America’s 250th Celebration in Traverse City

This summer, Delamar Traverse City is your premier destination for a truly historic celebration. As we mark America’s 250th birthday and the 100th anniversary of the National Cherry Festival, we invite you to honor a legacy deeply intertwined with the American landscape. From its origins as a quiet Great Lakes outpost, Traverse City has blossomed into a vibrant retreat whose natural beauty still reflects its rich past. Join us on the lakeside to experience this heritage firsthand. Whether you are savoring a curated picnic or enjoying VIP views of the holiday airshow, immerse yourself in classic Americana elevated by our signature hospitality.

Experiences

All-American Picnic

Celebrate one of summer’s simplest pleasures with our All-American Picnic Package, created for easy summer days and Northern Michigan adventures. The package includes overnight accommodations, a picnic basket filled with chef-curated favorites from the Artisan culinary team, a locally inspired guide to favorite seasonal spots, and a keepsake basket to take home. Perfect for lakeside views, vineyard visits, and summer moments worth savoring. This can be either booked as a package or an add-on experience to your stay.

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Stars, Stripes & Cherry Skies – A VIP Experience

Celebrate America’s 250th & the Cherry Festival’s 100th with VIP airshow views, an elevated buffet, and waterfront seating.

Celebrate two iconic American milestones from the best seats in Traverse City. Join us on July 4th or 5th for Stars, Stripes & Cherry Skies, an elevated VIP airshow experience honoring the National Cherry Festival’s 100th Anniversary and America’s 250th birthday.

Set along the waterfront lawn and terrace at Delamar Traverse City, guests will enjoy front-row views of the airshow alongside an indulgent all-American buffet curated by our culinary team. From lobster rolls and Wagyu smash burgers to Michigan sweet corn, cherry-inspired desserts, and festive summer favorites, the afternoon blends nostalgic Americana with the elevated hospitality of Delamar.

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