Stars, Stripes & Cherry Skies - A VIP Experience

Celebrate two iconic American milestones from the best seats in Traverse City. Join us on July 4th and 5th for Stars, Stripes & Cherry Skies, an elevated VIP airshow experience honoring the National Cherry Festival’s 100th Anniversary and America’s 250th birthday.

Set along the waterfront lawn and terrace at Delamar Traverse City, guests will enjoy front-row views of the airshow alongside an indulgent all-American buffet curated by our culinary team. From lobster rolls and Wagyu smash burgers to Michigan sweet corn, cherry-inspired desserts, and festive summer favorites, the afternoon blends nostalgic Americana with the elevated hospitality of Delamar.

Doors open at 12:00pm with buffet service from 1:00pm–2:30pm. Cocktail and beverage service will be available tableside throughout the event.

Tickets are $125 per person plus fees and include buffet access and reserved VIP airshow viewing.

Space is limited. Celebrate summer, cherries, and country from Traverse City’s most spectacular waterfront setting.

DELAMAR TRAVERSE CITY

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STARS, STRIPES & CHERRY SKIES

A VIP Airshow Experience

National Cherry Festival Centennial Celebration

July 4 – 5, 2026 | Waterfront Lawn & Terrace

$125 per person, plus fees| Buffet Service

Doors open at 12:00pm, Buffet Service 1:00pm-2:30pm

TO START

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Lakeside Lemonade Stand

Classic & Sparkling Agua Fresca · Freshly Squeezed Lemonade · Northern Michigan Cherry Lemonade

Crudité Garden Basket

Heirloom Vegetables · House-Made Buttermilk Ranch · Smoked Jalapeño Hummus

Classic Deviled Eggs

Farm Egg · Dijon & Whole-Grain Mustard · Fresh Chive · Smoked Paprika

Lobster Rolls — New England Style

Chilled Butter-Poached Maine Lobster · Brioche Buns · Old Bay Aioli · Pickled Celery

FROM THE GRILL

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Wagyu Smash Burgers

Double Stacked · American Cheese· Grilled Onions · Martin’s Potato Bun · Comeback Sauce

The Heritage Hot Dog

Wagyu Beef Franks · Grilled Brioche Bun · Toppings Bar: House Sauerkraut · Pickled Sport Peppers · Celery Salt · Stone-Ground Mustard · Michigan Cherry Relish · Smoked Bacon & Cheddar

Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken

Overnight Buttermilk Brine · Breast, Thigh & Leg · Smoky Maple & Whole-Grain Mustard Glaze · Fresh Herb Finish

Grilled Michigan Sweet Corn

Herb Butter · Cotija · Smoked Paprika · Lime

THE PICNIC TABLE

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Loaded Potato Salad

Yukon Gold Potatoes · Crispy Bacon · Chives · Whole-Grain Mustard Vinaigrette

Heirloom Tomato & Peach Panzanella

Sourdough Croutons · Burrata · Fresh Basil · Aged Balsamic

Northern Michigan Cherry Coleslaw

Napa Cabbage · Dried Tart Cherries · Toasted Almonds · Apple Cider Dressing

Cast-Iron Baked Beans

Smoked Brisket · Pure Michigan Maple · Bourbon · House-Cured Pork Belly

Corn Bread Skillet

Jalapeño & Honey Butter · Fleur de Sel

ALL-AMERICAN SWEETS

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Traverse City Cherry Pie

Tart Cherry Filling · Butter Crust · Vanilla Chantilly Cream

Almond Cake with Brandy Cherry Compote

Moist Almond Sponge · Warm Traverse City Tart Cherry & Brandy Compote · Toasted Almond Crumble

Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Fudge Brownie · Dark Chocolate Ganache · Tart Cherry Preserve · Fleur de Sel

House-Made Cherry Pop Tart

Buttery Hand-Laminated Pastry · Traverse City Tart Cherry Jam · Cherry Vanilla Glaze · Festive Sprinkles

Cocktail & beverage service available tableside. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions.

Proudly celebrating 100 years of the National Cherry Festival

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