eerie and unexplained paranormal phenomena and spine-chilling encounters experienced by staff and visitors alike. Maybe you too will be haunted by ghostly apparitions and unexplained noises echoing through the halls as you uncover the mysteries within the walls of Castle Farms. Tickets are $ 50 but hurry! - all the previous dates sold out quickly.