ONGOING Now through September 20 Inspired By... Arts Council of White Lake, Whitehall Ten local artists have created works that were inspired by a

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1 ONGOING Now through September 20 Inspired By... Arts Council of White Lake, Whitehall Ten local artists have created works that were inspired by a favorite masterpiece. Now through September 25 Splishin and a Splashin Public art display featuring large bathtub toys and bathtubs! Now through Grand Haven Musical Fountain Waterfront Stadium, Grand Haven Nightly shows through Sept. 7; Fridays and Saturdays only Sept , 18-19, Now through September 29 Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival Downtown Holland A celebration of Latino art and culture through film, visual arts, music, dance, and poetry. Now through September Obsolete Technology: Then and Now Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven The focus of this exhibit is old-fashioned technology. Now into October U-pick Apples Crane Orchards, Fennville For dates and times, visit Now thru October 11 Open-Air European Farm Market Corner of Red Arrow Highway and Lakeshore Road, New Buffalo Choose from produce, fresh-cut restaurant-grade steaks, art, jewelry, photographs, breads, pastries, coffee, concrete garden art, clothing, candles, soaps, flowers, and more. Now thru October 23 MI ARTS: All Michigan All Media Visual Art Competition Holland Area Arts Council, Holland Now thru October 31 Muskegon Historic Sites Open Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon The Hackley & Hume homes, the Fire Barn Museum, and Scolnik House of the Depression Era are open. Visit for hours and admission fees. Now thru October Happy Birthday Snurfer! Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Snurfer, which was born in Muskegon, and the advent of snowboarding. Now thru October 31 WATER Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Museum, Saugatuck Learn about nature s ways and the life and times of the people of Saugatuck from early times to the present. Open weekends only in September and October. Now thru November 1 Amazin Corn Maze Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era Visit for days and hours. Now thru November Mysteries Beneath the Waves: Wrecks of the Sunset Coast Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven Explore the science behind bodies of fresh water maintaining shipwrecks in exquisite shape. Now thru November Fatal Crossing Michigan Maritime Museum, South Haven This exhibit explores the only commercial airline accident in Michigan waters and the worst aviation disaster in the country at the time. Now thru November Armchair Archaeology: From Hobby to History Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon This exhibit explores early archaeology practices and philosophies that would be considered controversial today, and showcases the local men who did it right. Now thru December The Big Three: Boat and Shipbuilding in Benton Harbor and St. Joseph The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center, St. Joseph This exhibition tells the story of the Robinson Marine Construction Company, a builder of fine wood pleasure boats from 1926 to Now thru March 23, 2016 Collector s Corner: Beatles Memorabilia

2 Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon On display are album covers, fan club cards, a Beatles-themed Trivial Pursuit game, and much more. Now thru May 1, 2016 Colossal Avian Avatars Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon This art installation of five sculptures, each one between 18 and 26-feet tall, symbolizes a mythical bird. Now thru May 2016 Thursday Family Fun Nights, 4-8:30 p.m. Silver Beach Carousel, St. Joseph Games for kids, make-and-take arts and crafts, and carousel rides for half price on Thursday nights! September 11 thru October 24 The Wedding: 25 Years of Love & Art South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven September 17 thru October 11 ArtPrize Seven at GRAM: Nature/Nurture Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids This exhibition features explores the circumstances of every-day life and the complex character of identify. September 22 thru October 10 Light & Illumination... Arts Council of White Lake, Whitehall This exhibition celebrates the gift of light in our lives. September 23 thru October 11 Grand Haven ArtWalk 2015 Downtown Grand Haven A showcase of works from the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). September 23 thru October 11 ArtPrize Various locations throughout Grand Rapids. ArtPrize is one of the most prestigious art competitions in the world and is open to any artist. Last week of September into October Crane Orchards Hayrides and Cow Train Weekends Crane Orchards, Fennville Open Saturdays and Sundays only as long as U-pick apples are available. For dates and times, visit October William Randall: Circles of Life Arts Council of White Lake, Whitehall October 30 through November 1 FRESH Michigan Sculpture Challenge South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven Sculpture will adorn both floors of the building and outside! November th Annual Fall into the Arts: Masks Arts Council of White Lake, Whitehall November 14 thru May 23, 2016 Storytelling Through the Mail: Tall Tale Postcards Exhibit Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon The exhibit features more than 80 examples of postcards from around the U.S. that tell humorous stories of exaggeration and fictional accounts that are presented as truth. November 20 thru January 10, 2016 Dorothea Lange s America Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph Lange s empathetic images of migrant workers, suffering families, and tortured landscapes during the Great Depression, are part of American cultural history. November 27 through August 14, 2016 GRAM Selects ArtPrize Seven: Encore Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids This exhibition showcases some of the strongest works during the 2015 ArtPrize. SEPTEMBER September 5, 12, 19, 26 Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville September 6, 12, 19, 26 Horse-drawn Trolley Rides September 6, 13, 20, 27 Fulton Street Artisans Market Fulton Street, Grand Rapids September 9 John Mortensen, pianist

3 September 10 Flywheelers Antique Engine & Tractor Show Michigan Flywheelers Museum, South Haven September 11 Mt. Baldhead 1K Little Feet, Big Feat (Kids) Challenge, 6pm Beery Field, Douglas September Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Cook-Off Festival Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area September th Annual Wine & Harvest Festival Paw Paw September Allegan County Fair Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 12 6th Annual Grape Stomp Baroda Founders, Baroda September 12 Mt. Baldhead 5K & 15K Challenge Run Beery Field, Douglas September 12 9th Annual Taste of Benzie & Beyond Frankfort September 12 Arts Alive Downtown Manistee MAI fall festival of juried fine arts and crafts. September 12 C.O.V.E. Benefit 5K and Beach Run/Walk Pentwater September 12 Young Talent Showcase, presented by Riversong Box Factory for the Arts, St. Joseph September 12 Music on the River Saugatuck & Douglas Enjoy your favorite local and regional musicians at venues along the Kalamazoo River between Saugatuck and Douglas. September 12, 19, 26 Horse-drawn Trolley Rides September 12, 19, 26 Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville September LRCR Manistee Monster Mania Fishing Tournament Manistee September WMUS Weekend Lewis Farm Market, New Era September Mount Baldy Fall Hill Climb Silver Lake State Park, Silver Lake Area September 13 Rachel Barton Pine, violinist, with SW MI Symphony Orchestra September 13, 20, 27 Fulton Street Artisans Market Fulton Street, Grand Rapids September Scottville Harvest Festival Downtown Scottville September Michigan Irish Music Festival Heritage Landing, Muskegon

4 September 18 Live Mannequin Night Downtown Holland September Grand Haven Salmon Festival Downtown Grand Haven & Municipal Marina September Annual Rock, Gem, Fossil & Jewelry Show Holland Civic Center, Holland September Hops & Props on the River Downtown Manistee Enjoy craft brews and classic wooden boats. September 19 Fall Peddlers Market Zeeland September 19 Artoberfest Benton Harbor Arts District, Benton Harbor September 19 iluminate LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor September 19 Carla Trynchuk & Olga Kaler, violin duet September 19 Steve Brundage, guitarist Box Factory for the Arts, St. Joseph September 19 Clothesline Art Show Wicks Park, Saugatuck September 19, 26 A Glow in the Park Luminous Trail Charles Mears State Park, Pentwater September 19, 26 Horse-drawn Trolley Rides September Civil War Muster Historic Van Raalte Farm Park, Holland Free admission! September Rock 101 Weekend Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era September Western Michigan Old Engine Club Tractor Pulls Scottville Riverside Park, Scottville September 20 JJ Heller, Christian singer/songwriter September 20, 27 Fulton Street Artisans Market Fulton Street, Grand Rapids September 23 thru October 11 Grand Haven Artwalk September 24 Fall History in Action Days Historic White Pine Village, Ludington September 25 Last Friday of the Month Gallery Stroll Downtown Pentwater September Oktoberfest West Michigan John Ball Zoological Garden Park, Grand Rapids September Fall Festival and Wine & Food Festival & Public Art Auction Bed races, petting farm, public art auction, and live entertainment highlight this fun-filled weekend!

5 Joshua Davis LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor Alumni Gala Weko Beach Brewers Festival Weko Beach, Bridgman Grand River Run Grand Rapids 8K hybrid, 5K, and 2K family fun run/walk/roll. Park2Park ½ Marathon & 5K Ottawa County Fairgrounds, Holland A Glow in the Park Luminous Trail Charles Mears State Park, Pentwater Wine Festival & Public Art Auction Whirlpool Centennial Park, St. Joseph Gemini and All God s Children Box Factory for the Arts, St. Joseph Horse-drawn Trolley Rides Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville Holland Symphony Orchestra, Classics I Season Opener Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland -27 Jammin in the Vineyard Round Barn Winery, Baroda Live music and wine tasting. -27 S More Summer Festival Weekend Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era -27 Annual Fall Fest Art & Craft Fair On the Village Green, Pentwater -27 Harvest Festival Rockford -27, October 3-4 & Make It & Take Scarecrow Scarecrow building down by the dam. September 27 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan September 27 Mirasol Quartet September 27 Kids ArtFest! 2015 Grand Rapids Children s Museum Veteran s Park, Grand Rapids September 27 Fulton Street Artisans Market Fulton Street, Grand Rapids September Apple Cider Century Bicycle Tour

6 Three Oaks OCTOBER October 1, 8, 15 Fall History in Action Days Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 1-3 Buster Keaton Society Convention & Film Festival Frauenthal Theater, Muskegon October 1-4 Four Flags Area Apple Festival Niles October 1-31 Macabre Manistee County Manistee County All month long, enjoy harvest festivals, haunted houses, Halloween parades, the Manistee Ghost Ship, and more! October 2 Annual Golden Fair Parade & Celebration Downtown Mears Every Friday and Saturday in October Manistee s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee historic railroad car ferry, Manistee Can you survive five decks of chills, thrills, and scares? October 2-3 Muskegon Oktoberfest Muskegon State Park, Winter Sports Complex, Muskegon October 2-3 Zeeland PumpkinFest Downtown Zeeland October 2-4 Annual Pulaski Days Celebration Grand Rapids October 3 Thomas Kubinek, comic LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor October 3 Wedgwood Trio October 3 Benzie County Fall Fest Beulah and Benzonia October 3 Vine Wine d 5K & 1 Mile Run Fenn Valley Winery, Fennville October 3 Fall Festival & Game Day 5K Sports-themed 5K and family fun run followed by Fall Fest, which includes food, games, and fun activities for the entire family. October 3 Oktoberfest Fall Party & Benefit Hilton Garden Inn, St. Joseph Benefits the Curious Kids Museum. Reservation/fee charged. October 3 White Lake Area Guided Nature Walk Whitehall Meet at White Lake Area C of C, where a naturalist leads the guided tour of local natural areas talking about native plants and wildlife. October 3, 10, 17 Depot to Depot Fall Color Tour Whitehall to Muskegon Travel one of Michigan s most scenic drives. October 3, 10, 24 Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 3-4 Rocktober Festival Weekend Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era October 3-4

7 26th Annual Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour South Haven to Saugatuck October 3-4 & Make It & Take Scarecrow Scarecrow building down by the dam. October 4 Antiques on the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph October 4 Horse-drawn Trolley Rides October 4 French Heritage Celebration Michigan s Heritage Park, Whitehall Celebrate French-Canadian Heritage Day. October 5-10 Frankfort Craft Beer Week Frankfort October 8 Paint the Town Pink Downtown Manistee October 8 Little Black Dress Party Shadowland Pavilion, Silver Beach Center, St. Joseph October 8, 15 Fall History in Action Days Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 9-10 Fall Festival Downtown Holland Participate in Holland s first-ever Fall Festival! October 9-10 Oktoberfest Downtown Ludington Beer, bicycles, music, food, and more make up this weekend of fall fun! October 9-10 Annual Oktoberfest / Classic Car & Hot Rod Show Pentwater Every Friday and Saturday in October Manistee s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee historic railroad car ferry, Manistee Can you survive five decks of chills, thrills, and scares? October 9-11 Annual Goose Festival Fennville Enjoy a parade, arts and crafts show, live entertainment, and more. October 10 Benzie County Fall Festival Frankfort and Elberta October 10 Lakeshore Brewfest Camp Blodgett, Grand Haven Support Camp Blodgett and kids at the annual Brewfest beer tasting. October 10 Annual Homestead Fall Fest Stokes Homestead Farm Market, Grand Junction Arts and crafts fair, pumpkin fun, wagon rides, live music, and more. October 10 Pumpkin Carve Eighth Street Farmers Market, Holland Pumpkin carving competition. October 10 Autumn Days Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 10 Pumpkinfest /Fall Fest Montague and Whitehall New this year the annual Pumpkinfest and Fall Fest are on the same day! Participate in the annual Pumpkin Roll down Dowling Hill plus many more fun fall events!

8 October 10 10th Annual Harvest & Wine Festival Downtown New Buffalo October 10 C.O.V.E. Home Tour & Used Book Sale Pentwater October 10, 17 Depot to Depot Fall Color Tour Whitehall to Muskegon Travel one of Michigan s most scenic drives. October 10, 24 Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October Autumn Fest Weekend Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era October Make It & Take Scarecrow Scarecrow building down by the dam. October Fall Gallery Stroll Weekend Saugatuck and Douglas October Western Michigan Old Engine Club Tractor Pulls Scottville October 11 Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra Concert Benzie Central High School Auditorium, Benzonia October 11 Christopher O Riley, piano, with SW MI Symphony Orchestra Howard Performing Art Center, Andrews University, Berrien Springs October 11 Holland Train Show Holland Civic Center, Holland Check out model trains from vintage to late models. October 11 Chili Cook Off Wicks Park, Saugatuck Enjoy chili from your favorite area restaurants while listening to local performers. October 15 Fall History in Action Days Historic White Pine Village, Ludington Every Friday and Saturday in October Manistee s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee historic railroad car ferry, Manistee Can you survive five decks of chills, thrills, and scares? October South Haven Harvest Festival South Haven Celebrate the harvest! Participate in a zombie 5K, on a hayride, at the cider and beer tent, farm market, polka bands and dancing, a pie-baking contest, and so much more! October th Annual Founders Peak2Peak Mountain Festival Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville Mountain Bike Classic on Oct. 17. October 17 Rhythmic Circus: Feet Don t Fail Me Now LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor October 17 Haunted St. Joseph Tours The Heritage Museum & Cultural Center, St. Joseph October 17 Tour de Tykes Bike Race Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville

9 October 17 Depot to Depot Fall Color Tour Whitehall to Muskegon Travel one of Michigan s most scenic drives. October 17 Trades Through Time Michigan s Heritage Park, Whitehall Demonstrations of how early settlers made everyday items such as yarn. October 17, 23-24, 30 Haunted Forest Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October Fall Fling Festival Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era October 18 Euclid Quartet October 18 Grand Rapids Marathon Grand Rapids October 18 Star of Saugatuck Last Trip of the Season Saugatuck October 18 Boo on Your Bike! Kal-Haven Trail, South Haven Ride the trail where you will find treats and scary surprises along the way! October Frankfort Film Festival Garden Theater, Frankfort October 23 Autumn Art Hop Benton Harbor Arts District, Benton Harbor October Haunted Fairgrounds Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington October 23-24, 30 Haunted Forest Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville Every Friday and Saturday in October Manistee s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee historic railroad car ferry, Manistee Can you survive five decks of chills, thrills, and scares? October 24 Haunted Museum Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven October 24 Haunted Village Historic White Pine Village, Ludington October 24 Boos, Brews & Brats Halloween Event Downtown Manistee October 24 Ski Swap Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 24 Chairlift Rides & Live Entertainment Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 24 Holland Symphony Orchestra, Classics II A New Work is Born Zeeland East High School, Dewitt Auditorium, Zeeland October 30 Glow in the Park Party Beery Park, Douglas Costume party, face painting, a beer tent, and more.

10 October 30 Haunted Forest Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville October 30 Downtown Trick-or-Treat Zeeland Every Friday and Saturday in October Manistee s Ghost Ship S.S. City of Milwaukee historic railroad car ferry, Manistee Can you survive five decks of chills, thrills, and scares? October Haunted Halloween Events Michigan Maritime Museum Campus, South Haven October 31 Adult Halloween Celebration & Parade, 10pm Douglas October 31 Trick-or-Treating Downtown Grand Haven & Tri-Cities Historical Museum October 31 Halloween Parade & Trick-or-Treating Downtown Ludington October 31 Annual Halloween Spooktacular Downtown Pentwater October 31 Trick-or-Treat October 31 Halloween Parade Saugatuck/Douglas October 31 Halloween in Saugatuck/Douglas Free rides in Saugatuck, Douglas, and Saugatuck Township on the Interurban. NOVEMBER November 1 Pumpkin Destruction! Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm, New Era Market closes for the season with a smash a pumpkin smash! November 2-29 Fall Lakeland Artists Show Tri-Cities Historical Center, Grand Haven November 6 West Michigan Symphony: American Music Old & New Frauenthal Center, Muskegon November 6 Artisan Market 2015 Premier Party Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph November st Annual Beneath the Wreath The Cultural Center, Grand Rapids This shopping event raises money for the Junior League of Grand Rapids local charity projects. November 6-7 Downtown Holland Gallery Walk Holland November 7 Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood: Two Man Group LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor November 7-8 Apparel from the Past & Shawnee Road Antiques Fall Sale Baroda November Artisan Market

11 Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph November 7, 14 Harvest Winemaker s Dinners Fenn Valley Winery, Fennville November 8 Lest We Forget s Musical Tribute to Patriotism LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor November 9-12 Soup s On Krasl Art Center, St. Joseph Enjoy homemade soup, bread, and a beverage before or after you shop the Artisan Market. November 11 Veteran s Day Assembly & Breakfast Pentwater Public School November th Annual Women s Only Weekend (WOW) South Haven Enjoy a long, relaxing weekend of shopping, dining, pampering, and fun! November Annual Holiday Bazaar First Congregational Church, Saugatuck The bazaar features homemade baked goods and jams and handwork items (knitting, crocheting, sewing). November 13 thru December 24 Annual Mistletoe Market South Haven Center for the Arts, South Haven Find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, and maybe even something for yourself from southwest Michigan artists. November 14 Harvest Winemaker s Dinner Fenn Valley Winery, Fennville November 14 Holiday Marketplace Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven Shop for hand-crafted gift items. November 15 Victor Rosenbaum, pianist November Festival of Trees Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Featuring themed trees decorated by professional designers to be auctioned to benefit the MMA. November 20 Light Night Downtown Grand Haven Kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the holiday lights in downtown Grand Haven and retailer open houses. November 20 Luminary Festival Stroll candle-lit streets with more than 1,000 luminaries lighting. Enjoy free horse-drawn trolley rides, holiday music, and refreshments. November White Lake Area Holiday Walk Montague and Whitehall On Friday evening luminaries line the streets and carolers sing holiday songs. On Saturday, enjoy holiday shopping, carriage rides, visits with Santa, and riding the Muskegon Trolley. November Holiday Open Houses Downtown merchants decorated in holiday finery offer specials, door prizes, and holiday treats! November 21 Holiday Preview Saugatuck/Douglas Area Greet the holiday season in downtown Saugatuck and Douglas. Shops are open til 9:00 p.m., luminaries line the sidewalks, and trolley service will run between the two communities. November 21 thru December 12 Dutch WinterFest Downtown Holland Kick off the holiday season at WinterFest. Activities include a European open-air Kerstmarkt, Sinterklaas Eve, a Parade of Lights, music, and more. November 21 thru December 12 Holiday Kerstmarkt Downtown Holland Do you holiday shopping at this open-air European-style market. Choose from a variety of hand-made, original items. November 22

12 Aureole Trio November 25 Holiday Events Downtown New Buffalo November 25 South Haven Ice Rink Opens! (weather permitting) Huron Street Pavilion, South Haven November 26 11th Annual 5K Turkey Vulture Trot Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville November 26 Turkey Trot 8k Zeeland Late November thru December 24 (days and hours vary) Santa s Shoppe Downtown Holland Children can sit on Santa s lap and share their wishes! November 27 Hart s Hometown Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Downtown Hart Following the parade, meet Santa and enjoy cider and doughnuts in the Hart Historic District. November New Buffalo Holiday Celebration Downtown New Buffalo Shop local, tree-lighting ceremony, and Santa! November 27 through December Festival of Trees City Hall, South Haven Hours vary. November 28 Holly Berry Art & Craft Fair Frankfort Annual indoor art and craft fair featuring more than 100 artists. November 28 Frankfort Community Tree Lighting Rotary Park, Downtown Frankfort November 28 Holiday Craft Show Ludington Area Center for the Arts, Ludington November 28 Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade Downtown Ludington November 28 Holidays in the City Downtown Muskegon Enjoy discounts, sales, and giveaways, an artisans market and craft show at various Muskegon locations. November 28 Santa Parade & Tree Lighting Downtown New Buffalo. November 28 Festival of Lights Tree Lighting and Santa s Arrival The Village Green, Pentwater Enjoy an old-fashioned hometown Christmas with the lighting of the community tree, Santa s arrival, and merchant open houses. November 28 Winter Greenmarket Saugatuck Center for the Arts, Saugatuck Deck your halls with fresh greens and wreaths from the Greenmarket. November 28 Small Business Saturday Statewide Buy locally to support community businesses. November Holiday Tours at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Celebrate the holidays with a tour of the homes of two of Muskegon s most well-known lumber barons. Admission is $7 for adults and teens, $5 for 65 and older, and free

13 admission for 12 and younger. Tours on Nov. 28 are from 5:00-8:00 p.m.; tours on Nov. 29 are from 1:00-4:00 p.m. November Merchant Open Houses Downtown Pentwater Refreshments, food, and in-store specials. November 28 thru December 24 Christmas Menus & Specials Pentwater Enjoy special holiday menus at Pentwater eateries. November 30 Zeeland s Magical Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Downtown Zeeland November 30 thru December Holiday Train Show Howard Miller Library & Community Center, Zeeland DECEMBER December 1 Parade of Lights Downtown Holland Santa arrives in Downtown Holland during the annual Parade of Lights, escorted by bands, floats, vehicles, and individuals decked out in sparkling holiday lights! December 1-31 Christmas in the Village Pentwater Enjoy the month-long festive atmosphere on Main Street with its shops, art galleries, and restaurants decked out for the season. December 3-5 Mona Shores Singing Christmas Tree Frauenthal Center, Muskegon Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Mona Shores Singing Christmas Tree. December 3-6 Victorian Sleighbell Parade & Olde Christmas Weekend Manistee December 4 Candlelight Christmas Parade Downtown Dowagiac December 4 Sinterklaas Eve Downtown Holland The Dutch St. Nicholas arrives in Holland astride his white horse, and accompanied by his mischievous Piets helpers. December 4 Holiday Lighting Ceremony Enjoy the sounds of the Rockford High School Jazz ensemble, the Rockford Choirs singing Christmas carols, and holiday lights coming to life! December 4 Light Up the Bluff Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph December 4 Live Mannequins! December 4-5 Holidays In Lakeside Lakeside District, Muskegon Santa, carriage rides, carolers, merchant specials, community bake sale, and an abundance of holiday cheer. December 4-6 Holiday Open House North Berrien Historical Museum, Coloma December 4-6 Festival of Trees Ramsdell Theatre Ballroom, Manistee Nouveau Fest Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar, Fennville Taste the first wines from the new vintage, enjoy hors d oeuvres, and take cellar tours. A great way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends. Jingle Bell Parade Downtown Grand Haven Victorian Sleighbell Parade

14 Downtown Manistee Christmas Craft Fair Pentwater Public School, Pentwater Santa Parade Reindog Holiday Parade Costumed pets and their owners escort Santa into the downtown to kick off the holiday season. Bands, carolers, and crazy floats and free horse-drawn trolley rides are all part of this extraordinary parade. Winterfest at the Mansion Felt Mansion, Saugatuck Visit from Santa, lunch, and more. Free event! Christmas Parade Downtown Saugatuck Holiday Reflections Concert Saugatuck Lakeshore Community Chorus performs. Holiday Tree Lighting The Rose Garden, Saugatuck 63rd Annual White Lake Area Christmas Parade Whitehall to Montague Enjoy this festive parade starting that concludes with Santa s arrival. Sinterklaas Visits the Dekker Huis Museum Zeeland December 6 Christmas in the Village Baroda December 6 Annual Circle of Trees & Dog Parade Walker Park, North Muskegon View the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Walker Park, then enjoy the Community Carol Sing, Doggie Parade, and refreshments. December 6 Holiday Home Tour South Haven December 6-27 Self-Guided Holiday Tours of the Felt Mansion Saugatuck Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Fee charged. For more information, visit December 9 Senior Holiday Sing-a-Long Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Grand Haven December 9, 16 Santa at the Pavilion Kids can give Santa their wish lists and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies! December 9-11 Feel the Zeel of Giving Christmas Events Downtown Zeeland December Holiday Carriage Rides Free carriage rides through festively-decorated downtown Rockford. December 11 Winter Art Hop Benton Harbor Arts District, Benton Harbor December 11 Up On the Rooftops Downtown Holland Tour homes and businesses on the upper levels of Holland s historic buildings.

15 December 11 West Michigan Symphony presents, Holiday Pops Frauenthal Center, Muskegon December & Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol Saugatuck Women s Club, Saugatuck December 12 Andrews Academy Christmas Pops Concert Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs December 12 Christmas Magic Beulah Enjoy a parade, sleigh rides, face painting and cookie decorating for the kids, and Santa s arrival! December 12 Holland Symphony Orchestra & the Holland Chorale Dimnent Chapel, Hope College, Holland December 13 2nd Sunday Concert Series: Old Fashioned Carol Sing Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs December 14 Ladies Night Downtown Manistee Free gift wrapping, refreshments, and holiday cheer just for the ladies. December 16 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas with Chip Davis LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor December 16 Berrien Public Schools Holiday Concert Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs December 16 Santa at the Pavilion Kids can give Santa their wish lists and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. December 17 Men s Night Downtown Manistee Free gift wrapping, refreshments, and holiday cheer just for the gents. December Holiday Carriage Rides Free carriage rides through festively-decorated downtown Rockford. December Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol Saugatuck Women s Club, Saugatuck December 19 Holiday Concert with Mark Wood, electric violin LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor December 19 Breakfast with Santa Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve, Niles December 19, 26 Guided Holiday Tours of the Felt Mansion Saugatuck See more than 25 decorated trees highlighting the mansion history. Fee charged. For more information and hours, visit December 26 Guided Holiday Tours of the Felt Mansion Saugatuck See more than 25 decorated trees highlighting the mansion history. Fee charged. For more information and hours, visit December Holiday Tours at the Hackley & Hume Historic Site Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon Celebrate the holidays with a tour of the homes of two of Muskegon s most well-known lumber barons. Admission is $7 for adults and teens, $5 for 65 and older, free admission for 12 and younger. Tours on Dec. 26 are from 5:00-8:00 p.m.; tours on Dec. 27 are from 1:00-4:00 p.m. December 31

16 Light Up the Lake Downtown Ludington December 31 Annual New Year s Eve Ball Drop Downtown Ludington December 31 New Year s Eve Celebration & Fireworks Saugatuck/Douglas Free rides on the Interurban throughout Saugatuck, Douglas, and Saugatuck Township. JANUARY 2016 January 1 New Year s Day Walk Three-mile walk on the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail. January 1 Self-Guided Holiday Tours of the Felt Mansion Saugatuck Enjoy more than 25 decorated trees and 5,000 outdoor lights. From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Fee charged. For more information, visit January 15 Men are From Mars, Women are from Venus LIVE! LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor January 15 West Michigan Symphony Orchestra presents, The Luck of the Irish Frauenthal Center, Muskegon January 15 Wine About Winter Grand Haven January 16 Annual Chili Cook Off Fenn Valley Vineyards, Fennville January 26 Winter Delights: A Festival of Wine, Food & Music Benton Harbor January 29 It s Finally Friday 4th Annual Chili Tour January 29 Dueling Pianos! Vineland Center, St. Joseph January 30 Pure Ludington Brrrewfest Downtown Ludington A Snowy Saturday in January or February (weather dependent January 30 Wintervention Downtown Zeeland Snowman-building competition. FEBRUARY 2016 February 5 Saturday Night Fever The Musical LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor February 5-7 Magical Ice Festival Watch as some of the country s finest professional ice sculptors magically transform blocks of ice into works of art! February 5-7 Ice Breaker Festival Downtown South Haven Ice carving, chili cook off, ice skating, and more. February 6 Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra presents, A Broadway Valentine with Doug LaBreque

17 LMC Grand Upton Hall, Benton Harbor February 6 Sweetheart Splash Make a donation, profess your love, and then make a splash into the icy waters of the Rogue River! February 7 Ladysmith Black Mambazo February 13 WinterFest Beulah Chili cook off, games, parade, outhouse races, and fireworks. February 13 Pentwater Pathways Open Pentwater Enjoy the trails, cookies, beverages, and a campfire! No snowshoes, please. February 13 & 20, 2016 WinterFest Pentwater Fishing tournaments, chili cook off, snowman building contest, food, live music, the Freezin for a Reason Polar Bear Dip, and so much more! February Free Fishing Weekend Statewide February Restaurant Week Grand Haven February 20 Mendel Center Mainstage Goes Country LMC Mendel Center, Benton Harbor February 20 WinterFest / Freezin for a Reason Pentwater Polar dip. February 21 Janice Chandler-Eteme & Trina Thompson February 28 Stomp! LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor MARCH 2016 March 6 Holland Symphony Youth Orchestras Zeeland Middle School, Zeeland March 12 Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood LIVE! LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor March 12 Annual St. Patrick s Day Celebration Downtown Ludington March 19 Comic Opera Guild presents Rossini s, Barber of Seville LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor March 19 SW MI Symphony Orchestra presents, From Sea to Shore St. Joseph High School Auditorium, St. Joseph March 27 Michael Card, A Violent Grace Easter Concert Howard Performing Art Center, Andrews University, Berrien Springs APRIL 2016 April 16 Theatreworks USA Production of

18 Charlotte s Web LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, Benton Harbor April 22 Holland Symphony Orchestra, Classics III: A New Organ and a New Hall Zeeland East High School, DeWitt Auditorium, Zeeland April 24 Allegan Antiques Market Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan MAY 2016 May 1 SW MI Symphony Orchestra presents, The Romantic Orchestra Howard Performing Arts Center, Berrien Springs May 1-7 Blossomtime Festival & Benton Harbor May 5-8 Into the Woods, Muskegon Civic Theatre Frauenthal Center, Muskegon May 7 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade & Benton Harbor May 7-14 Tulip Time Holland May 20 West Michigan Symphony Orchestra presents, A Study of Contrasts Frauenthal Center, Muskegon