07/02/2009-07/05/2009

John Legend, Jason Aldean, Heart, Third Eye Blind and many more will perform at The Big Party! Muskegon's Summer Celebration. 

Click here for a complete list of performances or click here for directions and maps.

Admission:

07/04/2009-08/15/2009

Discover aspects of Japanese culture through hands-on activities and environments based on the art forms of animation, manga, woodblock prints, and traditional scrolls at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum.

The museum is open Monday-Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from 9am-1pm. 

07/01/2009-07/05/2009

The Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival will kick off on July 1st.

Balloon Launch & Monster Truck Rides

July 1st - 5th

$5 per person, children 4ft and under are free.

Air Show featuring The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, F-15 Strike Eagle Demo, P-51 Heritage Flight and many more

July 4

10 AM

$10 per person, childen 4ft and under are free.

Handicapped parking is available and we do provide "free" Shuttle Service.

07/04/2009-07/11/2009

The festival hosts an array of events including, children's events, competetive and sports events, live entertainment, grilling tournaments, air and car shows, and even turtle races.  Click here for a complete listing of all events, times, and locations. 

07/03/2009-07/05/2009

Manistee National Forest Festival Fireworks

Family fun and entertainment await you during The Manistee National Forest Festival. Carnival rides, parades, fireworks, art exhibits, vendors, tours, and so much more!

Fireworks - Friday July 03, 2009 at dusk
Rain Date: Saturday July 04, 2009 at dusk
over Lake Michigan

Schoolcraft has one of the biggest parades in southwest Michigan, and a fun-filled day of activities for both young and old, with a fireworks display at dusk.

Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant has front row seats for the 4th of July fireworks at Kollen Park! Patio tables for up to 6 people are available for $50.00 per table. 8-foot by 8-foot lawn squares are available for $25.00 per square. There will be grilled brats, hot dogs, and burgers available from 9:00 pm until 11:00 pm. Reservations required.

07/03/2009-07/04/2009

Fireworks take place at dusk July 3rd at 7590 E Fulton across from Amway. On Saturday, check out the library book sale, catch the parade at 10:30 a.m. or play carnival games at the street fair. Free admission.

07/03/2009-07/04/2009

The fun begins July 3rd around 6:30pm with the Children's and Pet Parade in downtown Ludington.  The big Freedom Festival Parade gets underway at 1pm on July 4th, and features floats, bands, politicians, local residents, and of course, the Scottville Clown Band.  Fireworks will take place at 10:30pm and can be viewed from Stearns Park on Lakeshore Drive or any of the beaches.   

The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra accompanies the St. Joseph fireworks at the Shadowland Pavilion in St. Joseph, along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. The July 4th concert begins at 9pm, fireworks at 10:45pm. Tickets are $20 adults, $5 students in advance, $25/$10 at the gate. Advance tickets available at area Martin’s, Roger’s Foodland, Gallery on the Alley in St. Joseph and Solid Grounds Café in Benton Harbor. Call 269-982-4030 or online at www.smso.org

07/04/2009-07/05/2009

South Haven's parade will take place at 11am downtown on the 4th.  The fireworks will take place on the 5th at dusk. 

View the Plainwell fireworks at the Plainwell Airport at dusk. 

Independence Day Celebration with FIREWORKS! 1^st time in the area, MOTOR HOME RACES, with other events ranging from a Jet Car Melt Down, Monster Truck, Airway Lanes Burg Bowling, Home Depot Board Race, Gauntlet Race, Blues Brother Parking Contest, Automobile Red Rover and Much More! The Great Lakes Mini Cups will also be on hand at the Galesburg Speedway.

07/01/2009-07/31/2009

"In Plane View," an exhibition of 56 large-format photographs by Carolyn Russo, showcases the aesthetic quality of some of the National Air and Space Museum's iconic aircraft. With up-close facets, sculptural forms and life-like elements, "In Plane View" at the Air Zoo directs viewers' attention to the often-overlooked simple elegance of aircraft design. Russo exposes the bold colors, textures, shapes and patterns that characterize diverse flying machines and, with her lens, transforms technology into art.

07/01/2009-09/08/2009

This summer, the Air Zoo will be offering flights-courtesy of Waldo Wright's Flying Service-in both a rare 1929 New Standard D-25 biplane and a PT-17 Boeing Stearman-a World War II primary trainer biplane.

Advance gift certificates for these flights, which will be flown from June 11 through September 8, are available for purchase.

07/03/2009-07/05/2009

Kalamazoo Kings play the Washington Wild Things at home.

Friday - 7:05pm

Saturday - 5:05pm

Sunday - 2:05pm

Visit their website to listen to the games live. 

07/03/2009-07/04/2009

The fun starts the evening of July 3rd with the lighting of 30 minute red flares along the shoreline of the three area lakes. The Fourth of July Parade on Saturday at 11am and an awesome fireworks display in the evening is another reason to spend enjoyable leisure time in the Colon area.

Fourth of July in Constantine includes a parade, fireworks, vendors, arts and cafts, and kids games.

Kalamazoo Speedway Fireworks
Saturday July 04, 2009 at dusk
7656 Ravine Rd.
Admission: Regular admission price

07/04/2009-07/05/2009

Saturday, July 4

7:30 am - 5K Run

Registration - St. Peter's Lutheran Church 6-7:15 am

10:30 am - Parade

Line up begins at 8:30 am at the George Wagner American Legion Post Commercial Vehicles must pre-register by calling 681-9875 and pay a $50.00 fee

Following the Parade

Ox Roast, Chicken BBQ, Carnival Rides and Pony Rides, Psychic Readings by Susan, Bingo, Horseshoe Tournament at Dorr Moose Lodge, Balloon Artist 12:30-3:30 p.m.

On-Stage Events

1:00 pm - Dorr Dance Academy

2:00 pm - Beautiful Baby and Terrific Toddler Contest

3:30 - Emergent Behavior

7:30 "Tricks"

Fireworks at Dusk

Sunday, July 5

9 am - 11 am - Breakfast

9 am - 3 pm - Car & Motorcycle Show

10:30 am - Community Worship Service

6:00 p.m. - Ice Cream Social & Music

The Richland Area Business Association sponsors the annual Fourth of July Parade at 11 a.m. Saturday. Participation in the parade is first-come, first-served, with lineup beginning at 10 a.m. at the new Gull Lake Middle School. After the parade a Lions Club chicken barbecue and family activities are planned in Village Square Park.

The annual Fourth of July Celebration will be Saturday in downtown Saugatuck. Events include a parade at 2 p.m., music in Cook Park at 7 p.m. and fireworks at dusk over the harbor downtown.

07/03/2009-08/07/2009

The Gilmore Car Museum will be showcasing 24 vehicles from some of the most iconic names in drag racing history, including “Big Daddy” Don Garlits, Arnie “The Farmer” Beswick, Don “The Snake” Prudhomme, Gas Ronda, and "The Michigan Madman” E. J. Potter, to name a few. Assembled together will be Funny Cars, Rails, Pro Stock, Gassers, and many more from all eras.

Open Every Day 9 am – 5 pm,  Saturdays & Sundays until 6 pm.

General Admission: Adults $9.00, Over 62 or AAA member $8.00, Students aged 7- 15$7.00

Jungle Joe's is hosting a Fourth of July party!  Bring in 3 and get the 4th free.  For every third child admission of $8, receive the fourth free.  Wear American Flag attire and get $2 off your $8 admission.  There will be an American Flag hunt at 11:30am.

Wednesdays and Saturdays under the green canopy next to Chinook Pier. Enjoy garden fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, baked goods and so much more.  Click here for more information.  

Location: Cooper Cafe 
              7759 Douglas Ave Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Time: Saturdays and Wednesdays 9:30am-12:00pm a live Bluegrass Band plays while you are enjoying the delicious food at Cooper Cafe

The West Michigan Whitecaps will play The Dayton Dragons at home in Comstock Park.

Stars & Stripes Military Night with USA Modifieds at Berlin Raceway - Mods-50/PS-40/4C-15/YG – $1.00 Beer & Hot Dogs, All division autographs, Trash Can Bowling (tickets $5 for everyone 6 and up!) and Fireworks!!

Ah-Nab-Awen Park on the shores of the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids.

View Traverse City's fireworks over Grand Traverse Bay.