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Fat Biking in the Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park 8960 W Fox Rd, Mears, MI, United StatesFat-tire biking in Silver Lake Sand Dunes is allowed from Dec. 15 to March 15, 8 a.m. to dusk, within the designated 450-acre ORV area. Riders must enter via the down ramp, and e-bikes are not permitted. No reservations are […]
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Frozen Tin Man Golf Outing
Participate in Harts 4th Annual Frozen Tinman Golf Outing. Bundle up, grab your clubs, and enjoy a winter round that has become a Hart favorite. The event takes place at the City of Hart irrigation property on Polk Road, in […]
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Hart Winterfest
Downtown Hart 16 S State Street, Hart, MI, United StatesMark your calendars for City of Hart's 2026 Winterfest! This year's event will take place on Saturday, February 7th in Downtown Hart. We will have events going on downtown all morning/afternoon. Stay tuned for our list of events including the […]
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Winterfest Soup Walk
Hart AreaGrab your friends and take a tasty adventure through Downtown Hart! Pop into our local shops, sample their signature soups, and cast your vote for the ultimate soup champion! More information coming soon!
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Winterfest in Pentwater
Downtown Pentwater MI, United StatesThis fun-filled day brings the community together for outdoor activities, local shopping, and cozy winter cheer. Enjoy the Ryan Williams Perch Derby, the Snowman Scram 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, and cross-country skiing on the Crystal Valley Ski Trail. […]
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Opening Day of the Silver Lake State Park ORV Area
Silver Lake State Park ORV Area 8960 W Fox Rd, Mears, MI, United StatesSilver Lake State Park ORV area is open April 1 - Oct. 31 each year. April 1 - April 30 (9 a.m. to 8 p.m.) May 1 - Sept. 15 (9 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Sept. 16 - Oct. 31 […]
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Community Easter Egg Hunt
Oceana County Fair Grounds in Hart 1025 S. State Street, Hart, MI, United StatesJoin us for the Hart/Silver Lake Community Easter Egg Hunt at the Oceana County Fairgrounds in Hart. 10,000 plastic eggs with prizes divided into age categories Easter Bunny visit A Candy Shoot Country Dairy Cow Mascot And family fun! Lineup […]
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Pentwater Easter Egg Hunt
Pentwater Village Green 327 S Hancock St, Pentwater, MI, United StatesStop at the Village Green from 12-1pm for our Annual Colleen Plummer's Easter on the Green. An event started by a Pentwater local, bringing together the community for year. Bring your children and family to meet the Easter Bunny and […]
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Ride for the Ranch
Grace Adventures Paradise RanchRide for the Ranch offers a full day of adventure featuring the complete lineup of Paradise Ranch activities. Participants may bring their own horse or ride one of ours while enjoying open horse trails, cattle sorting, and a cowboy challenge […]
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Pentwater Brews and Beats
Pentwater Village Green 327 S Hancock St, Pentwater, MI, United StatesGet ready for a day of great flavors and good vibes at Brews & Beats 2026! Hosted by the Pentwater Chamber of Commerce, this annual celebration brings together 20+ Michigan breweries, wineries, and cider houses for an afternoon of sampling […]
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Hart Hills
Looking for an amazing Michigan gravel race this spring? The Hart Hills gravel race on May 9th, 2026 is what you are looking for! Hart Hills is going to test your endurance, this bicycling challenge is held on the gravel, […]
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Little Sable Point Opens
Little Sable Point Lighthouse 287 North Lighthouse Drive, Mears, MI, United StatesLittle Sable Point in Silver Lake will be open for the season! Opening day to Labor Day hours: Mondays: 1-5 pm Tuesday-Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
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Raptor Junkies Silver Lake Shakedown
Join the Raptor Family for an epic long weekend at the iconic Silver Lake Sand Dunes. This event is all about wide-open dunes, scenic trail runs, great food, and the kind of camaraderie you only get when Raptors roll together. Whether […]
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Mac Wood’s Dune Rides Open
Mac Wood's Dune Rides 629 N. 18th Ave, Mears, MI, United StatesMac Wood's Dune Rides will be open for the season! Check their website for hours: https://macwoodsdunerides.com/
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10th Annual Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion
Golden Township Park at Silver Lake Sand Dunes 8501 Silver Lake Road, Mears, MI, United StatesA weekend dedicated to Jeep owners for some food, dunes, and fun! Stop by for some fun in the sun and sand at the beautiful Silver Lake Sand Dunes at the 10th annual SLSD Jeep Invasion.
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National Asparagus Festival
Downtown Hart 16 S State Street, Hart, MI, United StatesThe National Asparagus Festival, Hart, MI Oceana County is one of the leading asparagus-producing states in the country. Each year, the National Asparagus Festival, held the second weekend in June, marks the celebration of our harvest. Join us for the […]
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Michigan Three Free Weekend – Free Fishing, Free ORV permit, & Free State Park Admission
The first Free ORV Weekend also lines up with Summer Free Fishing Weekend, when fishing licenses and the Recreation Passport requirement are waived. That means residents and visitors can grab a fishing pole, ride the off-road trails and visit state parks and boating access […]
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Pentwater Community Garage Sale
Get ready for a fun-filled day of treasure hunting at the Pentwater Community Garage Sales! Held on the 2nd Saturday in June from 8am–5pm, shoppers can explore garage sales happening all throughout Pentwater. A convenient virtual map will be available to […]
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Hart Sparks Fireworks
Hart Commons 49 South State Street, Hart, MI, United StatesCelebrate Independence Day early at Hart Sparks 2025 on Wednesday, July 2, from 6–11 PM in downtown Hart. Enjoy an evening filled with live music, delicious food vendors, a fun Kids Zone, chalet shopping, and the Downtown Hart Social District. […]
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Pentwater Fireworks
Charles Mears State Park 400 W. Lowell Street, Pentwater, MI, United StatesCelebrate summer in Pentwater on July 3rd at dusk as brilliant fireworks light up the night over Lake Michigan! The show launches from the Pentwater pier and can be enjoyed from Charles Mears State Park, along the pier, or from […]
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Thunder Over The Dunes Fireworks
Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park 8960 W Fox Rd, Mears, MI, United StatesCelebrate Independence Day with Thunder Over the Dunes, one of West Michigan’s most unique firework displays! Watch the sky light up over the Silver Lake Sand Dunes on July 4th, starting at 10:30 PM (or as soon as it’s dark […]
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Stony Lakes Sparkler 5k
Stony Lake Inn 4722 S Scenic Dr, Shelby, MI, United StatesThe Sparkler is a race sponsored by the Stony Lake Property Owners Association and is designed to provide a fun family activity as part of the July Fourth celebrations for Stony Lake property owners, our local communities, and all visitors to our […]
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Shelby Chainsaw Festival
Downtown Shelby on Michigan Avenue Shelby, MI, United StatesThe Shelby Chainsaw Carving Festival is back for 2026, bringing big talent and even bigger excitement to downtown Shelby! Watch master carvers transform logs into incredible works of art during live demos, then take home your favorite piece at the […]
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Golden Sands Glow Bash
Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar 2501 Wilson Rd, Silver Lake, MI, United StatesGlow Bash Weekend is happening Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, 2025, golfing in the dark! This event fills quickly, so sign up your group today to reserve your tee times. Your Glow Bash experience includes golf, riding, desserts, […]
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Heroes on the Dunes
Val Du Lakes Bar & Grill-Campground 1573 N Wilson Rd, Mears, MI, United StatesHeroes on the Dunes is a two-day event, starting off with our golf outing at the beautiful Benona Shores Golf Course, and then our dune day at Silver Lake ORV park to honor and support veterans and first responders. The […]
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Mears Craft Show
The Mears Craft Show, held every 4th Saturday in July, is a must-visit summer event featuring over 60 booths filled with unique handmade crafts, artisan goods, and delicious food vendors. From 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, explore a wide variety […]
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Bronco Takeover
Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar 2501 Wilson Rd, Silver Lake, MI, United StatesBronco Takeover is a great time with a good group of people that love Broncos! This event has grown pretty quickly! The first year event hosted about 50 Broncos and every year the event grows with over 150+ Broncos in […]
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Pentwater Homecoming Celebration
Pentwater MI, United StatesHOMECOMING KICKS OFF THE SECOND THURSDAY IN AUGUST. This is the largest event in Pentwater. Locals and visitors love to come “home” for Homecoming. There are numerous activities scheduled for everyone’s enjoyment. Some of the highlights are the Strawberry Shortcake Social, […]
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Free ORV Weekend
Free ORV Weekend is a great time to see, experience and test out the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Residents and out-of-state visitors legally can ride Michigan's 4,000 miles of off-road vehicle trails on two back-to-back days without an ORV license […]
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Pentwater Sidewalk Sales
Downtown Pentwater MI, United StatesSidewalk Sales are taking over Hancock Street! Local merchants are bringing their best deals, promotions, and must-have finds right to the sidewalk. Grab your friends and make a weekend of shopping, strolling, and discovering great local gems.