May is here—and so is the countdown to summer!
As the weather warms up, so does the calendar of events. With summer fun comes a wave of visitors to the White Lake Area, and it’s great to welcome them! The White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau, is here to promote local businesses and welcome guests to experience everything that makes our community shine.
Why does tourism matter? Here’s why:
- 💵 It boosts our economy – Visitors bring outside dollars inside to our community.
- 🛍 It supports small businesses – Visitors love shopping, dining, and exploring local. They love the same things we do!
- 💼 It creates jobs – Seasonal visits mean long-term opportunity, including new career pathways that can open.
- 💚 It builds community pride – People travel far to enjoy what we get to call home. It’s not hard to love where we live when others come from miles to see it!
- 🚧 It drives improvement – Tourism often brings better infrastructure and investment.
Whether White Lake is your full-time home or your favorite summer getaway—welcome!
Scroll down for the summer lineup of Chamber-hosted events, and visit their website for even more community happenings.
Feet on the Street
- Sunday, June 1, 2:00 – 7:00 p.m.
We’re gearing up for a summer celebration with our White Lake Area friends, family, and neighbors! Join us for an open-house style event packed with tasty food, live tunes, fun activities, games, and much more. Come soak up the good vibes!
46th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
- Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sunday, June 15, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Goodrich Park Annex
Soak up the summer fun at this crowd-favorite event in scenic Goodrich Park! It’s the perfect place to catch up with friends and neighbors, browse over 70 unique arts and crafts vendors, and enjoy live music, tasty eats, and inflatable fun.
Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
Parade:
- Friday, July 4, 10:00 a.m.
- Start: City of Whitehall
- End: City of Montague
Fireworks:
- At dusk over White Lake
Don’t miss the red, white, and woo-hoo! – the annual Fourth of July parade features over 90 festive entries, proudly led by the American Legion and VFW. It’s a patriotic celebration the whole family will love!
After the parade, spend the day enjoying outdoor fun, shopping, and dining around town – then cap off the night with a dazzling fireworks show over White Lake, courtesy of the White Lake Fireworks Committee.
White Lake History Cruises
- Sunday, July 27, 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 p.m.
- Departs from White Lake Municipal Marina
Mark your calendars-White Lake History Cruises are setting sail again! Hop aboard the Aquastar for a scenic and storied cruise around White Lake, with three cruise times to choose from. Tickets go on sale in June-don’t miss the boat!
42nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic
- Wednesday, August 27, 11:30 a.m.
- Stonegate Golf Club
The Chamber is gearing up for another great year-their annual Golf Classic is headed to Stonegate Golf Club! Whether you’re a pro on the greens, a casual player, or just in it for the fun, this fan-favorite event is open to all. Team registration opens mid-June, so grab your clubs and save the date: Wednesday, August 27!
- Event page coming soon!
Labor Day Community Walk
- Monday, September 1, 10 a.m.
- Montague Trailhead
Lace up and join us for the 19th annual Labor Day Community Walk! This local tradition gives White Lake Area residents and visitors the chance to take part in the spirit of Michigan’s iconic Mackinac Bridge Walk-without the long drive north. We’ll kick things off at the Hart-Montague Trailhead (behind Montague Foods) and finish at the White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau’s historic depot. Let’s walk into fall together!
Please note, the above events are White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau events. Click here for a more complete list of events in the White Lake Area, and keep an eye on the calendar continues to be updated all summer long!
