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Things to Do Near Dragonfly Inn




Historic downtown Howell is home to the Michigan BalloonFest Challenge, Melonfest, and Fantasy of lights Parade.
Be sure to visit the amazing Alley District for the perfect picture backdrop. Grab a fancy milkshake from M Street while you walk around. Pop in to Dragonfly Emporium (no relation) for some home decor goods. Roll into Finding Roots where they are inspired by nature. Grab lunch at the CRunchy Pickle or a fresh loaf of bread at Oh my Crumbs.
Farmer's Market is every Sunday 9am to 2pm May-October.
Our favorite local restaurants-
The Log Cabin.El Patron.Golden House.Aubrees.Firewood Grill.Clearys.Tomato Brothers.



Golf, Mini Golf or Simulators, there are plenty of options nearby.
Chemung Hills is right down the road.
https://www.chemunghills.com/
Trackman, Simulators, Range, 18-Hole Miniature Golf & Full service Bar sound fun, visit Tap-Ins.
https://tap-ins.com/

The charming city of Frankenmeuth is only 1 hour north. Visit Bronners, the worlds largest Christmas store and many great restaurants and shops.
Kensington Metropark offers 4,481 acres of wooded, hilly terrain surrounding beautiful Kent Lake and is home to an abundance of wildlife and waterfowl. Come enjoy a multitude of recreation opportunities throughout the year, from biking and boating to cross-country skiing and ice fishing. Take a swim at one of our beaches; get soaked at the Splash ‘n’ Blast; or just spend the day fishing, hiking or picnicking along the water. Take a tour aboard the Island Queen; hit the tees for a round of golf; or spin through a game of disc golf. In winter, enjoy a day flying down a sledding hill.


Mt. Brighton is a Vail Resorts property. Perfect for skiing and snowboarding.
Enjoy Ski Hill Grill, Bruhn's Bar or Ore Creek Mountain Grill.

Have a taste for fresh cider mill donuts, Spicer's Orchard market and winery is open year round.
Markillie Orchard is open seasonally in fall, but have amazing blueberry donuts.
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