Famous Soo Locks

SIDEDOCK 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!

SideDock Sales

SideDock 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.

NOON: Fire Truck Pulls presented by: Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympic Athletes. Spectate this energic display of strength, community spirit—and a little friendly competition.

11AM- NOON: 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.

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

3PM – 4PM: Music Mixtape: End of day music mixtape

Food Trucks: (more to come)
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
Additional vendor listings forthcoming
 

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