The Fortress Friday Night BBQ - July 24, 2026
2026-07-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | The Fortress Golf Course Pavilion, 950 Flint Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Join us for a smokin’ good time with rotating BBQ themed menus on select Fridays at The Fortress Golf Course Pavilion. Great food, good vibes, and summer nights done right! The all-you-care-to-eat buffet is $26.95 per person on Friday, July 24th and July 31st, 2026 from 5-8 pm. Kid’s prices are available upon request.
July 24th Menu Includes:
• BBQ Pork Spareribs with Sweet Baby Ray’s
• BBQ Grilled Chicken
• Lightly Fried Walleye
• Cowboy Style Baked Beans
• Corn on the Cob
• Redskin Potato Salad
• Zehnder’s Creamy Cabbage Salad
• Cornbread Muffins
• Apple Strudel with Whipped Cream
July 31st Menu Includes:
• BBQ Pork Spareribs with Sweet Baby Ray’s
• Southern Fried Chicken
• Great Lakes Yellow Perch
• Au Gratin Potatoes
• Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers
• Macaroni Salad
• Zehnder’s Creamy Cabbage Salad
• Cornbread Muffins
• Blueberry Strudel with Whipped Cream
No reservations required. Call (989) 652-0450 for details.

The Fortress Junior Golf Camp - July 28-30, 2026
2026-07-28 10:00 - 2026-07-30 13:30 | The Fortress Golf Course, 950 Flint St, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Learn directly from The Fortress’s Golf Pro Nick Sears and Andrew Hoesman in a safe, fun and competitive learning environment with The Fortress’s annual Junior Golf Camp on July 28-30, 2026 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for ages 6-9 and from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm for ages 10-14. This program is designed for all abilities. The golfing program will introduce fundamentals of golf to beginners and give more advanced players the proper techniques to improve their game.
Each day, players will learn the rules, etiquette and technique of golf. Golf Professional Nick Sears will lead the camp with an emphasis on tee shots, approach shots and short game.
About the Instructors
Nick Sears, formally of Flint Golf Club, comes aboard with plenty of playing and teaching experience. As a graduate of Flint Powers, Nick traveled to play on scholarship at Madonna University and was named Captain for both his junior and senior years, leading the team to play in two national championships. Following his senior year, he took on a coaching role for the Madonna Girls Golf Team, helping them earn top 25 rankings in the NAIA all four years. This is Nick’s fifth year at The Fortress. Nick brings plenty of experience both on the teaching and playing side, as well as the day-to-day operations of the course.
Andrew Hoesman is a product of Frankenmuth, Michigan, and a graduate of Frankenmuth High School. He then attended Delta College, where he played golf, earning Freshman of the Year honors and competing in the national championship. Following his time at Delta College, he attended Michigan State University, where he was a member of the club golf team.
After graduating from Frankenmuth High School, Andrew took on a role as a varsity golf coach for the Frankenmuth High School golf team, where he coached for three years. He is now on his second stint with The Fortress, having previously worked as a member of the Pro Shop staff for three years before completing an internship at Forest Akers Golf Courses at Michigan State University.
Andrew brings back extensive experience in playing, coaching, and golf operations.
The cost to participate is $75 per player for all three days. To register, please call the Golf Shop at (989) 652-0460. Must register by June 24, 2026.

The Fortress Friday Night BBQ - July 31, 2026
2026-07-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Join us for a smokin’ good time with rotating BBQ themed menus on select Fridays at The Fortress Golf Course Pavilion. Great food, good vibes, and summer nights done right! The all-you-care-to-eat buffet is $26.95 per person on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 5-8 pm. Kid’s prices are available upon request.
July 31st Menu Includes:
• BBQ Pork Spareribs with Sweet Baby Ray’s
• Southern Fried Chicken
• Great Lakes Yellow Perch
• Au Gratin Potatoes
• Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers
• Macaroni Salad
• Zehnder’s Creamy Cabbage Salad
• Cornbread Muffins
• Blueberry Strudel with Whipped Cream
No reservations required. Call (989) 652-0450 for details.

Zehnder's One Day Kids Camp - August 5, 2026
2026-08-05 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Looking for a great Kid’s Summer Camp Program? Are your children always helping in the kitchen, asking to bake cookies or how to cook? Then Zehnder’s “Culinary Skills with a Splash” Day Camp is perfect for your child!
What Will Your Child Experience?
The day begins with our professional bakers teaching your children how to make fresh baked goods from scratch. They may even bring some goodies home to share. Next, they meet our Chefs who give hands-on instructions on preparing their lunch from start to finish. Before and during lunch, campers will be taught some basic dining etiquette and table manners each day. After lunch, there is craft time and campers will participate in outdoor activities. The day will conclude with time to play at Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel and Waterpark.
Day’s Activities Include:
• Bakery – Garlic Toast & Strawberry Sweet Rolls
• Kitchen – Help prepare lunch: Z-Famous Chicken Tender Bowls, Corn on the Cob, Potato Dinner Rolls & Ice Cream Sundaes
• Craft Time – Make a unique craft to take home
• Outdoor Activities
• Splash Village – Supervised free time in the waterpark and arcade
For boys and girls ages 9-12. Registration is limited to 24 campers per session, minimum of 15 required. Cost is $110 per person. Click here to download a brochure.

Oldies Lunch & Dinner Shows - Elvis Lives - September 14-17, 2026
2026-09-14 - 2026-09-17 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Bruno Nesci is no stranger to the Elvis Tribute Artist World. He’s graced the stages of the World for the last 22 years performing as Elvis Presley, touring across Canada, the USA, and even Italy and Australia.
Bruno is the only Canadian Elvis Tribute Artist to place in the TOP 10 in the Ultimate Elvis Contest in Memphis Tennessee and has accomplished this feat for 4 years in a row.
His awards include:
• 2013 Windsor Elvis festival Grand Champion
• 2015 Collingwood Elvis Festival Champion
• 2017 Tweed Elvis Festival Champion
• 2018 Penticton ON Elvis Festival Champion (BC)
• 2019 Tweed Elvis Festival 2nd time winning it twice
• 2019 ELVIS Ocean City Champion (ML)
• 2020 Pigeon Forge Champion (TN)
• Two-time Niagara Falls Elvis Festival People’s Choice Award Champion
Bruno Nesci also brings with his accolades as being the only Elvis Tribute Artist to perform with some International Stars such as, Al Martino, The Platters, The Four Lads, Ricci Martin and many other Italian singers from Italy.
To complete his resume of accomplishments, Bruno Nesci has performed with members of Elvis Presley’s actual band, including his backup singers, The Sweet Sensations, The Stamps Quartet, DJ Fontana, Elvis’ drummer, Eddy Graham, and associated with Elvis’ manager Joe Esposito and Gary Buck.
For those clients wishing to experience ELVIS PRESLEY like never before, Bruno Nesci will no doubt leave you confirming that ELVIS LIVES.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows (September 15 & 16 only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Legends of Country Music - October 5-8, 2026
2026-10-05 - 2026-10-08 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
When you hear the names Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton and more, what comes to mind?
Only the BEST country music ever!
Come enjoy this classic Collection of tunes that will have you toe tapping, reminiscing and singing along!
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required. Book online below or call (989) 652-0450.

Holiday Lunch & Dinner Shows Featuring Three Men and a Tenor - December 1-3, 2026
2026-12-01 - 2026-12-03 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
Enjoy a great Zehnder’s holiday luncheon or dinner and then sit back for a fun-filled holiday show with lots of humor and some sentimental moments for all. Three Men and a Tenor has opened for national legends like Jay Leno, Chuck Berry and The Beach Boys and have had its own national PBS-TV special show across the country from LA to Nashville. This unique holiday show will appeal to all ages and leave you begging for more.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows (December 1 & 2 only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment.
Reservations required. Book online below or by calling (989) 652-0450.
