READY TO ATTEND?
EVENT
REGISTRATION
Here's what to anticipate! Three unforgettable days and two nights packed with fun, learning, and connection—all set across three stunning venues in the heart of picturesque northern Michigan.
Check out what's happening each day and where!
The first 50 registrants will be entered for a drawing to win a Yeti Hard Cooler up to a $300 value.
(Winner must be present at the event on Day 2 when announced live; they also must be a contractor, dealer, designer or specifier in the landscape communities of Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, Indiana or Illinois to win. High Format team members and relatives are excluded from entering. This prize is not endorsed or sponsored by Yeti.)
PARTNERED HOTELS
EARLY BIRD ROOM RATES AVAILABLE!
Enjoy rates starting at $75 per night (double occupancy) with one of our two preferred downtown Charlevoix hotels.
Hotel room codes and details will be provided after registering for the event. Be sure to book early—these room rates are limited!
A boutique hotel rich in history, with modernized Mid-century flair; situated over Round Lake. Must be booked by September 30 for the discount and room block. Learn more.
Our special discounted rooms are all booked, but you can still reserve rooms at their regular rates
(plus taxes/fees)
Hotel Earl Exterior
Hotel Earl Room Option
Hotel Earl Exterior
AAA diamond rated hotel with standard and patio rooms, and also suite options; situated near the Charlevoix Harbor Channel. Learn more.
Discounted Rooms Starting at $75
(plus taxes/fees)
Weathervane Terrace Exterior
Lake Michigan Suite 1
Standard Room 1
Weathervane Terrace Exterior
OTHER LODGING OPTIONS
Prefer to find your own place? With Charlevoix being a Northern Michigan resort community, there are plenty of independent vacation rental homes and other lodging options available in the area. Here are a few additional ideas you could look into:
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Airbnb
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VRBO
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Charlevoix Inn & Suites
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Pointes North Inn
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AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix
GETTING AROUND
Make sure to coordinate your transportation to and from event venues each day. Local ride shares like Uber, Lyft, and taxis are very limited in the area, so don't leave it to chance. Please make sure to plan ahead—and drink responsibly. Carpooling with a trusted driver is a great option, and while we can't vouch for specific local public transportation options, here are some ideas we have found.
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Uber and Lyft (very limited, to potentially non-existent)
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Charlevoix Taxi Cab & Shuttle Service, Tel: 231-676-8250
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Oma’s Taxi & Airport Shuttle, Tel: 231-675-1575
HIGH FORMAT® Shuttle
We are excited to announce that HIGH FORMAT® we will be offering free shuttle services Day 1 and Day 2 of the event during specified times. The shuttle will have limited seating capacity and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. This service is not coordinated through the hotels, but offered by the HIGH FORMAT® team. Please be ready outside the venues for the designated pick-up times. For those staying at Weathervane Terrace, you will need to walk over to Hotel Earl for pick-up. Thank you!
Day 1 Schedule (Hotel Earl / Gypsy Distillery)
From Hotel Earl to Gypsy Distillery:
3:30 pm
4:15 pm
5:00 pm
5:45 pm
From Gypsy Distillery to Hotel Earl:
6:15 pm
7:00 pm
7:45 pm
8:15 pm
Day 2 Schedule (Hotel Earl / Castle Farms)
From Hotel Earl to Castle Farms
7:45 am
8:15 am
8:45 am
9:15 am
Castle Farms to Hotel Earl:
7:00 pm
7:30 pm
8:00 pm
8:30 pm
9:00 pm