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NORTHERN MICHIGAN CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
Leelanau Sands Casino offers the perfect venue for concerts and events in Leelanau County.
The Leelanau Sands Showroom is your place for live music, with an exciting schedule of national touring acts. The 1,000-seat Showroom has hosted incredible acts, ranging from the mind-bending magic of Criss Angel to the rock-and-roll thrill of Daughtry.
Throughout the casino, you’ll find other live performers on weekend nights, including sing-a-long cover artists. Whether you want to dance, watch a show with a drink in hand, or just have some theme music for your night of fun, Leelanau Sands Casino has your entertainment needs covered.
Cherry Festival: Kchi Wiikwedong Anishinaabek PowWow
Cherry Festival: Kchi Wiikwedong Anishinaabek PowWow
Join us for the 33rd Annual Kchi Wiikwedong Anishinaabek PowWow and Event Tent on July 7, 2026, at the Bayside Music Stage! Presented by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, this powerful day celebrates Anishinaabe culture through traditional dance, drumming, singing, and meaningful community connection. This family-friendly gathering welcomes people of all nations, uplifts future generations through the unique Wiigwaasmin royalty pageant, and supports local indigenous artisans and food vendors. Whether it is your first powwow or a lifelong tradition, come experience a memorable day of unity, hospitality, and cultural pride.