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2025 Savor the Shoreline

Fri. April 04, 2025
- Sun. May 04, 2025
10:00am

Get a taste of Southwest Michigan as select restaurants in downtown St. Joseph and the Benton Harbor Arts District offer specials during St. Joe Today’s inaugural restaurant month celebration, Savor the Shoreline, held April 4 - May 4!

Start your culinary adventure by picking up a passport from a participating location or the St. Joe Today Welcome Center, located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph. Complete your passport by dining at a minimum of five participating locations. Turn in completed passports to St. Joe Today by Friday, May 9 for a chance to win a Sturgis Bank Gift Basket, a "Staycation" package at The Inn at Harbor Shores, or a restaurant gift card donated by one of the participating locations.

Participating restaurants will offer a $45 meal option during restaurant month - either $45 per person or $45 per couple, varying by location. 

Visit stjoetoday.com/savortheshoreline to view the special menus!

  

2025 PARTICIPANTS 

221 Main
Anemel
Bistro on the Boulevard
Hill District
Houndstooth
Infusco Coffee ($4.50 coffee special) 
Plank’s Tavern on the Water
RyeBelle’s
Schu’s Grill & Bar
Silver Beach Pizza
Silver Harbor Brewing
The Buck Burgers & Brew
The Livery

2025 Antiques on the Bluff

Sun. May 04, 2025
10:00am - 5:00pm

Something old is new to you! Find hidden treasures along Lake Bluff Park at this premier antique show that overlooks Lake Michigan. This event features over 50 vendors and runs the first Sunday of the month, May through October. Rain or shine.

Want to become a vendor? Visit our Vendor Information page.

2025 Love Local

Fri. May 16, 2025
- Sun. May 18, 2025
Start and end times vary depending on day.

The third weekend of the month, May through September, celebrate all things Southwest Michigan during the Love Local weekends! Attendees will enjoy local events, extended shopping hours, events, special offers and more!

 

WEEKEND SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY
      Extended shopping hours
      Weekend special throughout SWMI

MAY PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS: TBA
(List will be updated regularly)

2025 Memorial Day Parade

Fri. May 23, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Honor veterans who have served this great country and remember those who have sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom at the annual Memorial Day Parade. The parade will begin at the intersection of Lake Blvd. and Park St.

 

2025 Parade Form

 

 

2025 St. Joe Farmers Market

Sat. May 24, 2025
9:00am - 2:00pm

Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! This event is held Saturdays in the scenic Lake Bluff Park, overlooking Lake Michigan.

 
Please note that there will be special hours for the market on July 12 during the Krasl Art Fair - stay tuned for more details!

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2025 Spring Weekend: March 7-9

March 4th, 2025

As we gear up for Spring, there’s a lot to explore in Michigan’s Great Southwest. Join us this weekend for March Mannequins, the Spring Artisan Fair, a Women’s Weekend, live music, theatre shows, creative workshops and so much more. Read on to make the most of this jam-packed March weekend!

Weekend Guide to the 2025 Ice Fest: February 7-9

February 4th, 2025

Join us February 7-9 for the 2025 Ice Fest sponsored by Silver Beach Pizza to celebrate the winter season! It’s a weekend that brings frosty fun to downtown St. Joe. Enjoy professional Ice Carving, a Scavenger Hunt, Ice Interactives + more exciting events happening throughout SWMI!

2025 Winter Warm Up Weekend | January 31-February 2

January 29th, 2025

The winter doesn’t slow things down in Michigan’s Great Southwest! This winter weekend brings a Chili Tour, St. Joe Winter Beer Fest, live music, trivia nights, arts and crafts workshops and more! Read below to check out all the awesome winter activities.

2024 Ringing in the New Year

December 18th, 2024

Celebrate the New Year here in Michigan’s Great Southwest! From New Year’s Eve parties and family fun celebrations to holiday light displays, New Year’s Eve dinners and hotel packages we’ve got you covered to ring in the New Year. 

2024 Making Spirits Bright - Festive December Events

December 10th, 2024

The holiday season is still in full swing here in Michigan’s Great Southwest! There’s a little something for everyone - from visits with Santa and daily giveaways to holiday-themed train rides, musicals and light displays. Make the most of this December!

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The Love Local SWMI Gift Card can be used at participating St. Joe Today member locations throughout Southwest Michigan. Use it at your favorite store or restaurant and support local businesses!

Formally known as the St. Joe Today Gift Certificates, this program has now gone digital! By using the link below, you can choose your recipient and send them a card via email or print it out! The card recipient can then make purchases at any participating St. Joe Today member locations. Additional participating locations will be added throughout the year!

The Love Local SWMI Gift Card program is brought to you by St. Joe Today and Yiftee.

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
*Have an old gift certificate? See below!


WHERE TO PURCHASE 

ONLINE
Click the Purchase A Gift Card button below to purchase through Yiftee. Select the value of your Love Local SWMI Gift Card. Choose your recipient and send them a card via email or print it out. You can send multiple cards with varying amounts all at once!
 

PURCHASE A GIFT CARD  


IN-PERSON
Stop by the St. Joe Today Welcome Center (301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph) and we can walk you through the purchasing process!

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I redeem my gift card?
Redeem your gift card at any participating member location. You can view participating locations here! When you are ready to check out, present the digital gift card on your phone (or the printed out version) as part or all of your payment. Merchants will process the card just like a pre-paid MasterCard. 

How do I check my gift card balance?
Digital gift cards update the balance automatically! If you have a printed out version, use the QR code to check your balance. You can also check your gift card balance here

Does my gift card expire?
While this Voucher does not expire, unless prohibited by law, a $3.00 fee will be deducted monthly from the Voucher balance starting on the 1st day after 12 consecutive months of inactivity starting from the date of issuance or last Activity on the Voucher. Activity means any action resulting in a change in Voucher balance, other than fee imposition, or adjustment due to error or prior transaction reversal.

What if I don't spend my full gift card in one transaction?
You can use a Love Local SWMI Gift Card at multiple locations! The balance will update automatically on the digital gift cards. If you have a printed out version, use the QR code to check your balance.

I visited a location listed in the guide, but they would not accept my gift card, what should I do?
Please contact the Welcome Center to receive assistance - (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

I would like to place a bulk gift card order, how can I do that?
Online ordering makes it easy to order multiple gift cards at once! For orders over $250, please call (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

I am a member of St. Joe Today, but I do not see my business listed. Can I redeem the Love Local SWMI Gift Cards?
We'd love to have you on the list! To be able to accept gift cards, please contact SJT at (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will get you registered for the program. 

I have an old St. Joe Today Gift Certificate, can I still use it? 
While we don't sell the old gift certificates anymore, any outstanding gift certificates are still valid and able to be used just like normal. Please note these old gift certificates expire 5 years from the date of purchase. To see a list of participating locations, contact St. Joe Today via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  

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