Autumn is a dazzling season in Traverse City! Oranges, reds and yellows paint the rolling hills, giving the perfect opportunity for a stunning color tour. Experience the beauty on a bike ride, a hike or a scenic road trip. The winding country roads, vineyards, and forests display an unforgettable patchwork of colors. Chose a route and discover fall at its finest with a Traverse City Fab Fall package. Starting on September 3 rd you will find special lodging rates, plus discounts on shopping, dining, outdoor recreation, and attractions.
Visit St. Ignace in August and enjoy an amazing Intercontinental Indigenous Art Show, our annual Rendezvous At The Straits PowWow and our popular Arts And Crafts Dockside Show. August also means nightly events including Music By The Bay, Guided Walking Tours, Outdoor Movies By The Bay, Wine Tasting and Saturday Night Fireworks. See it all and do it all this August in St. Ignace.
Looking to add an adrenaline rush to your vacation? From zip-lines to deep water kayaking, West Michigan is full of unique adventures to make a memorable trip!
Whether you’re enjoying a craft IPA in Grand Rapids, sipping a sour in Traverse City, or sampling a flight from your favorite brewery in Kalamazoo, West Michigan is a beer lover’s paradise. No matter your destination, treat yourself to a cold one brewed locally in West Michigan.
Whether you want to get lost in the woods, put your mountain bike to the test, or explore the coastline, you’ll find a great way below to hit the trails. Traveling by foot, bike, or kayak, once you’ve experienced West Michigan’s immersive trails and waterways you’ll have a hard time getting back in the car at the end of the day.
Tour the beautifully restored Hackley and Hume Homes and you’ll instantly be taken back in time! Experience the unique living spaces that showcase how local Muskegon lumber barons lived in their late 19th century Victorian homes. The Hackley and Hume Historic Site is open May – October, with special events throughout the season and around the holidays.
There is no shortage of tasty things to tempt your taste buds in West Michigan! From farm-fresh produce, homemade goodies, and dockside dining to locally crafted brews, wines, and desserts, here are some mouthwatering options for you to try!
Autumn fun awaits you in Mackinaw City! Join the 62nd Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk taking place on September 2nd, enjoy the Mackinaw City Wine & Beer Festival September 7th, take in the fall colors, and get ready for Fort Fright Night at Fort Michilimackinac October 4th & 5th.
Your efforts to help the planet don’t have to take a vacation just because you are traveling. Many West Michigan destinations, businesses, and organizations are making sure to do their part to promote eco-friendly and sustainable practices to conserve energy and minimize environmental impact.
Explore the wild side of West Michigan! Get up close to local wildlife, learn about exotic animals, and more with these animal encounters and zoos.
From food to wine, art fairs to car shows, there are events taking place nearly every week throughout the upcoming months and always something right around the corner for you to experience with these West Michigan festivals. Read More...
Find ways to celebrate with special events, parades, and stay-and-play packages! Read More...
