Manistee Area Summer Music Events
May-September
After a busy day at the beach or at work, it's time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music. Area musicians as well as professional traveling groups are featured in these summertime performances in Manistee County. For the outdoor venues, grab your lawnchair or a blanket and get ready to be entertained. Most outdoor performances are free.
Mondays
Concerts in the Park, 7pm, Village Park, Onekama (June 29-August 17, 2020).
Tuesdays
Manistee Shoreline Showcase, 7pm-9pm, Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee (Dates TBA).
Thursdays
Roots on the River, 7pm, Jaycees Riverwalk Bandshell, Manistee (Dates TBA).
Fridays
Summer Sounds, 7pm, Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville (Dates TBA).
Log Cabin Concert, 7pm, Kaleva (Dates TBA).
Saturdays
Music on Bear Lake, 1-4pm, North Shore Sandbar, Bear Lake (Dates TBA).
Summer Sounds, 7pm, Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville (Dates TBA).
Ludington Activities & Things to Do -- Play on a beautiful beach, take a tour at Historic White Pine Village, or explore the barn quilt trail, murals or sculptures in the county--Ludington offers many fun things to do for the entire family!
Have Fun in Manistee, Michigan -- Explore Manistee's historic downtown district and riverwalk, hike the Manistee National Forest, canoe on the Manistee River, and more.
Hamlin Lake -- Just 4 miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and climbing dunes! The Hamlin Lake shoreline is also part of the Ludington State Park.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes -- Visiting the Silver Lake Sand Dunes makes for a terrific vacation because you can take your off-road vehicle for a spin on the scenic sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan and Silver Lake.
Things to Do in Pentwater, Michigan -- Nothing is quite like the quaint, artsy, harbortown village of Pentwater. Don't miss the popular Charles Mears State Park beach on Pentwater's Lake Michigan shoreline.
Lots of Activities in Scottville, Michigan -- Explore the Riverside Park along the National Scenic Pere Marquette River.
Canoeing or Fishing on the Pere Marquette River -- Many boat liveries offer canoe rentals.
Also, check out West Michigan Guides and our locally produced WestMichigan.MichBiz.com directory for our largest lists of Things to Do in West Michigan.
Dates for 2020 are being added as they become available:
Mondays
Concerts in the Park, 7pm, Village Park, Onekama (June 29-August 17, 2020).
Tuesdays
Manistee Shoreline Showcase, 7pm-9pm, Rotary Gazebo, First Street Beach, Manistee (Dates TBA).
Thursdays
Roots on the River, 7pm, Jaycees Riverwalk Bandshell, Manistee (Dates TBA).
Fridays
Summer Sounds, 7pm, Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville (Dates TBA).
Log Cabin Concert, 7pm, Kaleva (Dates TBA).
Saturdays
Music on Bear Lake, 1-4pm, North Shore Sandbar, Bear Lake (Dates TBA).
Summer Sounds, 7pm, Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville (Dates TBA).
More About Manistee in West Michigan...
- Visit Manistee County Michigan
- Current Manistee Fishing Reports
- Book Your Casino Gaming Trip
- Featured Manistee Area Businesses
- Enjoy the Winter Season in Manistee County!
- Manistee National Forest
- Tour the S.S. City of Milwaukee & US Coast Guard Cutter Acacia in Manistee
- Manistee Charter Boat Fishing on Lake Michigan
- The Vogue Theatre: An Integral Piece of Manistee's Rich History
- Discover Manistee's Riverwalk!
- Manistee Area Weather
- Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in Manistee
- Manistee...Great Restaurants, Wonderful Food!
- Community Services & Demographics for Manistee, Michigan
- Manistee Riverwalk Map
- Manistee County Fishing Tournaments
- Manistee's Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary
- Fishing in Manistee - What a Catch!
- Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
- Explore the Manistee River on a Canoe or Kayak
- Manistee Fish Cleaning Station at First Street Beach Boat Launch
- Welcome to Manistee County in West Michigan!
- Your Complete Guide to Manistee
For more activities & attractions, check out these additional links for Things to Do in West Michigan:

Have Fun in Manistee, Michigan -- Explore Manistee's historic downtown district and riverwalk, hike the Manistee National Forest, canoe on the Manistee River, and more.
Hamlin Lake -- Just 4 miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and climbing dunes! The Hamlin Lake shoreline is also part of the Ludington State Park.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes -- Visiting the Silver Lake Sand Dunes makes for a terrific vacation because you can take your off-road vehicle for a spin on the scenic sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan and Silver Lake.
Things to Do in Pentwater, Michigan -- Nothing is quite like the quaint, artsy, harbortown village of Pentwater. Don't miss the popular Charles Mears State Park beach on Pentwater's Lake Michigan shoreline.
Lots of Activities in Scottville, Michigan -- Explore the Riverside Park along the National Scenic Pere Marquette River.
Canoeing or Fishing on the Pere Marquette River -- Many boat liveries offer canoe rentals.
Also, check out West Michigan Guides and our locally produced WestMichigan.MichBiz.com directory for our largest lists of Things to Do in West Michigan.