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Christmas in West Michigan

Christmas is right around the corner, and the big day will be here before you know it. Start the celebration now, with events happening all over West Michigan. There will be no shortage of music, gifts, food, and holiday cheer all month long. Stop by your family’s favorite holiday tradition, or create a new one with this list of Christmas fun.
Give the Gift of Travel with The Amtrak Gift Card!

Amtrak gift cards come in fixed and variable amounts, allowing customers to pick an amount between $25 and $500. Gift card denominations vary by merchant. When ordering a digital eGift card from Amtrak.com, customers can choose their gift card design between eight options, including cards relevant for an occasion (i.e. happy birthday, congratulations, happy holidays) with Amtrak logo, or featuring some of the best views of the country from an Amtrak train. Cards may be applied at face value toward purchasing Amtrak tickets, products or services sold by an Amtrak station or contact center representative and online. With the exception of Amtrak Guest Rewards points, customers may combine gift cards with other forms of payment supported by Amtrak. Other terms and conditions apply.
Santa Sightings in West Michigan

It’s that time of the year when kids (and adults) around the world are creating their lists, while Santa is checking his. Santa wants to make sure he has it all straightened out: who’s naughty, and who’s nice? Everybody else, on the other hand, is jotting down what they hope to find under the tree come December 25th. All over West Michigan, Santa is stopping by and lending his ear to listen to what everyone wants for Christmas this year.
Winter Lodging Specials

Winter is the perfect time to plan a getaway in West Michigan. With all the holiday happenings, New Year’s celebrations, and events throughout the state, you’ll want to get out and see everything. Take advantage of winter lodging specials and packages to make it easier when planning your winter adventure.
Celebrate New Year’s in West Michigan

Say goodbye to 2018 and welcome 2019 in style with these New Year’s celebrations in West Michigan. Ring in the New Year any way you like, from a relaxing night or bumping party to an evening of food and drink. There are even events for the kids! The night is topped off with a ball drop or fireworks, as a new chapter begins.

Events in West Michigan

For a full list of what's going on in West Michigan this December and beyond, make sure to visit our events calendar! There's always something happening nearby, from fairs and festivals to tours and workshops. Read More...

The West Michigan Holiday Gift Guide

Shopping for that perfect gift is never easy. You want to give something thoughtful, unique, and functional to everyone on your list, but it’s a daunting task. Read More...

What's Happening

SONS: Seeing the Modern African American Male in Muskegon

The Muskegon Museum of Art presents SONS: Seeing the Modern African American Male, an exhibition of portraits of black men from greater Muskegon, as photographed by artist Jerry Taliaferro. The … Read More ►
Grand Ravines Wins State Award for Park Design

The Michigan Recreation and Park Association (mParks), an organization dedicated to the advancement of public spaces, recreation, and natural resources, announced that Ottawa County Parks was awarded the 2018 Park Design award … Read More ►
Great Lakes Folk Singer Returns to Library Sunday Music Series

Great lakes folk singer Lee Murdock returns to the Loutit District Library‘s (LDL) Sunday Afternoon concert stage December 9 from 2:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. Murdock’s performance is the fourth … Read More ►

Christmas in West Michigan

Give the Gift of Travel with The Amtrak Gift Card!

Santa Sightings in West Michigan

Winter Lodging Specials

Celebrate New Year’s in West Michigan

Events in West Michigan

The West Michigan Holiday Gift Guide

Win a Tour & Ice Cream

What's Happening

SONS: Seeing the Modern African American Male in Muskegon

Grand Ravines Wins State Award for Park Design

Great Lakes Folk Singer Returns to Library Sunday Music Series

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