West Michigan Arts Scene
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
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One of the best things about Northern Michigan is the fresh goodness of locally grown fruits and vegetables. Various farm markets around the region offer a bounty of the best-
tasting produce around. Shopping for fresh produce is convenient, with many of the local
farm markets open from May until September or October.
Located in Downtown Traverse City between Grand Traverse Bay and the Boardman River. In 2024, the market is open 7:30am-12pm on Saturdays from May 4th-October 26th AND 8am-12pm on Wednesdays from June 5th-October 30th. Apply by clicking here.
Located between Cottageview Drive and Red Drive at Grand Traverse Commons. The outdoor market will be open from November 4th, 2023 to late April, 2024 (Stay tuned for end date). Hours are 10am-2pm on Saturdays. The outdoor market is typically open from 1-5pm on Mondays, from early June to early October. Both are located on Cottageview Drive, near Trattoria Stella in the Village. Call or text Diana at (231) 620-3585 to register.
Located at the corner of M-31 and M-137 in Interlochen, the Farmer Market & Arts and Crafts Show generally runs from 9am-2pm on Sundays from early May until late October. For more information, call (231) 970-1340.
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
Visit the new Value of Sports Museum located at Historic White Pine Village just a short drive from Ludington.
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline between Ludington and Manistee, you’ll find natural splendor- the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area.
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.
The historical Vogue Theatre in Manistee, renovated as a modern-day movie theater, shows current movies, classic films, and family movies.
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Take one of the most scenic drives in the nation as you travel across M-22 in West Michigan. A long winding road of adventure awaits!
A site to behold along Lake Michigan, these structures with a rich history give both a sense of safety and a beautiful site.
The Annual Show of the Western Michigan Old Engine Club is held the first weekend of August at Scottville’s Riverside Park.
The Pere Marquette River area is rich with wildlife, offering great outdoors hunting and fishing opportunities.
Hop aboard the Lake Michigan S.S. Badger Carferry! Take the famous cruise across Lake Michigan and experience the Badger and all it has to do!
The Hart-Montague Bike Trail consists of 22.5 miles of paved paths for biking, snowmobiling, skating and more!
A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!
The spring/fall runs of steelhead and salmon, the resident brown trout and “brookies” make the PM River extremely popular for fishing.
Created in 1980, this trail has 1,000 miles running through Michigan, which also runs through the Huron-Manistee National Forest.
The West Michigan area, with many small lakes and rivers to explore, is a popular location for paddle sports.