August Events Calendar

The harbor village of Pentwater offers “Movies on the Green” during June-August. Films are shown on the Village Green in downtown Pentwater.

Pentwater Homecoming is a summer celebration with numerous activities for the entire family including fireworks, concerts and more!

After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.

Manistee is home to several fishing tournaments that you can participate in or be a spectator at when the big one is brought in!

The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.

West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.

Summer’s coming to an end, so save some money while shopping during downtown Pentwater’s Sidewalk Sale Days!

Spend a Friday afternoon and evening strolling around the galleries in the quaint harbor village of Pentwater.

Summertime means outdoor arts and crafts fairs, and communities in Manistee County often include these fairs as part of their festivals.

Summertime and music just go together perfectly and at the Village Green in the center of Pentwater, the evening is simply charming.

Grab snacks, chairs, and blankets to enjoy a family friendly movie at Manistee’s beautiful First Street Beach near the Rotary Gazebo.

Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.

Friday Night Live now the Final Friday Experience is a street fair offering entertainment, music, food, demonstrations, and more.

This service is provided to area residents each August in cooperation with the Michigan Water Stewardship Clean Sweep Program.

West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.

The Manistee County Fair happens each August at the Onekama Fairgrounds along Portage Lake on M-22 with rides, food, entertainment, and more!

Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.

Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.

The Oceana County Fair is a five-day, fun-filled event held at the fairgrounds in Hart.

Each August, the "Two Lake Town" of Onekama near Manistee hosts it's annual Onekama Days celebration with fun for the whole family.

The Scottville Harvest Festival and Scottville Summer Fest are now one event called the "Scottville 10 + 31 Celebration", held each August.

The Suds on the Shore Craft Beer & Wine Festival is held each August at Ludington's Rotary Park to benefit the United Way of Michigan.

West Shore Bank hosts the Rhythm & Dunes Summer Concert Series each summer at the Waterfront Park Pavilion in downtown Ludington.

Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.