Famous Soo Locks

SIDE DOCK SALES

The best day of sidewalk sales, South of the Locks! Join us for a fun filled day of shopping from Local Artists, Authors, Artisan Craftsman & Bakers, Pirate Ship Bounce House, Mini Putt Putt, and Live Entertainment!

Side Dock Sales

Side Dock Sales at Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

Side Dock Sales is your waterfront family-fun destination at Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours, beside Museum Ship Valley Camp! Check out over 30 local and regional artisans, authors, crafters, bakers and more! Plus, food trucks, live music, activities for kids, and entertainment or book a voyage on the Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours*.
 
Schedule:  9AM – 4PM

Vendors, Food Trucks, Pirate Ship Bounce House, Mini-Golf, H2O Water Fun Zone, Airbrush Face Painting & Tattoos, Snow Cones, Slushies

Entertainment/Music:
10:30 AM & 12:30 PM: CM Entertainment Performances by Chet Mitchell: entertainer extraordinaire featuring action-packed feats of balance, juggling stunts,
comedic storytelling.

11AM – NOON: Terry Talentino: Local singer/guitarist performing a variety of classic rock tunes and newer country

1PM – 3PM: Gary Hatch: Local singer/guitarist performing a variety of country, contemporary and rock tunes

3PM – 4PM: Parrot Head Power Hour: Shop to the tropical sounds and laid-back lifestyle and music of Jimmy Buffett and the Parrot Head culture with incorporated Dock Rock.

Food Trucks: (more to come)

El Zarape Express: Birria Tacos, Rice Bowls, Burritos & Quesadillas
Farendy Farms: Famous Pot Pies & more
G&H Concessions Study Break: Lemonade, Hand Shaken w/ varieties of flavors & Snow Cones: w/ varieties of flavors
JR’S Grill: Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Fresh Whitefish, Fries & more
Straight to the Roots: Açaí Bowls, Loaded Waffles, Yogurt Parfaits, Bagels & Coffee

Vendors:

  • OoH! Parties: Airbrush face painting & tattoos
  • Firebug Woodburning: Ship & wildlife wood burning art
  • Ashley Cranick: Bookmarks, keychains, bracelets, earrings & paintings
  • A Stitched Cat: Handmade makeup bags, wallets, stickers, magnets, keychains & buttons
  • Christina’s Craft Corners: 3D shadow boxes, bottle cap wall art, engravings, Christmas ornaments, small floating frames, candles & greeting cards
  • Roger LeLievre: Author, Know Your Ships
  • Damsel in Defense: Self-defense & safety tools
  • Twisting the Myths: Patricia Royal, author, knitted toys & hats, handmade magnets & jewelry
  • Betty’s Crafty Creations: Epoxy tumblers, DIY beadable items, keychains & epoxied art
  • DragonFly Bread Co: Sourdough breads, bagels & doughnuts
  • CLM Community Action: Non-Profit that provides resources to families in Chippewa-Luce & Mackinaw County to help in times of need. This includes childcare,
    weatherization, emergency services, food, & elder services
  • Yooper Girl’s Freeze-Dried Candy: Freeze dried candy
  • North Arrow ABA: ABA Therapy Austism services information
  • LG Photography: Local/Michigan photography, prints, postcards, stickers, keychains & framed prints
  • SunMoon Accessories & Twisted U.P Treasures: Wire wrapped jewelry, earrings & accessories
  • Sweets by Jo: Cookies, cupcakes, swiss rolls & macrame items
  • South Shore Designs: Laser etched art & more
  • Fleece Blankets by Dee: Fleece tie blankets, pillows & diamond art pictures
  • Holy Family/St. Kateri: Carroll’s Popcorn
  • Breads & Spreads: Sourdough loaves, crackers, jam, peanut butter & hazel bliss spreads
  • Rexton Family Crafts: Handcrafted bird houses & feeders
  • Northern Lites: Yard lites
  • Never Trust A Skinny Cook: Baked good – cookies, banana breads, caked, crocheted items
  • Sassy Chicks: Pens, keychains, shirts, koozies, tote bags, cups, bracelets, hair accessories & miscellaneous crafts
  • Beaded Butterfly/Linked UP: Permanent jewelry
  • Mary Rumbaugh & Alanna Wojnaroski: Gluten free cookies, dog treats, stuffed animals, dish scrubbies, wood burned items/signs
  • Hay Lake Yarns: Unique macrame wall hangings, coasters, key chains, towel holders, decor, plant hangers and more
  • Twisted Bliss Cinnamon Rolls: Varieties of handcrafted cinnamon rolls. Soft, gooey, and made for comfort
  • Yippie Hippies Creations: Aromatherapy, aromatherapy accessories, natural bath & body herbal products
  • Rustic Roots Mushrooms: Foraged mushrooms & cottage food dries mushroom mixes, Chaga tea, mushroom related art & craft products
  • Knit 1, Print 2, Deirde Stevens: Author, local history books
  • DRE Designs: Great Lakes Maritime Products: T-shirts, puzzles, mousepads, mugs, travel mugs, placemats, playing cards, notebooks, pillows & blankets featuring photos of Great Lakes Freighters
  • Loaves of Love: Quick breads, baked good varieties, hair bows for children
  • Jeanette White: Native American art & jewelry
  • Rae & Rose Co.: Boho items, purses, clothing, crystal nail files, foot soaks, macramé items, sling bags & totes
Additional vendor listings forthcoming

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