Traverse City News and Events

Welcome to Recess!


After work fun for grown-ups!

All Recess events are held 5pm-7pm with a $10 cover charge. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, beverages and incredible prizes. 

2025
September 3: K&A Hop Dogs
October 1: Nicolet Bank - State Street, TC
November 7 (FRIDAY!): Traverse City Curling Club
December 3: TC Phil - Recess of Giving!

Recess 2025 is brought to you by Grand Traverse County: A grand place to live, work and play.



Interested in hosting a Recess at your venue? Keep in mind you’ll need to have space to accommodate 120-150 Recess attendees. Hosts also cover food and drink for our attendees. If you’d like to learn more, contact us here.

Interested in donating a prize to be given away at an upcoming Recess? That privilege is reserved for our paid Ticker / Northern Express / Traverse City Business News advertisers. If you’re an advertiser and wish to donate something, contact us here.


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