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Save the Dates!
Waterfront Film Festival
June 13-16
Harborfest
June 20-23
What is Harborfest?
A celebration of Southwestern Michigan's quaint maritime history!
With free live music all weekend!
Plus....
Craft and Food Fair
Dragon Boat Racing
Renaissance Festival
Pancake Breakfast
Kid's Activities
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The Michigan Maritime Museum's tall ship, Friends Good Will offers daily sails on Lake Michigan, including children's Pirate Chaser Sails!
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South Haven's South Pier Head in the evening. Photo submitted by Craig Gardiner.
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Entrance to South Haven's Black River.
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Kiteboarders & South Haven's South Pier Head. Photo submitted by Bill Coulter.
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The sails of the Friends Good Will! Photo submitted by Regina Beck.
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It's not too early to book your summer vacation! To request an Official Visitors Guide with a complete listing of lodging members contact us at 269.637.5252/1.800.SO.HAVEN.
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New YouTube Channel!
Be sure to check out our new YouTube Channel & send us your favorite South Haven video footage!
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Greetings!
South Haven's stunning Lake Michigan coastline, genuine hospitality and small-town charm continue to make it one of the Midwest's most desirable vacation havens.
While miles of sugar sand beaches infatuate landlubbers, the waterways provide world-class experiences. Yachting magazine ranked South Haven among the top 10 yachting towns in the world, praising its many marinas along the sheltered banks of the Black River. South Haven Harbor provides more than 1,100 slips for dockage.
Small crafts also provide big experiences here!
-Jet skis create bluewater thrills for action lovers.
-There's no need to transport wave-runners or kayaks. Local rentals are conveniently available.
-For those who prefer to sit back and let the winds carry them away, sailing charters are the ticket.
-Tug boat rides onboard a 1945 fishing tug, fishing and dive charters add to choices for water play.
A world-class port of call, distinguished maritime learning center and boating and beaching playscape, South Haven's timeless appeal continues to enchant and delight the generations.
South Haven/Van Buren County
Convention & Visitors Bureau
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South Haven Farm Market
Every Saturday beginning May 11, 8am-2pm.
Our market was created over 5 years ago and continues to be a vibrant, fresh, and exciting part of our community. Be sure to reap the benefits and pleasures of freshly picked products as well as handmade items. We are located under the pavilion in the Huron Street parking lot behind the Post Office in downtown South Haven. We are open every Saturday from 8am-2pm and Wednesdays in June, July, August and September from 8am-2pm. Our vendors are looking forward to rekindling friendships with our repeat visitors and connecting with new friends.
www.southhavenfarmmarket.com
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South Haven Steelheader's Open
May 17-19, Times Vary. All winners will be determined by the Tournament Committee and its decision shall be final. Winners will be determined on the total accumulation of points based on the following: -Ten points per legal fish weighed. -One (1) point per pound of total weight, rounded to the nearest hundredth. There will be a maximum of twelve (12) fish weighed per boat each official day of the tournament, of the maximum numbers of fish weighed, no more than three (3) may be Lake Trout. The contestant accumulating the highest number of points in their division over all of the hours of the Tournament shall be the winner; the contestant with the second highest accumulation of points shall be second; and so on. The following species shall be eligible: Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Atlantic Salmon, Steelhead or Rainbow Trout. Click here for a complete list of Official Rules. www.michigansteelheaders.org
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May 18,
10am-2pm.
The Al-Van Humane Society is hosting Paws on Parade at Stanley Johnston Park in South Haven. At this family fun event, there will be vendors, demonstrations, activities, food, dog contests and a one-mile Pet Parade through downtown South Haven. Pre-registered participants in the parade will receive a souvenir bandana. Registration forms are available online at the shelter's website www.al-van.org.
As a not-for-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to providing food, shelter and temporary housing to homeless pets in Allegan and Van Buren counties, Al-Van depends on events like Paws on Parade to generate funds and raise awareness of the services it provides to the community. Al-Van is currently looking for donors, vendors and sponsors for Paws on Parade. If you are considering becoming a sponsor or donor, or want to attend the event please contact the shelter at 269.637.5062 or visit www.al-van.org.
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Singing Man Comes to Black River Books
May 25, 1-3pm.
Singing Man, Michael Toahty, will be at Black River Books to sign his book, Seven Sacred Directions: A Native-American Message of Transformation. Singing Man's mother was a full-blooded Southern Arapaho, and his father was half Pawnee and half Kiowa. "His wisdom and message combine ancient Native American teachings and philosophy with a modern-day understanding of personal struggle, transformation and ultimate awakening."
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Blue Coast Artists Springfest Studio Open House
Preview the new works and meet new member artists! Come and enjoy the countryside during the lush green spring. The plants are emerging as well as the new art created by the artists over the winter months. Enjoy the fresh new artwork and a behind the scenes look in the studios of the member artists. www.bluecoastartists.com
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Marcelo Frota (MoMo) in Concert
May 26,
6-7:30pm. Hailing from Rio de Janeiro, Marcelo Frota's music reassembles different sounds and styles with his natural approach to Brazilian popular music. He is compared to underground folk artists from Northern Brazil, such as Marconi Notaro, Lula Cortez and Alceu Valenca. Recently, Marcelo Frota was featured on Caetano Velosos's 70th birthday compilation with Os Mutantes, Seu Jorge, Beck, Devendran Banhart, and Céu, and others. www.foundryhall.org
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