Tip-Up Town USA
- Dates
- Jan 23 to 30, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Houghton Lake
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 12, 2026
Tip-Up Town USA returns to Houghton Lake, MI, Jan 23 to 30, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Tip-Up Town USA celebrates 77 years of family fun on the ice at Houghton Lake, Michigan, on January 23, 24 and 30, 2027. Kids Day on Sunday, January 24 gives children in grade 6 and under from Roscommon County schools free access to the festival's carnival, games and activities, and Saturday, January 30 brings the Polar Bear Dip, with awards for the best belly flop, best cannonball and best dressed dipper, and the Tip-Pup Town Dog Show at 2 PM, with a dog pie eating contest. A Mayor and Marshal are elected by audience vote at the kick-off on January 9. In 2026 the festival ran an ice fishing contest on Houghton Lake over both weekends, with a kids only contest the second weekend.
When it runs
Runs over two January weekends: Saturday and Sunday, January 23 and 24, and Saturday, January 30, 2027.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Tip-Up Town USA on Spotify.
Lineup
No full lineup announced yet. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
Nearest airport TVC.
How do I get to Tip-Up Town USA?
By car
Most people drive to Tip-Up Town USA. The nearest major airport is TVC, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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Where
Map shows the center of Houghton Lake. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Houghton Lake
Camping & Accommodation
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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Quick answers
When is Tip-Up Town USA 2027?
Jan 23 to 30, 2027
Has the Tip-Up Town USA 2027 lineup been announced?
Not yet. The 2027 lineup has not been announced.
Where is Tip-Up Town USA held?
Houghton Lake, Houghton Lake, MI.