Fort Gratiot Business Association

04/20/2026

Engines revving. Crowds lining the streets. Your business front and center.

Blue Water Cruise Weekend is coming… and this is your chance to get your name in front of thousands of locals and visitors who love to support the businesses that support their community.

From fireworks to car show sponsors to cruise night stops, there are multiple ways to get involved at every level. Whether you want your logo everywhere or just want to be part of the excitement, there is a spot for you.

This is more than sponsorship… it is visibility, connection, and showing up BIG in the Blue Water Area.

Spots fill up quickly, so do not wait until someone else grabs your spotlight.

Questions or ready to jump in?
Call Michelle Mensinger at 810-656-4603

Let’s make this year’s Cruise Weekend the biggest one yet!

04/20/2026

Big news for the Fort Gratiot business community… we’ve got a new powerhouse in town!

Please join us in welcoming First Response Roofing and Construction, LLC to the Fort Gratiot Business Association.

Led by David Graham, this team is ready to raise the roof—in the best way possible. From roofing to full-scale construction, they bring reliability, craftsmanship, and the kind of service you want when it matters most. Around here, having a “first response” you can actually count on? That’s a win for everyone.

Located right in Port Huron, they’re not just doing business here—they’re part of the community. And that’s exactly what FGBA is all about.

Give them a warm welcome and keep them in mind for your next project:
810-788-7818
firstresponseroofingandconstruction.com/port-huron/

Let’s show them how Fort Gratiot supports local.

04/02/2026

Engines on. . .it’s almost time to shine 🔥🚗💨
The 19th Annual Keith Peterson Memorial Car Show is rolling into Birchwood Mall on June 27, and this is YOUR moment to show off that ride you’ve been babying all year 👀✨

Whether it’s classic, custom, muscle, or something totally unique… if it turns heads, it belongs here 🏁
🎶 Music
🏆 Trophies
🎟️ Raffles & Prizes
💥 Blue Water Bombshell Pin-Up Contest
🔥 And a full day of car-loving energy

And don’t forget… kick things off at Cruise Night the night before on Friday, June 26 from 6PM–10PM. Because one night just isn’t enough 😎

💡 Pro tip: Register early and save (and guarantee your spot before the lot fills up!) Let’s pack the mall with horsepower, chrome, and stories worth telling. Bring your ride. Bring your crew. Bring the vibes.
👉 Register now and let’s make this the best one yet! https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/YNK5HN6LST36E

09/02/2025

08/05/2025

We are so pleased to present a $1,000 check to Healing Hearts Home. We chose them as our non-profit to support this year with the proceeds from the Blue Water Cruise Weekend ❤️ Healing Hearts Home counsels women, men and teens who are recovering from sexual abuse. Dr. Christina Gallina-Flood is the incredible leader, counselor and we applaud her efforts and contributions to our community ❤️

07/21/2025

Join the fun! 🎉

The FGBA Annual Picnic is August 5th, 5–7 p.m. at Parker Road Pond. We’ll have food, laughs, and we’re honoring Healing Hearts Home with a donation! 💌 Bring a dish, bring a friend, and come hang out! ❓📞 Michelle: (810) 656-4603

06/24/2025

🚗🎉 Cruise Night is HERE! 🎉🚗

Get ready to hit the road for the 2025 Blue Water Cruise Night! From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., cruise through our amazing list of 15 local pit stops and get your Cruise Card stamped at each one. Enjoy freebies, special deals, and community fun at every location!

Pick up your Cruise Card at Hippy Dippy Creamery Fort Gratiot 🍦

🍔 Restaurant specials from Big Boy, Culver's, Applebee's, and Jersey Mike’s
🎁 FREE door prizes for kids at Applebee’s thanks to Tires & Treads
🎶 Live music at multiple stops
🚽 Porta potties and Official Cruise T-Shirts available at Eastern Michigan Bank
💥 Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks at dusk!

📍 Final stop: Eastern Michigan Bank – turn in your completed card by 8:00 p.m. for your chance to win a gift card!

🎯 Limit one card per vehicle
📸 Share your photos with
📅 And don’t miss the Car Show at Birchwood Mall Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.!

Let’s cruise, collect, and celebrate this amazing community!

06/16/2025

Thanks to Andrew Willis for capturing this stunning shot of the Blue Water Bridges and the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, standing proudly along Lake Huron’s shoreline, the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is Michigan’s oldest lighthouse, guiding sailors since 1829. With its rich maritime history and timeless charm, it remains a beloved symbol of the Great Lakes' enduring legacy.

06/16/2025

🚗🔥 We're thrilled to give you a sneak peek at the 2025 Dash Plaque for this year's Keith Peterson Memorial Car Show! 🔥🚗

This limited-edition plaque is a tribute to the passion, power, and pride of every ride that rolls into Blue Water Cruise Weekend! 🏁💙 The only way to get one of these plaques is to enter your ride! Register here: www.FortGratiotBA.org

💥 Featuring our 2024 Best in Show – the iconic ‘68 Firebird
💥 Sponsored by local favorites: Big Boy , McDonald’s, State Farm – Michelle Kuschel, The Joshua Garage, and the Fort Gratiot Business Association

Make sure your ride gets one of these beauties at the 18th Annual Car Show on June 28 at Birchwood Mall 🎯
You don’t want to miss it! 🏆🎉

06/02/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of cars, community, and celebration! 🚗🎉

Join us for the
🚘 18th Annual Keith Peterson Memorial Car Show
📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025
📍 Birchwood Mall | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Enjoy:
🏁 Junior Dragsters
🎟️ Raffles
🏆 Trophies and prizes
👗 Blue Water Bombshell Pin-Up Contest
🚗 Mini Spitfires Contest
✨ Featuring the 2024 Best in Show: Ken Brand’s 1968 Firebird!

All proceeds benefit 💖 Healing Hearts Home 💖

But the fun doesn’t stop there...
✨ Show off your ride early at Cruise Night!
📅 Friday, June 27 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🎡 Don’t miss the Carnival!
📅 Thursday, June 26 – Sunday, June 29
🎆 Fireworks on Saturday night at dusk!

Follow us on Facebook at Blue Water Cruise Weekend for updates and details.

Let’s come together to support a great cause, celebrate local talent, and enjoy an amazing weekend of family fun! 🎆🚘🎟️

03/27/2025

🚗🔥 Calling All Car Enthusiasts! 🔥🚗

Do you have a cool ride that turns heads? Show it off at the 18th Annual Keith Peterson Memorial Car Show during Blue Water Cruise Weekend ! 😎💥

📍 Birchwood Mall
📅 June 28 | 10 AM - 3 PM
🎶 Music • 🏆 Trophies • 🎟️ Raffles • 🎁 Prizes
👠 Featuring the Blue Water Bombshell Pin-Up Contest
✨ 2024 Best in Show: Ken Brand’s 1968 Firebird—will YOU be next?

🎉 Get the party started early at Cruise Night on Friday, June 27 from 6–10 PM!

💲 $20 Early Registration (before June 13th)
💲 $25 Day-of or by mail
🕗 Registration starts at 8:30 AM
📬 Register online at FortGratiotBA.org

Proceeds benefit Healing Hearts Home 💖
Let your engine roar and your style shine! 💪

02/18/2025

Join the Fort Gratiot Business Association for our February meeting!

Did you know that 50% of businesses may never reopen after experiencing a disaster? Andrew Hazlewood, Business Development Representative from ServPro, will share valuable insights on how to be "Ready for Whatever Happens."

📅 Date: February 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Fort Gratiot Municipal Center, 3720 Keewahdin Road

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain important knowledge to protect your business. Visit www.fortgratiotba.org for more details!