A Month Full of Mountain Fun

Get ready for a mountain of fun this May at Crystal Mountain. From discounts on pampering spa treatments to thrilling new summer activities, there's something for everyone. Celebrate mom, indulge in Crystal Spa Days, and kick off summer with a bang at the 17th annual Michigan Beer and Brat Festival over Memorial Day Weekend. Keep reading for a sneak peek at the exciting new summer activities debuting this year, including a dual alpine slide, bungee trampoline, and private cabanas at the Park at Water’s Edge!

Mother's Day Weekend: May 10-12
Treat the special lady in your life to a Mother's Day weekend getaway at Crystal Mountain. Book a massage, facial or body treatment at Crystal Spa and mom will enjoy a complimentary mimosa with her service. Plus, if you purchase a Crystal Spa gift card at $150 or more, you’ll have the chance to win a luxurious spa basket valued at more than $400. For the active mom, save up to 30% on a round of golf, 50% off bike rentals, take a hike through Michigan Legacy Art Park, book an archery session, or participate in the North Mitten Half Marathon, 10k or 5k . And who doesn’t love a good Sunday brunch? Make a reservation for Mother’s Day Brunch at the Wild Tomato . The special menu offerings include a chef’s-made omelet station, Belgian waffles, breakfast quiche, blackened snapper and gulf shrimp, herb-roasted top round of beef, and more (yes, a delicious dessert station.)

Crystal Spa Days: April 5 - May 31:
Unwind and recharge at the award-winning, LEED-certified Crystal Spa. During Crystal Spa Days, April 5th-May 31st, you can indulge in luxurious spa treatments at an exceptional value. Imagine a rejuvenating facial, a relaxing massage, or a pampering body treatment – up to $50 off Monday through Thursday, and up to $30 off Friday through Sunday. Even nail services are included in the discount, offering $10 off manicures and pedicures Monday through Thursday. Plus, you’ll enjoy time to relax in the infrared sauna, eucalyptus steam room, relaxation lounge and outdoor hot tub. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to melt away stress at one of the best spas in the country.

Memorial Day Weekend: May 24 - 27
Make a splash out of your Memorial Day Weekend at Crystal Mountain. This family-friendly resort offers a variety of activities to keep everyone entertained, from thrilling adventures to relaxing poolside escapes.

• Bounce as high as the sky on the new Crystal Bungee Trampoline!
• Get creative with family crafts or explore Michigan Legacy Art Park.
• Challenge yourselves to a game of tennis or pickleball or tee off on one of Crystal Mountain's championship golf courses.
• Enjoy some quality time together at the outdoor pool and water playground (perhaps rent your own private poolside cabana) or relax with a rejuvenating treatment at the Crystal Spa.
• Hit the scenic trails for a hike or bike ride on property or venture off to experience nearby attractions such as Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, downtown Frankfort, or the wineries of Traverse City.

Additional weekend activities: Archery, Edge Adventure Course and Zipline, Outdoor Laser Tag, Vertical Edge Climbing Wall, scavenger hunts, bonfires and shopping. There's something for everyone at Crystal Mountain this Memorial Day Weekend. Be sure to check out the golf specials, hot lodging dates and more.

Michigan Beer & Brat Festival: May 25
Calling all Michigan craft beverage lovers! Get ready to raise a glass to the unofficial start of summer at the 17th annual Michigan Beer and Brat Festival at Crystal Mountain. This year's festival boasts over two dozen Michigan-based vendors, including some familiar favorites you're sure to love. Craft beer connoisseurs will cheers to the return of iconic breweries like Founders, Bells, and Stormcloud, but look forward to trying something new as the festival welcomes Broad Leaf Brewery and Three Bridges Taproom for the first time. And let's not forget about the brats! Crystal Mountain promises a selection of gourmet brats from local meat markets that are anything but ordinary. (We've even heard rumors of a new mac n cheese brat making its debut on the menu – a true match made in foodie heaven.)

General Admission includes an 8oz commemorative beer glass and 10 food and beverage tickets, while the VIP experience offers an exclusive voucher for a Brewer's Special Reserve beer, 20 food and beverage tickets, and early access to the festival which means an extra hour with The Drew Hale Band, choice of seating, and shorter lines from 3pm-4pm. Lastly, whether you stay the night at Crystal Mountain in one of the many lodging options or get a ride, take the safest route and leave your vehicle parked at Crystal with no repercussions.

Summer Sneak Peek
As promised, a sneak peak at what’s happening this summer at Crystal Mountain. According to the calendar, the first day of summer is June 20, but clearly the summer fun at Crystal Mountain begins much sooner. Not only are we kicking off the activities early, but we’re offering some new and exciting attractions including the Crystal Bungee Trampoline , Crystal Coaster DUAL Alpine Slide , more poolside cabanas, and a new fleet of high-tech golf carts!

• Crystal Bungee Trampoline (Ages 6+): Up to four people will be strapped in individually to bounce high into the sky and practice your acrobatics.
• Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide (Ages 3+): After riding the Loki Quad chairlift to the top of the mountain, you’ll hop on a specially designed alpine slide sled to cruise down one of TWO 1,600-foot curved tracks. You control your speed through dips, tunnels and high-banked turns.
• Private Cabana Rental : Enjoy a private, shaded cabana with seating for six guests. Includes two loungers and four decks chairs, table & outdoor rug.
• GPS Golf Carts : They’ve been referred to as the Tesla of golf carts. Crystal’s new GPS golf carts from Club Car feature interactive touchscreens which give an overview display of each hole, dynamic distances to the pins, an electronic scorecard, and real-time messaging to and from the club house.

Not to mention, there are a slew of summer events happening at Crystal Mountain, including live music, Bike Benzie Tour , Total Archery Challenge , Michigan PGA Women’s Open Tournament , Independence Day Celebration and Crystal Mountain Scholarship Invitational .