City of Grand Haven

First Friday is BACK in Downtown Grand Haven!

The Force is strong this First Friday! Join us for a night of fun as participating downtown businesses stay open until 8 PM, giving you the perfect excuse to explore, shop, and support local.But here's the twist: as you hop from store to store, you'll be putting your Star Wars knowledge to the ultimate test! Answer trivia questions along the way and see how well you know a galaxy far, far away...What to expect:
• Extended hours until 8 PM at participating businesses
• Store-to-store Star Wars trivia
• A fun night out in beautiful downtown Grand Haven

Whether you're a Jedi Master or just a Padawan when it comes to trivia, this is a night you won't want to miss. Bring your friends, bring your family, and enjoy a night in Grand Haven!May the First Friday be with you

Open in May
Saturdays ONLY
8am-1pm

Open from June-October
Wednesdays and Saturdays
8am-1pm 

Seasonal Vendors (vendors with dedicated stalls):

Aldea Coffee
Big Bear Honey
Blueberry Haven
Dahlia acres farm
Diemer's Farm & Greenhouse
Frozen Creek Farms
Grand Finale
Happy Matt’s Kettlecorn
Kittywampus Soda Brewing
Lakeside Orchards
Latchaw Farms
MF Seasoning Co
Mycophile's Garden
Pilar's Empanadas Argentinas
Salt & Fire
SoulShine Juice Company 
The Bloomin' Goat LLC
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids
The Flower Garden
The Great Bread Company
The Village Baker
Visser Farms

Daily Vendors (vendors without dedicated stalls who fill in):

Honey Girl
Driftwood Coffee and Outpost
Mitten Microgreens

Join us for a Kentucky Derby Party!

Food and drink specials
Prizes for wearing Derby Hats
Horse Drawings to win Porch Prizes

Join us for an incredible day of deals as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo!

$3 OFF Margaritas ALL DAY LONG

Happy Hour from 2pm to 5pm includes:
$2 off bloodies
$2 off all drafts
$2 off all bottles
$2 off cans
$3 off all wine
$4 well drinks
$4 mocktails
$9 soft pretzel
$8 mini spinach artichoke dip

Fleetwood & Fiesta Tuesdays from 5pm to 9pm includes:
$3 off all margaritas
$3 off Nachos
$2 off Drafts and Wine 

Tote Club Days – 2026
Any Main Street Tote • Any Main Street Business

Brought to you by Grand Haven Main Street, Tote Club Days are our way of saying thank you to the loyal shoppers who support Downtown and Centertown all year long!

On four special dates in 2026, bring any official Main Street tote bag from past Light Night Open Houses and enjoy exclusive perks at participating businesses. It’s the perfect excuse to stroll the districts, discover new favorites, and revisit the places you love.

Show your tote and enjoy:
- Exclusive discounts
- Fun gifts
- Special offers

2026 Tote Club Days Dates:Winter: February 14
Spring: May 9
Summer: August 8
Fall: November 7

Tote Club Days are held quarterly as part of our ongoing Downtown and Centertown loyalty program. Any color Main Street tote is eligible—from 2016 through 2025.

Note: Not all businesses are required to offer a special or sale.

Any color is eligible for customers:
2026 Royal Blue
2025 Red and Purple
2024 Hunter Green
2023 Navy
2022 Cool Blue
2021 Purple
2020 Orange
2019 Purple
2018 Royal Blue
2017 Lime Green

Grab your tote, hit Main Street, and make a day of it!

Open in May
Saturdays ONLY
8am-1pm

Open from June-October
Wednesdays and Saturdays
8am-1pm 

Seasonal Vendors (vendors with dedicated stalls):

Aldea Coffee
Big Bear Honey
Blueberry Haven
Dahlia acres farm
Diemer's Farm & Greenhouse
Frozen Creek Farms
Grand Finale
Happy Matt’s Kettlecorn
Kittywampus Soda Brewing
Lakeside Orchards
Latchaw Farms
MF Seasoning Co
Mycophile's Garden
Pilar's Empanadas Argentinas
Salt & Fire
SoulShine Juice Company 
The Bloomin' Goat LLC
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids
The Flower Garden
The Great Bread Company
The Village Baker
Visser Farms

Daily Vendors (vendors without dedicated stalls who fill in):

Honey Girl
Driftwood Coffee and Outpost
Mitten Microgreens

Pack/Group walks are a GREAT way to socialize the adult and young dog in a non-threatening and positive way and also a great way to work leash etiquette in a semi-controlled setting! If your dog is anxious, walk further away from the pack and work your way in at your own dog’s comfort level.

NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES on our walks and please remember to bring your own waste bags for responsible clean up after our dogs. A portable water source is a good idea as well.

This walk begins at Must Love Dogs at 106 Washington, Grand Haven. We will walk the waterfront to Escanaba Park where we will take a water break and then to base of pier after which we will proceed back to Must Love Dogs! It is about a 2 mile walk. You may jump in at any point if your dog might not be able to do the entire walk.

There is no cost to join our walks.
Keep an eye on Must Love Dogs' Facebook page & event page for rain cancellations.

Thank you for joining us on our walks and making them so fun! Pack Walk Schedule:
May 9 - 9am
May 20 - 6pm
June 6 - 9am
June 17 - 6pm
July 11 - 9am
July 22 - 6pm
Aug 8 - 9pm
Aug 19 - 6pm
Sep 5 - 9am
Sep 16 - 6pm
BONUS WALK - Oct 3 - 9am

Join the Shoreline Amateur Astronomical Association for a free, family-friendly celebration of the night sky! 

Saturday, May 9, 2026 
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM 
Hemlock Crossing Park

Enjoy a full day of astronomy fun, including solar telescope viewing, a planet walk, an evening lecture, and nighttime observing (weather permitting). Kids receive a free raffle ticket, and a telescope will be awarded after the lecture!

Come explore the universe with us right here on the lakeshore!

Come join us for the first-ever Lakeshore Trolley Takeover night  Bring the whole family out and ride the Buccaneer Loop for free!Pick up the trolley at any of the Buccaneer Loop stops, no fares or reservations required. Get on and off as many times as you'd like along the way.

Strollers and wagons are welcome on board in a folded position, and the trolley is ADA friendly (equipped with a lift).Buccaneer Loop Stops:
1. Holiday Inn
2. Chinook Pier Park
3. The Depot
4. Grand Haven State Park
5. Grand Haven City Beach
6. Tri-Cities Historical Museum
7. Grand Haven Area Visitors Center
8. Centertown South City Lot (on Washington Ave)
9. Frank's Market/Stanz Cafe
10. Norm's Ice Cream
11. Eastpointe RV Resort

Learn more about the trolleys here: https://www.harbortransit.org/trolley/

Please note that photos and videos will be recorded during this event for promotional material.

Join the Shoreline Amateur Astronomical Association for a free, family-friendly celebration of the night sky! 

Saturday, May 9, 2026 
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM 
Hemlock Crossing Park

Enjoy a full day of astronomy fun, including solar telescope viewing, a planet walk, an evening lecture, and nighttime observing (weather permitting). Kids receive a free raffle ticket, and a telescope will be awarded after the lecture!

Come explore the universe with us right here on the lakeshore!

Get ready to glow and throw it back to the 90s!

Join us Friday, May 15 at 8PM for a neon-filled night of throwback vibes at our 90s Glow/Black Light Party. We’re turning down the lights and turning up the energy with a live DJ spinning all your favorite 90s hits.

Wear your brightest whites and wildest neon—anything that glows under black light—and hit the dance floor. We’ll have drink specials flowing all night to keep the party going.
Grab your crew, get glowing, and let’s make it a night you won’t forget.

We are hosting a Kid to Kid Sale! Please join us to shop used baby and children's items including clothes, toys, gear, etc! We have a freebie swap area to take what you need at no cost. Concessions available for purchase.

Early entry (8:00am-9:00am): $5
Entry (9:00am-1:00pm): $2

To inquire about selling and/or the freebie swap area, please email ghapsdunesidepto@gmail.com.

Open in May
Saturdays ONLY
8am-1pm

Open from June-October
Wednesdays and Saturdays
8am-1pm 

Seasonal Vendors (vendors with dedicated stalls):

Aldea Coffee
Big Bear Honey
Blueberry Haven
Dahlia acres farm
Diemer's Farm & Greenhouse
Frozen Creek Farms
Grand Finale
Happy Matt’s Kettlecorn
Kittywampus Soda Brewing
Lakeside Orchards
Latchaw Farms
MF Seasoning Co
Mycophile's Garden
Pilar's Empanadas Argentinas
Salt & Fire
SoulShine Juice Company 
The Bloomin' Goat LLC
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids
The Flower Garden
The Great Bread Company
The Village Baker
Visser Farms

Daily Vendors (vendors without dedicated stalls who fill in):

Honey Girl
Driftwood Coffee and Outpost
Mitten Microgreens

Look up and get ready to be amazed! The Grand Haven Kite Festival transforms the Lake Michigan shoreline into a sky full of color, creativity, and high-flying fun. Watch professional kite fliers perform synchronized routines, stroll the beach lined with giant show kites, and even bring your own to join in.

This free, family-friendly event takes place at Grand Haven State Park on Saturday, May 16 (10 AM–5 PM) and Sunday, May 17 (11 AM–5 PM), weather permitting. It’s the perfect spring getaway—plan your stay and make a weekend of it in Grand Haven.

We're celebrating 2 years of houseplant fun!Pop in for:
- Special deals around the store
- Fun giveaways
- New finds (and your favorites)
- A happy vibe all day long!

Stop in between 11am-3pm and celebrate with us-we'd love to see you!

** doors open at 11am

Mark your calendars! Club Crawl proceeds to help prevent food insecurity.

> $10 event tickets will be available at each club after April 15.
> Special Club Crawl t-shirts will be available for purchase at each club location.
> Raffle tickets will be available at the Grand Haven Eagles
> $1.00 each  6 for $5.00  25 for $20.00
> Start at any location - Free rides by Harbor Transit
> Food available at all locations
> End of crawl raffle @ Eagles at 6:30 pm

Thank you to our sponsor Yuengling! 

Look up and get ready to be amazed! The Grand Haven Kite Festival transforms the Lake Michigan shoreline into a sky full of color, creativity, and high-flying fun. Watch professional kite fliers perform synchronized routines, stroll the beach lined with giant show kites, and even bring your own to join in.

This free, family-friendly event takes place at Grand Haven State Park on Saturday, May 16 (10 AM–5 PM) and Sunday, May 17 (11 AM–5 PM), weather permitting. It’s the perfect spring getaway—plan your stay and make a weekend of it in Grand Haven.

Join us for Chamber Takeover Happy Hour, a new 2026 event series designed to spotlight and support local businesses. Each month, the Chamber staff will “pop in” to a different member location from 4–5:30pm for a relaxed happy-hour-style gathering.

There’s no program, no agenda, just great conversation, casual networking, and a chance to get to know fellow Chamber members while supporting a local business.

How it works:
- The host business simply welcomes us into their space
- Attendees purchase their own drinks and food
- Chamber staff are on site to connect, answer questions, and help introduce members to one another

Everyone gets a chance to explore and support a local spot they may not have visited beforeWhether you’re looking to unwind after work, meet new people, or discover a new favorite local hangout, Chamber Takeover Happy Hour is the perfect way to end your day. 

Pack/Group walks are a GREAT way to socialize the adult and young dog in a non-threatening and positive way and also a great way to work leash etiquette in a semi-controlled setting! If your dog is anxious, walk further away from the pack and work your way in at your own dog’s comfort level.

NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES on our walks and please remember to bring your own waste bags for responsible clean up after our dogs. A portable water source is a good idea as well.

This walk begins at Must Love Dogs at 106 Washington, Grand Haven. We will walk the waterfront to Escanaba Park where we will take a water break and then to base of pier after which we will proceed back to Must Love Dogs! It is about a 2 mile walk. You may jump in at any point if your dog might not be able to do the entire walk.

There is no cost to join our walks.
Keep an eye on Must Love Dogs' Facebook page & event page for rain cancellations.

Thank you for joining us on our walks and making them so fun! Pack Walk Schedule:
May 9 - 9am
May 20 - 6pm
June 6 - 9am
June 17 - 6pm
July 11 - 9am
July 22 - 6pm
Aug 8 - 9pm
Aug 19 - 6pm
Sep 5 - 9am
Sep 16 - 6pm
BONUS WALK - Oct 3 - 9am

Derby sponsors and Patient VIPs are assigned to professional charter boats for a morning of exciting salmon fishing on Lake Michigan, and all proceeds support child life programs at children’s hospitals in Michigan. 

This event starts at 6am and is hosted by the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation.

Join Kenzie's Be Cafe for our 3rd Annual Putt Putt Pro-am at Chinook Pier Putt Putt, May 21, 2026, 9:00am - 3:30pm. 

List of Bands:
FRIDAY
American Hairband Friday 6pm-9pm
Project 90 9:30pm-12:30am

SATURDAY
The Reverend Jesse Ray 3pm-5:30pm
Eternal JAMnation 6pm-9pm
Rick Deez 9:30pm-12:30am

Check out this list of venders!
Old Iron
Holy Smokers
Big Moes
OVKBBQ
Smoking Guns
Two Bones BBQ
Big Reds BBQ
Da Kidd BBQ
Elite Fine Foods
Stable Inn
Big Eds BBQ

Opening night of the Grand Haven Musical Fountain!

List of Bands:
FRIDAY
American Hairband Friday 6pm-9pm
Project 90 9:30pm-12:30am

SATURDAY
The Reverend Jesse Ray 3pm-5:30pm
Eternal JAMnation 6pm-9pm
Rick Deez 9:30pm-12:30am

Check out this list of venders!
Old Iron
Holy Smokers
Big Moes
OVKBBQ
Smoking Guns
Two Bones BBQ
Big Reds BBQ
Da Kidd BBQ
Elite Fine Foods
Stable Inn
Big Eds BBQ

Open in May
Saturdays ONLY
8am-1pm

Open from June-October
Wednesdays and Saturdays
8am-1pm 

Seasonal Vendors (vendors with dedicated stalls):

Aldea Coffee
Big Bear Honey
Blueberry Haven
Dahlia acres farm
Diemer's Farm & Greenhouse
Frozen Creek Farms
Grand Finale
Happy Matt’s Kettlecorn
Kittywampus Soda Brewing
Lakeside Orchards
Latchaw Farms
MF Seasoning Co
Mycophile's Garden
Pilar's Empanadas Argentinas
Salt & Fire
SoulShine Juice Company 
The Bloomin' Goat LLC
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids
The Flower Garden
The Great Bread Company
The Village Baker
Visser Farms

Daily Vendors (vendors without dedicated stalls who fill in):

Honey Girl
Driftwood Coffee and Outpost
Mitten Microgreens

The Tri-Cities Family YMCA invites you to kick-off your summer at the 2026 RAMI Kick-Off to Summer Run! Whether you are an avid racer or an occasional walker, there is something for everyone and all ages are welcome. Our races consist of a 5k Run and a 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk (be sure to bring your wagon or stroller). Join us for this fun family event as we promote healthy lifestyles and building community in the Tri-Cities area! See you on the race course!

Kids can create colorful patriotic pinwheels just in time for Memorial Day! Free, fun, and perfect for all ages.

Join us for a fun and festive Memorial Day kids craft where creativity meets patriotism! Children of all ages are invited to make their very own red, white, and blue pinwheels—perfect for celebrating the holiday and honoring those who served.

All supplies will be provided, and our volunteers will be on hand to help guide kids through the process. This is a great opportunity for families to spend time together while creating something meaningful and fun to take home.This event is free and open to all ages. Space may be limited, so be sure to arrive early and join in the fun!

Click here to RSVP now! 

Join us on Saturday, May 23rd for our annual Hometown Day Memorial Day Cookout and kick off the season with food, family fun, and hometown savings. Whether you’re getting your grill ready, planning weekends at the lake, or sprucing up the backyard, we’ve got everything you need for summer.  

Featuring:
• A family cookout
• Kids craft activities
• Memorial Day specials & promotions
• Fun for the whole community

Celebrate the start of summer with your locally owned Rivers Ace Hardware team! 

Congratulations, High School Seniors! Whether you go to Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Fruitport, Homeschool, West Michigan Christian or somewhere else nearby, Saturday, May 23 is YOUR DAY at Grand Fun! To celebrate your accomplishment, we are doubling your credits! (Buy $25 in credits, get $50, etc!) Grab some friends and come in for some FUN! 

Sign up in person!
Three winners
Most dogs downed in 7 minutes
First to down 10 dogs
Best dressed

Parade route from 6th St and Washington Ave to Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium. Hosted by Trinity Church.

6:00am – Tournament boats to depart Grand Haven pier head (must be Grand Haven) in an orderly fashion. Tournament Control will start each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM.
1:30pm – All boats must be in the pier head to avoid DQ. You can fish until whatever time you want if you are in the pier head before.
1:30pm – Tournament Control will end each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM. Weigh-In as soon as you get in.

Open in May
Saturdays ONLY
8am-1pm

Open from June-October
Wednesdays and Saturdays
8am-1pm 

Seasonal Vendors (vendors with dedicated stalls):

Aldea Coffee
Big Bear Honey
Blueberry Haven
Dahlia acres farm
Diemer's Farm & Greenhouse
Frozen Creek Farms
Grand Finale
Happy Matt’s Kettlecorn
Kittywampus Soda Brewing
Lakeside Orchards
Latchaw Farms
MF Seasoning Co
Mycophile's Garden
Pilar's Empanadas Argentinas
Salt & Fire
SoulShine Juice Company 
The Bloomin' Goat LLC
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids
The Flower Garden
The Great Bread Company
The Village Baker
Visser Farms

Daily Vendors (vendors without dedicated stalls who fill in):

Honey Girl
Driftwood Coffee and Outpost
Mitten Microgreens

The East End Association along with Loose Spokes bicycle, and Off the Chain Distillery, to come enjoy a free family community bike ride, right on our newly finished 26.2 mile Ottawa county Bike path or enjoy our family 2.9 mile route.

6:00am – Tournament boats to depart Grand Haven pier head (must be Grand Haven) in an orderly fashion. Tournament Control will start each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM.
1:30pm – All boats must be in the pier head to avoid DQ. You can fish until whatever time you want if you are in the pier head before 
1:30pm – Tournament Control will end each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM. Weigh-In as soon as you get in.
4:00pm – Doors Open –  VFW Grand Haven Beer Tent 
5:00pm – Live Band Starts
7:00pm – Free Entry giveaway for next years tournament must be present to win.

Come decorate Grand Haven Central Park's sidewalks with the Grand Haven Human Relations Commission in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month. Art supplies will be included. 

6:00am – Tournament boats to depart Grand Haven pier head (must be Grand Haven) in an orderly fashion. Tournament Control will start each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM
1:30pm – All boats must be in the pier head to avoid DQ. You can fish until whatever time you want if you are in the pier head before 
1:30pm – Tournament Control will end each fishing period by radio communication on channel 06 FM. Weigh-In as soon as you get in. The award ceremony will immediately follow upon completion of the weigh-in at the Waterfront Stadium.