Free events in Whitehall, 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 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.

Free, fresh groceries are available through the Oceana County Mobile Food Pantry at Spitler Elementary School. In partnership with Feeding America West Michigan, this distribution offers fruits, vegetables, dairy items, and staple foods at no cost to families in Oceana County. Local volunteers power each distribution with support from the Rotary Club of Hart, strengthening food access and community resilience. No pre-registration is required for families receiving food. Volunteers help unload, organize, and hand out boxes, and should be comfortable standing for long periods and lifting food boxes. The schedule may change, so check the website before traveling.

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.

Enjoy free live music on the patio featuring Denny Powers. He focuses on acoustic favorites and performs a wide range of rock and country songs, with a hint of jazz. This mix connects with listeners of every age.

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.

Oceana County Small Business Buzz Coffee Circle is a monthly coffee roundtable for small business owners, founders, and the partners who support them. Participants connect over Dark Water Coffee from the event sponsor, exchange practical insights, and talk candidly about both wins and challenges facing the local small business community. It also serves as a forum for questions, problem solving, and discovering opportunities in a friendly, collaborative setting. There is no cost to attend, and registration is requested to help organizers plan. Hosted by The Starting Block in partnership with the Oceana County Economic Alliance. Attendees are encouraged to come with questions and ideas.

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