Family Friendly Events
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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Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.
With its beautiful location along Lake Michigan, Pentwater attracts thousands of visitors every summer. Special summer events include Farmer’s Markets, Pentwater Civic Band Concerts, July 4th fireworks, and Pentwater Homecoming.
This two-day event is sponsored by the Pentwater Chamber of Commerce and features over 100 vendors. It runs Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-3pm. Find handmade crafts, one-of-a-kind antiques, even demonstrations of a special skill or art. The festive weekend includes live music on the Green.
To register, visit pentwater.org
This event is held from 9am-5pm and is a juried, high-traffic arts and crafts fair, which has had an excellent reputation for high quality since 1964. The Pentwater Junior Women’s Club is a nonprofit group dedicated to promoting civic involvement and supporting the Pentwater community. The Annual Fine Arts and Crafts Fair and Silent Auction are the only fundraising events sponsored by the organization. Funds are distributed to local entities and projects for community improvement, education, arts, and other worthwhile causes.
To register, visit pentwater.org.
Sponsored by the Pentwater Chamber of Commerce, this event includes over 100 vendors providing handmade crafts, antiques, a special skill or art, or a skilled trade. The festive weekend includes live music on the Green. Hours are 10am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-3pm on Sunday.
To register, visit pentwater.org
This small village creates memories for you and your family that won’t soon be forgotten.
Read the stories below or go to the Pentwater destination page.
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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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