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2024 Antiques on the Bluff

Sun. May 05, 2024
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.

2024 Love Local

Thu. May 16, 2024
- Sun. May 19, 2024
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: 
(List will be updated regularly)

2024 Memorial Day Parade

Fri. May 24, 2024
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.

 

 

2024 St. Joe Farmers Market

Sat. May 25, 2024
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.

Enjoy extended market hours (9:00a-4:00p) on June 1, July 20, August 17 and August 31 to coincide with the Lake Bluff Artisan Fair!
 
Please note that there will be special hours for the market on July 13 during the Krasl Art Fair - stay tuned for more details!

2024 St. Joe Farmers Market

Sat. June 01, 2024
9:00am - 4:00pm

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.

Enjoy extended market hours (9:00a-4:00p) on June 1, July 20, August 17 and August 31 to coincide with the Lake Bluff Artisan Fair!
 
Please note that there will be special hours for the market on July 13 during the Krasl Art Fair - stay tuned for more details!

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2024 St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Blog: March 15-17

March 11th, 2024

Join us this weekend to celebrate March in Southwest Michigan! From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and live music to nature hikes, trivia nights, tasty craft brews and delicious food there’s a little something for everyone! Read more to make the most of this holiday weekend.

2024 Spring Weekend Blog: March 8-10

February 29th, 2024

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

2024 February Fun in SWMI

February 13th, 2024

Not even cold weather can stop Southwest Michigan from bringing the fun! Check out the variety of events happening throughout the month of February.

Weekend Guide to the 2024 Ice Fest: February 2-4

January 30th, 2024

Join us February 2-4 for the 2024 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 Competitions, a Scavenger Hunt, Ice Interactives + more exciting events happening throughout SWMI!

2024 Winter Warm Up Weekend: January 26-28

January 20th, 2024

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

Ho ho ho! Santa has arrived in Michigan's Great Southwest! Interested in visiting the man in red? Here's a list of where he can be found until Christmas Day; you can event visit a few times if those wish lists change.

Ho ho ho! Santa has arrived in Michigan's Great Southwest! Interested in visiting the man in red? Here's a list of where he can be found until Christmas Day; you can even visit a few times if those wish lists change. 

 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7TH

Reindog Holiday Parade: 4:00pm
Santa arrives in downtown St. Joseph at the end of the Reindog Holiday Parade! Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street)! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

Round Barn Winery - Sippin' with Santa: 1:00-4:00pm
Santa is turning up in Baroda too at Round Barn Winery's Sippin' with Santa event! Donate a new, unwrapped toy (or $5 suggested donation) for a visit with Santa, in partnership with Toys for Tots in New Buffalo. Kids can also participate in ornament making and cookie decorating, while the 21+ crowd is invited for seasonal cheer Round Barn style!

 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8TH

Santa's House: 1:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

Bistro on the Boulevard - Sundays with Santa: 11:30am-2:00pm
Sundays with Santa return to the Bistro on the Boulevard! Enjoy Santa's Brunch Buffet and cookie decorating. Call for reservations: 269.983.3882!

Plank's Tavern - Brunch with Santa: 9:00am-2:00pm
Enjoy Brunch with the big man in red! Buffet: $34.95/adult, $19.95/kid (ages 4-10), Ages 3 and under free. Reservations recommended - 269.408.9108!

 

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12TH

Santa's House: 4:00-6:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule. 

 

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13TH

Santa's House: 4:00-6:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH

Santa's House: 12:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15TH

Santa's House: 1:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

Bistro on the Boulevard - Sundays with Santa: 11:30am-2:00pm
Sundays with Santa return to the Bistro on the Boulevard! Enjoy Santa's Brunch Buffet and cookie decorating. Call for reservations 269.983.3882.

Vineyard 2121 - Holiday Event: 12:00-4:00pm
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the vineyard! Celebrate this holiday season with Vineyard 2121 as they host their holiday event featuring Christmas carols, cookies, cocoa and Claus! Santa will be making an appearance from 12:00-2:00pm!

 

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19TH

Santa's House: 4:00-6:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule. 

Silver Beach Carousel - Live Reindeer & Santa: 4:00-9:00pm
Santa will be here around 6:30pm, but his reindeer actually fly in first! You can visit Santa's reindeer in Shadowland on Silver Beach Ballroom from 4:00-8:00pm and get some professional keepsake pictures. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Carousel from 6:30-9:00pm. Visit silverbeachcarousel.com/events for more Family Fun nights on the Carousel (4:00-8:30pm) for $1 rides!

 

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20TH

Santa's House: 4:00-6:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours through the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21ST

Santa's HouseSanta's House: 12:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule. 

Plank's Tavern - Brunch with Santa & His Reindeer: 9:00am-2:00pm
Enjoy Brunch with the big man in red! Santa's reindeer will make an appearance from 10:00am-1:00pm! Buffet: $34.95/adult, $19.95/kid (ages 4-10), Ages 3 and under are free. Reservations recommended - 269.408.9108.

12 Corners - Sippin' with Santa & Live Music: 12:00-6:00pm
Santa himself will make an appearance at 12 Corners for a photo opportunity for all ages from 12:00-3:00pm! Photos are free of charge, but please bring your own camera. Live music by Mark Ficks immediately following.

 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22ND

Santa's House: 1:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule. 

Bistro on the Boulevard - Sundays with Santa: 11:30am-2:00pm
Sundays with Santa return to Bistro on the Boulevard! Enjoy Santa's Brunch Buffet and cookie decorating. Call for reservations: 269.983.3882.

 

MONDAY, DECEMBER 23RD

Santa's House: 12:00-5:00pm
Sponsored by the Herald-Palladium, Santa's House is moved from the North Pole each year to right outside the Welcome Center (301 State Street) in downtown St. Joseph! Santa's House holds various hours throughout the holiday season. Photography is not provided. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own camera! Visit stjoetoday.com/santa for a complete schedule.

 

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