Cottage & Lakefront Living Show - Detroit

February 19-22, 2026

Features & Attractions

The following information is from the 2025 Show.
The 2026 Show information will be available soon.

Cottage Art Show

Meet the artists and see their metal and wood art, one of a kind hand crafted tiles, photography, chainsaw carvings, and many unique furnishings. You can even have a one of a kind piece created by the artist.
CJW Woodworks Dragonfly Clayworks Great Lakes Iron Art
Lee's Wood Artistry Sporck Tileart Sweet Northern Sass
The Cozy Mitten Unique Ideas XTREMETALS

Lakefront Marketplace

Decorative accessories, gourmet foods, cottage décor, handcrafted items, along with Michigan-themed merchandise will be available for purchase in a “Cash and Carry” style at the Lakefront Marketplace.
A Spice Above Dips Carved Lake Art Casoe Inc.
Farm Country Cheese House Girl Scouts Troop 77069 Love Travels Imports
One Time Hair Flips Pampered Chef PetPawps Treats
Poppa's Hot Sauce R Town Snacks Scentsy
True Honey Teas

The Beach

Youngsters of all ages are invited to put their toes in the sand for the first time this season and build a sand castle at The Beach, the show's giant sandbox! *Sand provided by SMP Contracting LLC.

Pickleball

Come grab a paddle and try your hand at pickle at the full sized court at the back of the hall provided by Purchase Green of West Michigan.

Yard Party

Take a moment to relax at the Yard Party!  Grab a drink and play a round of Blast Corn Hole, Giant Jenga, or just grab a seat and enjoy the atmosphere.

Water & Woods Photo Contest

Vote on the Top Ten submissions for the Water & Woods Photo Contest* and your vote will enter you to win a 10" Beach Resin Trivet from Sweet Northern Sass. The photo contest winner will receive a Custom Patio Bench from Custom Joinery and Woodworking!

*Photo submissions have closed for this year.  Subscribe to our email list on our home page or follow us on social media to be notified when next year's contest opens!

For Sale / Rent Board

Looking for a cottage to rent for a couple weeks?  Or perhaps one to buy?  Check out the board at the Show! If you are looking to sell or rent your lakefront property, Click Here for instructions and to fill out the submission form!

Outdoorama – Trout Pond

Cross-admission to Outdoorama is included with your ticket to the Cottage Show! Head on over to check out their Trout Pond! Operated by Michigan B.A.S.S. as a fundraiser, you and your kids are invited to come and try your hand at one of the State’s best indoor ponds for live rainbow trout. Even if you come just to watch, you will see the highest catch percentage of any trout pond you have ever seen. It only costs $5 to give it a try.

Outdoorama – JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show

Cross-admission to Outdoorama is included with your ticket to the Cottage Show! Watch a non-stop, action packed canine thrill show that showcases amazing dogs and their handlers! See an exciting head-to-head competition that will showcase a number of energetic sporting elements such as Speed Agility, Weave Pole Racing, Trick Frisbee, Dock Diving and plenty of novel pet tricks. Most of the performing dogs have been rescued from various shelters throughout the country. Fun for all ages, this show is a must-see while you’re at Outdoorama!