Ongoing Now through May 20 SPACE: A Journey to Our Future Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids Experience the past, present, and future of space exploration. Now through May 27 New Visions Arts Council of White Lake, Montague High school artists’ exhibition. Now through May Shifting Shoreline Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon This exhibit explores the changes Muskegon Lake has undergone beginning with the days of the lumbering industry in the 1800s to today. Now through June Victorian Trade Cards Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon This exhibit features more than 60 cards, similar to today’s sports and gaming cards, from Muskegon-area businesses of the Victorian Era. Now through September Upstairs at the Infirmary: Stories from the Ottawa County Poor Farm Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven Now through November 30 For the Future Peace: World War II and Holland on the Homefront Holland Museum, Holland This exhibition focuses on the personal experiences of Holland, Michigan residents aboard and on the home front. Now through 2017 Evidence Found: Explorations in Archaeology The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center, St. Joseph Now through 2017 Lake Michigan’s Call to Duty in WWII Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven May 11 through September 10 Edward S. Curtis: The North American Indian Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon This exhibition of national significance celebrates the artistic genius and lasting cultural legacy of Curtis, an early 1900s photographer who captured portraits of Native Americans and their landscapes, lifestyles, and rituals. May 19 through September 23 “Fishing For Fun in St. Joseph” Downtown St. Joseph Public art display throughout town. May 20 through September 9 Chef Series at the Market Holland Farmers Market, Holland May 30 through July 1 Blue: Photography Exhibition Arts Council of White Lake, Montague June 1 through August 31 Summer Concert Series Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids June through August Throwback Thursdays Every other Thursday (starting June 8), participate in special activities for children and adults at LMC’s Muskegon County historic sites. www.lakeshoremuseum.org. June through September Museum on the Move Holland Museum, Holland Participate in walking tours featuring topics ranging from the Fire of 1871 to the history of businesses and architecture in Holland. June 1 through October 29 Rowing Them Safely Home: Lifesaving and Shipwrecks on Lake Michigan See America’s most famous lifesaving boat of 1850, surrounded by Lake Michigan shipwreck and lifesaving stories. Old School House Museum, Douglas June 11 through October 1 (Sundays) Fulton Street Artisans Market, Grand Rapids June 13 through August 15 United Bank Rogue River Blues Series Downtown Rockford June 14 through August 30 Kids Activities at the Farmers Market Holland Farmers Market, Holland June 16 through July 29 Michiana Annual Juried Art Exhibit Box Factory for the Arts, St. Joseph This multi-media competition features artists from southwest Michigan, northwest Indiana, and members of the Berrien Artist Guild. June 16 through August 11 Amending America Gerald R. Ford Presidential Musem, Grand Rapids This special exhibit presented by the National Archives celebrates the 225th anniversary of the Bill of Rights in 2016. June 25 through August 27 Worship on the Waterfront Downtown Grand Haven June 30 through September 10 Beach Season: Coney Island: 40 Years + Additional Beach-themed Art Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph July 10-31 Zeelmania!: Fun for the Health of It! Downtown Zeeland Enjoy a different outdoor activity each Monday September 15 – October 29 KAC Members’ Show Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph September 20 – October 8 2017 ArtPrize Grand Rapids Area September 28 through November 8 89th Regional Michigan Exhibition Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon This juried selection of 2-D and 3-D works by amateur artists from throughout Michigan, comprises the state’s longest established regional art exhibition.

May through May Artist: Cindy Bender, Great Legs Winery, Brewery, Distillery, Holland May 1 Muskegon County Historic Sites Open for the Season Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Hackley & Hume Historic Site, Fire Barn Museum, Scolnik House of the Depression Era, and Michigan’s Heritage Park at Hilt’s Landing. May 5 Saugatuck Dune Rides Opens for the Season Saugatuck May 5 Opening Day – Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm New Era May 5 Tannahill Weavers Howmet Playhouse, Whitehall May 5-6 LAUP Fiesta! 2017 Holland Civic Center, Holland May 6-14 Tulip Time Festival – 88th Anniversary Holland A celebration of Dutch culture with parades, street scrubbing, Dutch Dancers, concerts, an arts and crafts fair, fireworks, trolley tours, and so much more! May 6 Grand Rapids Sumphony Youth Choruses Spring Concert Calvin College Fine Arts Center, Grand Rapids May 6 Derby Day & Spring Preview Douglas May 6 Grand Haven Main Street Derby Day Grand Haven May 6 Tulip Time Run Kollen Park, Holland May 6 Chocolate Stroll Downtown Rockford May 6 Blossomtime Parade St. Joseph/Benton Harbor May 6 Star of Saugatuck Boat Cruises Opens for the season Saugatuck May 6 10th Annual White Lake Blues Fest Whitehall May 6-7 Art & Craft Fair Centennial Park, Holland Visit more than 130 juried exhibitors in beautiful Centennial Park. May 6-7 Kinderplaats Kollen Park, Holland May 6 & 8-12 Tulip Time Festival Quilt Show Holland Area Arts Council, Holland May 7 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph May 8 Art in Bloom Exhibit Holland Arts Council, Holland May 9 Dutch Marktplaats The Commons of Evergreen, Hollan May 10 White Glove Inspection of the Streets Downtown Holland May 10 Dutch Dance Performance Downtown Holland May 10 Street Scrubbing Downtown Holland May 10 Metal Flow Volksparade Downtown Holland May 10 Street Performers Downtown Holland May 11 Merchants Art Stroll Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Downtown Dowagiac May 11 Dutch Dance Performance Downtown Holland May 11 Kinder Dutch Dance Performance Downtown Holland May 11 Yanfeng Johnson Controls Kinderparade Downtown Holland May 11-20 Dogwood Fine Arts Festival Dowagiac May 11-20 Funky Junk Art Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 12 Klassics for Kids Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 12 Opera Grand Rapids: The Barber of Seville DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids May 12 Music at the Museum Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven May 12 Farm History Day Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven May 12 MacWood Dunes Rides Opening Day May 13 Opera Grand Rapids: The Barber of Seville DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapid May 13 Dancing with the Symphony Stars, SMSO LMC Grand Upton Hall, Benton Harbor May 13 Jean Prosper, Pianist & Composer Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 13 “Girl’s Afternoon Out” Fenn Valley Vineyard & Wine Cellar, Fennville May 13 Premier Bands Kollen Park, Holland May 13 Dutch Dance Performance Downtown Holland May 13 GMB Muziekparade Downtown Holland May 13 Music & Festival Fireworks Kollen Park, Holland May 14 Free Tours for Mothers – Hackley & Hume Historic Site Muskegon May 14 Grand Rapids Youth Symphony & Classical Orchestra Concert DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids May 14 Howling Harbor! Artists’ Market Harbor Theater, Muskegon May 16-17 Sam Payne, Storyteller Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 18 Youth Fine Arts Night Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 19 Renee Rosen Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 19 Beethoven’s “Eroica” DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapid May 19 Unveiling of “Fishing for Fun in St. Joseph” Outdoor Art Exhibit, 5:30 pm Downtown St. Joseph May 19-21 South Haven Steelheader’s Pro Am South Haven May 20 Youth Voices Dogwood Fine Arts Festival, Dowagiac May 20 Beethoven’s “Eroica” DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids May 20 Armed Forces Day Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era May 20 BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass: A Taste of Michigan Whirlpool Centennial Park, St. Joseph May 20 Hook, free movie Howmet Playhouse, Whitehall May 20-21 Great Lakes Kite Festival Grand Haven State Park, Grand Haven May 20-21 48th Annual Heritage Hill Home Tour Grand Rapids May 20 – December 9 Holland Farmers Market Holland May 20 – September 9 Farmers Market Chef Series Holland Farmers Market, Holland May 21 Customer Appreciation Day Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era May 24-29 Fruitport Old Fashioned Days Fruitport May 26 St. Joseph Memorial Day Parade Downtown St. Joseph May 26 Chain Ferry Opens for the Season Saugatuck Open until Labor Day. May 26 Blessing of the Fleet & Season Kick-off BBQ Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven May 27 Opening Day, WildWater Adventure! Muskegon May 27 2nd Annual Harbor Walk to Fitness Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven May 27 Spring Peddler’s Market Zeeland An artfully curious faire! May 27-28 Annual Wine & Art Festival Lemon Creek Winery, Berrien Springs May 27-28 Iris Show Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids May 27-29 Annual Memorial Weekend Sale Apparel from the Past & Shawnee Road Antiques, Baroda May 28 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan Michigan’s finest antiques show features 400 dealers. May 28 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman 1st in a series of free concerts on the beach! Free admission to park and concerts. May 28 Lost Boat Ceremony USS Silversides Museum, Muskegon May 28 Blessing of the Boats Muskegon Channel, Muskegon May 29 Douglas Memorial Day Parade Downtown Douglas May 29 Holland Memorial Day Parade Downtown Holland May 29 Rockford Memorial Day Parade Downtown Rockford May 29 Saugatuck Memorial Day Parade Butler Street, Saugatuck June June 1 Taste of White Lake 2017 Howmet Playhouse, White Lake June 1 – August 31 Summer Concert Series Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids June 1-30 Artist: Paulette Carr Great Legs Winery, Brewery, Distillery, Holland June 2 “Remember When” Cruise & Car Show Downtown Holland June 2-4 Grand Haven Offshore Fishing Challenge Municipal Marina, Grand Haven June 2-4 Festival of the Arts Downtown Grand Rapids This festival is a community showcase of the arts: visual, performance, culinary, and more. All performances and exhibits are free of charge. June 3 pARTy Downtown Douglas Live performances, drinks, and snacks downtown. June 3 Montague Artisan Market Montague June 3 D-Day Plus 73 Memorial USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, Muskegon June 3 Reading Rocks in Rockford Krause Library and other downtown venues. June 3 Lake Bluff Artisan Fair Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph June 3 Festival of Cars/Kruisin’ for Kylie Downtown South Haven June 3 White Lake Area Nature Walk Whitehall & Montague First Saturday of the month; various walk locations. June 4 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph June 8-10 26th Annual Antique Farm Power Club Show Muskegon County Fairgrounds, Fruitport June 8-11 Start of Summer Celebration Downtown Rockford June 9 RendeZoo 2017 – Let’s Flamingle! John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids Annual fund raiser. June 9-10 Annual Swap Meet / Flea Market Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven June 10 Art on Center Downtown Douglas Stroll through galleries and shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions, and listening to live jazz. Restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops open. June 10-11 Feast of the Strawberry Moon Harbor Island, Grand Haven June 10-11 Free Fishing Weekend Statewide June 10-11 Civil War Weekend Michigan’s Heritage Park, Whitehall June 11 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. June 11 Sunday Art Market Chinook Pier, Grand Haven June 11 65th Annual Flag Day Parade Three Oaks June 12-17 Spring Lake Heritage Festival Spring Lake June 14 Downtown Dinner Picnic Zeeland June 15 Youth Pirate Chaser Sails Begin Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven June 15, 22, 29 Thursday Night Street Performer Series Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and more. June 15-17 Miss Michigan Scholarship Pageant Frauenthal Center, Muskegon June 15-17 Muskegon Heights Festival Rowan Park, Muskegon Heights This community celebration hosts a senior picnic and health fair, sporting events, parade, arts and crafts fair, and plenty of food and music. June 15-18 South Haven Harborfest 2017 Downtown South Haven June 16 Art Hop Benton Harbor Arts District, Benton Harbor June 16 Ox-Bow’s Friday Night Open Studios Saugatuck Students, fellows, and artists exhibit their work. June 16 Zeeland Criterium Zeeland Bicycling sprint race in downtown Zeeland. The NASCAR of bicycle racing. June 16-17 Taste of Muskegon Hackley Park, Muskegon Celebrate the area’s best restaurants, bakeries, and more. June 17 12th Annual Lake Michigan Shore Wine Fest Weko Beach, Bridgman June 17 52nd Annual Reeds Lake Art Festival Wealthy Street, East Grand Rapids This juried show features more than150 fine arts and crafts artists from all over the country June 17 36th Classic Wooden Boat Show Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven June 17-18 39th Annual White Lake Area Father’s Day Arts & Crafts Festival Goodrich Park Annex, Whitehall June 18 33rd Annual Father’s Day Festival Lemon Creek Winery, Berrien Springs June 18 Father’s Day Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm New Era June 19-25 Silver Beach Carousel Founders Week 6th Annual Celebration Silver Beach Carousel June 22, 29 Thursday Night Street Performer Series Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and more. June 23-24 Euro Hangar Car Show Holland June 24 Tri-Cities Garden Club Annual Garden Walk Grand Haven / Spring Lake area Tickets can be purchased at the Tri-Cities Historical Museum or at each home the day of the tour. June 24 Family Fun Day Downtown Grand Haven Free arts and crafts activities for kids! June 24 Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social Holland Museum Cappon House, Holland June 24 Cottage Walk South Haven Area Spend a lovely afternoon touring summer cottages and homes in the South Haven area. Fee charged. June 24 Queen’s Cup South Haven The annual sailboat race. June 24-25 Fenn Valley Wine & Food Festival Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville Vineyard tours, wine tasting, and gourmet foods. June 24-25 Soccer in the Sand Tournaments Grand Haven State Park, Grand Haven Beach soccer for all levels – youth through adults. June 24-25 Grand Haven Art Festival Downtown Grand Haven June 25 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan Michigan’s finest antiques show features 400 dealers. June 25 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. June 25 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven June 27 Zeeland Zoom 5K Downtown Zeeland June 29 Summer Social Old School House, Douglas Enjoy live music, food, and drink with family and friends. June 29 Thursday Night Street Performer Series Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and more. June 29 – July 4 West Michigan Wine & Jazz Festival Montague Enjoy wine tasting, appetizers, and desserts while listening to a variety of live jazz performances and attending artist receptions. June 29 – July 4 Independence Celebration Week Lions Park and the Beach, New Buffalo June 30 Ox-Bow’s Friday Night Open Studios Saugatuck June 30 South Haven Performance Series: Picosa Chamber Music Ensemble South Haven June 30 Gordon Lightfoot Tribute with Mike Fornes Howmet Playhouse, Whitehall July July 1 Waterfront Invitational Art Fair Cook Park, Saugatuck July 1 White Lake Area Nature Walk Whitehall & Montague First Saturday of the month; various walk locations. July 1-31 Artist: Margaret Farratell Great Legs Winery, Brewery, Distillery, Holland July 1-2 59th Annual South Haven Art Fair Stanley Johnston Park, South Haven July 1-4 West Michigan Wine & Jazz Festival Montague Enjoy wine tasting, appetizers, and desserts while listening to a variety of live jazz performances and attending artist receptions. July 2 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven July 2 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph July 3 Allegan Jubilee on July Three! Celebration Downtown Allegan Food, fireworks, and music! July 3 Independence Day Fireworks Legion Field, Baroda July 3 Fireworks Sail Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven The tall ship, Friends Good Will, sails out for the evening to watch South Haven’s fireworks. July 3 Light Up the Lake! Fireworks Downtown South Haven Lakefront July 4 Ferrysburg 4th of July Parade Ferrysburg July 4 Grand Haven 4th of July Fireworks Waterfront Stadium, Downtown Grand Haven July 4 South Haven 4th of July Parade South Haven July 4 Independence Day Concert: SW Michigan Symphony Shadowland Pavilion, St. Joseph July 4 Saugatuck 4th of July Celebration/Parade/Fireworks Cook Park, Saugatuck July 4 White Lake Area 4th of July Parade / Fireworks Whitehall / Montague July 5 Art on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph July 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. July 6-8 Sidewalk Sales Downtown Zeeland July 6, 13, 20, 27 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in July) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. July 7 The Code Talkers of WWII USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon Special lecture on the critical role Native Americans played in WWII. July 7 Krasl Art Fair Kick-off Party Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph July 7-8 Lakeshore Art Festival 2017 Downtown Muskegon July 7-8 150th Birthday Celebration Three Oaks www.threeoaksvillage.org July 7-8 Show & Shine Car Show & Cruise Downtown Zeeland July 8 Ox-Bow Summer Benefit Saugatuck July 8 Rockford Kids Triathlon Downtown Rockford July 8 Celebrate White Lake Whitehall July 8 Super Saturday Family Fun Day Muskegon Museum of Art July 8-9 Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph July 9 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. July 9 Sunday Art Market Chinook Pier, Grand Haven July 9 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven July 10, 17, 24, 31 Zeelmania! Downtown Zeeland A health living street fair on Monday evenings July 11, 18, 25 Soundz of Summer Concert Series (Tuesday evenings) Downtown Zeeland July 13 Picnic Pops Arrival from Sweden: The Music of Abba Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 13 Summer Social Beery Field, Douglas Enjoy live music, food, and drink with family and friends. July 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. July 13-15 Rockford Sidewalk Sales Downtown Rockford July 13, 20, 27 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in July) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. July 14 Mike Yore Memorial Car Show Downtown St. Joseph July 14 Picnic Pops Arrival from Sweden: The Music of Abba Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 14 Ox-Bow Friday Night Open Studios Saugatuck July 14-15 Grand Haven Beach Vault City Beach, Grand Haven The world’s largest Outdoor Pole Vault Event, right on the beach! 300 vaulters compete over two days. July 14-15 Summerfest: Music & Microbrews Shadowland Pavilion, St. Joseph July 14-15 & 21-22 Summer Evening Cookouts Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville Fenn Valley supplies the hot grill and grilling tools – you provide the meat and grillmaster! July 15 Vintage Blues Bash Lemon Creek Winery, Berrien Springs July 15 Art on Center Downtown Douglas July 15 Annual Holland Hundred Bicycle Tour Holland July 15 Annual Michigan Maritime Museum Fish Boil Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven July 15 South Haven Garden Club Garden Walk South Haven Area July 15-16 Native American Pow Wow Michigan’s Heritage Park, Whitehall Learn about traditional Native American dance and culture. July 15-22 The Michigander Bicycle Tour Grand Haven July 16 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven July 17-21 Kids STEM Summer Camp Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven July 17-22 Van Buren County Youth Fair Van Buren County Fairgrounds, Hartford July 17, 24, 31 Zeelmania! Downtown Zeeland A health living street fair on Monday evenings. July 18, 25 Soundz of Summer Concert Series (Tuesday evenings) Downtown Zeeland July 20 Fire/Rescue Pig Out Downtown Zeeland July 20 Picnic Pops Brass Transit: the Music of Chicago Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 20-21, 27-28 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. July 20-22 Summer in the City & Sidewalk Sales Downtown Dowagiac July 20, 27 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in July) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. July 21 Picnic Pops Brass Transit: the Music of Chicago Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 21-22 Summer Evening Cookouts Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville Fenn Valley supplies the hot grill and grilling tools – you provide the meat and grillmaster! July 21-22 Paw Paw Days – Classic Car & Truck Show Downtown Paw Paw July 21-22 150th Birthday Celebration Three Oaks www.threeoaksvillage.org July 22 Rhythm on the River Waterfront Park, South Haven July 23 Music in the Park Baroda July 23 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. July 23 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven July 24 22nd Annual Community Golf Outing Scott Lake Golf & Practice Center, Rockford July 24-29 Muskegon County Fair 2017 Muskegon County Fairgrounds, Fruitport July 24-29 Ottawa County Fair Ottawa County Fairgrounds, Holland July 24, 31 Zeelmania! Downtown Zeeland A health living street fair on Monday evenings. July 25 Soundz of Summer Concert Series (Tuesday evenings) Downtown Zeeland July 25-29 Boat Building Class Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven July 27 Summer Social Beery Field, Douglas Enjoy live music, food, and drink with family and friends. July 27 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in July) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. July 27 Picnic Pops, Women Rock Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 27-28 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. July 28 Ox-Bow’s Friday Night Open Studios Saugatuck July 28 South Haven Performance Series: Hope College Sospiro Faculty Trio South Haven July 28 Cruz’in Classic Car Show Whitehall to Montague July 28 Picnic Pops, Women Rock Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids July 28-August 6 Lakeshore Antiques - 25 Year Sale West Olive July 28-30 Venetian Festival Coghlin Park, Saugatuck July 28 – August 6 Coast Guard Festival Grand Haven The Coast Guard Festival is the premier 10-day, national military festival created to honor the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard. July 29 Support our Troops Festival Baroda July 29 Coast Guard Festival Kids’ Parade Downtown Grand Haven July 29 SW Michigan Symphony Concert: My Fair Lady Shadowland Pavilion, St. Joseph July 29 Village Square Art & Fine Crafts Fair Village Square Park, Saugatuck July 29 Venetian Festival Fireworks Saugatuck July 30 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan Michigan’s finest antiques show features 400 dealers. July 30 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven July 30 Coast Guard Festival Community Picnic Coast Guard Park, Grand Haven July 30 Cruise in Car Show Downtown Grand Haven July 31 Zeelmania! Downtown Zeeland A health living street fair on Monday evenings. August July 28 – August 6 Coast Guard Festival Grand Haven The Coast Guard Festival is the premier 10-day, national military festival created to honor the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard. August 1-31 Artist: Molly Hathaway Great Legs Winery, Brewery, Distillery, Holland August 1 Soundz of Summer Concert Series Tuesdays • Downtown Zeeland August 3 Picnic Pops: Classical Fireworks Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids August 3-4 & 10-11 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. August 3-13 White Lake Chamber Music Festival 2017 Various Venues, White Lake Area A mix of visiting professional groups and local talent present classes, recitals, and concerts throughout the White Lake area. August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in August) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. August 4-5 Summer Evening Cookouts Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville Fenn Valley supplies the hot grill and grilling tools – you provide the meat and grillmaster! August 4-5 Coast Guard Festival Craft Fair Central Park, Grand Haven August 4-5 BridgeHop Montague & Whitehall Celebrate the White Lake Area at events held in each community, which are separated only by a short bridge. Live entertainment, a parade, BBQ cook off, outdoor movies, and a host of other fun family events. August 4-5 150th Birthday Celebration Three Oaks www.threeoaksvillage.com August 4-6 Lest We Forget Tribute Benton Harbor / St. Joseph WW-II re-enactments and displays. August 4-6 Glad-Peach Festival Coloma August 4-6 Drumming performances at the Lighthouse Festival Muskegon South Pierhead Light, Muskegon August 4-6 21st Annual Chalk the Block Downtown St. Joseph August 5 Party on the Pavers Baroda August 5 Picnic Pops Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán Cannonsburg Ski Area, Grand Rapids August 5 Meijer Grand Parade Downtown Grand Haven Highlight of the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival. Marching bands, military units, and more. August 5 Coast Guard Festival Fireworks Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven August 5 48th Annual Art in the Park Centennial Park, Holland Nearly 300 fine artists and artisans from eight states will be on hand at this juried fair to display and sell their creations. August 5 White Lake Area Nature Walk Whitehall & Montague First Saturday of the month; various walk locations. August 6 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. August 6 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven August 6 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph August 7-11 Michigan Pirate Festival Loutit District Library, Grand Haven August 9-12 Unity 2017 Christian Music Festival Heritage Landing, Muskegon Experience the best in Christian music. August 10 Summer Social Beery Field, Douglas Enjoy live music, food, and drink with family and friends. August 10-11 Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck Classical and contemporary chamber music performed Thursday and Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. August 10-12 Del Shannon Days & Car Show Coopersville August 10-13 54th Annual National Blueberry Festival Downtown South Haven August 10, 17, 24, 31 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in August) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. August 11 Sips & Sounds: Southwest MI Symphony Shadowland Pavilion, St. Joseph August 11 Ox-Bow’s Friday Night Open Studios Saugatuck August 11-12 Del Shannon Days Coopersville August 11-12 Sidewalk Sales Downtown Holland August 11-12 12th Annual Dogarama Zeeland August 11-13 New Buffalo Ship & Shore Festival Downtown New Buffalo August 11-13 Big Lake Classic Saugatuck August 12 Saugatuck/Douglas Antique Market Beery Field, Douglas August 12 Saturday Night Cellar Dance Fenn Falley Vineyard & Wine Cellar, Fennville August 12 Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest City Beach, Grand Haven August 12 Concours d’Elegance of SW Michigan Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph August 12 National Blueberry Festival Parade Downtown South Haven August 12 Super Saturday Family Fun Day Muskegon Museum of Art August 12 Taste of History Michigan’s Heritage Park at Hilt’s Landing, Whitehall August 12-13 Northside Family Fun Fest & Art Fair Walker Park, North Muskegon Art fair on Saturday only. August 12-13 National Blueberry Festival Crafts Fair Stanley Johnston Park, South Haven August 13 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven August 13 Sunday Art Market Chinook Pier, Grand Haven August 14-19 Berrien County Youth Fair Berrien County Youth Fair Grounds, Berrien Springs August 16-20 Michigan Fiber Festival Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan August 17 Sidewalk Sales Douglas & Saugatuck August 17 Ice Cream Social/Engine 1223 Chinook Pier, Grand Haven August 17, 24, 31 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in August) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. August 18-19 Sidewalk Sales Downtown Grand Haven August 18-19 Ross Park Arts & Drafts Festival Ross Park, Norton Shores Enjoy an art fair, 5k run, car show, live music, and beverage tent! August 18-19 6th Annual Salute to Veterans South Haven August 18-19 150th Birthday Celebration Three Oaks www.threeoaksvillage.com August 19 Summer Rod & Roll Classic Auto Show Downtown Dowagiac August 19 Art on the River Front Grand Haven Municipal Marina, Grand Haven Juried fine art show featuring regional artists. August 19 Walk the Beat Downtown Grand Haven Enjoy 60 musical arts at 30 venues in downtown Grand Haven. August 19 Relix Riot Show & Swap Meet Gilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners August 19 Annual Bob Gillan Memorial Fish Boil Montague Band Shell, Montague August 19 4th Annual Boat Walk Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven August 19 Mudflap: An Alley Cat Biking Event Zeeland August 20 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. August 20 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven August 24 Summer Social Beery Field, Douglas Enjoy live music, food, and drink with family and friends. August 24 Ice Cream Social Dekker Huis Museum August 24, 31 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in August) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. August 25 South Haven Performance Series: Baritone, Mario Diaz-Moresco / Piano, Spencer Myer South Haven August 25-27 Shoreline Jazz Festival Heritage Landing, Muskegon August 26 Vintage Boat Show Holland Museum, Holland August 26 South Beach Triathlon South Haven August 27 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan Michigan’s finest antiques show features 400 dealers. August 27 Music in the Park Baroda August 27 Worship on the Waterfront Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven August 31 Thursday Night Street Performer Series (every Thursday in August) Downtown Holland Artists perform free for the public, filling the streets with musicians, aerial acrobats, jugglers, dancers, balloon twisters, theatrical troupes, magicians, caricature artists, and much more. September September through October Crane Orchards – Get Lost in our Corn Maze Fennville • Times vary. September 1-30 Artist: Nancy Davis “Nanok” Great Legs Winery, Brewery, Distillery, Holland September 2 Lake Bluff Artisan Faire Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph September 2 White Lake Area Nature Walk Whitehall & Montague First Saturday of the month; various walk locations. September 2-3 Annual All Crafts Fair Stanley Johnston Park, South Haven September 3 Weko Beach Concert Series Weko Beach, Bridgman Free concert on the beach and free admission to the park. September 3 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph September 4 Labor Day Community Bridge Walk Grand Haven September 4 Community Day Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Free admission on Labor Day! September 4 Annual Blue Star Bridge Walk & Pancake Breakfast Saugatuck-Douglas Area September 4 Last Day of Seasonal Operation – Saugatuck Chain Ferry Saugatuck September 4 12th Annual Labor Day Community Walk Hart-Montague Bike Trail, White Lake Area September 4 Labor Day Truck Parade & Bridge Walk Zeeland to Holland September 5, 12, 19, 26 Summer Ain’t Over Yet! Enjoy weekly concerts on Tuesday night at the Goodrich Park Gazebo in Whitehall. Proceeds benefit the White Lake Food Pantry. September 7-10 Antique Engine & Tractor Show Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven September 8 Little Feet, Big Feat Kids’ Run Beery Field, Douglas September 8-10 Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival Downtown Paw Paw September 8-16 Allegan County Fair Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 9 Annual Harvest Festival Lemon Creek Winery, Berrien Springs September 9 18th Annual Mt. Baldhead 5K & 10K Challenge Beery Field, Douglas September 9 Art on Center Downtown Douglas Stroll through galleries and shops while viewing artist demonstrations, mingling at artist receptions, and listening to live jazz. Restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops open. Dancing in the streets is allowed! September 9 Sportsmen for Youth – Annual Youth Day Muskegon County Fairgrounds, Fruitport Activities include a trout pond, air rifle demonstrations, virtual fishing, archery range, wild animal displays, and interactive displays. September 9 Annual Rockford Art in the Park Garden Club Park, Rockford September 9 Clothesline Art Show Wicks Park, Saugatuck September 9 Annual Lakeshore Harvest Bike Ride Saugatuck to South Haven September 10 Sunday Art Market Chinook Pier, Grand Haven September 10 Muscle Cars + Show & Swap Meet Gilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners September 10 Holland Haven Marathon Grand Haven to Holland September 12-16 Boat Building Class Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven September 12, 19, 26 Summer Ain’t Over Yet! Enjoy weekly concerts on Tuesday night at the Goodrich Park Gazebo in Whitehall. Proceeds benefit the White Lake Food Pantry. September 14-17 Michigan Irish Music Festival 2017 Heritage Landing, Muskegon This festival features three days of non-stop Irish music and a feis, an Irish dance competition. September 15 Live Mannequin Night Downtown Holland Live mannequins pose throughout downtown Holland, 7-8:30 pm. September 15 Jazz Festival Pavilion Park, South Haven September 15-16 New! South Haven Jazz Festival Downtown South Haven September 15-17 Grand Haven Salmon Festival Downtown Grand Haven and Grand Haven Municipal Marina September 15-17 Annual Tulip City Gem & Mineral Club Show Holland Civic Center, Holland September 15 – October 29 KAC Members’ Show Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph September 16 Grand Celebration – 150th Birthday Party Three Oaks www.threeoaksvillage.com September 16 Fall Peddler’s Market – An Artfully & Tastefully Curious Faire Zeeland September 16-17 Annual Van Raalte Farm Civil War Muster Van Raalte Farm Park, Holland Historic Van Raalte Farm hosts Holland Museum’s annual Civil War re-enactment and more! September 19, 26 Summer Ain’t Over Yet! Enjoy weekly concerts on Tuesday night at the Goodrich Park Gazebo in Whitehall. Proceeds benefit the White Lake Food Pantry. September 20 – October 8 2017 ArtPrize Grand Rapids Area September 20 – October 8 Art Walk Grand Haven September 22-23 St. Joseph Fall Festival Downtown St. Joseph September 23 Muskegon Harvest Fest Muskegon Farmers Market, Muskegon September 23 St. Joseph Wine Festival & Public Art Auction Whirlpool Centennial Park, St. Joseph September 23 Oktoberfest Marathon / Half Marathon / 5K Spring Lake September 23-24 Harvest Festival Downtown Rockford September 23-24 Make It & Take It Scarecrow Downtown Rockford September 23 – November 12 8th Annual Juried Art Exhibition – Just Drawings South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven September 24 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan Michigan’s finest antiques show features 400 dealers. September 24 44th Annual Apple Cider Century Bicycle Tour Three Oaks 15- 25- 37- 50- 62- 75- and 100-mile bicycle tours. September 26 Summer Ain’t Over Yet! Enjoy weekly concerts on Tuesday night at the Goodrich Park Gazebo in Whitehall. Proceeds benefit the White Lake Food Pantry. September 28 – October 1 Four Flags Area Apple Festival Niles September 29 Membership Appreciation Picnic Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven September 30 Pumpkins at Chinook Pier Chinook Pier, Grand Haven September 30 – October 1 Make It & Take It Scarecrow Downtown Rockford