The best bars & nightlife in Upper Peninsula

4 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Ore Dock Brewing Co.

Nightlife

Ore Dock Brewing Co. keeps Marquette hydrated with U.P.-born, Lake Superior-raised beers, from Berserker to Bum’s Beach, plus live tunes…

114 W Spring St (Marquette) · ✓ checked Jul 30

“Ore Dock Brewing Co. -born, Lake Superior-raised beers, from Berserker to Bum’s Beach, plus live tunes and even line dance lessons popping up on the calendar this week. Swing by for a pint with neighbors and let the What's On Tap board decide your evening.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Shutes 1890 Saloon

Nightlife

Built in 1890 and once an Italian club, Shutes 1890 Saloon is the kind of laid-back local where the stories flow as easily as the pours.…

322 6th St (Calumet) · ✓ checked Jul 27

“Built in 1890 and once an Italian club, Shutes 1890 Saloon is the kind of laid-back local where the stories flow as easily as the pours. Swing by for classic saloon charm, simple drinks that hit right, and the comfortable feeling of being exactly where you should be.”

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Blackrocks Brewery

Nightlife

Mellow microbrewery with a taproom offering craft beer, live music, outdoor seating & more.

424 N 3rd St (Marquette)

“Mellow microbrewery with a taproom offering craft beer, live music, outdoor seating & more.”

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Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort

Nightlife

Numerous slopes for all abilities, chair lifts & rentals, plus a terrain park & restaurants.

11375 Powderhorn Rd (Bessemer)

“Numerous slopes for all abilities, chair lifts & rentals, plus a terrain park & restaurants.”

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