Welcome to GLEN

Great Lakes Event Network – Where Community Comes to Life

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Great Lakes Event Network

Great Lakes Event Network

Michigan’s Premier

Event & Vendor Community

Connecting creators, vendors, performers, and communities across
Michigan and the Great Lakes region.

Discover events, join markets, & grow your business
with a network built for you.

  • Bringing Michigan’s Events Together. The Great Lakes Event Network (GLEN) is a community driven organization dedicated to hosting, promoting, and supporting events across the Great Lakes region.

    From local craft shows and vendor markets to annual festivals, we create opportunities where small businesses thrive and communities connect.

    • Vendor friendly events across Michigan

    • Family focused festivals and markets

    • Opportunities for performers, artists, and creators

    • Transparent communication and community first values

  • Supporting a GLEN event puts your brand front and center in Michigan’s community scene. Connecting you with families, fans & hobbyists, small business owners, educators, local leaders, and community advocates. As an event sponsor, you directly support meaningful experiences that bring people together and strengthen regional ties and impact.

    Options include:

    • Individual event sponsorships

    • Youth program sponsorship

    • Year-round promotional partnerships

    • Sponsored areas (e.g., Kid Zones, Stages, VIP Areas)

  • We partner with nonprofits, cities, schools, and organizations to host community impact events such as:

    • Fundraisers & Resource Drives

    • Awareness Campaigns

    • Volunteer Events

    • Public Safety, Health, and Wellness Fairs

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Upcoming Events

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Vendor Opportunities Across Michigan

Are you a seasoned vendor? Maybe you’re just starting out.

GLEN offers accessible, well organized events with strong foot traffic and supportive staff.

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Events Across the Great Lakes Region

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Locations

Metro Detroit
Greater Lapeer Area
Port Huron - Blue Water Area
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Be Part of Something Bigger!

Our events are opportunities to connect, grow, and invest in what makes you unique. Vendors, small businesses, pop-up shops, and those just looking to share resources, there’s a place for you here.

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