Fur traders will inhabit the island all three days. Folk music played on traditional instruments, voices raised in hearty harmony, and the rhythmic thud of cloggers mark the weekend. Hearty bean soup, freshly-popped black kettle caramel corn, hot dogs and brats, pizza, gyros and more soothe appetites sharpened by the cool air. The Historical Society Museum is open all three afternoons. There is also a craft show and bicycle color tour on Saturday.
Autumn is celebrated with pioneer demonstrations .
The smoky smells of blacksmithing and wood working mix with the crisp scents of freshly pressed cider. Weaving , basketry and more round out the festival. Children can cuddle bunnies and pet the sheep and llamas in the petting zoo , try a craft or even crank a corn sheller. Grand Ledge cloaks itself in finery so vivid and exciting in October that one would think there was a party.