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2026 City Calendar
The 2026 City of Grand Haven digital calendar is finished! Calendars are available to view, download and print.
City Receives Quality of Life Award for Five Mile Hill and Bicentennial Park Improvements
The City of Grand Haven was recently awarded the Project of the Year Award from the Midwest Branch, Michigan Chapter of the American Public Works Association at their annual membership meeting for Quality-of-Life improvements associated with Bicentennial Park retaining wall replacement and the Five Mile Hill Overlook Reconstruction. The award demonstrates the City’s commitment to improve and sustain the community’s quality of life for our residents and visitors alike. The City Council approved the capital improvements in the 2024/25 fiscal year, digging into the City’s fund balance to accomplish the improvements.
2025 Blanket Policy
Blanket Policy: The City of Grand Haven invites the public to place sheets, caution tape, golf tees and chairs on all public property to reserve space for the parade and fireworks, after 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 1, 2025. Materials placed before 12:01 a.m. will be removed by City crews.
The placement of spot marking materials PRIOR to 12:01 a.m. on
Friday, August 1, 2025 is strictly prohibited.
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Halfway to Walk the Beat 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMHalfway to Walk the BeatDate: Feb 5Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMLocation: 415 S. Beechtree St., Grand Haven, MI 49417Calendar: Community Calendar
Walk the Beat: A Music Crawl to Beat the Winter Blues 🎶❄️
Shake off the winter blues with Walk the Beat, a free, walkable music event featuring live performances across the East End! Hop between local businesses, discover new bands, and enjoy a night of music and community.
Admission is free (donations welcome), and getting around is easy—Harbor Transit will provide a free trolley service on the East End from 6–10 PM, courtesy of the City of Grand Haven.
🎸 Live Music Schedule
6:00–8:00 PM
Off the Record — Dope
Stanz Cafe — Izzy Joy
7:00–9:00 PM
Unicorn Tavern — Serita’s Black Rose
Third Coast Recording — FreshWater
Burzurk Brewing — Bare Soul
8:00–10:00 PM
Off the Chain — Sam Starkie
Hiway Inn — Funky Brewster
Bundle up, bring your friends, and make a night of it—Walk the Beat is the perfect way to experience live music and local vibes this winter. 🎶✨
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Bet on Inclusion (a 20's themed event supporting Kenzie's Be Cafe) 6:30 PM to 10:00 PMBet on Inclusion (a 20's themed event supporting Kenzie's Be Cafe)Date: Mar 7Time: 6:30 PM to 10:00 PMLocation: Grand Haven Eagles #925Calendar: Community Calendar
Don your best 20's attire and join Kenzie's Be Cafe for a night of prohibition style fun including game play, dancing, craft cocktails, raffle prizes, and more! Bet On Inclusion starts at 6:30pm, March 7th at the Grand Haven Eagles. Game play will happen 7-9pm, with the raffles happening right after and dancing going until 10pm. Live jazz music and specialty 20's themed drinks will make you think it's 1925.
Tickets start at $50 and include game play chips, raffle tickets, appetizers, and a drink.
Sponsorships start at $250. RSVP or Sponsor today: https://secure.lglforms.com/form.../s/DetqgFj07eaqE-ycAZYdDQ
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Third Coast Author & Book Festival 11:00 AM to 4:00 PMThird Coast Author & Book FestivalDate: Mar 21Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PMCalendar: Community Calendar
The Third Coast Author & Book Festival is an extraordinary experience – the ultimate vacation for a reader, or an incredible day trip for a local literature lover. In beautiful Lake Michigan beachtown Grand Haven, home of one of Michigan’s most beautiful lighthouses, one of Michigan’s most breathtaking sunsets, and some of Michigan’s friendliest people, come join fellow book lovers as you explore the town while meeting your favorite authors.
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The Kite Festival at Grand Haven 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMThe Kite Festival at Grand HavenDate: May 16Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMCalendar: Community Calendar
Look up and get ready to be amazed! The Grand Haven Kite Festival transforms the Lake Michigan shoreline into a sky full of color, creativity, and high-flying fun. Watch professional kite fliers perform synchronized routines, stroll the beach lined with giant show kites, and even bring your own to join in.
This free, family-friendly event takes place at Grand Haven State Park on Saturday, May 16 (10 AM–5 PM) and Sunday, May 17 (11 AM–5 PM), weather permitting. It’s the perfect spring getaway—plan your stay and make a weekend of it in Grand Haven.
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The Kite Festival at Grand Haven 11:00 AM to 5:00 PMThe Kite Festival at Grand HavenDate: May 17Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PMCalendar: Community Calendar
Look up and get ready to be amazed! The Grand Haven Kite Festival transforms the Lake Michigan shoreline into a sky full of color, creativity, and high-flying fun. Watch professional kite fliers perform synchronized routines, stroll the beach lined with giant show kites, and even bring your own to join in.
This free, family-friendly event takes place at Grand Haven State Park on Saturday, May 16 (10 AM–5 PM) and Sunday, May 17 (11 AM–5 PM), weather permitting. It’s the perfect spring getaway—plan your stay and make a weekend of it in Grand Haven.
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Brownfield/EDC 4:00 PMBrownfield/EDCDate: Feb 2Time: 4:00 PMLocation: City Hall – City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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City Council - Regular Meeting 7:30 PMCity Council - Regular MeetingDate: Feb 2Time: 7:30 PMLocation: City Hall City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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Parks and Recreation Board 6:00 PMParks and Recreation BoardDate: Feb 4Time: 6:00 PMLocation: City Hall – City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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Cemetery Board 3:00 PMCemetery BoardDate: Feb 9Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Cemetery Chapel, 1304 Lake Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United StatesCalendar: City Meetings Calendar
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The City of Grand Haven respects, values and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make people who they are. The pillars of equity, diversity and inclusion are vital to a vibrant community, and we believe that bringing diverse individuals together and encouraging all voices to be heard allows us to build a stronger community. The City of Grand Haven upholds these pillars as crucial to healthy people and a healthy community.
