Attractions

CITY OPERA HOUSE

Constructed in 1891, the City Opera House hosts exhibits, performance events, receptions, meetings and walk-in admirers. This historic landmark has recently been renovated and expanded to include a grand street-level lobby. See the beautiful City Opera House in a video here. Also learn more at the City Opera House website.

STATE THEATRE & BIJOU BY THE BAY

The award winning State Theatre and the newly renovated and stunning Bijou by the Bay, operated by the Traverse City Film Festival, offers films day and night. Learn more at the State Theatre & Bijou by the Bay website.

OLD TOWN PLAYHOUSE

Bringing quality theatre to Downtown Traverse City since 1960.

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Learn more at the Old Town Playhouse website.

CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER

This always innovative and always changing art gallery brings fantastic and mesmerizing classes and pieces right to the heart of Downtown Traverse City. To learn more about their current exhibits and events, check out the Crooked Tree Arts Center website.

VISITOR RESOURCES

Three convenient visitor and information centers are located minutes from each other. The Visitor Center is operated by Traverse City Tourism and is open to answer questions, make reservations, or offer guidance. 

The Traverse Area Chamber of Commerce promotes economic development hub for the region, providing research, data and information. 

The Downtown Office (our office) is located at 303 E. State Street. From information on retailing opportunities and parking, to a list of stores or events, the Downtown office is a one-stop information source for downtown.

TRAVERSE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The Traverse Symphony Orchestra is northern Michigan’s leading regional performing arts ensemble. It is a professional, part-time orchestra with a core base of quality musicians from throughout the area. Many hold music-related positions as faculty and staff members of nearby Interlochen Center for the Arts & regional school districts.

NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL

The National Cherry Festival celebrates all things cherry during this one week festival in July. Learn more at the National Cherry Festival website.

UPNORTH
PRIDE

Traverse City is proud to be an inclusive community. UpNorth Pride celebrates Pride Month in June with a week full of Pride celebrations in Downtown Traverse City. The week is capped off with the Visibility March, the largest in the State of Michigan.

NIGHT
LIFE

Downtown Traverse City has long been the hub of entertainment for the region and remains the place to be and be seen when it comes to nightlife. After dining at one our amazing restaurants, check out a movie at the State Theatre, a performance at the City Opera House or a play at the Old Town Playhouse. Experience a variety of hotspots for all ages in Downtown TC!

OPT
OUTSIDE

Downtown Traverse City is the city center for shopping and entertainment, but the outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy as a a playground as well. See more of the outdoor offerings here.

MYNORTH
TICKETS

A one stop shop for purchasing tickets for performing arts venues. Browse the MyNorth Tickets link to see what is taking place in the Grand Traverse Region.