Schedule Of Events

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