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05/30/2026

Some places feel different after dark... 🌙✨

From day slips to starlit skies, Safe Harbor Great Lakes marina settles into a quiet rhythm after sunset.

📸 John Steinhauer, on Instagram

05/29/2026

The stage is set and the sun is shining! ☀️
Tonight kicks off the 42nd season of Parties In The Park at Hackley Park!

This favorite summer tradition is back with free live music, local food vendors, a free kids zone, and Friday night fun in Downtown Muskegon. Each event also benefits a different local nonprofit organization serving Muskegon County.

Grab your lawn chairs (or dancing shoes!) and kick off the season tonight with Katmandu - Bob Seger Tribute Band!

🎶 Plan your summer Fridays: Click the link below and open the "Events" dropdown to see the full 2026 lineup, including weekly performers and the nonprofits they support:
👉 www.visitmuskegon.org/listing/parties-in-the-park/2372/

05/28/2026

West Michigan skies have a way of surprising us!

This shot from SG Captures (.captures on Instagram) captured the Northern Lights wonderfully! A good reminder that when the conditions are just right, Muskegon County offers some of the best front-row seats to the aurora.

If you’re hoping to see some this spring and summer, here are a few tips:

• Time it right: Late night through the early morning is usually the sweet spot.
• Find the dark: Head to shoreline spots away from the city lights for the best views.
• Check the weather: You'll want clear skies and a high solar activity forecast.
• Use your lens: The colors often look like a faint mist to the eye, so try looking through your phone camera or taking a long-exposure photo to really see the glow.

Summer in Muskegon is full of these unexpected moments. It’s always worth looking up!

05/27/2026

Well this is pretty cool! Getty Street Grill is going to be featured on America's Best Restaurants!!! 🥳

Something exciting is happening… 👀
The crew from America’s Best Restaurants is heading our way and will be stopping in to film an upcoming feature right here! 🎬

It’s an honor to be included as they travel the country showcasing local favorites, and we can’t wait to share the experience with you.
And yes… there’s a little bonus 😉

When they’re in town, they’ll be choosing a couple of lucky commenters to win a $25 gift card!
Jump into the comments and stay tuned… more details coming soon. 🧡

05/27/2026

A quick bit of downtown Muskegon trivia for your next Friday night at Parties in the Park…

That clock tower overlooking Hackley Park sits on the former Hackley Administration Building. It’s currently being renovated into a boutique hotel and makes the backdrop for summer nights at the park even cooler!

When you’re enjoying the music, food, and good company, don’t forget to look up through the branches.

05/26/2026

🍦 Cool off this summer in Muskegon County with the best local ice cream shops! From classic cones to sundaes and flurries, these spots are perfect for sweet summer moments for all ages.

Discover the best local spots to dig in:
www.visitmuskegon.org/restaurants/ice-cream-desserts/

📸 Caitlin Hegedus (Norms in Fruitport), Stacey Lewis (Hometown Creamery in downtown Muskegon), and Visit Muskegon (Coney Land in North Muskegon and Frosty Oasis in Norton Shores)

05/25/2026

The Muskegon Area Visitor Center is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen tomorrow.

Today we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service.

05/24/2026

Quiet beach walks + sunset views… who’s ready for this season? ☀️
Take the stairway to summer memories right here in Muskegon County.

📸 Michigan State Parks Photo Ambassador Sarah Goodwin
(.captures on Instagram)
📍 Montague, MI

05/23/2026

Cruise Ships are Returning to Muskegon!

The 2026 cruise season is approaching, with the Pearl Mist scheduled to make the first port call of the year on Sunday, May 31.

This season, Muskegon County will welcome four cruise cruise lines with more than twenty scheduled visits:

⚓ American Cruise Lines
⚓ Ponant Great Lakes Cruises
⚓ Pearl Seas Cruises
⚓ Victory Cruise Lines

You can plan your ship spotting by visiting our Calendar of Events and searching “Cruise Ship Viewing”: www.visitmuskegon.org/events/

These visits bring passengers from all over the world to explore local museums, historic sites, and the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Thinking about a Lake Michigan getaway? Hear what a Pearl Mist passenger had to say:
www.visitmuskegon.org/blog/post/message-from-cruise-ship-traveler/

05/22/2026

Memorial Day in Muskegon County: Monuments, Museums & Events to Remember 🇺🇸

Memorial Day is a time to pause, reflect, and honor those who gave their lives in military service. If you’re planning a visit or looking for ways to spend the long weekend, Muskegon County offers a meaningful backdrop to explore historic landmarks, local museums, and events that share the stories behind our nation’s history.

From the historic monuments of Hackley Park in downtown Muskegon to the USS LST 393 Veterans Museum, Veterans Memorial Park, and the Vietnam War Memorial at Hidden Cove Park, these sites invite reflection and remembrance.

Weekend Highlight:
⚓ Don’t miss the “Lights of Honor” tribute at the USS Silversides Submarine Museum on Saturday, May 23. Enjoy free admission and tours from 4 PM–10 PM, a WWII engine start, and thousands of glowing luminaries illuminating the Muskegon Channel.

Throughout the holiday weekend, you can also experience parades, ceremonies, and musical tributes across Muskegon County.

Read our full guide to plan your weekend of remembrance:
👉 https://www.visitmuskegon.org/blog/post/62083-2/

We look forward to welcoming you as we remember, reflect, and explore together.

Discover how Muskegon County honors Memorial Day with historic memorials, military museums, and local events. Plan a meaningful and memorable holiday weekend on the lakeshore.