Schedule Of Events

July 25, 2025

9:00 am - 7:00 pm : Lighthouse Quilt Guild - “Stitched Stories” Quilt Show

Annual Quilt Show, members showcase over 100 quilts, offer demonstrations, and share stories about their antique quilts

Location : Second Christian Reformed Church 2021 Sheldon Road, Grand Haven, MI

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Mega 80’s

Take a handful of your favorite 80's songs, a splash of some retro fashion, a pinch of panache and an eye-popping video spectacle in the background and what do you get? The Mega 80’s, of course! Since their emergence onto the Detroit music scene, the Mega 80’s have taken southeast Michigan by storm. Now veterans of the 80’s cultural milieu, they are still rocking as hard as ever. The proof is in the pudding!

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

July 26, 2025

7:30 am : Coast Guard City USA Run

Join us downtown for the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Run!

7:30am - 5K Run/Walk

8:30am - 10K Run/Walk

8:45am - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

We will be offering the 5K+10K Combo Coastie Challenge again this year.

Location : Tri Cities YMCA 1 Y Drive, Grand Haven, MI

9:00 am - 5:00 pm : Lighthouse Quilt Guild - “Stitched Stories” Quilt Show

Annual Quilt Show, members showcase over 100 quilts, offer demonstrations, and share stories about their antique quilts.

Location : Second Christian Reformed Church 2021 Sheldon Road, Grand Haven, MI

10:30 am : Kids Parade

Celebrating their Service …. Honoring their Sacrifice” is the theme of this year’s parade as we honor the Men and Women of the United States Coast Guard.  Get geared up and come on down for this parade for all ages. 

Parade route: start at 5th St. & Franklin, West on Franklin to 1st St., North on 1st to Washington, East on Washington to 5th St. 

1:30 pm : Cardboard Boat Race

Two classes of racers will be featured in the 150-yard race at the Waterfront Stadium and limited to 20 boats. The Buoy Class is for youth, ages 10-15. The Cutter Class is open to anyone age 16 and older. Two-person and 3 to 8- person vessels are allowed. Prize categories include fastest time, Fleet Award, Iceberg Award and People’s Choice. The Fleet Award goes to the best themed boat, while the Iceberg Award is for the best sinking.
The boats will be on display from about 12:00 p.m. until race time for a public walk-through and People’s Choice vote.

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Simply Queen

SIMPLY QUEEN is a world class act!
This COMPLETELY LIVE tribute performs all the iconic songs that have made Queen one of the most legendary rock bands of all time and faithfully recreates the grand scope of Queen’s live shows - musically and visually capturing the amazing live Queen experience that has filled stadiums around the world. The band is fronted by Freddie Mercury impersonator extraordinaire, Rick Rock (vocal/piano/guitar), CC Lambrick (guitar/keyboards/vocal), Mitch Taylor (bass/vocal) & Phil Charrette (drums/vocals). Based in Windsor, Ontario, CANADA, they are veteran musicians who have performed in festivals, theatres and arenas across North America and beyond!

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

July 27, 2025

7:30 am - 2:00 pm : Cruise-In Car Show

Over 250 cars on display at this great auto event. Plan to join us after attending the Car Show for the Coast Guard Festival Community Picnic happening in Mulligan’s Hollow – Grand Haven from 12-3. FREE to the public. 

Location : Downtown Grand Haven on Washington Ave between Harbor Drive and 4th Street.

8:00 am - 11:00 am : Pancake Breakfast

Who: Grand Haven Bucs Sports Boosters

What: Pancake Fundraiser

Pancake Ticket Prices : $10 per adult, $8 per child or GH student (18 under), $5 Veteran, $30 family of 4 ( 2 adults and 2 children)

Location : Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Office 113 N second street, Grand Haven, MI

10:00 am - 4:00 pm : Flea on Seventh

Get ready to shop! Dozens of vendors! Hosted by Vintage Green Antiques. 

Location : 7th street between Washington and Columbus.

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm : Community Picnic

Enjoy food and games as we celebrate the annual picnic that was the start of the Coast Guard Festival 101 years ago. Hot dog lunch available for purchase. There will be a Dunk Tank again this year.  Come dunk our local “celebrities”.

Location : Mulligans Hollow 1 Y Drive, Grand Haven, MI

July 28, 2025

1:00 pm : Parade of Ships

Help us welcome the USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY as they sail into the port of Grand Haven

Location : Escanaba Park 673 S Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MI

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm : Ship Tours – Monday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park Ship Tour

Location : Escanaba Park 673 S Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MI

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Beach Party Boys and Elvis Lives

The Beach Party Boys are in their 10th year of non-stop touring – they have been described as the Ultimate Beach Party coming to life! They bring the fun fun fun of California’s Summer Sun and the great music of The Beach Boys to life! The show is fast paced and interactive with a focus on lots of nostalgia to awaken the teenage hearts of all those who carried a Transistor Radio in the 60s!!!
The authentic look, musical instrumentation, and detailed harmony of the Beach Boys are reproduced with a bang on representation of the real deal.

Elvis Lives – Bruno Nesci is no stranger to the Elvis Tribute Artist World. He’s graced the stages of the World for the last 22 years performing as Elvis Presley, touring across Canada, the USA, and even Italy and Australia.
Bruno is the only Canadian Elvis Tribute Artist to place in the TOP 10 in the Ultimate Elvis Contest in Memphis Tennessee and has accomplished this feat for 4 years in a row.

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

July 29, 2025

8:30 am : Coastie Golf Tournament

“Featuring all the hallmarks of Michigan links style golf. Opened in 2000 these wide Kentucky Blue Grass fairways with Bent Grass PURE rolling greens are sure to bring your golf game a true delight! Offering all levels of golfers an enjoyable experience with 4 different tees to choose from. The course also offers a few risk and reward holes that are sure to get you excited every time you step to the tee.”

Location : Pigeon Creek Golf Course – 10195 120th, West Olive, MI

10:00 am - 2:00 pm : Kids Day

Enjoy games, crafts, entertainment, and events for kids!  Come play on all the bounce houses and learn building basics. Attractions are FREE!

Location : Mulligans Hollow 1 Y Drive, Grand Haven, MI

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm : Ship Tours – Tuesday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm : Carnival – Tuesday

The annual Coast Guard Festival Carnival strives to provide a friendly environment for adults and children alike. Furnishing the midway with over two dozen carnival rides, family friendly games, professional food concessions in our food court, and guest amenities like an on-site ATM and help desk, there is something to appease the whole family. Friendly staff engage in providing the best experience possible! Respect and courtesy are at the top of the list for guests.

Location : Downtown in Harbor Front and Covenant Life parking lot

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Tributes to Chris Stapleton and Luke Combs

His style of Country Music influenced by blues and soul looks to be attracting a wider audience in all those genres. From the raw, soulful vocals to the electrifying stage presence, every detail captures the essence of a true Stapleton performance. Are you ready to experience a packed venue, a captivated crowd, and a night of standing ovations? This show is more than just a tribute, it’s a full-scale concert experience that fans won’t forget!
Backed by a professional band this is one great show we will not want to miss! You’ll hear all the top hits such as Tennessee Whiskey, Broken Halos, Midnight Train to Memphis, The Devil Named Music, Traveller , Hurricane, Fast Car and many more!

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

8:30 pm - 10:30 pm : Street Dance with Brena

The Grand Rapids cover band, Brena, returns to the festival to bring the crowd to their feet in the middle of Washington Street. You’ll be dancing and singing along to hits from the 80s, 90s, and NOW. From “Shout” to Motown, rock, and country, the show has something for those young and old to enjoy. Easy listening and fun “moving and grooving” to the beat.

July 30, 2025

8:00 am - 2:00 pm : Senior Day

8AM : Pickleball Tournament players 50 years and older, Mulligan’s Hollow Courts. Register Here

10AM : Get Well Expo

10AM :  Fitness Demonstrations

11AM : Entertainment – Chair Announcements and Fun!

NOON : Boxed lunch.  Provided by our Senior Day sponsors

12:45-2PM : Bingo with prizes.

12:45-2PM : Musical Entertainment by Silverado.

Location : Mulligans Hollow 1 Y Drive, Grand Haven, MI

10:00 am : Coastie Beach Volleyball

Beach Volleyball event for Active Duty and Retirees Only, Join us for a 4 on 4 volleyball event at the beautiful Grand Haven State Park.  Play will start at 10 am. Come out of a day of Fun! This is a free event.  Spectators are encounged!!

Location : Grand Haven State Park 1001 S Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

10:00 am - 12:00 pm : Ship Tours – Wednesday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park

2:00 pm - 11:00 pm : Carnival – Wednesday

The annual Coast Guard Festival Carnival strives to provide a friendly environment for adults and children alike. Furnishing the midway with over two dozen carnival rides, family friendly games, professional food concessions in our food court, and guest amenities like an on-site ATM and help desk, there is something to appease the whole family. Friendly staff engage in providing the best experience possible! Respect and courtesy are at the top of the list for guests.

Location : Downtown in Harbor Front and Covenant Life parking lot.

5:00 pm : Retirees Dinner – Retiree Private Event

Greetings from Coast Guard City, U.S.A. !  Each year, during the annual Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival, we make it a point to celebrate our Coast Guard Retirees who have proudly served in the Nation’s greatest ( and the oldest) continuous seagoing service, the United States Coast Guard. Please join us for dinner and this year’s Festival theme, “Celebrating their Service.. Honoring their Sacrifice”.

Location : Grand Haven Eagles 20 N Second St, Grand Haven, MI

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Forever Seger/The Silver Bullet Experience with Two Dudes in Flip Flops

FOREVER SEGER, creates the dynamic journey through the timeless music of Bob Seger featuring lead singer, Kevin Reid. Authentic vocals, commanding performance and Reid’s unmistakable 1970’s Seger-look, captures their audience and propels The Silver Bullet Experience onto the top-ranking concert stages and festivals in North America. Opening act – Two Dudes in Flip Flops

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

July 31, 2025

10:00 am - 11:00 am : Coast Guard Recruiting Presentation

This year, the U.S. Coast Guard is inviting job seekers between the ages of 17-41 to meet with local Coast Guard representatives who have the inside scoop on the latest bonuses!  If you want to travel, learn a trade, or just explore your options, come to our seminar and learn about the FREE tuition and healthcare benefits the Coast Guard offers, and see if you qualify for a signing bonus!

Location : Station Grand Haven 601 S. Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

10:00 am - 1:00 pm : Ships Tours – Thursday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park

12:00 pm - 11:00 pm : Carnival – Thursday

The annual Coast Guard Festival Carnival strives to provide a friendly environment for adults and children alike. Furnishing the midway with over two dozen carnival rides, family friendly games, professional food concessions in our food court, and guest amenities like an on-site ATM and help desk, there is something to appease the whole family. Friendly staff engage in providing the best experience possible! Respect and courtesy are at the top of the list for guests.

Location : Downtown in Harbor Front and Covenant Life parking lot

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm : Grand Evolution ( Styx and Journey Tributes) and The Zep Show ( Led Zeppelin Tribute)

GRAND EVOLUTION is a group of 5 world class, journeymen musicians brought together by their admiration for the legendary sounds of 2 of the biggest, multi-platinum selling acts in commercial rock….STYX and JOURNEY. This high energy act will take you back to the arena rock, vinyl era performing hit after hit from a catalogue of some of the most iconic and successful songs ever written. Not only are the songs performed with note for note precision, but costume changes the visuals make attending a GRAND EVOLUTION live performance even more enjoyable.

The Zep Show is a visual and audio spectacle that time travels you back to the age when Rock was born. The Zep Show is dedicated to thrilling audiences in Theatres and Festival stages across North America. These four – full time, professional musicians have devoted their lives to preforming live rock and the affinity they share with each other and the music they love, is as apparent as it is authentic. Masterful musicianship, spot-on vocals and striking visuals make The Zep Show an extremely convincing and authentic rendition of Led Zeppelin from the late ’60’s into the early ’70’s.

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

August 01, 2025

9:00 am - 6:00 pm : Merchants and Makers at the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival

Merchants and Makers is thrilled to coordinate the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Market, an annual market held in conjunction with the renowned Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival. This vibrant two-day event, taking place the first weekend in August, transforms Central Park into a bustling marketplace featuring over 140 talented makers and artisans from across the state. Explore a diverse array of handmade goods, including unique crafts, jewelry, art, and much more, all while enjoying the lively atmosphere of one of Michigan’s most iconic summer festivals. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Coast Guard Festival Market offers the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind treasures while celebrating the spirit of the Coast Guard and community. Join us for a weekend of shopping, creativity, and fun in the heart of Grand Haven!

Location : Central Park 421 Columbus, Grand Haven, MI

10:00 am - 12:00 pm : Ship Tours – Friday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park

12:00 pm - 11:00 pm : Carnival – Friday

The annual Coast Guard Festival Carnival strives to provide a friendly environment for adults and children alike. Furnishing the midway with over two dozen carnival rides, family friendly games, professional food concessions in our food court, and guest amenities like an on-site ATM and help desk, there is something to appease the whole family. Friendly staff engage in providing the best experience possible! Respect and courtesy are at the top of the list for guests.

Location : Downtown in Harbor Front and Covenant Life parking lot.

4:00 pm : National Memorial Service

A moving tribute to those Coast Guard personnel who have died in the line of duty during the past year.

Location : Escanaba Park 673 S Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MI

6:30 pm : Sounds of Sting – A Tribute to Sting and The Police with Crush – Bon Jovi Experience followed by a Spectacular Drone Show launched from Dewey Hill

Born of a lifelong love affair with the music of Gordon Sumner (known to us as “Sting”), Mike Ferfolia’s SOS draws from the best of the best of Sting’s catalogue. No era of his music is off limits. From the soaring Reggae infused Rock & Roll of the Police, to the driving contemporary R&B infused Jazz of his solo career, the Sting Police covers it all.

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

August 02, 2025

9:00 am - 5:00 pm : Merchants and Makers at the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival

Merchants and Makers is thrilled to coordinate the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Market, an annual market held in conjunction with the renowned Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival. This vibrant two-day event, taking place the first weekend in August, transforms Central Park into a bustling marketplace featuring over 140 talented makers and artisans from across the state. Explore a diverse array of handmade goods, including unique crafts, jewelry, art, and much more, all while enjoying the lively atmosphere of one of Michigan’s most iconic summer festivals. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Coast Guard Festival Market offers the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind treasures while celebrating the spirit of the Coast Guard and community. Join us for a weekend of shopping, creativity, and fun in the heart of Grand Haven!

10:00 am - 12:00 pm : Ship Tours – Saturday

USCGC MACKINAW and USCGC KATMAI BAY-Escanaba Park

11:45 am : Grand Parade

See more than 100 entries salute the men & women of the United States Coast Guard in this annual event. Downtown Grand Haven

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12:00 pm - 11:00 pm : Carnival – Saturday

The annual Coast Guard Festival Carnival strives to provide a friendly environment for adults and children alike. Furnishing the midway with over two dozen carnival rides, family friendly games, professional food concessions in our food court, and guest amenities like an on-site ATM and help desk, there is something to appease the whole family. Friendly staff engage in providing the best experience possible! Respect and courtesy are at the top of the list for guests.

Location : Downtown in Harbor Front and Covenant Life parking lot

7:30 pm : Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band followed by the Fireworks Extravaganza

Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the magic of Gary Sinise and the LT. Dan Band live. Join us for an evening filled with incredible music, inspiring stories, and a sense of community as we come together to honor our heroes

Location : Waterfront Stadium 1 South Harbor, Grand Haven, MI

Date : July 25 - August 03, 2025

Location : Various Venues in Grand Haven, MI

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