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, an Artisan Fair and Antiques on the Bluff!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
The Friday Night Concert Series wraps up with the last concert of the 2024 season! This week catch a performance by The Backups at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell in downtown St. Joseph from 7:00p-8:00p. Take in beautiful sunsets during this free concert. Sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro.
Wanderlust Outfitters celebrate their 8th WANDER-versary this Labor Day Weekend! Enjoy discounts and giveaways all weekend long, August 30-September 1. Special family fun on Saturday, August 31 from 11:00a-2:00p - attendees will enjoy balloon twisting and critters from Sarett Nature Center!
Take a spin on The Silver Beach Carousel this weekend! Hours include Friday, August 30 from 12:00p-9:00p; Saturday, August 31 from 12:30p-4:00p and 6:00p-9:00p; Sunday, September 1 from 12:00p-9:00p.
The Heritage Museum & Cultural Center hosts their last weekend of Public Lighthouse Hours! Weather permitting, hours run Fridays from 12:00p-5:00p, Saturdays from 11:00a-5:00p and Sundays from 12:00p-5:00p. The main level, exhibit and introductory tour are free! Attendees can also enjoy a Guided Walking Tour ($10/person), available at 1:00p and 3:00p Friday-Sunday, and an Inner Light Climb Only ($10/person) during public hours .
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Friday lineup:
City of Bridgman - Bridgman Courtyard Concert feat. Don Savoie at 7:00p
Watermark Brewing - Live with the Matt Kotinek Band from 7:00p-10:00p
Lemon Creek Winery - Friday Music Series feat. Brian McClure Celtics from 5:00p-8:00p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Dylan Raymond from 7:00p-10:00p
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
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market, held every Saturday now through October 12 from 9:00a-4:00p (last weekend for extended hours) in Lake Bluff Park. Attendees will enjoy a variety of products including homemade goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Sponsored by Culver’s of Stevensville, The Boulevard Inn & Bistro and NOBO.
Over 50 local and regional artisans will display their handcrafted goods during the Lake Bluff Artisan Fair from 10:00a-5:00p 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 on the Green from 10:00a-5:00p. This outdoor market on
KAC grounds that features 10 regional artists, including one Emerging Artist!
KAC sculpture and gallery exhibitions will be open to explore before or after
you shop the market.
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 (through September 1) from 1:00p-5:00p - $3 per person, with kids 3 & under free.
Twin City Players hosts their first production of the 2024-2025 season - Mel Brook’s Young Frankenstein! Catch this show Friday-Sunday, August 30-September 22. Visit twincityplayers.org for tickets and more information!
The City of St. Joseph, hosts their last Summer Movie Series this weekend, featuring Super Mario Brothers! Held at Whittlesey Park, this showing starts at 7:30p and is entirely free to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs, blankets and snacks!
Enjoy a night of comedy at The Livery as they host “Saturday Night of Laughs” at 8:00p! Hosted by comedian Joshua Matthias, this show will feature curated talent from the area and “open mic” opportunities for local comics.
Wrap up the evening with St. Joseph River Yacht Club’s annual Tri-State Regatta Party from 8:30p-Midnight! Featuring live music by Libido Funk Circus. This event is open to the public.
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:
Round Barn Winery - Jammin’ in the Vineyard feat. Erik Donner from 1:00p-3:30p and Jessica Lopez & Angelo Cicco Acoustic Duo from 4:00p-6:30p
12 Corners - Live with Mike Talbot from 3:00p-6:00p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Dylan Raymond from 6:30p-9:30p
Vineyard 2121 - The Incredible Johnson’s from 7p-10p
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
Antiques on the Bluff returns to Lake Bluff Park from 10:00a-5:00p! 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. Sponsored by Family Chimney Sweeps.
INSIDER TIP: Catch the LAST Antiques on the Bluff of the
2024 season on Sunday, October 6!
Cool off at the Whirlpool Centennial Compass Fountain Splash Pad! Hours include Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day Weekend from 10:00a-9:00p; September 5-September 30 from 12:00p-8:00p.
INSIDER TIP: Don’t miss Dog Day at the Fountain on
Tuesday, September from 4:00p-6:00p! Presented by the
City of St. Joseph &FuzzyButz Pet BakeryFuzzyButz Pet Bakery.
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 1:00-5:00p!
Celebrate the holiday weekend during Round Barn Winery’s “Mega” Labor Day Weekend - Saturday, August 31 through Monday, September 2! Attendees will enjoy a “Pour Your Own Mega Pint” Station, Slushie & Food Truck Features and live music!
Catch additional live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Sunday lineup:
Vineyard 2121 - Live Music feat. Rob Harbin from 2:00p-5:00p
Sister Lakes Brewing - Live Music with Barrelhouse from 2:00p-5:00p
Round Barn Winery - Jammin’ in the Vineyard feat. Aaron James Wright from 2:30p-5:30p
Tabor Hill Winery - Live with Jason Murphy from 2:30p-5:30p
The Livery / Benton Harbor Arts Association - BHAA Open Stage from 5:00p-8:00p
Silver Harbor Brewing - Live Music feat. Dylan Raymond from 6:30p-9:30p
Watermark Brewing - Live with The Detroit Doors from 7:00p-10:00p
City of Bridgman - Weko Beach Summer Concert Series with the Whateverly Brothers from 7:00p-9:00p
City of St. Joseph - Municipal Band Concert at 7:00p
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
The St. Joe Today Welcome Center will be open from 11:00a-3:00p.
Live music throughout Southwest Michigan! See below for the Monday lineup:
Round Barn Winery - Jammin’ in the Vineyard feat. Dylan Raymond from 2:30p-5:30p
City of St. Joseph - Municipal Band Concert at 7:00p (last concert of the 2024 summer season!)
