The Great New Year’s Eve Turtle Drop, Mackinac Island
December 31, 2025 @ 11:30 pm - January 1, 2026 @ 1:00 am
The Great New Year’s Eve Turtle Drop, Dec. 31st, Mackinac Island
The event begins at 11:50 pm. From atop the Lilac Tree Hotel, the turtle will descend leading up to midnight, and just as the clock strikes 12, the 70-pound fiberglass turtle will have made its way down to the bottom.
Welcome to a unique New Year’s Eve celebration on Mackinac Island!
This event is a beloved part of Mackinac Island’s New Year’s Eve festivities, offering a fun and memorable way to ring in the New Year. So, if you’re looking for a different kind of New Year’s celebration, head to Mackinac Island for the Great Turtle Drop!
