Hey TC,

Last weekend was one for the books. Mud, Sweat & Beers brought nearly 1,000 riders to Mt. Holiday (shout out to everyone who finished the muddy chute upright). The Fresh Coast Film Festival took over seven venues across town and absolutely delivered. The Sara Hardy Farmers Market opened for the season Saturday morning. And the Kentucky Derby party at Seven Hills had mint juleps flowing on the lawn while Jeff Linsell played live up the road at Chateau Grand Traverse. If you missed any of it, don't worry. That's what we're here for.

Here's what's coming this week.

🍷 Traverse City Uncorked | Now through May 10
This is the big one for wine lovers. Traverse City Uncorked is a 10-day celebration of the region's wine scene with a free digital passport, special tastings, and deals at wineries across both peninsulas. Check in at five or more wineries and pick up a pair of Uncorked socks at the Traverse City Tourism Welcome Center. Each day has a different theme: Flagship Friday, Sparkling Saturday, Rosé Sunday, and more. Over 30 wineries are participating with complimentary tastings and bottle discounts. Download the passport at traversecity.com/traverse-city-uncorked.

🏃 Traverse City Trail Running Festival | Friday–Saturday, May 8–9
If you run trails, this is your weekend. The TC Trail Running Festival takes over the Pere Marquette Forest with a 5K and 10K relay on Friday evening, then a full slate on Saturday: 10K, 25K, 50K, 75K, and 100K options through some of the best singletrack in Northern Michigan. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge. Post-race hangs with snacks, beverages, and fire pits. Register at the event website.

🍄 Mesick Mushroom Festival | May 8–10
Morel season is here and Mesick (45 minutes south of TC) goes all in every year. Flea market, arts and crafts, live music, carnival, parade, and a mushroom contest where the biggest morel takes home $300 cash. Free admission. This is one of those only-in-Northern-Michigan weekends. If you've never hunted morels, this is your excuse to start.

🏄 Sleeping Bear Surf: Rescue Training + Surf Swap | Saturday
The crew at Sleeping Bear Surf is teaming up with the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project for a Surf Rescue Training clinic at 10:30am at Empire Beach. Learn how to handle rip currents, assist other surfers, and stay safe in the Great Lakes. Then head back to the shop from 1-3pm for the Surf Swap. Bring your boards and gear to sell or trade, skateboards to shred, and suits to keep you cozy. If you've been sitting on equipment you don't use, this is how you pass it on to someone who will. More on their IG.

🌿 Ramp Harvest with Farmer Glenn + Bites from Umbo | Saturday
This is one of those only-in-Northern-Michigan events. Head to The Foxglove Farm on the Leelanau Peninsula to harvest ramps (the fleeting, garlicky spring wild leek that every chef in town goes nuts for) with farmer Glenn Barnes, then enjoy ramp-focused bites from the teams at Umbo and Foxglove Farm. $30 for adults, kids are free. If you've never foraged ramps, this is the perfect introduction with two of the best culinary minds in the region cooking what you just pulled out of the ground. Tickets on The Foxglove Farm's website.

🛒 Sara Hardy Farmers Market | Saturday, 7:30am–12pm
Week two. Show up early. The almond croissants go fast. Lot B at Cass & Grandview.

Seven Hills
Levi Britton | Friday, May 8th at 6:30pm
Blair Miller | Saturday, May 9th at 6pm

River Club
Chris Smith | Saturday, May 9th at 5pm - 8pm
Dave Martin | Sunday, May 10 (Mother’s Day) at 6pm - 9pm

Dune Bird Vineyard
Chris Skellenger | Thursday, May 7th at 3pm - 6pm
Billy & the Kid | Sunday, May 10th (Mother’s Day) at 3pm - 6pm

TART Trail: Fully rideable. 12 paved miles from TC to Acme along the bay. Your no-excuses option.

VASA Singletrack: Drying out nicely after Mud, Sweat & Beers weekend. Check Trailforks before you go. If you're leaving ruts, you're leaving too early.

Palmer Woods (Glen Arbor): The Leelanau Conservancy's newest trail system is open. 27 miles of flow-style mountain biking, 15 miles of hiking. Cell service is spotty. Download your maps before you roll in.

Book now. Seriously. These fill up.

🥂 Chateau Chantal Bubbly Brunch | 11:30am–1:30pm | $70 A four-course paired brunch featuring Potato Rösti with smoked salmon, Shakshuka, Chicken Forestière, and Cherry Tiramisu, all paired with their bubblies. Plus a tour and a take-home gift so Mom can recreate the experience. Views of both bays from the top of Old Mission. This is the move if you want to go big. (231) 223-4110 to reserve. Grab tickets here.

🍳 Black Star Farms Brunch | 9am–1:30pm | Suttons Bay Brunch at the elegant Inn at Black Star Farms with a buffet of sweet and savory dishes in a beautiful winery setting. Fifteen minutes from downtown TC. If Mom loves wine country, this is her morning.

🌅 Aerie at Grand Traverse Resort | 10am–3pm | $58 adults, $18 kids 5-12 Brunch with panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bay from the 16th floor. Kids 4 and under eat free. Plus, complimentary golf for all women on May 10, no restrictions. If she golfs, this is the play. Grab tickets here!

🏌️ River Club Glen Arbor | All weekend, May 9–11 They're going big for the queens of the weekend: $1 Bellinis and Classic Mimosas for Mom, free dinner for Mom, free golf for Mom, and movie nights under the stars with 13 Going on 30 and Freaky Friday. This is the fun one. Check it out.

🥞 Myrtle & Maude's Pancake Breakfast | 8am | Williamsburg Maude and Grandma Birdie will have the skillets hot. Coffee, OJ, pancakes, and sausage. No frills, all heart. Learn More.

💆 Spa Grand Traverse | Mother's Day Activities Celebrate mom with a Mother's Day tea party on Saturday, May 9 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. Vilah Bloom will offer their handbag and charm jewelry experience for a cost. Guests can choose from three special offers: a charm bracelet, a charm necklace, or a BagBar experience. There will also be arts and crafts for kids as well as fairy hair and nail polish changes. More Here.

💐 Mother's Day on the Farm with Moondance | $195
A morning on Moondance Flower Farm on Old Mission. Build a bouquet from farm-fresh flowers, get a mini family photo session with Kristina Sobel (five edited images included), and sip coffee from Right Bower Café while the kids run through the fields. No crowds, no cleanup. This will sell out. moondanceflowerfarm.com

Handpicked For You:

🍽️ Three Pigs Korean BBQ in the Warehouse District is still in soft-opening mode. Karaoke rooms in the back. Go before everyone else figures it out.

🍄 Morel season is here. If you've never hunted morels, find a friend who has and tag along. The woods south of TC toward Mesick and Cadillac are where the serious hunters go. Bring a mesh bag, watch your step, and don't tell anyone your spot.

🦪 Umbo watch. Sarah Welch and Cameron Rolka's oyster bar on East Front Street is the most anticipated restaurant opening of the year. Follow their pop-ups for a preview.

Diversions:

The best reads we came across this week. Not all local. All worth your time.

Peninsula Run Company is a founding sponsor of Hey TC.

See you on the Bay
Summer Shucking with Maddie Henson & her company, Top Shell Oyster Farm
Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard

Photo: @topshelloysterfarm

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