Orchard Trail 2026 is here! Grab your cross country skis, grab your snowshoes, and grab your friends!
->Trek between King Orchards and Cellar 1914. Refuel with snacks and beverages at each location.
->This trail is free to use, but purchase from Cellar 1914 and King Orchards is encouraged.
-> Dog and kid friendly
-> The trail will be open as long as there’s snow left on the ground!
The Frostbite Trail returns this winter with a delicious tasting journey through Antrim and Charlevoix Counties! Enjoy curated small bites paired with a 2oz wine pour, cider or beer tasting, or a sample cocktail.
This pay-as-you-go event runs 10am–4pm on select Saturdays—no tickets needed.
2026 Dates & Themes:
• Mar 7: Sweet & Spicy
• Apr 11: Street Food
Bundle up, explore, and savor the season!
Join Lee Ann of Wild Daisy Creative for a hands-on cold process soap-making workshop! Learn how to craft your own gentle, natural bar soap from scratch and take home approximately 8 bars, a reusable soap mold, and a printed recipe card to recreate your batch at home.
All supplies and safety gear are included. Please bring an old towel and a baking sheet to transport your soap.
Choose from six scent options: Lavender · Citrus Energy Blend · Rose Gold · Warm Vanilla Sugar · Driftwood & Amber · Shave & a Haircut.
Perfect for beginners and anyone interested in natural skincare. Class fee is $45.
Registration required: https://square.link/u/iptKOkpY
Allergen Alert: Contains coconut oil.
Enjoy a complimentary beverage during class — hard cider, mimosas, and non-alcoholic options available.
The Frostbite Trail returns this winter with a delicious tasting journey through Antrim and Charlevoix Counties! Enjoy curated small bites paired with a 2oz wine pour, cider or beer tasting, or a sample cocktail.
No entry fee. Pairings cost $12 at every venue.
King Orchards Street Food Pairing: Smoked brisket and refried black bean tostado with Montmorency cherry salsa paired with apricot hard cider
Learn the art of fruit tree pruning with expert grower Jack King at King Orchards. This hands-on workshop includes one hour of live pruning instruction followed by a Q&A session. Perfect for gardeners and orchard enthusiasts looking to build practical skills. Dress for the weather and meet at the M-88 Market—tools provided.
Create a meaningful gift at our Mother’s Day Suncatcher Workshop. Design a custom UV resin suncatcher with pressed flowers at King Orchards. Limited spots available!
A solutions-focused workshop at King Orchards bringing together food rescue leaders, farms, nonprofits, and policymakers to address barriers to food donation in Northern Michigan. Participants will collaborate on practical strategies to improve surplus food recovery, strengthen regional partnerships, and advance Michigan’s goal of doubling food donation by 2030.
M88 Outdoor Market Sale After Party – June 20 in Central Lake The M88 Outdoor Market Sale After Party is here, and you're officially invited. Make us your last stop on Saturday, June 20 at M88 Home Farm in Central Lake, Michigan. We're throwing an afternoon celebration with live music, fresh food, community connection, and […]
Join Summer Sundays on the Farm on July 26 for delicious food from Chickpea Catering, live music by Eric Dane Jacqua One Man Band, scenic farm views, family-friendly activities, and a relaxing summer afternoon.
Summer Sundays on the Farm – Sunday, August 23 Enjoy Summer Sundays on the Farm This August Summer Sundays on the Farm returns on Sunday, August 23, with another afternoon of delicious food, live music, and relaxing farm experiences. Spend your Sunday surrounded by beautiful countryside views, fresh air, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes […]
The second weekend of Apple Days at King Orchards runs Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, at our farm in Central Lake, Michigan. A different orchard than a week ago Apples don't all ripen at once. Varieties come on through October, so the second weekend of Apple Days picks differently than the first. If […]
Apple Days at King Orchards is a two-weekend celebration of the apple harvest in Antrim County, Northern Michigan. The first weekend runs Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, from 9am-4pm, at our farm on M-88 in Central Lake. Just about every variety, all at once This is the one weekend of the year when […]