Events Happening in Muskegon County – June 15-19, 2023

Please see the complete list of events happening in Muskegon on our website
www.visitmuskegon.org

Thursday, June 15

Urban Renewal Exhibit Opening
5:30pm-7:30pm
Muskegon History & Science Museum 430 W. Clay Ave. www.lakeshoremuseum.org

Two Chicks with a Plan present Juneteenth “The Play”
7:30pm
Beardsley Theater 425 W. Western Ave. For tickets visit www.frauenthal.org

Public Safety Youth Fishing Derby
3:30pm-6:30pm
Fisherman’s Landing Launch & Campground 501 E. Western Ave. Youth ages 8-12 years old are invited to attend the 30th Annual Youth Fishing Derby from 4p-6:30p. Sign-in begins at 3:30p. There is no charge to attend the Fishing Derby but prior registration is required. This event is limited to the first 200 youth who sign up. Contact emily.morgenstern@shorelinecity.com or 231-724-6764

2023 Miss Michigan and Miss Michigan’s Teen Scholarship Program
Frauenthal Center
Preliminary competition is Thursday. Miss Michigan Teen Competition will be held Friday. The finals will be Saturday June 17. For ticket information see website:
www.frauenthal.org/event/2023-miss-michigan-and-miss-michigans-teen-scholarship-program/

Muskegon Flea Market
8:00am-2:00pm
Muskegon Farmers Market 242 W. Western Ave.

Muskegon Museum of Art FREE Tours
11:00am-8:00pm
Muskegon Museum of Art 296 W. Webster Ave. Compliments of the Meijer Foundation.

Muskegon Trivia Night
7:00pm-9:00pm
Wonderland Distillery 1989 Lakeshore Dr. Arrive early to nab a good seat

Trivia Night
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Pub One Eleven, 111 W. Colby, Whitehall. General knowledge trivia along with music, fun, great food and beverages. Prizes for the Top 3 teams! pub111.com

Friday, June 16

West Michigan Juneteenth Celebration
5:00pm-9:00pm
Mona Lake Park 347 Lakeshore Blvd. Kids activities, games, food and live music from Big Daddy Fox

The Moxie Strings-Summer Festival Kickoff
7:30pm
Playhouse at White Lake 304 S. Mears. The Billboard-chart topping instrumental duo farewell tour. Purchase tickets in advance $25. Day of show $30 www.theplayhouseatwhitelake.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200432952

Stuffie Sleepover Storytime
4:00pm-5:00pm
Hackley Public Library 316 W. Webster Ave. For ages 0-5. Bring your favorite stuffie!

Food & Fun Fridays
2:00pm-3:00pm
Norton Shores Library 705 Seminole Rd. For ages 12-18. Each week an activity & food!

2023 Miss Michigan and Miss Michigan’s Teen Scholarship Program
Frauenthal Center
Preliminary competition is Thursday. Miss Michigan Teen Competition will be held Friday. The finals will be Saturday June 17. For ticket information see website:
www.frauenthal.org/event/2023-miss-michigan-and-miss-michigans-teen-scholarship-program/

South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00pm-5:00pm
Pere Marquette Beach Guests must be 3’ tall to climb. $5 adults, $3 children

Outdoor Adventure Weekend
12:00pm-5:00pm
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park 462 Scenic Dr. Reservations at www.msports.org

Parties in the Park: Aintee-Kim & U’neek Soul + Muskegon Youth Black Professionals
5:00pm-9:00pm
Hackley Park 350 W. Webster. Free entry. Tickets for food and beverages

Live Music at the Deck with Bootstrap Boys!
7:00pm-10:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge

Saturday, June 17

Veteran’s Park Walk-A-Thon (new location)
10:00am
Hackley Square across from Hackley Park. Walkers can choose between a .5 – 1 mile route. Please sign in at welcome table. All proceeds will benefit Veteran’s Memorial Park

Roaring 20s Tea Event
1:00pm-4:00pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Tickets on Eventbrite.

Open House / Star Park
9:30pm-11:59pm
Muskegon Astronomical Society 702 N. Maple Island Rd. Free but donations are welcome

Muskegon Juneteenth 5K Fun Run / Walk
8:00am-Noon
Heritage Landing 1050 Seventh St. Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/muskegon-juneteenth-5k-runwalk-tickets-622696220157

Black Business Expo
1:00pm-6:30pm
VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center 460 W. Western Ave. Free & Open to everyone!

44th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
10:00am-5:00pm
Goodrich Park 100 N. Lake St. Whitehall. Vendors, live music, food & more!

Muskegon Township Parks and Recreation Vendor and Craft Sale
9:00am-3:00pm
Softball World 878 S. Mill Iron Rd. Vendors of homemade and vendors. Free entrance

West Michigan Juneteenth Celebration
8:00pm-11:00pm
Mona Lake Park 347 Lakeshore Blvd. Comedy Show hosted by Deuce Deuce with performances from Victor Varnado, Joseph “Big Baby” Miles, Chad “Kool” Harris, Dave C and Ricarlo Winston

2023 Miss Michigan and Miss Michigan’s Teen Scholarship Program
Frauenthal Center
Preliminary competition is Thursday. Miss Michigan Teen Competition will be held Friday. The finals will be Saturday June 17. For ticket information see website:
www.frauenthal.org/event/2023-miss-michigan-and-miss-michigans-teen-scholarship-program/

Muskegon Clippers Baseball Home Game – vs- Michigan Monarchs
7:05pm-10:00pm
Marsh Field 1800 Peck St. $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, $2 for kids 5-12, kids under 5 free. Go Clippers!

Chelsea Berry: Polaris Series
7:00pm-10:00pm
Starlight Room 4765 Airline Rd. Doors open at 6:00pm For tickets thestarlightroom.net

South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00pm-5:00pm
Pere Marquette Beach Guests must be 3’ tall to climb. $5 adults, $3 children

June Saturday: Sound
12:00pm-2:00pm
Muskegon History & Science Museum 430 W. Clay Experiment seeing sounds visualized

WildWater Adventure
12:00pm-5:00pm
Michigan’s Adventure 4750 Whitehall Rd. www.miadventure.com for details!

Live Music at the Deck with The Carl Webb Band!
2:00pm-5:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge. No parking fees after 9:00pm

Live Music at the Deck with Willits Records Band
7:00pm-10:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge. No parking fees after 9:00pm

Outdoor Adventure Weekend
12:00pm-5:00pm
Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park 462 Scenic Dr. Reservations at www.msports.org

Muskegon Farmers Market
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muskegon Farmers Market, 242 W. Western Ave. muskegonfarmersmarket.com

Christopher Dragon
11:00am-1:00pm
Book Nook & Java Shop 8744 Ferry St. No cover-charge

Sunday, June 18

Happy Father’s Day FREE Tours for Muskegon County Dads!
1:00pm-4:00pm
Hackley & Hume Historic Site 484 W. Webster Ave. Last tour leaves at 4pm

44th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
11:00am-4:00pm
Goodrich Park 100 N. Lake St. Whitehall. Vendors, live music, food & more!

West Michigan Juneteenth Celebration
8:00pm-11:00pm
Mona Lake Park 347 Lakeshore Blvd. 3:30 Juneteenth Community Choir 6:00 pm Live music from Sarena Rae 8:00 pm Live music from Uneek Soul Dusk Fireworks

South Pierhead Light Tours
1:00pm-5:00pm
Pere Marquette Beach Guests must be 3’ tall to climb. $5 adults, $3 children

Live Music at the Deck with Post Fontaine!
12:00pm-3:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge

Live Music at the Deck with Jesse Ray & the Carolina Catfish!
5:00pm-8:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge

Monday, June 19

Start of Summer Celebration
12:00pm-8:00pm
Craig’s Cruisers 1551 Pontaluna Rd. Balloon artists, face painting & more! $35

Captain Joel Tacey
Muskegon Area District Library
10:30am-11:30am
8778 Ferry St., Montague

1:00pm-2:00pm
8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd., Holton

3:00pm-4:00pm
3157 5th St., Twin Lake
Travel the globe with Captain Joel as he magically brings a cruise of books to life! This exciting variety show features wacky stunts, magic, and lots of audience participation that will make kids laugh like crazy. This is a free event for everyone to enjoy!

Live Music at the Deck with Plain Jane Glory!
6:00pm-9:00pm
The Deck 1601 Beach St. No cover-charge

Stage for a Day
9:00am-5:00pm
Playhouse at White Lake 304 S. Mears. For ages 5-14. Performance at 4:30 to showcase what they learned! For reservations or questions call 231-894-4048