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Tue. October 06, 2026
Where's the Witch - Downtown St. Joseph Scavenger Hunt! Can you find the witch in all 13 participating locations?
PROGRAM DATES: October 1-31, 2026
HOW IT WORKS:
- Get your passport from the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph
- Go around to participating businesses to find the witch
- Get the passport stamped or initialed once you find the witch
- Turn in your finished passports to SJT for a prize!
PRIZE:
- Special prize from St. Joe Today
- Entry to win a St. Joe Today Gift Bag
- Winner will be drawn on Monday, November 2
2026 PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery
St. Joe Maud Preston Palenske Library
St. Joe Today
Wed. October 07, 2026
Where's the Witch - Downtown St. Joseph Scavenger Hunt! Can you find the witch in all 13 participating locations?
PROGRAM DATES: October 1-31, 2026
HOW IT WORKS:
- Get your passport from the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph
- Go around to participating businesses to find the witch
- Get the passport stamped or initialed once you find the witch
- Turn in your finished passports to SJT for a prize!
PRIZE:
- Special prize from St. Joe Today
- Entry to win a St. Joe Today Gift Bag
- Winner will be drawn on Monday, November 2
2026 PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery
St. Joe Maud Preston Palenske Library
St. Joe Today
Thu. October 08, 2026
Where's the Witch - Downtown St. Joseph Scavenger Hunt! Can you find the witch in all 13 participating locations?
PROGRAM DATES: October 1-31, 2026
HOW IT WORKS:
- Get your passport from the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph
- Go around to participating businesses to find the witch
- Get the passport stamped or initialed once you find the witch
- Turn in your finished passports to SJT for a prize!
PRIZE:
- Special prize from St. Joe Today
- Entry to win a St. Joe Today Gift Bag
- Winner will be drawn on Monday, November 2
2026 PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery
St. Joe Maud Preston Palenske Library
St. Joe Today
Fri. October 09, 2026
Where's the Witch - Downtown St. Joseph Scavenger Hunt! Can you find the witch in all 13 participating locations?
PROGRAM DATES: October 1-31, 2026
HOW IT WORKS:
- Get your passport from the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph
- Go around to participating businesses to find the witch
- Get the passport stamped or initialed once you find the witch
- Turn in your finished passports to SJT for a prize!
PRIZE:
- Special prize from St. Joe Today
- Entry to win a St. Joe Today Gift Bag
- Winner will be drawn on Monday, November 2
2026 PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery
St. Joe Maud Preston Palenske Library
St. Joe Today
Sat. October 10, 2026
Where's the Witch - Downtown St. Joseph Scavenger Hunt! Can you find the witch in all 13 participating locations?
PROGRAM DATES: October 1-31, 2026
HOW IT WORKS:
- Get your passport from the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center located at 301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph
- Go around to participating businesses to find the witch
- Get the passport stamped or initialed once you find the witch
- Turn in your finished passports to SJT for a prize!
PRIZE:
- Special prize from St. Joe Today
- Entry to win a St. Joe Today Gift Bag
- Winner will be drawn on Monday, November 2
2026 PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery
St. Joe Maud Preston Palenske Library
St. Joe Today
October 5th, 2026
Double, double toil and trouble. We’re on the search for all things spooky in Southwest Michigan! It’s been a fun-packed fall with even more to come through the end of the month. With everything from trick-or-treating and spooky-themed classes to Halloween parties, activities for the whole family and more! Keep reading for festive events leading up to Halloween.
OCTOBER 24
The City of St. Joseph hosts Truck or Treat from 4p-6p on Lake Boulevard.
OCTOBER 29
Caretel Inns St. Joseph hosts Community Trick or Treat (indoors) from 6p-7p.
OCTOBER 30
Downtown St. Joseph and the Benton Harbor Arts District host Halloween Trick-Or-Treat, sponsored by Holt Bosse, from 4:30p-6p.
OCTOBER 31
St. Joseph City-wide trick-or-treating is scheduled from 6p-7:30p.
Slackers Family Fun Center Trunk-or-Treat from 6p-8p.
Throughout the month of October, find the witch hidden in thirteen participating locations in downtown St. Joe! Pick up your Where’s the Witch passport from the St. Joe Today Welcome Center and start the search. Visit stjoetoday.com/wheresthewitch for a full list of participating businesses!
Downtown Spooktacular returns to downtown St. Joe on Saturday, October 17, from 11a-4p. Attendees will enjoy a variety of events, including a hayride through downtown, a Spooktacular Market, a pumpkin patch, magic shows, a Spooktacular Costume Parade, a pumpkin carving display and demo, Spooky Lighthouse Tours, Hay Maze, a Spooky Trolley, downtown decorations and more! Visit stjoetoday.com/spooktacular for a complete schedule.
SWMI businesses and restaurants will display their decorated pumpkins during Pumpkins on Parade, October 19-31! Visit participating locations to view their decorated pumpkins and vote online for your favorite. Voting will be available at stjoetoday.com/vote from 10a October 19 to 11:59p October 30. Winners will be announced on October 31!
The St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library hosts a few Halloween-themed programs this October! Join them for a Teens Mini Pumpkin Painting Contest on October 7 from 4p-5p; Fall Storytime, Wednesdays at 10:30a through December 16; Bad Art Night Redux: Ghoulish Self-Portraits on October 13 from 6p-7:30p. Head back on October 27 for Maud’s Makers - Halloween Garland Making from 6p-7p (part of the Arts, Crafts and Mindfulness Club - ages 13+).
Enjoy a Halloween Event hosted by Slackers Family Fun Center on October 9 from 6p-10p. Attendees will enjoy Unlimited Arcade (no tickets or prizes), Unlimited Bounce House, Unlimited Laser Tag, Game Rooms, Candy and more! Head back on October 17 for Haunted Laser Tag from 7p-11p! Cost $20/Non-Members, $15/Members.
Head to Eden Springs Park for Halloween miniature train rides on select dates throughout October! Catch these spooky train rides on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 30 from 5p-8p. Cash only. These original House of David engines and passenger cars have been lovingly restored by the Eden Springs team of volunteers and train experts.
Join the Silver Beach Carousel for their 5th Annual Boo Bash on October 10 from 5p-8p. Attendees will enjoy magic shoes, photo op with The Sanderson Sisters, snacks, a spirited bar for the adults, free Carousel rides and free admission to the Curious Kids’ Discovery Zone! Tickets are limited.
Trinity Lutheran Church hosts The Great Pumpkin Caper on October 23 from 5p-7p! Families are invited to a fun fall evening filled with a variety of activities, including pumpkin carving, pizza and apple cider, face painting, flag football, a petting zoo, kiddies candyland and more!
Halloween-themed fun for the whole family at Peat’s Cider Social during their Bowl-O-Ween on October 23 from 4p-10p. Enjoy a DJ spinning Halloween jams (6p-9p), spooky drink specials and more! Costumes encouraged - dress up your group and enjoy discounted lanes.
Something wicked is coming at Sarett Nature Center! On October 24, families are invited to Sarett’s Spooky Halloween from 3p-8p. Attendees will enjoy a stroll through the trails, spooky crafts, game stations and more. If you’re looking for a fright, visit the scary trail! Tickets are $6/person (ages 2 and older) and book fast, so reserve your spot today.
JLN Studio hosts a variety of workshops throughout October! Join them for two of their upcoming classes: a Haunted House Acrylic Painting Class on October 8 from 6p-8p and an Abstract Workshop on October 18 from 3p-6p.
Paint a decorative Fall sign with The Mural Artist at Filkins Vineyards Fall Workshop held on October 17 from 11:30a-1:30p. Pick out your favorite fall design and start creating!
Lazy Ballerina Winery hosts a few October workshops! Check out their DIY Fall Candle Making Classes from 1p-4p on October 6, 13, 20, 27. Head back on October 18 for a Halloween Wine Glass Painting Class 1p-2:30p. Space is limited, reservations required.
Create spooky season crafts with Fernwood Botanical Gardens at their Creature Craft Party on October 25 from 12p-3p. Attendees will get to choose a craft inspired by seasonal creatures - bats, spiders, toads and more + enjoy hot cider, popcorn and sweets! Check out the gardens, trails and the pumpkin house. Costumes encouraged!
Head to Evermore Juice Bar for Halloween Henna & Blind Date with a Book on October 15 from 6p-8p!
River Saint Joe Brewery hosts their 7th Annual Dog Halloween Costume Contest on October 24 from 1p-3p. $5 donation to enter the costume contest! All proceeds go towards the Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group.
Join the Morton House Museum for Chili and Chills: Ghost Stories From Michigan on October 24 from 6:p-8p! Attendees will enjoy five varieties of chili (including vegetarian and gluten-free), desserts and Halloween-themed mocktails. Settle by the fire to hear ghost stories from around Michigan. $20/person; $35/person includes a post-event ghost investigation of the 1849 Morton House.
Join Fernwood Botanical Garden for Herbal Fortune Telling with the Michiana Herb Society on October 18 from 2p-4:30p.
Support The Acorn during their fundraiser, the Boo Ball, on October 23 from 8p-11p. Attendees will enjoy a costume contest, delicious food from Classic Catering, spook-tacular music from Expo ‘76 & Total Pro Horns, a silent auction, live auction and more!
Coach’s Bar & Grill hosts a Halloween Party on October 24 from 10:30p-1a. Attendees will enjoy music by DJ Hunter, a costume contest, drinks specials and a late nite snack menu!
Solve the case at Journeyman Distillery during their Murder Mystery Dinner - A Masquerade at the Featherbone on October 30 from 6p-9p. Guests will enjoy a chef-crafted dinner and handcrafted cocktails while becoming part of an immersive murder mystery. Interview suspects, collect clues, solve puzzles and work with your friends to crack the case! Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion in their finest cocktail attire, evening gowns, tuxedos and masquerade masks. Space is limited!
Watermark Brewing hosts their annual Halloween Party at the Solarium on October 30 at from 8p-11p! $10/person (must be 21+).
Celebrate the spooky season with The Inn at Harbor Shores during their Spookeasy Halloween Party on October 31 from 8p-11p. Attendees will enjoy a night of music, dancing and a little mischief. Costumes encouraged - prizes awarded for the costume contest!
September 1st, 2026
Summer’s not over in Michigan’s Great Southwest! Keep reading to maximize your holiday weekend plans. This holiday weekend features everything from business anniversaries and sales to sun-filled beach days, a tri-state Regatta, a Farmers Market, Lighthouse Tours, and an Artisan Fair!
The Friday Night Concert Series wraps up with the last concert of the 2026 season! This week catch a performance by SMSO Feature: The Iridescent Zeal String Quartet (Orchestral) at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell from 7p-8p. Take in beautiful sunsets during this free concert. Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, United Way of SWMI, The Batalis Agency and Jam Shack Productions.
Enjoy free trolley rides throughout downtown St. Joe and Benton Harbor all summer long, courtesy of our friends at Visit Southwest Michigan! The Shop & Shore Trolley runs Thursday–Monday from 9a-9p now through September 7. Visit swmichigan.com/trolley for more info!
Sarett Nature Center hosts Our Wild Neighbor! from 11a-12p. Attendees will discover amazing wild animals that share our local habitats. This animal program will explore native species found right here in our region!
Kick off the day with Morning Yoga at River St. Joe Brewery from 10:45a-12p! This is an all-level outdoor yoga class. Attendees will enjoy 10% off food and drink after class!
Wanderlust Outfitters celebrates their 10th WANDER-versary this Labor Day Weekend! Enjoy summer clearance and discounts and giveaways all weekend long, September 4-6. Special family fun on Saturday, September 5, from 11a-2p - attendees will enjoy balloon twisting and critters from Sarett Nature Center! The Wanderlust crew is also celebrating the Grand Opening of their NEW store in Granger. Join them for a Ribbon Cutting at 3p and giveaways and discounts all weekend long!
Check out Filkins Vineyards for a jam-packed Friday! Enjoy delicious food from PAC Pizza Food Truck from 12p-6p, a Pop-Up with Lakuna Links Permanent Jewelry from 2p-6p and Live Music feat. Ron Short from 3p-6p.
Take a spin on the Silver Beach Carousel! Hours this week include Friday from 12p-7:30p, Saturday & Sunday from 12p-9p. Visit silverbeachcarousel.com for a complete schedule!
Join the St. Joe Library on the first Friday of each month for a Movie Matinee! This month, join them from 1p-3p for “This Beautiful Fantastic”.
Don’t miss the last weekend of the Twin City Players latest production, Much Ado About Nothing. Enter the smoky, jazz-fueled 1920s heartland, where the "Merry War" is fought with biting wit instead of swords. Catch this romantic comedy on Friday/Saturday at 7:30p and Sunday at 2p!
Lazy Ballerina Winery hosts two events on Friday! Check out a Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up from 12p-3p and enjoy a Drop-In DIY Fall Candles from 1p-4p.
Heading to the beautiful Southwest Michigan beaches? Take a look at the links below. There’s a real-time update of the water temperatures as well as the swimming conditions, and the Silver Beach County Park Beach Cam.
GREAT LAKES WATER TEMPERATURES & SWIMMING CONDITIONS
SILVER BEACH COUNTY PARK BEACH CAM
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Friday lineup:
Lemon Creek Winery - Free Friday Night Live Music, 5p-8p
Filkins Vineyards - Ron Short, 3p-6p
Plank’s Tavern - Dockside Music Fridays, 5:30p-8:30p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio w/ The Weko Boys, 6p-9p
Watermark Brewing - Live with Resurrection Blues Band, 7p-10p
The Acorn - Steve Forbet, 8p-11p
Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the St. Joe Farmers Market, running from 9a-2p in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, Culver's of Stevensville, Renaissance Athletic Club, The Batalis Agency and Lest We Forget.
Over 50 local and regional artisans will display their handcrafted goods during the Lake Bluff Artisan Fair on Saturday, September 5 from 10a-5p in Lake Bluff Park! Shoppers will enjoy a variety of goods including candles, jewelry, clothing and more. Sponsored by Culver’s of Stevensville.
INSIDER TIP: Head to the Krasl Art Center for additional artisans during their
Summer Art Market from 10a-5p. This outdoor market on the KAC grounds
features 12 regional artists, including one Emerging Artist! KAC sculpture
and gallery exhibitions will be open to explore before or after you
shop the market.
It’s your last chance to visit the St. Joe Lighthouse as we close out the 2026 season! Join us from 10a-7p and explore the North Pier Inner Light first floor for free, or buy a ticket ($5/person) to climb to the top. Tickets are cash only at the lighthouse on Saturdays, or stop by the St. Joe Today Welcome Center in advance. Looking for more history? Join us for the last free, guided walking tour at 10a.
Visit Sarett Nature Center for Vulture Appreciation Day from 10a-5p! Learn about the importance of vultures, a major part of nature’s cleanup crew.
Get creative with Filkins Vineyards during their Paint & Sip Saturday event from 11:30a-1:30p! No experience necessary, this class will be guided by The Mural Artist and attendees will get to take home their own masterpieces. Ages 13 and up.
Head over to Eden Springs Park for the last weekend of their Summer Miniature Train Rides! These original House of David engines and passenger cars have been lovingly restored by the Eden Springs team of volunteers and train experts. Train rides are available Saturday & Sunday from 1p-5p. Cost $3 per person, with kids 3 & under free.
Wrap up the evening with St. Joseph River Yacht Club’s annual Tri-State Regatta Party! Live music feat. Johnny Love at 5p and Libido Funk Circus at 8p. This event is open to the public - $10 cover charge after 5p for non-members.
INSIDER TIP: The Tri-State Regatta sailboats arrive in
St. Joseph early Saturday morning and leave early
Sunday morning!
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Saturday lineup:
Watermark Brewing - Leo Fon, 11:30a-2:30p
Gravity Winery - Live Music, 12p-3p
Filkins Vineyards - Cowboy Co. The Country Music Show, 3p-6p
Watermark Brewing - The Reverend Jesse Ray, 3p-6p
Plank’s Tavern - Dockside Music Saturdays, 5:30p-8:30p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio w/ Kody Bryant, 6p-9p
Watermark Brewing - Father Stone, 7p-10p
The Acorn - Rocks Off: A Tribute to The Rolling Stones, 8p-11p
Start your Sunday off with Antiques on the Bluff. Take a small walk through history as you browse over 50 vendors. This event takes over Lake Bluff Park and is open from 10a-5p. This event is rain or shine! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro and the Wee Course at Harbor Shores.
INSIDER TIP: If you can’t catch it this weekend due to all the
festivities, no problem! Catch the last one, the first Sunday
of October.
Find your new favorite wine at the St. Joe Wine Shoppe! Join them as they taste fun and unique wines with a different theme every week during Wine Sample Sundays from 1p-5p! This week’s theme is Back to School.
Wrap up the holiday weekend celebrations with the City of St. Joseph Municipal Band Concert at 7p! Hosted at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell, attendees will enjoy a beautiful view of the St. Joseph River.
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Sunday lineup:
River Saint Joe Brewery - Farm Pickin’s, 1p-3p
Filkins Vineyards - Plan B, 1p-4p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio w/ Johnny Love, 2p-5p
Gravity Winery - Live Music, 2p-5p
Plank’s Tavern - Dockside Music Sundays, 4p-7p
Filkins Vineyards - The Fortunate Sons, 5:30p-7:30p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Aaron James Wright, 6:30p-9:30p
Watermark Brewing - The Detroit Doors, 6:30p-10p
July 28th, 2026
Art is alive in Southwest Michigan (SWMI), especially during Chalk the Block in St. Joseph, MI! All weekend long, catch amateur and professional artists from around the country as they showcase their chalk masterpieces downtown. But the fun doesn’t end there! Attendees will also enjoy a Farmers Market, Antiques on the Bluff, Lighthouse Tours, live music and much more throughout SWMI! Read on for a full weekend guide.
FRIDAY, JULY 31
Chalk the Block kicks off as artists start to grid and outline their designs. In the early evening, walk around the block and watch them start their masterpieces.
INSIDER TIP: Artists are located on Broad St. (between Lake Blvd. and
State St.), the Pleasant Street Plaza (alongside The Market) and in
the Court Place Plaza (across from Silver Harbor Brewing).
Groove to the sounds of jazz, big band, classic hits and more at John E.N. Howard Bandshell during the Friday Night Concert Series from 7p-8p. This week's concert features Lake Effect Jazz Band (Big Band Jazz). Take in beautiful sunsets during these free concerts held weekly on Fridays, now through September 4. Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, United Way of SWMI, The Batalis Agency and Jam Shack Productions.
Join River St. Joe Brewery from 10:45a-12p for Morning Yoga with Ulrike! This all-level outdoor yoga class at Flatwater Farms. Attendees will enjoy 10% off food and drink after class!
Enjoy free trolley rides throughout downtown St. Joe and Benton Harbor all summer long, courtesy of our friends at Visit Southwest Michigan! The Shop & Shore Trolley runs Thursday–Monday from 9a-9p now through September 7. Visit swmichigan.com/trolley for more info!
Take a spin on the Silver Beach Carousel! Daily summer hours from 12p-9p. Grab a treat from their concessions and swing by The Brass Ring Gift Shop to purchase a memento to remember your trip by!
Lazy Ballerina Winery hosts two Permanent Bracelet Pop Ups this weekend! Join Mel & Grace of Wine Knot Jewelry on Friday from 3p-6p and Saturday from 11a-2p. Enjoy a glass of wine while creating a timeless keepsake!
Want to take a break and lounge at the beach? Take a look at the links below. There’s a real-time update of the water temperatures as well as the swimming conditions, and the Silver Beach County Park Beach Cam.
GREAT LAKES WATER TEMPERATURES & SWIMMING CONDITIONS
SILVER BEACH COUNTY PARK BEACH CAM
Zo’s Mini Donuts and Sunset Coast Country Dancers are teaming up for Donuts and Dancing from 8p-10p! Enjoy delicious donuts starting at 7p and line dancing starts at 8p.
INSIDER TIP: Catch Sunset Specials on Saturday from
7p-10p and Sunday Night: Sunset & Donuts from
7p-10p!
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Friday lineup:
Lemon Creek Winery - Friday Music Live feat. Brian McClure, 5p-8p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Music with Tim Velez, 5:30p-8:30p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with The Weko Boys, 6p-9p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music in the Plaza feat. Daniel Cole Dailey, 7p-10p
The Acorn - Chuck Prophet Live, 8p
The Livery - Live Music feat. The Mighty Pines, 7:30p-11p
The Livery - Garden Gems After Party, 11p-2:30a
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the St. Joe Farmers Market, running from 9a-2p in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, Culver's of Stevensville, Renaissance Athletic Club, The Batalis Agency and Lest We Forget.
INSIDER TIP: While you’re downtown, stop by the bluff stairs for a
photo op with our temporary summer stair mural!
Sponsored by Lest We Forget.
Chalk the Block artwork starts taking shape as artists grind the day into their masterpiece. Check out the artists, and get the opportunity to vote for People’s Choice! Voting is open from 12p-8p, and only costs one dollar per vote (CASH ONLY). Visit the People’s Choice Tent located on Broad St. Additional fun can be found from 12p-4p at the Chalk Kids Zone outside of Silver Harbor Brewing. Kids of all ages are welcome!
INSIDER TIP: Voting is also open on Sunday from 11a-2p.
To get a vote, just stop by the People’s Choice tent to let
artists know just how amazing their art is - the winner will
be announced the evening of Sunday, August 2.
Visit the St. Joe Lighthouse weekly on Saturdays from 10a-7p, now through August 30. Explore the North Pier Inner Light first floor for free, or buy a ticket ($5/person) to climb to the top. Tickets are cash only at the lighthouse on Saturdays, or stop by the St. Joe Today Welcome Center in advance. Looking for more history? Join us every Saturday at 10a for a free, guided walking tour (starts at the top of the North Pier by the dedication wall).
Join Sarett Nature Center and the OutCenter Southwest Michigan for a Lavender Adventures Social Hike from 10a-11:30a! Enjoy a morning of an easy-paced, moderate hike.
Spend a day with Filkins Vineyards as they host Motor Mouth Food Truck and Sebastian Lewis Chocolates from 12p-6p, a Pop Up with Lakuna Links Permanent Jewelry from 2p-6p and live music featuring Nashville Electric Company from 3p-6p!
Head over to Eden Springs Park for their Summer Miniature Train Rides! Train rides are available Saturday and Sunday from 1p-5p, through Labor Day weekend. Cost $3/person, kids 3 and under free (cash only).
INSIDER TIP: Save the date for their annual Halloween Train Rides
in October and Christmas Rides in December!
Get ready for a groovy afternoon of music, drinks and good vibes at Round Barn Winery as they host Saturday Shakedown from 11a-6p! Attendees will enjoy a day inspired by the Grateful Dead and jam band culture that features live music and drinks.
As a part of their summer movie series, join the City of St. Joseph for their screening of A Minecraft Movie at 7:30p at Milton Park. Visit stjoetoday.com/movies for a complete summer movie schedule. Bring your own chairs, blankets and snacks!
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Saturday lineup:
12 Corners Winery - Music in the Vineyard by Matt Gabriel, 3p-6p
Filkins Vineyards - Nashville Electric Company, 3p-6p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with Jonny Love, 1p-4p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Music with Wyatt Marshall, 5:30p-8:30p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with The Weko Boys, 6p-9p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Dylan Raymond, 7p-10p
Watermark Brewing - Dart Board Compromise, 7p-10p
The Acorn - Ocean’s Rat Pack, 8p
The Livery - Live Music feat. The Rupple Brothers at 8:30p
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
Start your Sunday off with Antiques on the Bluff. Take a small walk through history as you browse over 50 vendors. This event takes over Lake Bluff Park and is open from 10a-5p.
INSIDER TIP: If you can’t catch it this weekend due to all the
festivities, no problem! Antiques on the Bluff runs the
first Sunday of the month, May-October.
Chalk the Block wraps up as artists put final touches on their chalk masterpieces! There are 48 blocks this year, and 8 vertical 8x8 panels. Did you see them all? Remember to cast your final votes for the People’s Choice from 11a-2p! Each vote is one dollar (CASH ONLY) and can be purchased at the People’s Choice tent located on Broad St.
Find your new favorite wine at the St. Joe Wine Shoppe! Join them as they taste fun and unique wines with a different theme every week during Wine Sample Sundays from 1p-5p!
Join River Saint Joe Brewery for Latin Dancing from 5p-7p, held on the first Sunday of the month! No experience or partner necessary. Beginner lesson included from 5p-5:30p with open dancing from 5:30p-7p!
INSIDER TIP: Check out the RSJ Group Bike Ride
held weekly on Sundays from 1p-2:30p!
The Boardwalk Riverfront Venue hosts Wellness on the River from 10a-11:15a! Attendees will enjoy Pilates with Sue Zvonar, a low-impact class for any fitness level. Plan ahead and pre-chase a meal from Evermore Juice Bar and Base Bowls!
Wrap up the weekend with the City of St. Joseph Municipal Band Concert at 7p! Hosted at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell, attendees will enjoy a beautiful view of the St. Joseph River.
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Sunday lineup:
River Saint Joe Brewery - Farm Pickin’s, 1p-3p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with Larry Johnson, 2p-5p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Bar Live Music with Dave & John, 4p-7p
The Acorn - DuPont Phillips w/ Sammie Hershock: Midwest Made, 3p
June 30th, 2026
Southwest Michigan is celebrating the holiday weekend! Enjoy live music, creative workshops, a Farmers Market, Lighthouse Tours, Antiques on the Bluff, various firework shows and so much more throughout St. Joe and neighboring towns. It’s sure to be a blast of a weekend!
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1
Test out your trivia skills at The Livery during their Weekly Trivia from 7p-9p!
Cool off at the City of St. Joseph’s Whirlpool Compass Fountain! Open daily from 10a-9p (through Labor Day).
Catch live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Wednesday lineup:
Journeyman Distillery - Live Music feat. Keith Scott, 6p-8p
RyeBelles - Leo Fron Live, 6p-9p
Box Factory - Out of the Box Open Mic Night, 6:30p-9p
THURSDAY, JULY 2
Forever Books hosts the Where’s Waldo Hunt July 1-30! Grab a passport from Forever Books, search for Waldo in participating stores to earn a stamp and turn in your completed passport to be entered into a raffle!
Each week, there’s a little sweet and savory to make your week just a little more delicious! Don’t miss the Bake Effect weekly Gourmet Treats Made Without Wheat Pop Ups on Thursdays at The Culinary Cottage starting at 7:30a until they’re sold out!
Grab a group of friends for Thursday Trivia Night at Sister Lakes Brewing! This event is held weekly on Thursdays from 6:30p-8:30p and is free to play. While you’re there, enjoy a tasty brew and some delicious food!
Enjoy free trolley rides throughout downtown St. Joe and Benton Harbor all summer long, courtesy of our friends at Visit Southwest Michigan! The Shop & Shore Trolley runs Thursday–Monday from 9a-9p now through September 7. Visit swmichigan.com/trolley for more info!
Head to Journeyman Distillery on Thursdays for their Silo Market + Social from 4p-8p! Shop local vendors, sip on a cocktail and play a round at Welter’s Folly.
Get creative with JLN Studio during their Step-by-Step Abstract Class from 6p-8p! Attendees will choose from an 8x8 or 10x10 and create a colorful piece using acrylic paint. No experience required!
Catch live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Thursday lineup:
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Summer Social, 5:30p-7:30p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Tim Velez, 6:30p-9:30p
The Livery - Karaoke Night, 7p
FRIDAY, JULY 3
Kick off the day with Morning Yoga with Ulrike at River St. Joe Brewery from 10:30a-12p! This all-level outdoor yoga class takes place in the Beer Garden of River St. Joe at Flatwater Farms. Attendees will enjoy 10% off food and drink after class! Drop-in price is $20—registration is encouraged.
Heading to the beautiful Southwest Michigan beaches? Take a look at the links below. There’s a real-time update of the water temperatures as well as the swimming conditions, and the Silver Beach County Park Beach Cam.
GREAT LAKES WATER TEMPERATURES & SWIMMING CONDITIONS
SILVER BEACH COUNTY PARK BEACH CAM
Celebrate the holiday weekend with Round Barn Winery during their annual Reds, White & Brews event, Friday, July 3 - Sunday, July 5. Attendees will enjoy a Brew Station Experience, Patriotic Cocktail Features, All-American Food Features and live music all weekend long!
Join Water Street Glassworks for a Sidewalk Sale this holiday weekend, Friday-Sunday! Browse one-of-a-kind glass art, discontinued designs, seconds and unique finds at special prices.
Head to the St. Joe Library for their Summer Family Film Series from 1p-3p! This week’s feature is Journey to the Center of the Earth. Free and open to the public!
Filkins Vineyards hosts a Pinot & Pallet Class from 11:30a-1:30p! Attendees will get to paint their own wood pallet decoration under the direction of The Mural Artist.
INSIDER TIP: Grab something delicious to eat from Feeling Grazey
Charcuterie from 12p-6p and check out Lakuna Links Permanent
Jewelry from 2p-6p!
Krasl Art Center hosts Yoga in the Galleries weekly on Fridays from 9:30a-11a! This class is a blend of art, music and movement while being surrounded by dynamic artworks in the KAC. After class, attendees are invited to stay for coffee and journaling in the new KAC Print Lab.
Grab a treat from Zo’s Mini Donuts during Donuts x Fireworks from 7p-10p!
The City of St. Joseph hosts the annual Independence Day Fireworks at 10p, off the South Pier at Silver Beach County Park. Please note that portions of Silver Beach and Tiscornia Beach, as well as the North and South Piers, will be closed early in the day to provide the required safety zone.
What’s better than fireworks? Fireworks to music! Check out this thunderous display during A Salute to America hosted by the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at the Shadowland Pavilion at 8:30p.
Catch live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Friday lineup:
Filkins Vineyards - My Weekend Crush Band, 3p-6p
Lemon Creek Winery - Free Friday Night Music feat. Brian McClure, 5p-8p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Music with Dan Maxon, 5:30p-8:30p
Journeyman Distillery - Live Music feat. Dave Jersh, 6p-8p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Dylan Raymond, 6p-9p
The Acorn - The Only All Girl Def Leppard Tribute, 8p
The Livery - Dance Party, 8:30p-12a
SATURDAY, JULY 4
Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the St. Joe Farmers Market, running from 9a-2p in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, Culver's of Stevensville, Renaissance Athletic Club, The Batalis Agency and Lest We Forget.
INSIDER TIP: While you’re downtown, stop by the bluff stairs for a
photo op with our temporary summer stair mural! Sponsored by Lest We Forget.
Visit the St. Joe Lighthouse weekly on Saturdays from 10a-7p, now through September 5. Explore the North Pier Inner Light first floor for free, or buy a ticket ($5/person) to climb to the top. Tickets are cash only at the lighthouse on Saturdays, or stop by the St. Joe Today Welcome Center in advance. Looking for more history? Join us every Saturday at 10a for a free, guided walking tour (starts at the top of the North Pier by the dedication wall).
Take a spin on the Silver Beach Carousel! Daily summer hours from 12p-9p. Grab a treat from their concessions and swing by The Brass Ring Gift Shop to purchase a memento to remember your trip by!
Head over to Eden Springs Park for their Summer Miniature Train Rides! Train rides are available Saturday and Sunday from 1p-5p, through Labor Day weekend. Cost $3/person, kids 3 and under free (cash only).
INSIDER TIP: Save the date for their annual Halloween Train Rides
in October and Christmas Rides in December!
Celebrate the Fourth of July with Plank’s Tavern on the Water as they host America’s 250th Celebration from 6p-11p at the Riverside Tent! Attendees will enjoy a limited specialty menu and festive drinks specials, family-friendly games, entertainment from DJ Luxx Entertainment, a gaming trailer and giveaways.
What could make a beautiful St. Joe sunset even better? A delicious treat from Zo’s Mini Donuts! Join them Friday-Sunday for their Sunset Special from 7p-10p.
Catch live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Saturday lineup:
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with Deano, 1p-4p
Tabor Hill Winery - Vibes in the Vines feat. Ross Failla, 2:30p-5:30p
12 Corners Vineyards - Music in the Vineyard: Mike Talbot, 3p-6p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Music with Tim Velez, 5:30p-8:30p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio with Hunter Vincek, 6p-9p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music with Matt Gabriel, 6p-9p
City of St. Joseph - Municipal Band, 7p
The Livery - The Newport Prairie Project, 8:30p-11p
SUNDAY, JULY 5
Start your Sunday off with Antiques on the Bluff. Take a small walk through history as you browse over 50 vendors. This event takes over Lake Bluff Park and is open from 10a-5p. This event is rain or shine! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro and the Wee Course at Harbor Shores.
INSIDER TIP: If you can’t catch it this weekend due to all the
festivities, no problem! Antiques on the Bluff runs the
first Sunday of the month, May-October.
Find your new favorite wine at the St. Joe Wine Shoppe! Join them as they taste fun and unique wines with a different theme every week during Wine Sample Sundays from 1p-5p!
Join River Saint Joe Brewery for Latin Dancing from 5p-7p, held on the first Sunday of the month! No experience or partner necessary. Beginner lesson included from 5p-5:30p with open dancing from 5:30p-7p!
INSIDER TIP: Check out the RSJ Group Bike Ride
held weekly on Sundays from 1p-2:30p!
Wrap up the holiday weekend celebrations with the City of St. Joseph Municipal Band Concert at 7p! Hosted at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell, attendees will enjoy a beautiful view of the St. Joseph River.
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Sunday lineup:
River Saint Joe Brewery - Farm Pickin’s, 1p-3p
Coach’s Bar & Grill - Live Music on the Patio feat. Jonny Love, 2p-5p
Tabor Hill Winery - Vibes in the Vines feat. Patrick Jasper, 2:30p-5:30p
The Acorn - Help Hounds: Midwest Made, 3p-5p
Plank’s Tavern on the Water - Dockside Music with Chris Burch, 4p-7p
The Livery - Open Stage with Host Nate Sypian, 5p-8p
City of St. Joseph - Municipal Band, 7p
May 19th, 2026
There’s a lot to explore this holiday weekend in Michigan's Great Southwest! Honor those who have served our country during the Memorial Day Parade, support local farmers with the start of the 2026 St. Joe Farmers Market and St. Joe Lighthouse Tour seasons, listen to live music hosted at area businesses, attend special events throughout SWMI and more! There’s a little something for everyone. Read on for a full weekend guide!
FRIDAY, MAY 22
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 at 12p in downtown St. Joseph. Sponsored by Lest We Forget and Freedom Boat Club. The parade will begin at the intersection of Lake Blvd. and Park St. Attendees will be able to watch as the parade travels down Lake Blvd. and finishes at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell. Immediately following the parade, everyone is invited to a short program at the Bandshell.
Celebrate the holiday weekend with Round Barn Winery during their Memorial Day MEGA Weekend, Friday-Sunday. Attendees will enjoy Mega Pint Specials, Slushie, Cocktail & Food Features and Jammin’ in the Vineyard Live Music.
Head to Peat’s Cider Social for a special Theme Night: The Social Strikes Back from 4p-10p. It’s a Star Wars celebration with a twist! Attendees will enjoy dancing under the spinning Death Star disco ball, groove to DJ tunes and enjoy out-of-this-world drink specials. Costumes and lane reservations encouraged!
Filkins Vineyards hosts a special Cabi Pop Up Shopping Experience from 6p-8p! Attendees will enjoy a fun, easy-going event featuring the Spring ‘26 Collection. Free to attend, but reservations are required!
There is no shortage of live music throughout Southwest Michigan!
Watermark Brewing - Rocky Weed Road Band & Friends, 6:30p-9:30p
The Acorn - Jackie Venson, 8p-11p
The Livery - Abbie Thomas & Crazy Hearts, 8:30p
SATURDAY, MAY 23
The 2026 season of the St. Joe Farmers Market kicks off this Saturday! Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly market, May 23-October 10, in Lake Bluff Park from 9a-2p. Vendors will offer a variety of products, including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, The Batalis Agency, Krewe, Renaissance Athletic Club, Culver’s of Stevensville and Lest We Forget.
Explore the St. Joe Lighthouse during the 2026 summer season! Go inside the North Pier Inner Light first-floor for free or buy a ticket for just $5/person to climb to the top. Available weekly on Saturdays, from 10a-7p! Looking for more history? Enjoy a free, guided tour at 10a from the start of the North Pier to the Lighthouse.
Kick off the paddling and kayak season with Third Coast Paddling this Memorial Day weekend! Take 15% off your rentals with promo code BEACH15 at checkout (valid for online advance reservations only). Rentals available for Silver Beach, Jean Klock Park, Van Buren State Park, Warren Dunes State Park. If you prefer a river adventure, use the promo code for the Paw Paw River, Gailen River or Wade’s Bayou locations!
Enjoy Memorial Day Weekend with Filkins Vineyards as they host live music and food trucks on Saturday from 12p-7:30p! A $10 cover gets you in for both shows - Elvis Tribute Artist (12p-3p) and The Breakfast Club (4:30p-7:30p). Plus, enjoy delectable wines from Filkins and delicious food trucks all day! Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs.
Check out the opening weekend of the Butterfly House at Sarett Nature Center! The Butterfly House is a netted facility located across the driveway from the Nature Center building and is open Tuesday-Sunday through Labor Day weekend. The butterflies are most active on sunny, warm days! No appointments necessary. Attendees can purchase tickets at the Nature Center's front desk.
Lemon Creek Winery hosts a two-day Wine and Art Festival, a celebration of art, music, food and wine! Attendees will enjoy live music and delectable wine as they shop regional artisans. Food trucks onsite both days! Festival hours include Saturday and Sunday from 12p-6p.
Catch the last weekend of Wanderlust Outfitters Memorial Day Sale! Shoppers will enjoy up to 25% off select brands, including The North Face, Osprey, NEMO, KUHL and Prana. Visit the store for more details!
Sister Lakes Brewing and Peat’s Cider Social are teaming up for the Brew Belt Byway Relaunch Party this Saturday from 3p-7p! Attendees will get a chance to visit four locations, get their card punched and be entered to win prizes. Bring in five food items to donate to a local pantry and receive an extra entry on your punch card!
Interested in learning how the Great Lakes were formed? Join one of the Love Creek Nature Center & County Park naturalists at Rocky Gap County Park for a Rock Talk this Saturday at 2p as they discuss how glaciation has impacted the Great Lakes region and comb the beach for interesting rocks and fossils!
This summer, check out the Pleasant Street Plaza, corner of Main St. and Pleasant St., for street dining, drinks, live music and events! Brought to you by 221 Main, Silver Harbor Brewing and The Market!
Wrap up Saturday night with the Box Factory for the Arts as they host “Work at Hand” by Peter Hartel, a Documentary Film Screening from 7p-9. Attendees will enjoy a film about the painter Michael K. Paxton followed by an artist talk following the screening. $5 requested donation.
There is no shortage of live music throughout Southwest Michigan!
Tabor Hill Winery - Vibes in the Vineyard with Aaron James Wright, 2:30p-5:30p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Samuel Harness, 6:00p
Watermark Brewing - Daniel Deitrich Live, 6p-9p
The Acorn - The Electric Cars, 8p-11p
The Livery - Space Bar, 8:30p
SUNDAY, MAY 25
Find your new favorite wine at the St. Joe Wine Shoppe! Every Sunday, they open a variety of wines, all different styles, during Wine Sample Sundays from 10a-5p!
Filkins Vineyards hosts a special Pop Up with Lakuna Liinks Permanent Jewelry from 2p-6p. Sip on a glass of their new Sparkling wine while you shop!
Enjoy live music at Tabor Hill Winery during Vibes in the Vines feat. Daniel Cole Dailey from 2:30p-5:30p!
MONDAY, MAY 26
The St. Joe Today Welcome Center will host special holiday hours from 11a-3p. Stop by and say hello while you’re downtown St. Joe!
River Saint Joe hosts Music Mondays from 5:30p-7:30p! Attendees will enjoy live music outside on the patio. Grab a tasty beverage and something delicious off the menu while you’re there!
Enjoy the last day of Round Barn Winery’s Memorial Day MEGA Weekend and the last day of sales at Wanderlust Outfitters!
Stop by the St. Joseph Today Welcome Center located on the first floor of 301 State Street for information on all the exciting things to do, see and experience in St. Joseph.
Monday-Friday: 9a-5p
Saturday: 11a-4p
Sunday: 12p-4p
Contact Information
Phone: (269) 985 1111
Fax: (269) 985 0171
Email: info@stjoetoday.com
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