White Lake Community Events for May 12-18
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    Local Upcoming Events

May 12 – 18, 2025    

Here's What's Happening in the White Lake Area This Week

Spring has sprung in the White Lake Area! Whether you’re drawn to time-honored traditions or ready to explore something new, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season. Below are just a few of this week’s highlights, but click here to explore our full community calendar and make the most of springtime in the White Lake Area and our surrounding communities.

Upcoming WLACVB Events

2025 Feet on the Street — June 1
Click here for event page.

46th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival — June 14 & 15
Click here for event page.
MAY
13
Date: Tuesday 5/13/25
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue: Danny’z Rothbury Tavern

Dannyz Open Pool Tournament-Every Tuesday

Welcome to Dannyz weekly Tuesday Night Open Pool Tournament! Do you have what it takes? We’ve got some pretty great players here and it gets full QUICK! Tournament starts around 7:00 and goes to around 9:00 PM. It is open to the public! So it’s time to chalk up your stick and bring your game. The Danny’z Pool Champion belt is on the line!

Winners receive: Full social media announcement including photo with the prized belt! That’s something to brag about Wednesday morning!
MAY
15
Date: Thursday 5/15/25
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Venue: Colbys Hokey Pokey

Meet the Neighbor

Let’s welcome our new neighbors at Harwood Flats and get to know all of our neighbors as well.
This will be a fun night at the Whitehall business district. There will be specials, giveaways, and fun for all.
-Grab a “bingo sheet” from which ever business you start at.
-Visit each participating business on the sheet. Each business will have their own specials. Have them stamp your bingo sheet.
-Move on to the next business.
-Turn in your sheet once it is all filled to any one of the participating businesses for a chance to win a wonderful gift basket.
MAY
15
Date: Thursday 5/15/25
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue: The Book Nook and Java Shop

Live Music: The Monkbirds

The Monkbirds are a music project that plays indie brit pop inspired original songs. They play solo or with a pal or two. This show will feature two or three Monkbirds and consist of songs from the album Someday Never Knows as well as songs taken from the soon to be released album, Be There Whenever. Catchy melodies with poetic lyrics, filled with stories and jokes. No cover songs. Chirp!
MAY
16
Date: Friday 5/16/25
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Venue: Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo

Opening Day of Summer @ Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo

Celebrate the start of summer with us on opening day at the farm! We’re kicking off daily summertime fun on May 16th! Come explore our amazing farm animals, 46+ exciting attractions, tasty treats, and so much more!  Summer Hours 
May 16th – September 1st
Monday – Saturday: 9am – 6pm
Sunday: 10am – 5pm Don’t miss out on the fun!  Learn more: HERE
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Venue: Pere Marquette Beach

Foreshore Adventure Run

The ForeShore Adventure is a 5k obstacle course race along Pere Marquette Beach in Muskegon featuring 25 obstacles. All proceeds benefit those experiencing hunger and homelessness at Muskegon Rescue Mission.

Join us on Saturday, May 17! Click here for more information and to register.
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Venue: Michillinda Lodge

6th Annual Michillinda Vintage Vendor, Arts & Crafts Show

Join Michillinda Lodge for their Sixth Annual Vendor, Arts & Crafts Show! Spend a beautiful spring Saturday at one of the White Lake Area’s most scenic spots! Michillinda Lodge invites you to explore their Sixth Annual Vendor, Arts & Crafts Show on Saturday, May 17 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Stroll the grounds, take in stunning lake views, and shop a wide variety of vendors. It’s the perfect way to kick off your summer season.
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Venue: Muskegon Conservation District

Perennial Sale

Peruse our selection of native perennials and  mix and match plugs to create the perfect garden mix for your home. MCD staff will be available to help decide which species are right for your conditions and help you create a beautiful native landscape!
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Venue: White Lake Congregational UCC

Mobile Food Pantry

The pantry provides groceries at no cost to anyone in need of emergency food.

Summer Schedule

Saturday Mornings

  • July 19
  • Sept 20

Registration at 8:30 a.m.

Distribution 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Venue: Muskegon Museum of History & Science

Dandelion Art

The wishing flowers will soon be in abundance! Create a forever lasting dandelion painting that will be safe from the wind.

Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue: Double JJ Resort

Red, White, and Rodeo

 Super Kicker Rodeo at Double JJ Resort
 Saturday, May 17, 2025
 5:30 PM Beer Tent & BBQ Dinner
 7:00 – 9:00 PM Rodeo
 Double JJ Resort Rodeo Grandstands (Water Rd) Saddle up for an action-packed evening at the Super Kicker Rodeo — a 4th-generation rodeo bringing the excitement to Double JJ Resort for one night only!  Featuring 8 Thrilling Events:
• Bull Riding
• Bareback Bronc Riding
• Cowgirl Barrel Racing
• Steer Wrestling
• Tie-Down Roping
• Saddle Bronc Riding
• Team Roping
• Rodeo Clown Acts & Kid-Friendly Fun  Ticket Info:
Adults (12+): $12 Advance | $15 at the Gate
Children (<12): $7 Advance | $10 at the Gate
Parking: $5 (Proceeds benefit a local non-profit — TBA)
Bring the family for a night of wild rides!!  Interested in participating?
Contact Super Kicker Rodeo Production at (231) 832-3707 Mark your calendars and grab your tickets HERE
MAY
17
Date: Saturday 5/17/25
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Venue: The Playhouse at White Lake

Michigan Mandolin Orchestra (MMO)

Join the Michigan Mandolin Orchestra for their 2025 Concert Series – The Grand Rapids based MMO, a sixteen piece orchestra with mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, guitars and bass is led by Michigan’s mandoliner Brian Oberlin (ALSO KNOWN FROM FULL CORD BLUEGRASS) and playing a lovely mixture of classical, bluegrass and contemporary music. Tickets $20 advance/$25 at the door. Click HERE to purchase tickets.
MAY
18
Date: Sunday 5/18/25
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue: Michigan’s Adventure

Season Pass Preview Day–Michigan’s Adventure

Join us for our exclusive Season Pass preview event on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Michigan’s Adventure. Visit the park before it opens to the public and enjoy select rides, including Camp Snoopy, from noon to 5 p.m. Reservations are required.

White Lake Area Chamber + Visitor's Bureau
124 W. Hanson Street, Whitehall, MI 49461
231.893.4585 | 800.879.9702
info@whitelake.org
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