Presented by the Muskegon County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Monday, June 26
Lighthouse Tours
June 26 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach St.
The Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy is offering tours of the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays in June from 1:00-5:00pm. The cost is $2 – $4. For more information, call 844-MLIGHTS or visit www.muskegonlights.org.
Roll On Muskegon
June 26 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave.
“Roll on Muskegon” is a fun, community bicycle ride through the neighborhoods of Muskegon. Bikers meet every Monday at the downtown Muskegon Farmers’ Market. This easy 8 mph, family friendly ride begins at 6:30pm. For more information, find them on Facebook.
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
June 26 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
June 27 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Montague Band Shell: Free Summer Concert Series
June 27 @ 7:00 pm
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Tuesday, repeating until August 22, 2017
Montague Bandshell, 8636 Water St.
Throughout the summer, every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm at the Montague Band Shell, join the Arts Council of White Lake (ACWL) for the Free Summer Concert Series! In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at the Montague Area Public Schools Center for the Arts located at Montague High School. For more information, call 231-893-2524.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Cruise-Ins at Fricano Place
June 28 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Fricano’s Event Center, 1050 W. Western
Cruise-Ins at Fricano Place are back every Wednesday (weather permitting) from 5:00-8:30pm. Antiques, customs, classics and novelty vehicles are all welcome. Enjoy oldies music and door prizes, too! Come on down and check out some unique cars and enjoy some Fricano’s pizza and Sweet Treats from Fricano’s Sweet Shoppe! For more information, call 231-722-7775.
Thursday June 29, 2017
West Michigan Wine and Jazz Festival
June 29 – July 4
Book Nook & Java Shop, 8744 Ferry St.
Come to the White Lake Area to take part in the West Michigan Wine and Jazz Festival! This is a five-day festival, based at The Book Nook Java Shop/Best Cellars Wine Bar in Downtown Montague. The festival will star leading solo and group musicians from the mitten state, as well as the national scene, who will play during evening Happy Hours and dinners. There will also be special Showcase concerts at various local venues. Highlights include a public concert at the Whitehall Gazebo in Goodrich Park followed by July 4th fireworks! Festival passes are $60. Tickets for individual shows vary. Get details and buy tickets at www.westmichiganwinejazz.com. For more information, call (231) 894-5333 or e-mail info@thebooknookjavashop.com.
Maranda Park Party
June 29 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Smith Ryerson Park, 550 Wood St. at Sumner Ave.
Bring the family to Smith-Ryerson Park and get ready to rock the park with Maranda! This season marks the 23rd consecutive year that Maranda will bring great entertainment, a huge variety of attractions, great community resources from local nonprofits and a ton of prizes to local communities in West Michigan. Free lunch will be served to anyone 18 and under starting at 11:30am, while supplies last. For more information, call WOTV at 616-456-8888.
Thursday Evenings are FREE at the Muskegon Museum of Art
June 29 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Avenue
Every Thursday from 4:00 – 8:00pm, admission is free at the Muskegon Museum of Art! One of the most highly respected art museums in the Midwest, the marbled halls of the MMA offer a full schedule of permanent collection displays, traveling exhibits and a lovely museum gift shop. Be sure to check out Edward S. Curtis: The North American Indian, an event of national significance celebrating the artistic genius and lasting cultural legacy of Edward Curtis, an early-1900s photographer who sacrificed everything for his art, died in obscurity, but left behind one of the greatest artistic collaborations and photographic achievements in history. For more information, call 231-720-2570.
Friday June 30, 2017
Lighthouse Tours
June 30 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach St.
The Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy is offering tours of the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays in June from 1:00-5:00pm. The cost is $2 – $4. For more information, call 844-MLIGHTS or visit www.muskegonlights.org.
Party in the Park: The After Effect
June 30 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hackley Park, City block bounded by Webster and Clay and Third and Fourth Streets
For more than 30 year’s Parties in the Park has been a Muskegon institution providing Friday evening entertainment, free admission and a family-friendly atmosphere! Be a part of the tradition and enjoy a summer evening with us downtown in Hackley Park. There are always five local Muskegon food vendors at every party, there’s something for everyone to purchase. June 30, the band is the After Effect, hosted by the Muskegon Motorcycle Club. Happy hour is from 5:00pm-6:00pm with the night ending at 9:00pm. For more information e-mail info@partiesinthepark.com.
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
June 30 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Summer Concerts on the Depot Lawn
June 30 @ 7:00 pm
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Friday, repeating until June 30, 2017
Union Depot, 610 W. Western Ave.
The West Michigan Concerts WINDS Sousa Band will perform at The Depot in downtown Muskegon. Concerts run from 7:00 – 8:00pm and are FREE and open to the public. Bring your blanket or lawn chair for an enjoyable evening on the Depot Lawn. The Depot will be open with ADA-accessible restrooms for guests’ convenience. For more information, call Visit Muskegon at 231-724-3100.
The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute
June 30 @ 7:30 pm
Howmet Playhouse, 304 South Mears Ave.
Visit the historic Howmet Playhouse for The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute! In 2007 Mackinaw City guitarist Mike Fornes assembled a band of four backing musicians for a salute to Canadian balladeer Gordon Lightfoot. The group’s work has developed into a stunning theatre show that replicates the Lightfoot concert experience. For more information, call (231) 894-4048
Movies on Deck: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
June 30 @ 9:30 pm
USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, 560 Mart St.
Sunsets, sea breezes and superstars…they’re all on deck at USS LST 393 Veterans Museum for the popular “Movies on Deck,” most Friday nights this summer on Muskegon’s downtown waterfront. The films are shown on LST 393’s huge screen on the top deck starting right after sunset, around 10:00pm. In August, films start about 9:30pm. There is no charge to attend although donations to help support the ship’s restoration and veterans museum are always welcome. Moviegoers should bring their own chairs and weather-appropriate clothing. Popcorn, soda and snacks are available for sale. Inclement weather will mean a move down inside the giant tank deck of the ship for an indoor showing at 10:00pm. LST 393 is located at the Mart Dock adjacent to Heritage Landing county park on the downtown Muskegon waterfront. Tour hours are 10:00am – 5:00pm seven days a week with the last tour starting at 4:00pm. For more information, call 231-730-1477 or visit www.lst393.org.
Saturday July 1, 2017
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
July 1 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Montague Artisan Market
July 1 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Montague Farmers’ Market, Church St. at Water St.
The first Saturday of the month, June through September from 9:00am – 1:00pm, come enjoy family-friendly fun and lively environment at the Montague Artisan Market, adjacent to the Farmers Market. A variety of vendors will be selling their handmade items including soap, jewelry, crafts and other art items. Come support local artists and find unique gifts for yourself or a loved one! For more information, call 231-893-1155.
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Summer Splendor Garden Walk
July 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Count Garden Club Garden Walk, 913 W. Wellington Court
The Muskegon County Garden Club, Inc. invites you to join them for the “Summer Splendor Garden Walk! Visit eight beautiful gardens in Muskegon for only $10.00. Children under 12 are free. For more information, call Rick Peters at 231-798-2915. Tickets are available at the Muskegon Convention & Visitors Bureau and from club members or at each home on the day of the walk. There will be refreshments and a plant & garden art sale along the way. This event is RAIN or SHINE.
White Lake Nature Walks
July 1 @ 10:30 am
White Lake Chamber of Commerce, 124 W. Hanson St.
Discover the beauty of the White Lake area! Local naturalists will lead guided tours of local natural areas and cover a variety of topics relating to native plants and wildlife. The walks are appropriate for adults and families, no children allowed without parents. Walks begin at 10:30am sharp and last until approximately noon. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Bring water and snacks if needed. Other optional items include: sunscreen, hat, umbrella, binoculars, sketchpad, and pencils or pens. Walks will take place regardless of weather, unless conditions are unsafe. Please call 231-893-4585 to confirm or if you have questions.
Sunset Lighthouse Tours
July 1 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach St.
The Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy is offering sunset tours of the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Saturdays in July from 5:00-8:00pm. The cost is $2 – $4. For more information, call 844-MLIGHTS or visit www.muskegonlights.org.
Summer Concert Series
July 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Maranatha Bible and Missionary Conference Tabernacle, 4759 Lake Harbor Road
Join Maranatha every Saturday at 7:00pm for their summer concert series! All concerts are free and open to the public and feature artists like Meredith Andrews, Selah and Ellie Holcomb. For more information visit vacationwithpurpose.org or call (231) 798-2161.
Sunday July 2, 2017
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
July 2 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Monday July 3, 2017
Muskegon Clippers Home Game
July 3 @ 7:00 pm
Marsh Field, 1800 Peck St.
Beginning this season, the Muskegon Clippers will now be part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League! This extremely well established league has been home to many players who went on to play in the Big Leagues. For more information, e-mail info@muskegonclippers.com.
Muskegon RockStock
July 3 – July 4
Heritage Landing, 1050 7th St.
The 8th annual Muskegon Rockstock will be held on July 3-4 at beautiful Heritage Landing! The mission is to provide a rockin’ family event at a reasonable price that supports all things local. This years 2 day 4th of July celebration will feature lots of great food, Budweiser and Craft Beers, vendors, tried and true music and NEW this year, KIDSTOCK a Kangaroo Palace special event for kids of all ages! Kicking things off and back by popular demand are the Crazy Babies – Ozzy Rebourne and Let There Be Rock (early AC DC) with The After Effect opening the show at 5:00pm on Monday July 3. Spike the Media will start the 4th of July party on Tuesday, featuring The Echoes of Pink Floyd with their amazing laser show kicking off the always brilliant fireworks show at the end of the event. A Portion of the proceeds will benefit NO MORE SIDELINES. See their website or facebook page for all the details at www.muskegonrockstock.com.
Lighthouse Tours
July 3 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Muskegon South Pierhead Light, 1431 Beach St.
The Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy is offering tours of the Muskegon South Pierhead Light Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in July and August from 1:00-5:00pm. The cost is $2 – $4. For more information, call 844-MLIGHTS or visit www.muskegonlights.org.
Roll On Muskegon
July 3 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave.
“Roll on Muskegon” is a fun, community, bicycle ride through the neighborhoods of Muskegon. Bikers meet every Monday at the downtown Muskegon Farmers’ Market. This easy 8 mph, family friendly ride begins at 6:30pm. For more information, find them on Facebook.
Please visit www.visitmuskegon.org for a complete list of events.
Our office will be closed Tuesday, July 4. We will be open Wednesday, July 5, 2017