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- SEP11MusicRussian Circles W/ DjunahThe Pyramid Scheme7:00 PMSEP11MusicKacey Musgraves W/ Father John MistyVan Andel Arena7:30 PM
- SEP11MusicRussian Circles + DjunahThe Pyramid Scheme8:00 PMSEP13Arts & TheatreOpening Night - Grand Rapids SymphonyDeVos Performance Hall7:30 PM
- SEP13Arts & TheatreThe Rocky Horror Picture ShowGrand Rapids Civic Center7:30 PMSEP14SportsHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow PartyVan Andel Arena12:30 AM
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Explore the Grand Haven Area's beaches, outdoor activities, attractions, food, entertainment and more. Whether you want to build sand castles, fish for salmon, ski or snowboard, or relax and shop, you'll find fun for all seasons.
- Have A Beach Day
- Enjoy A Meal Al Fresco
- Discover Downtown Grand Haven
- Take A Hike with Your Pup
- Enjoy A Festival
- Sail The Big Lake
- Experience Lights, Water, Action!
Don’t let Grand Haven’s small size fool you. This beach town offers lots of public Lake Michigan access. Head to Grand Haven State Park to walk the pier, snap pics of the brilliant red lighthouse, swim, people-watch and camp on the sand. Just to the south is Grand Haven City Beach, which allows dogs in some areas and features an ADA-compliant beach...
Summer is fleeting. Why not make the most of it with a meal outdoors? Indulge in an iconic lunch break at Pronto Pups, serving up addictive corn dogs from a tiny beach stand since 1947. Nearby, Butch’s Beach Burritos stakes their claim to fame on their classic burritos, tacos and fresh-made salsa. Downtown, feast at the Kirby House, home to three d...
Follow the boardwalk from the beach to downtown Grand Haven, lined with picturesque, historic buildings and a day’s worth of pastimes. Stuff your bags with specialty foods, chocolate and wine at Fortino’s Old World Shopping, MACkite, with kites and toys for the beach and indoors; the Wet Mitten Surf Shop and Marushka with casual clothing. To learn ...
Swimming and beach volleyball aren’t the only outdoor activities in Grand Haven. Head to the Rosy Mound Natural Area for a hike through a classic Great Lakes dune system. The winding trails, stairs and boardwalks pass through high wooded dunes, foredunes and a dune blowout en route to Grand Haven’s brilliant white beach. You’ll discover another bea...
All of Grand Haven joins the party in late July and early August when the annual Coast Guard Festival celebrates Grand Haven’s designation as Coast Guard City, USA. Expect a parade, carnival rides, lots of food and a rare opportunity to tour a Coast Guard cutter. Other can’t-miss warm-weather events include the Great Lakes Kite Festival in May; the...
The Grand Haven pier and its beaches offer unmatched views of glimmering Lake Michigan. But nothing beats an afternoon sail on the Big Lake aboard the Wind Dancer Charters, a 63-foot double gaff-rigged schooner. Visitors are invited to help raise the sails, take the wheel or simply kick back and enjoy the beauty of the Lake Michigan shore. For a sp...
Linger at dusk for a classic Grand Haven treat: the Musical Fountain. Since 1962 the Musical Fountain has delighted visitors of all ages with its 20-minute synchronized water and light show accompanied with music from Shakira to Lee Greenwood, from Jimmy Buffet to Disney and Star Wars soundtracks. On your way to see the fountain, be sure to grab an...
Aug 27, 2022 · Grand Haven is a popular Michigan beach town with scenic attractions, outdoor activities, and events. Explore the pier, boardwalk, bike trails, beaches, lighthouses, and more in this West Michigan travel guide.
Grand Haven is a city on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan and the county seat of Ottawa County. It has a history of fur trading, lumber milling, shipping, and piano making, and is known for its lighthouses and beaches.