The best things to do in Holland

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Macatawa Golf Club

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Planning a shower, work shindig, or that long overdue reunion. Macatawa Golf Club has newly remodeled event spaces with vaulted ceilings,…

4600 Macatawa Legends Blvd

Planning a shower, work shindig, or that long overdue reunion. Macatawa Golf Club has newly remodeled event spaces with vaulted ceilings, big windows, and course views, plus in-house catering from a team of executive chefs and room for up to 400, so you can focus on the guest list and vibes.

From the Holland newsletter, September 20, 2026

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From klompen dance lessons and a petting farm to charming outdoor rides and photo-ops galore, Nelis' Dutch Village is the laid-back,…

12350 James St

From klompen dance lessons and a petting farm to charming outdoor rides and photo-ops galore, Nelis' Dutch Village is the laid-back, kiddo-approved way to sneak a mini Netherlands escape this week without leaving Holland. Grab some traditional Dutch treats, make memories, and lean into the wooden-shoe life.

From the Holland newsletter, August 8, 2026

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When you need a quick reset, Window on the Waterfront delivers boardwalk strolls along the marsh, dog-approved loops, and springtime color…

111 E 6th St

When you need a quick reset, Window on the Waterfront delivers boardwalk strolls along the marsh, dog-approved loops, and springtime color from 100,000 tulips. Hit the paths, sneak a moment on a viewing deck, let the kids roam the Sally Smoly Nature Playscape, then head home zen.

From the Holland newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Follow Captain Burke's tale from the Moaning Tree to Skull Pond while you chase birdies and bragging rights at Pirates Landing Mini Golf,…

375 Douglas Ave

Follow Captain Burke's tale from the Moaning Tree to Skull Pond while you chase birdies and bragging rights at Pirates Landing Mini Golf, the pirate-themed course attached to Captain Sundae. It’s the perfect Holland reset, pairing playful obstacles with post-round treats so everyone leaves grinning, not grumbling.

From the Holland newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Whether you're retooling your slice or chasing a low nine, Three Fires Golf Club packs 27 holes across three nines plus a big range with…

6045 136th Ave Suite B

Whether you're retooling your slice or chasing a low nine, Three Fires Golf Club packs 27 holes across three nines plus a big range with chipping and putting greens.

From the Holland newsletter, September 6, 2026

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DeGraaf Nature Center is a 15-acre preserve that’s free and open to the public, perfect for a quick walk when you need your shoulders to…

600 Graafschap Rd

DeGraaf Nature Center is a 15-acre preserve that’s free and open to the public, perfect for a quick walk when you need your shoulders to drop a notch. Trails, a programs calendar, and occasional eco tours keep it feeling new each visit, plus it’s run by the nonprofit ODC Network.

From the Holland newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Kollen Park

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This week, trade the living room for a lap around Kollen Park via the Heinz Waterfront Walkway, nearly 4,000 feet of boardwalk with boat…

240 Kollen Park Dr

This week, trade the living room for a lap around Kollen Park via the Heinz Waterfront Walkway, nearly 4,000 feet of boardwalk with boat watching built in. Kids hit the playground, you catch a bandshell show, and the fountain and Dutch immigrant sculpture add just the right dash of local pride.

From the Holland newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Ravines Golf Club

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Ravines Golf Club is an Arnold Palmer Signature Course set in Saugatuck’s woodlands, with rolling fairways, strategic bunkers, and…

3520 Palmer Dr (Saugatuck)

Ravines Golf Club is an Arnold Palmer Signature Course set in Saugatuck’s woodlands, with rolling fairways, strategic bunkers, and immaculate greens that are tough-lovable for every handicap, perfect for a midweek round right here on the lakeshore, then a bite in the clubhouse while you quietly replay that birdie putt.

From the Holland newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Centennial Park

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Centennial Park blends quiet strolls with local history, from a 1902 rock fountain to the Albertus Van Raalte statue and a marker honoring…

250 Central Ave

Centennial Park blends quiet strolls with local history, from a 1902 rock fountain to the Albertus Van Raalte statue and a marker honoring Dutch settlers. Come for the tulips and seasonal tropical plant display, linger by the gazebo and brick-paved walkways, and keep an ear out for performances.

From the Holland newsletter, September 7, 2026

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The Lost City

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Take on a 5,000-square-foot, multi-level laser tag arena at The Lost City, then mix in mini golf, mini bowling, and a button-mashing arcade…

12330 James St

Take on a 5,000-square-foot, multi-level laser tag arena at The Lost City, then mix in mini golf, mini bowling, and a button-mashing arcade that makes time disappear. Grab something from the Oasis Cafe and call it a win, whether you’re 8 or just competitive.

From the Holland newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Knickerbocker Theatre is the downtown spot for art films via the Knickerbocker Film Series, plus lectures, concerts, and stage performances…

86 E 8th St #3504

Knickerbocker Theatre is the downtown spot for art films via the Knickerbocker Film Series, plus lectures, concerts, and stage performances that actually make weeknights feel interesting. Built in 1911 and now part of Hope College, it’s historic without being stuffy, the kind of room locals keep returning to.

From the Holland newsletter, September 11, 2026

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GQT Holland 7

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When the week needs a reset, GQT Holland 7 lines up new releases, 3D showings, and fun one-offs like Flashback Cinema and Fathom events,…

500 S Waverly Rd

When the week needs a reset, GQT Holland 7 lines up new releases, 3D showings, and fun one-offs like Flashback Cinema and Fathom events, plus the popcorn you meant to share. Reliable, all-digital screens and good vibes for date night, kid energy burns, or solo escapes.

From the Holland newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

478 E 16th St

Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

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When you need a five-minute vacation, Windmill Island Gardens delivers tulip-splashed spring paths, canal-side strolls, the authentic De…

1 Lincoln Ave

When you need a five-minute vacation, Windmill Island Gardens delivers tulip-splashed spring paths, canal-side strolls, the authentic De Zwaan windmill, Little Netherlands, and a charming carousel, making it an easy weekday wander or weekend reset that reminds you why you love living in Holland.

From the Holland newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

12331 James St

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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