Lakeshore Community: Muskegon

The Block

The Block is an intimate,115-seat performance venue in downtown Muskegon’s historic Russell Block Building. Operated by the West Michigan Symphony, The Block presents a lineup of classical chamber music, jazz, folk and world music from regional and international artists. 360 W Western Ave.

The Blockhouse

The Blockhouse is a full-scale replica of Chicago’s Fort Deaborn, which was built in 1803 beside the Chicago River and was active during the War of 1812. Located at the highest point in Muskegon County, amidst the forested dunes of Muskegon State Park, The Blockhouse was first erected in the 920s and then rebuilt after an arson attack in the 1960s. Open to the public on a seasonal basis. 462 N Scenic Dr.

Fire Barn Museum

The Fire Barn Museum serves as a living memorial to the men and women who have served as Muskegon County firefighters. Originally built in 1875 as C.H. Hackley Hose Company, the building now displays firefighting artifacts including a fire truck and ladders. The second floor features a replica of firefighter sleeping quarters, along with uniforms and photos. Open May-October. 510 Clay Ave.

Frauenthal Center

The Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts in downtown Muskegon was built in 1929 in the lavish architectural style of the Spanish renaissance. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Center houses two performance spaces – the 1,725-seat Frauenthal Theater and 169-seat Beardsley Theater – that host live music, theater, dance, comedy, movies, art exhibitions and events. 425 W Western Ave.

Hackley & Hume Historic Site

Two beautifully restored Queen Anne-style mansions make up the Hackley & Hume Historic Site. The Hackley House, built in the 1890s, shows what life was like for wealthy lumber baron Charles H. Hackley. The Hume House, a 1920s-era design, depicts the life of a wealthy family after the lumbering era. 484 W Webster Ave.

Hackley Public Library

Lumber baron Charles Hackley built this impressive American Romanesque structure in 1890 and gifted it to the community as a library. Featuring stunning stained glass windows, intricate wooden doors and a mosaic tile entryway, the library is also stocked with books and other media, and offers free events and programs for all ages. 316 W Webster Ave.

Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center

Located at P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center promotes education, conservation and recreation through engaging exhibits on dune ecology as well as nature programs and seasonal events. Closed for renovations and set to reopen in 2026. 6585 Lake Harbor Rd.

Lighthouses

Three area lighthouses reflect Muskegon’s rich maritime heritage and provide awesome photo ops: Climb the spiral staircase inside the South Pierhead Light (1431 Beach St), built in 1903, for scenic views of Lake Michigan and the Muskegon Channel. Walk the Pere Marquette Park pier to the South Breakwater Light (1431 Beach St), first lit in 1930, and take in the view of the Muskegon Channel. Visit the White River Light Station (6199 Murray Rd) to ascend to the top of the lighthouse tower and tour the on-site museum.

Monet Garden of Muskegon

Inspired by the famous Giverny gardens sin France, Monet Garden is a pocket park in downtown Muskegon featuring a variety of seasonal flowers and paintings, a fish pond, short walking paths. Fifth & Clay St intersection.

Muskegon Civic Theatre

Muskegon County’s only community theatre, Muskegon Civic Theatre builds on a heritage of 85+ years to present a broad range of plays, musicals and community events. The theatre’s performing arts school offers educational opportunities for K-12 students. 425 W Western Ave #401.

Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry

Dedicated to preserving the economic, industrial and social history of the greater Muskegon area, the Muskegon Heritage Museum spans three floors of space displaying exhibits, artifacts and photos – including a working steam engine. 561 W Western Ave.

Muskegon Museum of Art

The Muskegon Museum of Art is home to a diverse collection of American and European art, including works by such masters as Dale Chihuly, Edward Hopper and Winslow Homer. In addition to its permanent exhibits, the Museum hosts a variety of nationally touring exhibitions. 296 W Webster Ave.

Muskegon Museum of History & Science

The kid-friendly Muskegon Museum of History & Science offers two floors of exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities for all ages. Explore prehistoric Michigan, local heritage, STEM activities, regional artifacts and more. 430 W Clay Ave.

Scolnik House of the Depression Area

The Scolnik House of the Depression Area tells the story of families living in Muskegon during the Great Depression. The house includes period-appropriate carpet, paint, linoleum, appliances, clothing and other touches to help visitors to immerse themselves in the challenges of living in the 1930s. 484 W Webster Ave.

USS Silversides Submarine Museum

With a mission to honor military service members, preserve military history and educate the public about past and present military activities, the USS Silversides Submarine  Museum includes tours of an authentic WWII submarine and a Coast Guard Cutter as well as a two-story museum that honors local heroes and tells fascinating stories about the military. 1346 Bluff St.

USS LST 393 Veterans Museum

A historic WWII tank landing ship is the setting of the USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, which showcases the technology and living conditions aboard the ship when it won three battle stars for action in Sicily, Italy and Normandy. 560 Mart St.

Art Wear House Bike Rental

You can explore the city on two (or three) wheels when you rent pedal bikes, e-bikes and e-trikes at Art Wear House, which also offers an art gallery, apparel store and a BNB. 1050 W Western Ave.

Bowling Alleys

Muskegon is a bowling city – Brunswick began manufacturing bowling balls, pins and lanes here in 1906, and you can still have a rolling good time at Bob Hi Lanes (293 S Getty St), Northway Lanes & Billiards (1751 Evanston Ave ), Sherman Bowling Center (1531 W Sherman Blvd) and Socibowl by Pigeon Hill (441 W Western Ave).

Car-Fles Planetarium

Located at Muskegon Community College, Car-Fles Planetarium features a 50-ft. dome with advanced digital projection, sound and lighting systems. Free public shows are offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from September through June. 221 S Quarterline Rd.

Craig’s Cruisers

Craig’s Cruiser’s is an indoor/outdoor family fun center with go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, mini golf, kiddie rides, a game room, snack bar and more. 1551 E Pontaluna Rd.

Locked-In

Locked-In offers themed escape rooms testing your problem-solving and collaboration skills. All rooms are private so you’ll never be teamed up with strangers outside your group. 1060 W Norton Ave.

Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Park and WildWater Adventure Waterpark

With more than 60 rides, slides and attractions – including seven roller coasters – Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Park and WildWater Adventure Waterpark is a summer family tradition in West Michigan. 4750 Whitehall Rd.

Movie Theaters

The Getty Drive-In Theatre (920 E Summit Ave) delivers a nostalgic movie experience with four outdoor screens showing double features with in-car sound each summer. Cinema Carousel (4289 Grand Haven Rd) is a 12-screen indoor theater offering first-run films, reserved seating and matinee deals.

Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park

Home to one of only four luge tracks in the U.S. – and the only one made from natural ice – Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park is a treasured family fun destination. Visit in winter to luge, ski, skate and snowshoe, and in winter for archery, hiking, rock climbing, a zip line and “wheel luge.” Adaptive equipment helps people with all different abilities access activities. 462 Scenic Dr NW.

Sports Teams

Cheer on the Muskegon Clippers (collegiate baseball league), Muskegon Ironmen (arena football), Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL hockey), Muskegon Risers (Major Arena Soccer League 2) and Muskegon Voyagers (MIHL hockey). The Clippers play at historic Marsh Field (1800 Peck St), the Ironmen, Lumberjacks and Risers at Trinity Health Arena (4740 W Western Ave), and the Voyagers at the Lakeshore Sports Centre (4470 Airline Rd).

Play Muskegon

Play Muskegon is Muskegon’s indoor play center, designed for kids ages 6 and under to engage in creative hands-on play with their favorite adults. The space features an ever-changing tiny town filled with high-quality toys to inspire families in their imaginative role play. 280 W Muskegon Ave.

Putters Creek

Situated alongside the Muskegon River, Putters Creek offers mini golf (with lights for nighttime play), go-kart racing and gellyball (like paint ball but without the pain or mess). You can also rent kayaks, canoes and go boats to explore the river. Seasonal. 40 Whitehall Rd.

The Muskegon area is home to nearly 200 locally owned restaurants, bars, craft beverage taprooms and sweets shops, as well as many nationally known brands. Here are some of the city’s most distinctive dining experiences:

Craft Beverages

Grand Rapids isn’t the only West Michigan city known for its fine craft beverages – greater Muskegon is also home to a number of excellent breweries and more. Check out The Brewers Lounge at Pigeon Hill (895 4^th St), Rake Beer Project (500 W Western Ave) and Unruly Brewing Company (360 W Western Ave) in downtown Muskegon, and Muskegon Brewing Company (500 Adelaide Circle), a waterfront restaurant and bar that brews unique craft beers in partnership with Pigeon Hill Brewing Company. Wonderland Distilling Co. (1989 Lakeshore Dr) creates and serves scratch-made spirits and food in the city’s Lakeside Business District.

Bardic Wells Meadery (8844 Water St), Blue Lake Biergarten (10400 Blue Lake Rd), Fetch Brewing Co. (100 W Colby St), North Grove Brewers (8735 Water St), Odd Side Social Brews (50 Park St), Sawyers Brewing Company (4574 Dowling St) and Stoney Ridge Winery (875 Water St) are all within a 20-minute drive of downtown Muskegon.

Downtown Social District

There are dozens of restaurants and bars in downtown Muskegon, including these participants in the city’s Downtown Social District: 794 Kitchen & Barn (794 Pine St), Capone’s Speakeasy & Pizzeria (794 Pine St), Carlisle’s sports restaurant (470 W Western Ave), Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque (477 W Western Ave), The Early Owl (451 W Western Ave), Hot Rod Harley Davidson’s/TNT Bar (139 Shoreline Dr), Legends Bar & Grille (446 W Western Ave), Liquid Assets (221 W Webster Ave), Mike’s Inn (545 W Western Ave), Muskegon Farmers Market (242 W Western Ave), Nipote’s Italian Kitchen (98 W Clay Ave), No Name Saloon & Grill (609 W Western Ave), Puerto Vallarta Mexican Grill & Bar (292 W Western Ave), Rad Dads’ Tacos & Tequila Bar (470 W Western Ave), Rake Beer Project (500 Western Ave), Socibowl by Pigeon Hill (441 W Western Ave), Topshelf Liquor Bar & Pizza (500 W Western Ave), Unruly Brewing Company (360 W Western Ave), Walker’s An American Brasserie (939 3^rd St) and The Western Reserve (350 W Western Ave).

They’re all located within a few walkable blocks of each other – and the social district allows you to purchase a grab-and-go alcoholic drink from any of them and enjoy it outdoors as you explore the area.

Lumberman’s Vault

A Food Collective at Core Plaza (221 W Webster Ave) in downtown Muskegon, Lumberman’s Vault is home to five restaurants – Casa Cabos, The Foundry Grill, The Press, Upleaf Café and Soul Filled – as well as the Liquid Assets Cocktail & Wine Bar. The building was originally constructed in 1962 for National Lumberman’s Bank, which opened in Muskegon in 1859.

Waterfront Dining

Bear Lake Tavern (360 Ruddiman Dr) sits on the Bear Lake Channel to Muskegon Lake,

The Deck at Pere Marquette Park (1601 Beach St) has a Lake Michigan beachfront patio,

Lake Bluff Grille (2801 Lakeshore Dr) and BoDocks Marina Bar & Grill (3505 Marina View Point, opening spring 2026) offer breathtaking views of Muskegon Lake. The Lake House Waterfront Grille (730 Terrace Point) sits adjacent to Muskegon Lake’s Terrace Point Marina, and Muskegon Brewing Company (500 Adelaide Circle) provides stunning 360-degrees of Muskegon Lake.

A 20-minute drive will take you to Hanson Hill Waterfront Grill (114 N Mears Ave) in Whitehall, offering a hilltop view of White Lake Harbor or Old Channel Inn (6905 N Old Channel Trail) in Montague, a White Lake gathering place since 1900 – walk back to Lloyd’s Landing behind the restaurant for a picture-perfect sunset over Lake Michigan.

Muskegon offers a full range of shopping experiences, in locally owned boutiques and famous brand-name stores. Here are some uniquely Muskegon retail destinations:

Downtown Muskegon is home to a diverse collection of retailers, including:

• Century Club Shops on Western, a multi-shop venue offering gifts, gourmet foods, bath and body products, and more inside a beautiful historic building. 

• Muskegon Farmers Market, a year-round destination for locally grown foods, flowers, nursery stock, handicrafts and baked goods. The Market also hosts the flea, where everything imaginable is sold. 242 W Western Ave.

• Western Market, a one-of-a-kind retail experience featuring 17 locally owned vendor chalets offering everything from culinary delights and artisan teas to handmade jewelry and natural body products. Open late May through late October. 307 W Western Ave.

• Vintage Row on Pine Street, a great place to shop for vintage clothing, home furnishings, collectibles, art and more, thanks to Bellwether Vintage Shop (758 Pine St), Brass Moon Vintage (758 Pine St), Daisy Luck (860 Pine St), Gathered Goods (860 Pine St), Pine Street Mercantile (866 Pine St) and Vintage Deluxe (860 Pine St).

The Lakeside Business District, a walkable stretch along the south shore of Muskegon Lake, is lined with 20+ specialty shops and dining destinations – including Art Cats Gallery (1845 Lakeshore), Dockside Donuts (1950 Lakeshore Dr), Dockside Salon & Day Spa (1991 Lakeshore Dr) and Muskegon Inspired (1929 Lakeshore Dr), a unique apparel and gift shop.

The Lakes Mall features 35+ stores and restaurants, including national retailers like Dick’s Sporting Goods, Family Farm & Home and JC Penney and homegrown shops like Draw 7 Games, Jammies 2 Jeanz and Lange’s Comics, Cards & Collectibles. 5600 Harvey St.

Muskegon Market & Mercantile (1447 West Sherman Blvd) hosts more than 90 makers and small business merchants offering a wide range of clothing, bath and body, home décor, stationery, seasonal goods, Michigan/Muskegon items and more. 1447 West Sherman Blvd.

Beaches

Muskegon encompasses 26 miles of sugar-sand beaches on Lake Michigan, including these popular destinations:

Duck Lake State Park features a half mile of Lake Michigan shoreline, towering sand dunes, a boat launch, kayak rentals, picnic areas and opportunities for swimming, paddling, fishing, hiking, hunting and cross-country skiing. Leashed pets are allowed. 4733 N Scenic Dr.

Harbour Towne Beach overlooks Muskegon Lake and the channel leading to Lake Michigan. Soft sand, calm waters and great views of fishing and sailing activities make this a popular choice for locals – it’s not as large or as busy as the beach at nearby Pere Marquette Park. 3315 Fulton Ave.

Lake Harbor Beach Park features 4,000 ft. of frontage on Lake Michigan, 2,000 ft on the Mona Lake Channel and 1,500 ft on Mona Lake. It’s a popular destination for swimming, sunbathing, fishing, hiking and picnicking, and leashed dogs are allowed in off-beach areas. 4635 Lake Harbor Rd.

Muskegon State Park offers two miles of Lake Michigan frontage and one mile along Muskegon Lake, plus forested dunes, two campgrounds, multiple trails, a boat launch, picnic areas and more. Accessible amenities include free-to-use trackchairs (for traversing trails and uneven surfaces) and beach chairs (specifically for beach use) 3560 Memorial Dr.

Meinert County Park sits on 182 acres of forest dunes that provide spectacular views of Lake Michigan and Little Flower Creek. The serene beach is a short walk from a campground with full hookups. 8390 Meinert Rd.

Norman F. Kruse Park offers one mile of beautiful Lake Michigan beach as well as nature trails, accessible dune walks and overlooks, a playground, restrooms, four picnic shelters and ample parking. The northern part of the park is designated a “dog beach” and is available for leashed dogs and their owners to enjoy. 3205 W Sherman Blvd.

Pere Marquette Park is a 27-acre park with a beautiful expanse of raked-daily beach plus playgrounds, fishing piers, sand volleyball courts and picnic areas. You can rent kiteboards, kayaks and paddleboards here, and grab some grub at the snack bar. A 200-ft. accessible walkway and free-to-use mobi-chairs and trackchairs ensure everyone can enjoy the park. 3510 Channel Dr.

Pioneer County Park features 2,000+ feet of beach frontage along Lake Michigan as well as tennis/pickleball courts, softball and basketball fields, volleyball, a playground, overlook decks and 235 modern campsites. Nestled among forested sand dunes, the park is a perfect setting for camping, swimming, sunbathing and picnicking. 1563 N Scenic Dr.

P.J. Hoffmaster State Park is situated on three miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and features 10 miles of scenic trails through forested dunes. The Dune Overlook Trail is a half-mile roundtrip climb with about 220 steps and benches along the way. The park includes the Gillette Sand Dune Visitors Center and a modern campground. 6585 Lake Harbor Dr.

Entrance to Muskegon’s state parks (and other Michigan state parks) requires a Recreation Passport – nonresidents can get a daily ($12) or annual ($42) pass. Michigan residents can purchase a $15 annual pass when they renew their license plate registration.

Parking passes are required at Harbour Towne Beach, Norman F. Kruse Park and Pere Marquette Beach from May 15-Sept. 15. Daily parking rates are $10 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and $15 on Saturdays and Sundays. Wednesday parking is free. Nonresidents can purchase a $40 annual pass for these three beaches and Margaret Drake Elliot Park, a peaceful five-acre space between the Muskegon Channel and Pere Marquette Beach. Meinert Pirk visitors can purchase a day ($7) or seasonal ($25) park pass.

Boating

Lake Michigan and Muskegon Lake make Muskegon a boater’s paradise. Muskegon County also has seven stops along the Lake Michigan Water Trail, a 1,600-mile trail through four states. You can explore local waters on your own by renting pontoon boats from 3rd Coast Rentals (231.412.7665) or Muskegon Boat Rentals (231.740.4633). Aquastar (231.903.0669) offers afternoon and sunset cruises on both lakes. The Lake Express High-Speed Ferry will take you all the way from Muskegon to Milwaukee. There are numerous marinas and boat launches in town if you have your own watercraft.

Local charter boat fishing companies include Action Salmon Charters (231.329.2117), Balls Deep Charters (231.578.0447), Dave’s Fishing Charters (231.672.0399), Getaway Fishing Charter & Guide Service (231.730.2991), Rack ‘Em Up Sportfishing (231.557.2368), Silver Seekers Guide Service (231.206.9964) and Steelhead Charters (231.329.2117).

Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery in Montague (401 E Fruitvale Rd), about 20 minutes from downtown Muskegon, provides rental kayaks, canoes, tubes and rafts for use on the scenic White River.

Camping

Local campsites include Muskegon State Park (3560 Memorial Dr), Pioneer County Park (1563 N Scenic Dr), P.J. Hoffmaster State Park (6585 Lake Harbor Rd) and Wolf Lake Resort & Campground (5451 Harding Ave).

Golf

• Chase Hammond Golf Club is an 18-hole course built by the city of Muskegon in 1970. 2545 Putnam Rd.

• Excalibur Golf Club is a nine-hole course nestled in the woods off busy Apple Ave. 800 S Mill Iron Rd.

• Lincoln Golf Club, built in 1927, features a very playable 6,200 yards with three sets of tees. 4907 Whitehall Rd.

• Muskegon Community College Golf Course is a nine-hole course designed by Bruce Matthews, the “Godfather of Michigan Golf.” 2100 Marquette Ave.

• Oak Ridge Golf Club was built in the 1920s and still features old-style touches across its 18-hole championship course. 513 W Pontaluna Rd.

• Old Channel Trail Golf Course offers three unique golf nines right next to Lake Michigan in Montague, 20 minutes from Muskegon. 8325 Old Channel Trail.

• Stonegate Golf Club is an 18-hole course surrounded by the gorgeous Manistee Forest in Twin Lake, about 15 minutes from Muskegon. 4100 Sweeter Rd.

There are also multiple places to play disc golf, including Boom Park Disc Golf Course (149 Ottawa St), McGraft Park (2204 Wickham Dr), Ross Park (4401 Wellesley Dr) and Smith-Ryerson Park (650 Wood St).

Hiking & Biking

Dune Harbor Park is Muskegon County’s newest and largest park, offering 377 acres of scenic beauty.  It’s divided into two sections, the “North Lake” and the “South Lake,” and features miles of trails winding through hardwood forests, dunes, and wetlands. The two inland lakes are perfect for kayaking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Parking at 3071 Lincoln St and 2161 Seminole Rd.

Other popular trails include:

• Fred Meijer Berry Junction Trail, a paved path connecting the Muskegon Lakeshore Trail to the Hart-Montague Trail 11.5 miles to the north.

• Hart-Montague Trail State Park, a 24-mile paved trail through rural and forested lands with scenic overlooks and picnic areas along the way.

• Laketon Trail, a 4-mile paved connector trail joining the Muskegon Lakeshore Trail and Musketawa Trail is a paved 26-mile trail from Muskegon to Marne, which is a 12-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids.

• Mosquito Creek Trails, an 11-mile single-track rustic trail system through wooded property, groomed in winter for fatbiking.

• Muskegon Lakeshore Trail: 12 miles of paved roadside trail from Marquette Park and Beach to the Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve, with views of Lake Michigan, Muskegon Lake, dunes parks and the city of Muskegon along the way.

• Owasippe Trails, extending approximately 75 miles across the Owasippe Scout Reservation and cutting through some of the most scenic and historic locations of Muskegon County and the Manistee National Forest. Includes a 26-mile trail ranked in Michigan’s Top 10 Mountain Biking Trails.

Muskegon makes a perfect day trip from Grand Rapids. Book a Grand Rapids hotel to explore Muskegon during the day and get back to GR for a night on the town. Consider a hotel in and around the northwest suburb of Walker – such as the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites (620 Center Dr NW), Hampton Inn Grand Rapids North (500 Center Dr NW), Holiday Inn Grand Rapids North (2280 Northridge Dr), Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids North (358 River Ridge Dr), Quality Inn Grand Rapids North (2171 Holton Ct NW) or Spark by Hilton (2151 Colton Ct NW) – for easy freeway access to both Muskegon and Grand Rapids attractions. Walker is about a 30-minute drive to downtown Muskegon and a 10-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids.

Taste of Muskegon

Taste of Muskegon kicks off the summer festival season with a weekend of deliciously different tastes featuring locally owned restaurants, food trucks, music and more at downtown’s Hackley Park. June 12-13, 2026.

Parties in the Park

Downtown Muskegon’s Hackley Park is the setting for Parties in the Park, a 40-plus-year tradition providing free entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere. Summer Fridays.

Bike Time/Rebel Road Motorcycle Rally

Muskegon Bike Time and the Rebel Road Motorcycle Rally are concurrent motorcycle rallies held in downtown Muskegon each July. The events attract more than 75,000 motorcycles and 100,000 attendees for custom bike shows, concerts, stunt shows, vendors and more. July 15-19, 2026.

Lakeshore Art Festival

The Lakeshore Art Festival features a unique blend of fine art, handcrafted goods, music, food and fun in downtown Muskegon each June. Experience nearly 250 juried fine art and specialty craft exhibitors, a Children’s Lane, artisan food market, street performers, interactive art stations and so much more. June 27-28, 2026.

Unity Christian Music Festival

Muskegon’s largest annual event, the Unity Christian Music Festival features 20+ top Christian artists along with local and international non-profit booths, activities and games for kids of all ages, amazing food vendors and more. August 5-8, 2026.

Great Lakes Surf Festival

Great Lakes Surf Festival is held annually at Perre Marquette Beach to celebrate Great Lakes surf culture. All board sports enthusiasts, including surfers, paddleboarders and kayaks, are welcome to participate in demos and lesson, enjoy live music and local arts, and have a fund day on the beach. August.

Burning Foot Festival

A celebration of art, music and craft beer, the Burning Foot Festival offers art installations, live music, 100 or so craft beer vendors and food from some of the city’s best restaurants. After 10 years, Burning Foot is moving to a new location in 2026: Downtown Muskegon’s Heritage Landing, where attendees will enjoy a beautiful view of Muskegon Lake. Aug. 29, 2026.

Muskegon Polish Festival

The Muskegon Polish Festival takes place every September in downtown Muskegon’s Hackley Park. Enjoy Polish food, drinks, music, activities, vendors and more. Sept. 4-5, 2026.

King of the Great Lakes Test Fest

Hosted by Muskegon’s MACkite Boardsports (1801 Beach St), the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest blends demos of new kiteboarding, wing foiling and e-foil equipment with friendly competitions at Pere Marquette Beach. It’s a popular gathering for riders, pros, brands and beginners to meet. September.

Michigan Irish Music Festival

The Michigan Irish Festival is an annual event showcasing traditional and contemporary Irish music, as well as dance and cultural entertainment. Attendees enjoy live music, tasty food and beverages, and more in downtown Muskegon’s Heritage Landing. Sept. 17-20, 2026.