Events Happening in Muskegon County – Monday June 28- Monday July 05, 2021

Please check our website for a complete list
www.visitmuskegon.org

Monday June 28:

Muskegon South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00 pm

Walk the South Pierhead Pier located at 1431 Beach St. (accessible through NOAA property at the north end of Pere Marquette Park) and climb the 54 stairs to the top of the Light for the best view of the lake shore.

Downtown Muskegon Historic Walking Tours
10:00 am – 11:30 am

Join Lakeshore Museum Center located at 430 W. Clay for a 90-minute walking tour to explore Muskegon’s rich history as well as it’s exciting present! Learn about the past and current uses and occupants of many of Muskegon’s historic businesses and residences. $13-$15 per person www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Downtown Muskegon Art and Architecture Tour
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Walk and learn about the public art installations, murals, and architectural styles of downtown Muskegon. Stops include the statues in Hackley Park, Richardsonian Romanesque buildings, and the recent summer art additions to downtown. Tickets are available on Eventbrite (https://historyandarttour.eventbrite.com) and are $15 per person, museum members $13 Two ticket minimum.

Hackley Library Crafts
Visit Hackley Library website daily to see what take home crafts they have for you. www.hackleylibrary.org 231-722-8000 Limited Supply of crafts.

Wonderland Cruise-In Car Show
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Check out classic cars every Monday this summer! Wonderland Distilling Co. located at 1989 Lakeshore Dr. presents a classic car show in the parking lot across the street from their venue. This is a cruise-in style show with no entry fee. Feel free to hang out, see the cool cars, or show off your own.

Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1. Beachwood Park is outdoor location. The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Tuesday June 29:

35th Annual ACWL-Nuveen FREE Summer Concert Series: Magic Bus 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

All Ages FREE! (donations collected during intermission) Free crafts for kids will be available at each concert, thanks to the City of Montague. Concerts will be held at the Montague-Whitehall Rotary Band Shell located at 8636 Water St. Rain location is the Montague High School Center for the Arts: 4900 Stanton Blvd. Montague. www.artswhitelake.org

Yoga On The Ship ($8) – Rootdown Yoga. Juice. Greens.
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We’re excited to bring back Yoga on the USS LST 393 located at 560 Mart St. Downtown Muskegon on Tuesday evenings for only $8. Come connect with community and flow with some of the best views in Muskegon. All Levels Welcome! *Pre-registration recommended but not required *Don’t forget your mat, as rentals will not be provided.

Muskegon Farmers Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open outside Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday until November.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Wednesday June 30:

unWINEd Aboard the Aquastar
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Spend some quality time out on the water aboard the Aquastar located at 560 Mart St. enjoying the views while sampling some of our favorite wines! You will enjoy 5 samples of great wines, a beautiful sunset cruise and have a commemorative glass to take home. $42 each person.

Cruise-ins at Fricano Place
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Cruise-in nights at Fricano Place every Wednesday located at1050 W. Western Ave. Bring your beautiful cars and set up in the shaded, grassy area.

Comedy Night at Burl and Sprig
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Fresh Ghost Comedy presents live, FREE admission comedy show at Burl & Sprig Distillery located at 500 W. Western Ave. in downtown Muskegon.

Muskegon Flea Market Opens for the Season
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Flea Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. opens Wednesday, May 5, at 8:00 AM. Flea Market open every Wednesday, May – October.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Swing Dance – Free Event
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

We will be offering weekly Swing dance events every Wednesday in June at the Olthoff Stage, Western Ave. at Third St. The events will be a beginner’s lesson and open dancing. Take the lesson or just come and dance. Your choice. No partner or experience needed.

Thursday July 1:

Aquastar Luau Cruise
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Hawaiian Vibes on the Lake aboard the Aquastar located at 560 Mart. St. Listen to the sounds of the Hawaiian Islands, enjoy some time out on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan and maybe Mother Nature will treat us to a West Michigan sunset! The Pacific Island Dancers will be on hand to show off their beautiful Hawaiian dancing. www.aquastarcruises.com for tickets

Unruly Irish Music Sessions
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

One of the most time-honored musical traditions in Ireland is the “seisiún”: an informal gathering of amateur musicians, usually at the local pub, playing traditional Irish folk and dance tunes. Continuing their commitment to enriching the Irish cultural heritage of West Michigan, Unruly Brewing located at 360 W. Western Av. has graciously offered to host a series of trad session on the first and third Thursday of every month. 231-288-1068

Muskegon Farmers Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open outside Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday until November.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50
 
Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1. Beachwood Park is outdoor location. The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday.

Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Thursdays
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Free museum admission all day every Thursdays at the Muskegon Art museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave., compliments of The Meijer Foundation. Please remember your mask.

Friday July 2:

WeDiscover Festival
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm

A Hot New Independence Day Festival Has Been Announced! 
The WeDiscover Festival will encompass multiple city blocks of Downtown Muskegon and the Beachfront of Lake Michigan over the Fourth of July weekend.
The main event will be held Saturday, July 3 with a three-day modified and exotic car show, electronic dance music festival, food vendors, the new social drinking district, food truck alley, urban art installations and a massive firework festival by Melrose Pyrotechnics. Cars will be parked along Western Avenue.
SCHEDULE 
Friday July 2

3 pm to 7 pm – Hot Import Nights and Luxury Rally Club​ Car Show Vehicle & Rally Arrival on Western Ave
3 pm to 7 pm Urban Art Installations
7 pm to 10 pm – Stage Pre-Entertainment
Best karma about the event? Proceeds will benefit Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore
VisitMuskegon for #WeDiscover21
www.luxuryrallyclub.com

Muskegon Clippers Home Baseball Game –vs- Jet Box
7:05 pm – 9:00 pm

Come out to a game at Muskegon’s historic Marsh Field located at 1800 Peck St. This is an amateur sports team. With a number of great players signed, this should be some exciting and high quality baseball! Single game tickets for all home games are available at the front gate up to an hour before each game. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults – $5 Seniors & Students – $3 Kids 5-12 – $2 Kids under 5 – FREE. KIDS OF ALL AGES ARE ABLE TO RUN THE BASES AFTER EVERY HOME CLIPPERS GAME AT MARSH FIELD!!! Check out their website www.muskegonclippers.com. #GO CLIPPERS!

Aquastar Afternoon Cruise
4:00pm – 6:00pm and 8:30pm – 10:30pm

Get your camera ready and enjoy the breezes while cruising the lake during our cruises aboard the Aquastar located at 560 Mart St. To purchase tickets visit www.aquastarcruises.com  for questions please call 231-903-0669

Live Music at Smash Wine Bar Bistro
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Live Music Fridays & Saturdays located at 415 W. Western Ave. 8pm-10pm. Check their website www.smashwinebar.com or FB page for the schedule.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

and one is found here in Muskegon! The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

After Dark Tour
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site AFTER DARK located at 484 W. Webster Ave.! See all five floors of the houses on this classic tour offered on the first Friday of every month May – October from 9-10 pm. Join us to learn more about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and the Victorian Era in Muskegon.

Saturday July 3:

WeDiscover Festival
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm

A Hot New Independence Day Festival Has Been Announced! 
The WeDiscover Festival will encompass multiple city blocks of Downtown Muskegon and the Beachfront of Lake Michigan over the Fourth of July weekend.
The main event will be held Saturday, July 3 with a three-day modified and exotic car show, electronic dance music festival, food vendors, the new social drinking district, food truck alley, urban art installations and a massive firework festival by Melrose Pyrotechnics. Cars will be parked along Western Avenue.
SCHEDULE
Saturday July 3

Noon to 11 pm – Main Festival Hours
– Main Stage w/ EDM Headliners
– Vendors Midway
– Hot Import Nights and Luxury Rally Club​ Car Show on Western Ave
– Social Drinking District
– Food Truck Alley
– Urban Art Installations
10:25 pm – Fireworks Extravaganza
Best karma about the event? Proceeds will benefit Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore #VisitMuskegon for #WeDiscover21
www.luxuryrallyclub.com

5th Annual Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show and Benefit
10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Lighthouse For Veterans presents the 5th Annual Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show & Benefit located at the Mart Dock 560 Mart St.! Enter your ride, or come as a spectator! Trophies for top 3 in Bike, 4×4 and Patriotic categories and Top 10 for general. FOOD TRUCKS: Two Hot Tamales, Holy Smokers BBQ, Kona Ice and Ice Box Brand Ice Cream Bars.

Muskegon Fourth of July Fireworks
10:30 pm

The fireworks are on July 3rd and will begin at 10:30 pm. The city of Muskegon will be shooting from the parking lot next to the Social Security building on Morris Street. It’s a large show – it will be one of the biggest in West Michigan! Western Avenue will be closed so pedestrians will be able to walk freely within the social district without danger of vehicles. There will be two trams who will be driving the perimeter giving free rides downtown.

White Lake Area 4th of July Parade
10:00 am – 11:00 am

Beginning at 10 a.m., join us for the White Lake Area 4th of July parade located at 124 W. Hanson St.! The parade route travels from Whitehall City Hall to Downtown Montague with over 100 entries. You won’t want to miss the family fun offered at our annual parade!

Muskegon Clippers Home Baseball Game –vs- Leprechauns
7:05 pm – 9:00 pm

Come out to a game at Muskegon’s historic Marsh Field located at 1800 Peck St. This is an amateur sports team. With a number of great players signed, this should be some exciting and high quality baseball! Single game tickets for all home games are available at the front gate up to an hour before each game. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults – $5 Seniors & Students – $3 Kids 5-12 – $2 Kids under 5 – FREE. KIDS OF ALL AGES ARE ABLE TO RUN THE BASES AFTER EVERY HOME CLIPPERS GAME AT MARSH FIELD!!! Check out their website www.muskegonclippers.com. #GO CLIPPERS!

Muskegon Astronomical Society Star Party
9:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Star Parties are scheduled events hosted by members located at 702 N. Maple Island Rd.  All visitors are welcomed, but please wear a mask and respect social distance.  There is no charge, however donations are greatly appreciated.  We will be viewing the night sky with our telescopes.  If it is cloudy, the event is canceled.  We’ll try to introduce you to amateur astronomy and have plenty of handouts on how to get started.  Feel free to bring your own telescope.  We want to help you get started and make adjustments, but remember contact needs to be kept at a minimum.” www.stargazing.net

Aquasta Cruises
1:00pm – 3:00pm, 4:00pm – 6:00pm and 8:30pm-10:30pm

Get your camera ready and enjoy the breezes while cruising the lake aboard the Aquastar located at 560 Mart St. To purchase tickets visit www.aquastarcruises.com  for questions please call 231-903-0669

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Muskegon Farmers Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open outside Saturdays until November.

Sweetwater Local Foods Market
10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sweetwater Local Foods Market, 6401 Harvey St.
Sweetwater Local Foods Market will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Sign up for the newsletter to get your order in here: https://tinyletter.com/SweetwaterLocalFoodsMkt or get the list from the website here: sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust!

Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
BoomTown Market, 351 W. Western Ave

Boomtown Market invites you to free Draft, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Sample unique Craft Beers on Tap from all around Michigan! If you like it, we’ll can a 32 ounce-er for you right then and there!

Free Summer Concert: Josh Wilson
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Each year the Maranatha Bible & Missionary Conference Center located at 4759 Lake Harbor Rd. has a free summer concert series open to the public. If you want to purchase dinner before the concert you receive preferred seating!  www.vacationwithpurpose.org/summer-concert

Sunday July 4:

Aquastar Afternoon Cruise
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm and 8:30pm – 10:30pm

Get your camera ready and enjoy the breezes while cruising the lake aboard the Aquastar located at 560 Mart St. To purchase tickets visit www.aquastarcruises.com  for questions please call 231-903-0669

White Lake Fourth of July Fireworks
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sponsored by the Montague Whitehall Rotary Club, the White Lake Fourth of July Fireworks will be held Sunday, July 4 at dusk at the north end of White Lake.

WeDiscover Festival
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm

A Hot New Independence Day Festival Has Been Announced! 
The WeDiscover Festival will encompass multiple city blocks of Downtown Muskegon and the Beachfront of Lake Michigan over the Fourth of July weekend.
The main event will be held Saturday, July 3 with a three-day modified and exotic car show, electronic dance music festival, food vendors, the new social drinking district, food truck alley, urban art installations and a massive firework festival by Melrose Pyrotechnics. Cars will be parked along Western Avenue.
SCHEDULE:
Sunday July 4

11 am to 3 pm – Cruise & Rally to Lake Michigan Beachfront
11 am to 3 pm – Urban Art Installations
MAIN EDM STAGE: Nurko, Kim Lee, Kill Bambi,Shannon Williams
Choff. ALT STAGES. DJ Miami, Nicki Nel
Best karma about the event? Proceeds will benefit Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore #VisitMuskegon for #WeDiscover21
www.luxuryrallyclub.com

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50 231-798-2608

Monday July 5:
Our office is closed today

Wonderland Cruise-In Car Show
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Check out classic cars every Monday this summer! Wonderland Distilling Co. located at 1989 Lakeshore Dr. presents a classic car show in the parking lot across the street from their venue. This is a cruise-in style show with no entry fee. Feel free to hang out, see the cool cars, or show off your own.

Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1. Beachwood Park is outdoor location. The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday.

Movies at the Getty Drive-In Theatre
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Getty Drive-In Theatre located at 920 E. Summit Ave. offers a double feature on 4 outdoor screens. Tune your car radio to the cinematic sounds coming from the big screen. Movies begin at dusk. Tickets a can be pre-ordered here bit.ly/GettyDriveInWebsite Adult $11.00 Child (6-12) $6.50 Senior Citizen (60+) $7.00 College Student $7.00 TACO Tuesday Adult $7.50

Muskegon South Pierhead Light Storytime
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Join us for one of our Annual Special Events at the Muskegon South Pierhead Light located at 1431 Beach Street. Storytime with the Lighthouse Keeper every Monday at 3 p.m. during July and August. Parking is available in Margaret Drake Elliot Park behind the US Coast Guard Station.