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There's a Variety of Great Music During the Summer 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? You can find performances almost any night of the week, all within a short driving distance. Area musicians as well as professional traveling groups are featured in these summertime performances. For the outdoor venues, grab your lawnchair or a blanket and get ready to be entertained. Outdoor performances are free; there may be a charge for an indoor venue performance. Below is the typical schedule for summer music. Stay tuned as events for 2023 will be added as information becomes available!

Here's the Most Updated Schedule for Live Summer Music in West Michigan in 2024:

Sundays

  • June 30th-August 18th, 2024 from 2-4pm – Music at the Marina at Pentwater Municipal Marina- 519 S. Hancock St., Pentwater

Mondays

  • June 17th-September 2nd, 2024 – Jammin’ Mondays on Betsie Bay, Waterfront Park Amphitheater- Centre St., Elberta.
  • July 1st-August 12th, 2024 from 7-9pm – Concerts in the Park at Village Park- Portage Ave., Onekama. (Rain Location: Onekama Community Schools Cafeteria).

Tuesdays

  • June 11th-August 27th, 2024 – Friends of the Ludington State Park Summer Concert Series (most are held) at the Ludington State Park Amphitheater- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
  • Second & Fourth Tuesdays from June 11th-September 24th, 2024, 5-7pm – New Era Farmers Market Concerts at 1820 Ray Ave., New Era.
  • June 18th-August 6th, 2024 – Sounds of Summer Concert Series in Bolt Park- 225 Franklin Ave., Grand Haven.
  • June 18th-September 3rd, 2024 – Manistee Shoreline Showcase at Rotary Gazebo- First Street Beach- 100 S. Lakeshore Dr., Manistee.
  • July 9th-August 6th, 2024 from 6:30-8pm – Silver Lake Concert Series at Golden Township Park at Silver Lake Sand Dunes- 8453 W Silver Lake Rd, Golden.
  • July 9th-August 20th, 2024 at 7pm – Muskegon Free Summer Concert Series at McGrath Park- 2204 Wickham Drive, Muskegon.

Wednesdays

  • June 18th-August 20th, 2024 at 7pm – Sounds of Summer Concert Series in Pottawattamie Park- 15600 Comstock St., Grand Haven.
  • June 19th-August 28th, 2024 from 7-9:15pm – Echo through the Timber at Wenger Pavilion- 868 Michigan Ave., Baldwin.
  • June 19th-September 4th, 2024 from 7-9pm – Summer Music Series at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.

Thursdays

  • June 7th-August 29th, 2024 from 6-8pm – Live Music in the Plaza in Legacy Plaza– N. James St., Ludington.
  • June 26th-August 21st, 2024 from 7-8pm – Night at the Lights Concert Series at Little Sable Lighthouse- 287 N. Lighthouse Dr., Mears.
  • June 27th-August 29th, 2024 from 7-9pm – Music on the Commons at the Hart Commons- 206 E. Main St., Hart.
  • June 27th-August 8th, 2024 at 7pm – Music in the Streets– 273 S. Benzie Blvd., Beulah.
  • June 27th-August 29th, 2024 from 7:30-8:30pm – Pentwater Civic Band on the Village Green- 327 S. Hancock St., Pentwater.
  • July 11th-August 8th, 2024 from 7-9pm – Roots on the River at the Manistee Jaycees Riverwalk Bandshell- 117 Memorial Dr., Manistee. Rain location is the 5th Avenue Beach House.

Fridays

  • May 24th-September 20th, 2024 from 6-8pm – Live Music in the Plaza in Legacy Plaza– N. James St., Ludington.
  • May 31st, June 14th & 21st, July 12th & 26th, and August 2nd, 16th, and 23rd; 2024 from 5-9pm – Parties in the Park at Hackley Park- 350 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon.
  • June 28th-August 23rd, 2024 from 7-8:30pm – Summer Concerts at White River Light– 6199 Murray Rd., Whitehall.
  • July 5th-August 23rd, 2024 from 6-8:45pm  – Grand Haven Free Fridays at Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium- 1 N. Harbor Dr., Grand Haven.
  • July 5th-August 30th, 2024 7-8pm – Concerts in the Park at Mineral Springs Park- 630 Main St., Frankfort.
  • July 12th-August 9th, 2024 from 7-9pm – Fridays in Hart Concerts in the Hart Historic District- 501 Lincoln St., Hart.
  • July 26th-August 16th, 2024 – Folk Fridays at the Lake County Historical Museum- 915 N. Michigan Ave., Baldwin.
  • August 2nd-30th, 2024 at 7pm – Log Cabin Concerts in Downtown Kaleva.

Saturdays

  • June 1st, 15th, & 29th AND July 6th & 21st, 2024 from 6-9pm – Music Sparks Meaning Summer Concert Series at Rotary Gazebo- 1st Street Beach, Manistee. 
  • June 15th-August 31st, 2024 – Friends of the Ludington State Park Summer Concert Series (most are held at the Ludington State Park Amphitheater- 8800 M-116, Ludington)
  • June 22nd-August 31st, 2024 – Sounds from the Forest at Wenger Pavilion- 868 Michigan Ave., Baldwin.
  • July 6th-August 31st, 2024 – Manton Trails Live Music Summer Saturdays at Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel, & Campground- 9909 N. 39 Rd., Manton.
  • July 27th & August 3rd, 2024 – Rhythm & Dunes Concerts at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.

Stay tuned for the most information on West Michigan Summer Music Series'!

  • In addition, several bars and restaurants offer live music throughout the summer months.

  • Also, check out our story about the Scottville Clown Band to see where they are performing throughout the summer.

  • And, click here to see the schedule of live music happening throughout the summer at the Ludington State Park!

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