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Mon 20 Apr
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Small Business Passport Weekthru Sat Apr 25Small Business Passport WeekDate: Apr 20 - Apr 25Location: Downtown, Centertown, and the Waterfront in Grand Haven, MICalendar: Community Calendar
Thereβs something special about exploring your own downtown with fresh eyes.
This spring, weβre inviting you to rediscover the places you loveβand uncover a few new favoritesβduring our Small Business Passport event, happening April 20β25, 2026. With 75 participating businesses across Downtown, Centertown, and the Waterfront, itβs the perfect opportunity to step inside shops youβve always meant to visit, meet the people behind the counters, and experience the energy that makes our business community so unique.
Visit participating businesses throughout Downtown, Centertown, and the Waterfront to get your passport stamped and discover new favorites.Turn in your completed passport for a chance to win gift certificate prize packages totaling $3,000
PASSPORTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP APRIL 13 - 20 at!
Silverfire Gallery & Gifts/Gem Source
Surf Shop
Glik's
Rosewood Provisions (Centertown)
Health Hutt
Snug Harbor
Lakeside Eats
Lucy's
Morning Star
Long Road Distillers
RULES:
Customers must pick up a passport brochure and visit participating businesses to collect stamps.To enter the grand prize drawing,
you must collect:
10 stamps from Centertown businesses
20 stamps from Downtown businessesGift certificate packages:
1 - $750
2 - $500
2 - $250
3 - $100
6 - $50
6 - $25Eligible at participating businesses,
Gift certificate redemption excludes insurance premiums and
attorneyβs fees.
Click here to view the list of particiapating businesses!
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Fri 24 Apr
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Arbor Day Tree Planting 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMArbor Day Tree PlantingDate: Apr 24Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Central ParkCalendar: Community Calendar
Join City Hall staff members for the Annual Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony as we come together to celebrate Earth Day. This is a great opportunity to come together, celebrate Earth Day, and contribute to improving our community’s green spaces. We hope to see you there!
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Spring Sidewalk Sale 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMSpring Sidewalk SaleDate: Apr 24Time: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMLocation: Earth's EdgeCalendar: Community Calendar
Get ready, Grand Haven β our Annual SPRING SIDEWALK SALE is back for a third year! Join us Friday & Saturday, April 24thβ25th for two full days of incredible deals, fresh spring vibes, and serious savings you wonβt want to miss. Whether youβre gearing up for outdoor adventures or refreshing your wardrobe, we have something for everyone!
What youβll find:
β’ Huge clearance on apparel for women, men & kids β from fall favorites to spring must-haves
β’ Deep discounts on select shoes, boots & socks
β’ Outerwear deals on coats & jackets
β’ Major markdowns on select kayaks β including factory closeouts!
β’ Deals on camping gear, packs & more for your next adventureWhen:
Friday, April 24 | 10 AM β 8 PM
Saturday, April 25 | 10 AM β 8 PMDonβt miss your chance to score incredible finds at our biggest spring event of the year. Come early, bring a friend, and shop till itβs gone!
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Sat 25 Apr
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Spring Sidewalk Sale 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMSpring Sidewalk SaleDate: Apr 25Time: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMLocation: Earth's EdgeCalendar: Community Calendar
Get ready, Grand Haven β our Annual SPRING SIDEWALK SALE is back for a third year! Join us Friday & Saturday, April 24thβ25th for two full days of incredible deals, fresh spring vibes, and serious savings you wonβt want to miss. Whether youβre gearing up for outdoor adventures or refreshing your wardrobe, we have something for everyone!
What youβll find:
β’ Huge clearance on apparel for women, men & kids β from fall favorites to spring must-haves
β’ Deep discounts on select shoes, boots & socks
β’ Outerwear deals on coats & jackets
β’ Major markdowns on select kayaks β including factory closeouts!
β’ Deals on camping gear, packs & more for your next adventureWhen:
Friday, April 24 | 10 AM β 8 PM
Saturday, April 25 | 10 AM β 8 PMDonβt miss your chance to score incredible finds at our biggest spring event of the year. Come early, bring a friend, and shop till itβs gone!
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Independent Bookstore Day Celebration 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMIndependent Bookstore Day CelebrationDate: Apr 25Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMLocation: The Bookman, 715 W Washington St, Grand Haven, MI, United States, Michigan 49417Calendar: Community Calendar
Come Celebrate 100 Years of Pooh in the 100 Acre Wood for Independent Bookstore Day (IBD). There will be fun Winnie the Pooh Activities all day! Come dressed as your favorite Disney Character and enjoy crafts, games, a scavenger hunt, Disney trivia, snacks and drinks. There will be live readers in The Bookman window reading all day long. There will be exclusive IBD merchandise and if you find the hidden Golden Ticket in the store you win 12 free audio books from Libro.fm!
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Chili Blues Cook Off 12:00 PMChili Blues Cook OffDate: Apr 25Time: 12:00 PMLocation: Snug Harbor, 311 S Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MICalendar: Community Calendar
This is one of our biggest events of the year bringing together local businesses, community members, and chili lovers for an afternoon of competition, music, and giving back.
What to Expect:
- Chili Cook-Off Competition β Local teams compete for bragging rights and top honors
- Live Music & Waterfront Atmosphere
- Silent Auction supporting I Understand (Love Heals)
- Awards & Winners Announced Live (must be present to win)
- Full food & drink specials available throughout the eventGet Involved:
β’ Enter a chili team and compete
β’ Donate a silent auction item
β’ Become a sponsor and get your business in front of hundreds of guestsThis event has been a community staple for years come be part of it.
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19th Annual Earth Day Celebration 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM19th Annual Earth Day CelebrationDate: Apr 25Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMLocation: First Presbyterian Church, 508 Franklin Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417Calendar: Community Calendar
Celebrate Earth Day with a full afternoon of community, creativity, and sustainability in Grand Haven.
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Sat 2 May
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Opening Day 2026 - Grand Haven Farmers Market 8:00 AM to 1:00 PMOpening Day 2026 - Grand Haven Farmers MarketDate: May 2Time: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PMLocation: Grand Haven Farmers Market, 301 N Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MICalendar: Community Calendar
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Derby Party at The Porch 6:00 PMDerby Party at The PorchDate: May 2Time: 6:00 PMLocation: The Blue Porch, 21 N Beacon Blvd, Grand Haven, MI, United States, Michigan 49417Calendar: Community Calendar
Food and drink specials
Prizes for wearing Derby Hats
Horse Drawings to win Porch Prizes
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Sat 9 May
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Tote Club DaysDate: May 9Location: Main Street DowntownCalendar: Community Calendar
Tote Club Days β 2026
Any Main Street Tote β’ Any Main Street BusinessBrought to you by Grand Haven Main Street, Tote Club Days are our way of saying thank you to the loyal shoppers who support Downtown and Centertown all year long!
On four special dates in 2026, bring any official Main Street tote bag from past Light Night Open Houses and enjoy exclusive perks at participating businesses. Itβs the perfect excuse to stroll the districts, discover new favorites, and revisit the places you love.
Show your tote and enjoy:
- Exclusive discounts
- Fun gifts
- Special offers2026 Tote Club Days Dates:Winter: February 14
Spring: May 9
Summer: August 8
Fall: November 7Tote Club Days are held quarterly as part of our ongoing Downtown and Centertown loyalty program. Any color Main Street tote is eligibleβfrom 2016 through 2025.
Note: Not all businesses are required to offer a special or sale.
Any color is eligible for customers:
2026 Royal Blue
2025 Red and Purple
2024 Hunter Green
2023 Navy
2022 Cool Blue
2021 Purple
2020 Orange
2019 Purple
2018 Royal Blue
2017 Lime GreenGrab your tote, hit Main Street, and make a day of it!
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National Astronomy Day at Hemlock CrossingDate: May 9 - May 10Time: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AMLocation: Hemlock Crossing Park, 8115 West Olive Rd, West Olive, MICalendar: Community Calendar
Join the Shoreline Amateur Astronomical Association for a free, family-friendly celebration of the night sky!
Saturday, May 9, 2026
12:00 PM β 12:00 AM
Hemlock Crossing ParkEnjoy a full day of astronomy fun, including solar telescope viewing, a planet walk, an evening lecture, and nighttime observing (weather permitting). Kids receive a free raffle ticket, and a telescope will be awarded after the lecture!
Come explore the universe with us right here on the lakeshore!
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Wed 22 Apr
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Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00 PMZoning Board of AppealsDate: Apr 22Time: 7:00 PMLocation: City Hall – City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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Thu 23 Apr
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Human Relations Commissionn 5:30 PMHuman Relations CommissionnDate: Apr 23Time: 5:30 PMLocation: City Hall – City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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Mon 27 Apr
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Central Park Place (Community Center) BoardDate: Apr 27Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Central Park Place, 421 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United StatesCalendar: City Meetings Calendar
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City Council - Regular Meeting 7:30 PMCity Council - Regular MeetingDate: Apr 27Time: 7:30 PMLocation: City Hall City Council Chambers, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI, 49417Calendar: City Meetings Calendar
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Tue 28 Apr
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Airport Board 5:30 PMAirport BoardDate: Apr 28Time: 5:30 PMLocation: Airport, 16446 Comstock St, GrCalendar: 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.





















