Free events in Grand Haven, MI

Summer Farmers Market returns with a lively season celebrating local growers and makers. Shop fresh, locally grown produce, choose from an array of flowers and garden plants, and pick up artisan breads and other baked favorites. Browse handmade goods from local makers, then enjoy ready-to-eat bites from food trucks. Bring the family, meet the farmers, and connect with the community all summer long.

This free Help Me Grow Ottawa playgroup at Allendale Township Library welcomes families with children from birth to age 5. Enjoy a mix of story time, music, and educational play. Each family will receive a book to take home, and parents and caregivers can find information on child development and reading readiness.

This all-ages, after-hours evening at the Muskegon Museum of Art includes light snacks and punch, with a cash bar available. Themes and activities rotate, and there is plenty of art to explore. Attendance is free and the format is drop-in style.

This session offers two hours of open sparring at the tennis courts. It is free for participants from other clubs as well as unaffiliated HEMAists. Attendees must supply their own gear, bring water, and wear comfortable clothing.

A no-cost gathering for families with children from birth to age 5 features stories, music, and learning-through-play activities. Every family receives a book to take home. Parents and caregivers can access resources on child development and early reading readiness.

Share a freshly prepared dinner while connecting with others in a welcoming setting. Everyone is invited, and no advance registration is required. Those who wish to help can volunteer or make a donation. For questions, call 616-414-9111 or email hello@momentumcentergh.org.

Part of the City of Muskegon's annual Dumpster Days, this Steele Neighborhood cleanup offers a free way for residents to drop off bulky items and household rubbish that will not fit in regular garbage bins. Neighborhood association volunteers will monitor the site, creating a simple drop-off experience and a chance to connect with neighbors and association members. The collection point for this event is Muskegon Middle School.

The summer farmers market returns with a lively mix of local flavor and creativity. Explore farm fresh produce from local growers, seasonal flowers and plants, and small batch breads and pastries. Browse handmade goods from local makers, then enjoy ready to eat options from food trucks. Families are welcome, and it is a chance to meet the people behind the products and celebrate the community all season long.

The City of Muskegon teams up with neighborhood associations to present Dumpster Days, offering residents a no-cost way to drop off oversized items and household waste that will not fit in standard trash bins. Each site is staffed by neighborhood volunteers, creating an easy drop-off experience and a friendly setting to connect with neighbors and association members. This community-focused cleanup effort helps keep neighborhoods tidy while making disposal simple and accessible.

Part of a citywide cleanup series organized by the City of Muskegon in cooperation with neighborhood associations, this McLaughlin Dumpster Day provides a free, convenient drop-off for bulky household items that do not fit in standard garbage bins. Neighborhood volunteers will staff the site to keep things running smoothly, and the setting often becomes a friendly chance to connect with neighbors and association members. The event takes place at McLaughlin Community Park.

Rooftop karaoke takes over The Flight Deck at The Early Owl with PRIM Entertainment. Sing favorite songs, enjoy cold drinks and delicious food, and take in the rooftop views. Admission is free. If the rooftop closes due to weather, karaoke will move indoors to the dining room.

The bookmobile visits East Park Manor, offering library card sign-ups, information about library programs, and the chance to borrow books and other materials to take home. Explore the collection and head home with something new to read.

The summer farmers market returns with a lively mix of locally grown fruits and vegetables, vibrant flowers and plants, artisan loaves and pastries, and locally made goods. Food trucks serve meals and easy grab-and-go options. Families can meet the farmers behind their food and enjoy a friendly, community-focused atmosphere throughout the season.

Focusing on the often overlooked needs of mothers after childbirth, this free screening of the documentary Holding Mother explores what real postpartum support entails. The event welcomes people who are pregnant, those who have recently given birth, and anyone who cares for them, including partners, family, and caregivers. Attendees receive free popcorn, resources, and giveaways. Takes place at Central Park Place.

Grand Haven Masonic Lodge #139 is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive that supports patients in the local area. Donors can give whole blood or opt for a Power Red donation. First-time participants and regular donors are welcome, and every contribution helps provide lifesaving care. Appointments are available, and spreading the word can help fill every available slot.

Swing by the Bookmobile to sign up for a library card, learn about current programs, and borrow library materials you can take home.