White Lake Community Events September 29 - October 5, 2025
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September 29th – October 5th, 2025    

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

And just like that, this week we head into the month of October. A time where pumpkins, leaves, and fall festivities take over the White Lake Area, and after a beautiful summer, many of us are ready for what comes with fall. Cooler temperatures, sweater weather, bonfires, and crunchy leaves. October also means it’s time for fall color tours, including Depot to Depot, the Muskegon County wide color tour–catch more details on it below.

Click here to view our full calendar of events.

Upcoming WLACVB Events:
Pumpkinfest: Saturday, October 11 — Click here for event page.
SEP
30
Date: Tuesday 9/30/25
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost: $55
Venue: Arts Council of White Lake

Leather Tooling: Dog Leash

Join our hands-on Leather Tooling: Dog Leash Workshop and craft a one-of-a-kind leash for your furry friend! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the art of leatherworking – from tooling to dyeing and assembling – while creating a sturdy, stylish leash you can proudly show off. Guided by Drover from Sarqit OLS, this workshop is perfect for pet lovers, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to explore a fun, functional craft. All materials are provided – just bring your creativity (and maybe a picture of your pup for inspiration)!

Class minimum: 4

Class maximum: 9

About the Instructor:

Drover’s passions in life are teaching, being outdoors, and making things; if he can do these three things he’s a happy man. For years he has taught wilderness survival and homesteading skills, blacksmithing, and boatbuilding at Sarqit Outdoor Living School.

ACWL-Nuveen classes are supported by CatchMark Technologies, Michigan Arts & Culture Council, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nuveen Benevolent Trust.
FEB
10
Date: Tuesday 2/10/26
Time: Tuesday 2/10/26

OCT
01
Date: Wednesday 10/1/25
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Venue: White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

Depot to Depot: Self Guided Fall Color Tour

🚂 Depot to Depot Fall Color Tour

Date: October 1-October 31
Location: Muskegon Union Depot (Muskegon) & White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau (Whitehall)

Event Description:
Experience the beauty of Michigan’s autumn foliage at your own pace with the Depot to Depot Self-Guided Fall Color Tour. This scenic route stretches from the Muskegon South Pierhead Light at Pere Marquette Beach to the White River Light Station on the White Lake Channel, connecting Muskegon and Whitehall, and into Montague, along the West Michigan Pike Byway.

Start your journey at one (or both!) of Muskegon County’s historic train depots:

  • Muskegon Union Depot Visitor Center (1895 Richardsonian Romanesque style, featuring historic memorabilia, public art, and a classic caboose).
  • White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau (home to the 90702 historic caboose, celebrating 100 years in 2024, with stunning views of White Lake).

Pick up your free Scenic Route Map, insider tips, and a special fall-themed postcard at either location to kick off your adventure. Visit both depots to collect the complete postcard series!

Along the way, enjoy:
🍂 Brilliant fall colors at their peak mid-October
🍂 Lake Michigan and inland scenic drives
🍂 Local shops, restaurants, and breweries
🍂 Historic sites, trails, and lakeshore views

Depot Hours:

  • Muskegon County Visitor Center – 610 W Western Ave, Muskegon
    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9 AM – 3 PM
  • White Lake Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau – 124 W Hanson, Whitehall
    Monday – Friday: 9 AM – 3 PM

Tips for Your Tour:
📸 Bring a camera for fall photos
🥾 Wear comfy walking shoes
☕ Make time for local food & seasonal treats
✉️ Fill out your free autumn postcard—we’ll mail it for you!

Click here for downloadable map.
OCT
01
Date: Wednesday 10/1/25
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Cost: $15
Venue: Renew You Fitness

Yoga for All @ Renew You Fitness

Every Wednesday 12-1pm, and every Thursday 6-7pm.
A supported, restorative practice for all levels.

Book Here: Yoga for All
OCT
01
Date: Wednesday 10/1/25
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Venue: White Lake Community Library

White Lake Association Annual meeting

Meeting with board and community to discuss ongoing projects and lake health
OCT
02
Date: Thursday 10/2/25
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Venue: Covell Park

White Lake Stewardship Day: Muskegon Conservation District

Join the Muskegon Conservation District for a morning of hands-on stewardship Covell Park in Whitehall!
Together, we’ll remove invasive and unwanted plants and replace them with native species that support a healthier, more resilient ecosystem.

📍 Covell Park
310 Thompson St, Whitehall MI 49461

🕣 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

We’ll provide gloves, tools, and sun/bug protection. Please wear closed-toe shoes or boots, and feel free to bring along your favorite tools if you’d like.
OCT
03
Date: Friday 10/3/25
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $Free
Venue: White Lake Community Library

Afternoon Hang @ The White Lake Library

Join a fun group of tweens (ages 10+ invited) on Friday afternoons. Make new friends, do some crafts, play some games, eat some snacks, or just hang out. Each week we’ll have the Switch and the VR headset out for gaming as well. See you there!
OCT
04
Date: Saturday 10/4/25
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost: $12
Venue: Weesies Brothers Garden Center

Fall Family Fun @ Weesie’s Brothers Garden Center

Fall Family Fun!

Celebrate the season at Weesies Brothers Farms! Enjoy a wagon ride to the U-pick pumpkin patch, a custom playground, two more tractor rides, autumn air, smiles, and laughs. Our extensive Fall Activities Program at our Montague Garden Center is a sight to behold! Join us this Fall for guaranteed family fun!

A pumpkin from the patch is included with your ticket. 

Register here.
OCT
04
Date: Saturday 10/4/25
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Venue: Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry

MHM Free Community Days – October: From Battlefield to Homefront – What Happened When Soldiers Came

Join us at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry for one day each month where we are open free to the public. This year our overarching theme is commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII. Each of these Saturdays will have a different theme to highlight our collection and Muskegon’s contributions to the war effort. Saturday, October 4th – From Battlefield to Homefront: What Happened When Soldiers Came Home The country faced an enormous challenge following the successful conclusion of World War II–how to reintegrate returning soldiers into a Post War economy. Learn about how the GI Bill transformed American education, housing and politics. This event is sponsored by RENK America and Eagle Alloy, Inc.
FEB
10
Date: Tuesday 2/10/26
Time: Tuesday 2/10/26

OCT
04
Date: Saturday 10/4/25
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Venue: White River Light Station

Kids’ Program at White River Light Station and Museum

Join us for kids’ programming at White River Light Station and Museum for 1st to 4th graders! The purpose is to inspire and educate children about lighthouse history, maritime history of the Great Lakes, and Michigan history through teaching, hands-on learning, and play. We’ll focus on the period between 1860-1900. Topics of the series may include Life at the Lighthouse, Life on the Water, Life Before the Lighthouse, Disaster on the Lake, and Mysteries of the Great Lakes.
OCT
05
Date: Sunday 10/5/25
Time: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Sanderson Sisters Spooktacular @ Lewis Farms

Come meet your favorite Hocus Pocus characters!  Dare to be spellbound at Lewis Farms during the Sanderson Sisters Spooktacular!   Join us for enchanted meet & greets with the spooky sisters, happening from 11am-3:30pm on October 4th & 5th! PLUS enjoy even more fun special events!   Disc Dogs of Michigan: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm
 Face Painting & Balloon Twisting: 12pm-4pm
 Outdoor Discovery Up Close & Wild Booth: 12pm-3pm
 Music by Brian Fedewa: 12pm-4pm

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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Monday-Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm