
Summer Music in West Michigan
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.
Photo by Northwestern Michigan Fair
The Northwestern Michigan Fair in Traverse City is held in mid-August. It was established in 1908 and has been held at its current location at 3606 Blair Town Hall Rd., Traverse City, since 1975. The fair continues to follow its original purpose of celebrating area agriculture and youth programs.
Gates are open from 8am-11pm, Livestock Barns are open from 10am–10pm, Exhibit Building is open from 10am–10pm (Mon-Sat), Midway is open Mon-Sat (see below for times)
Northwestern Michigan Fair Board
3606 Blair Townhall Rd., Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 943-4150
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.
The Oceana County Fair is a five-day, fun-filled event held at the fairgrounds in Hart.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
The Frankfort-Elberta area is host to several arts and crafts fairs through the summer months as well as a holiday fair in late November.
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Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
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Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
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West Shore Community College in Scottville offers classes, the West Shore Ice Arena, and a complete recreation center.
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