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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!

While things may look a little different this year, there's still plenty to do this holiday weekend in Michigan's Great Southwest! Explore the area with a surrey bike, take to the water on a paddleboard adventure, walk the local nature trails, be a beach bum for an afternoon, wind down the Maker's Trail and more. Join us in around St. Joseph! #MeetMeLocally

While things may look a little different this year, there's still plenty to do this holiday weekend in Michigan's Great Southwest! Explore the area with a surrey bike, take to the water on a paddleboard adventure, walk the local nature trails, be a beach bum for an afternoon, wind down the Maker's Trail and more. Join us in around St. Joseph! #MeetMeLocally

 

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Enjoy the St. Joe Farmers Market every Saturday through October 10 from 9:00am-2:00pm in Lake Bluff Park. Market-goers will find jams, honey, hearth-baked breads and fine pastries, perennials, cut flowers, organic vegetables and so much more!

Soak up the summer days with Scooter Joe's Wheel & Water Rentals! They offer a variety of ways to explore St. Joseph - take a ride on a beach cruiser, surrey, electric bike or tandem. Guests can also rent kayaks/canoes at their Inn at Harbor Shores rental location in addition to pontoon boats, speed boats, dinghies and jet skies through a partnership with Blue Water Rentals!

INSIDER TIP: NEW this summer! Book a 90 min Surrey Sculpture Scavenger Hunt
on a Surrey Bike to search for Krasl Art Center sculptures! 

Explore the local nature trails at Sarett Nature Center. Their five-mile trail system includes boardwalks, observation platforms and a barrier-free walkway. Trails are open from dawn to dusk!

INSIDER TIP: Check out their Nature Discovery Kits for some at-home nature exploration!

Downtown St. Joseph is home to many charming locally owned businesses. A couple of stores are geared towards families include: The Toy Company and Forever Books. Make your visit memorable - check out stjoetoday.com/shop for a full list! 

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

 

LIVE MUSIC

Summer also brings live music, sometimes with a side of wine or craft beer! Check out these locations and even a virtual event this holiday weekend:

Sister Lakes Brewing:
           Friday, July 3 - David O'Leary from 5:00pm-8:00pm
           Saturday, July 4 - Anna PS from 5:00pm-8:00pm

Plank's Tavern on the Water:
           Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4 from 6:00pm-9:00pm
           Sunday, July 5 from 4:00pm-7:00pm

Dablon:
           Friday, July 3 - E-Man from 3:45pm-6:45pm
           Sunday, July 5 - Matt Gabriel from 2:30pm-5:30pm

City of St. Joseph:
           Saturday, July 4 - St. Joseph Municipal Band Virtual Concert
           Visit sjcity.com/band for a complete summer schedule!

RyeBelles:
           Saturday, July 4 - Mark Ficks from 6:00pm-10:00pm

Vineyard 2121:
           Friday, July 3 - Karaoke by DJ Dale Owen at 6:00pm
           Saturday, July 4 - High Vizz Live! at 6:00pm
           Sunday, July 5 - Michael McIntosh Live! at 2:00pm

 

BEER, WINE & SPIRITS

Southwest Michigan Cycleboat and SWMI Brew Tours have partnered to create a unique SWMI experience - Lake & Land Tour! Guests will enjoy two hours on the water followed by three chauffeured stops to local wineries/breweries (approx. five hours total). Book your trip today!

Round Barn Estate presents their annual Red, Whites & Brews holiday event on Saturday, July 4. Guests will enjoy live music from 1:30pm-3:30pm feat. Pablos Great Revenge and from 4:00pm-6:30pm feat. Weekend Social (trio). Additionally, the first 100 attendees will receive a souvenir Reds, Whites & Brews growler with a purchased growler fill!

INSIDER TIP: Check out the new Mt Tabor Trails - over 3.5 miles of beautiful trails that
connect Round Barn Estate to Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant.

Journeyman Distillery hosts a Distillery Brunch every Sunday from 10:00am-2:00pm through October 11. Attendees will enjoy donut, hot dog and taco bars, a brunch buffet featuring a wide variety, a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar and more! $20/adult, $15/children 5-12 years old, FREE for children under 5. 

Silver Harbor Brewing and 221 Main present the Pleasant Street Plaza, weekends through the summer! Enjoy outdoor dining, live music and games. The fun starts Friday at Noon through Sunday at dusk!

Explore Southwest Michigan's local wines and craft beers on the Maker's Trail! Featuring pet-friendly locations, unique tasting experiences and seasonal events - there's something for everyone on the Maker's Trail!

INSIDER TIP: The Maker's Trail passport program has been extended to July 15 so
there's still time to claim your prizes! Visit swmichigan.org/passport for more info.

 

STAY

Stay the weekend with us! Check out these summer offers below. Visit stjoetoday.com/stay for additional area lodging.

The Boulevard Inn - "Book One Night, Get The Second Night 50% Off" now through September 3! Enter discount code summer20 at theboulevardinn.com to receive this special offer!

The Inn at Harbor Shores - "Weekday Escape to Pure Michigan" for stays a minimum of three consecutive nights. Package includes 10% off spa services, shuttle to the beach, access to 12 miles of hiking/biking trails, on-site kayak rental. This offer is a limited time offer until August 31. Visit innatharborshores.com to book your stay!

 

#MEETMELOCALLY GIVEAWAY

Enter for the chance to win one of three St. Joseph Experience Gift Bags during the #MeetMeLocally giveaway! Visit our #MeetMeLocally Blog from prize information.

HOW TO ENTER:
- Must post a photo of location "in and around St. Joseph"
- Use hashtag #meetmelocally
- Tag St. Joseph Today
        FACEBOOK: @stjoetoday | INSTAGRAM: @stjoetoday | TWITTER: @stjosephtoday
- Enter multiple times!

 

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