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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!

Sundays

Beginning June 18th, 2023 (end date TBA) – Music in the Park at Lindsey’s Park-310 E. Wilson Dr., Idlewild.

Mondays

June 19th-September 4th, 2023 from 7-9:15pm – Jammin’ Mondays on Betsie Bay, Waterfront Park Amphitheater- Centre St., Elberta.
June 26th-August 14th, 2023 at 7pm – Concerts in the Park at Village Park- Portage Ave., Onekama. (Rain Location: Onekama Community Schools Cafeteria).

Tuesdays

June 20th-August 8th, 2023 from 7-8:30pm – Sounds of Summer Concert Series in Bolt Park- 225 Franklin Ave., Grand Haven.
June 20th-August 29th, 2023 at 7pm – Manistee Shoreline Showcase at Rotary Gazebo- First Street Beach- 100 S. Lakeshore Dr., Manistee.
July 11th-August 8th, 2023 from 6:30-8pm – Silver Lake Concert Series at Golden Township Park at Silver Lake Sand Dunes- 8453 W Silver Lake Rd, Golden.

Wednesdays

July 5th-26th, 2023 from 7-8:30pm – Sounds of Summer Concert Series in Pottawattamie Park- 15600 Comstock St., Grand Haven.
June 21st-August 30th, 2023 from 7-9:15pm – Echo through the Timber at Wenger Pavilion, Baldwin.
June 21st-August 30th, 2023 from 7-9pm – LACA Summer Music Series at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.

Thursdays

May 26th-September 21st, 2023 from 5-8pm – Live Music in the Plaza in Legacy Plaza– N. James St., Ludington.
June 22nd- August 31st – Pentwater Civic Band at 8pm on the Village Green- 327 S. Hancock St., Pentwater.
June 22nd-August 31st, 2023 from 7-9pm – Music on the Commons at the Hart Commons overlooking Hart Lake.
June 29th-August 10th, 2023 – Music in the Streets– 273 S. Benzie Blvd., Beulah.
Every other Thursday June 29th-August 24th, 2023 from 7-8pm – Night at the Lights Concert Series at Little Sable Lighthouse- 287 N. Lighthouse Dr., Mears.
July 6th-August 10th, 2023 at 7pm – Roots on the River at the Manistee Jaycees Riverwalk Bandshell- Memorial Drive, Manistee. Rain location is the 5th Avenue Beach House.

Fridays

June 1st-September 22nd, 2023 from 5-8pm – Live Music in the Plaza in Legacy Plaza– N. James St., Ludington.
July 7th-August 5th, 2023 at 7pm – Fridays in Hart Concerts in the Hart Historic District- 501 Lincoln St., Hart.
July 28th-August 18th, 2023 at 7pm – Folk Fridays at the Lake County Historical Museum- 915 N. Michigan Ave., Baldwin
August 4th-August 25th, 2023 at 7pm – Log Cabin Concerts in Downtown Kaleva.

Saturdays

June 2nd, 16th, & 30th; July 7th, 14th, & 28th; and August 4th & 18th; 2023 from 5-9pm – Parties in the Park at Hackley Park- 350 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon.
June 3rd and 17th & July 1st, 15th, and 29th from 6-9pm – Music Sparks Meaning Summer Concert Series at Rotary Gazebo- 1st Street Beach, Manistee.
June 24th-September 2nd, 2023 from 7-9:15pm – Sounds from the Forest at Wenger Pavilion, Baldwin.
July 1st-September 2nd, 2023 from 7-10pm – Manton Trails Live Music Summer Saturdays at Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel, & Campground- 9909 N. 39 Rd., Manton.
July 29th AND August 5th, 2023 at 6pm – Rhythm & Dunes Concerts at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.

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!