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SUMMARY:Books and Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Books and Blooms is back every Monday morning all summer long at Windmill Island Gardens! \n\n\n\nJoin us at Windmill Island Gardens for the return of our children’s summer series\, Books and Blooms! Every Monday from June 9 through August 11\, our friends from the Herrick District Library will kick off each Books and Blooms with a story time starting at 10:00 am followed by a fun hands-on activity lead by community partners starting at 10:30 am! Families can enjoy activities and learn about things like planting\, water conservation\, wind\, pollinators\, and more! New this summer\, Books and Blooms are free for all to attend! Just mention the event at the admission booth to join in on the fun. Books and Blooms will take place outside in the grass on the east side of the Posthouse. A parent/guardian must remain present at all times.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/books-and-blooms/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Windmill Island Gardens\, 1 Lincoln Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windmill Island Gardens":MAILTO:windmill@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250805T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250805T200000
DTSTAMP:20241204T172158Z
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SUMMARY:National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, Holland will participate in National Night Out on Tuesday\, August 5! \n\n\n\nJoin us at Kollen Park for an evening of fun and games\, while getting to know your local police officers and firefighters. \n\n\n\nThere will be food trucks\, a DJ\, over 20 community resource booths\, ice cream from the Polar Patrol and much more!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/national-night-out-2/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 240 Kollen Park Dr\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Department of Public Safety - Police Services":MAILTO:Policetips@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T203000
DTSTAMP:20250114T191411Z
CREATED:20240904T195627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T191411Z
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SUMMARY:Gentex Street Performer Series
DESCRIPTION:The Gentex Street Performer Series returns to Downtown Holland every Thursday night this summer!  \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Series will take place Thursday evenings from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm from June 12 through August 14. During the Gentex Street Performer Series\, the entire community is invited to enjoy the sights and sounds of 25 different artists and groups while they perform free for the public throughout Downtown Holland! \n\n\n\nFrom musicians and break dancers to caricature artists\, balloon twisters\, jugglers\, face painters\, and more…you’ll find every performance art imaginable in Downtown Holland during the Street Performer Series! The Series is entirely free to attend\, but tipping the performers is highly encouraged as your way of saying thanks! And as part of the Downtown Holland Social District\, patrons ages 21+ can enjoy an adult beverage while strolling down 8th Street during the event. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Street Performer Series is proudly sponsored by Gentex Corporation. Please join us in thanking them for their support! The Series is also supported by the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs. \n\n\n\nPlease note that 8th Street will be closed to thru traffic and parking each Thursday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm from Columbia Avenue through River Avenue to accommodate the Series. Free public parking is available in the surface lots on 7th and 9th Streets\, in the 7th and 9th Street Parking Decks\, and at the Holland Civic Center Place.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/street-performer-series-3/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Downtown Holland\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Street-Performers.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Holland":MAILTO:downtown@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T210000
DTSTAMP:20250804T145518Z
CREATED:20250804T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T145518Z
UID:10001761-1754591400-1754600400@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Thursday's
DESCRIPTION:Join us Every Thursday in August for Live music in the Beer Garden.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/live-music-thursdays/2025-08-07/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Holland Brewing Company":MAILTO:notten@newhollandbrew.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250807T203000
DTSTAMP:20250804T171446Z
CREATED:20250804T171445Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Museum Internship Showcase - Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the next generation of museum professionals at our Summer 2025 Internship Showcase!  \n\n\n\nThis special in-person event celebrates the creativity and hard work of our talented summer interns. Explore a new group exhibition developed by the interns over the summer and gain insight into the behind-the-scenes projects they’ve completed during their time at the Holland Museum. This free community event is sponsored by Corewell Health\, MillerKnoll\, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)\, and the Michigan Arts & Culture Council (MACC).
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/holland-museum-internship-showcase-summer-2025/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Indoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Museum":MAILTO:hollandmuseum@hollandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250808T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250808T203000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165757Z
CREATED:20240904T195924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165757Z
UID:10001436-1754677800-1754685000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Holland Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the return of the Summer Concert Series in 2025. \n\n\n\nResidents and visitors alike are invited to join in the excitement at the Kollen Park Bandshell every Friday evening to enjoy a free community concert. The series kicks off June 13 and will occur every Friday evening through August 15\, with the exception of July 4. These free community concerts are once again made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsors\, Blain’s Farm & Fleet\, Haworth\, and Barber Ford of Holland. \n\n\n\nConcerts are free to attend and begin at 6:30 PM and last approximately two hours. Indoor bathrooms\, lots of parking\, and a beautiful waterfront view make Kollen Park an ideal place to take in the sounds of summer. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy dinner overlooking Lake Macatawa\, while enjoying this year’s diverse musical line-up. With a different musical guest & food vendor featured weekly\, guests are sure to find a night that fits their interests.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/summer-concert-series-2/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 240 Kollen Park Dr\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:rec@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250811T113000
DTSTAMP:20250528T161115Z
CREATED:20250528T161114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T161115Z
UID:10001704-1754906400-1754911800@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Books and Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Books and Blooms is back every Monday morning all summer long at Windmill Island Gardens! \n\n\n\nJoin us at Windmill Island Gardens for the return of our children’s summer series\, Books and Blooms! Every Monday from June 9 through August 11\, our friends from the Herrick District Library will kick off each Books and Blooms with a story time starting at 10:00 am followed by a fun hands-on activity lead by community partners starting at 10:30 am! Families can enjoy activities and learn about things like planting\, water conservation\, wind\, pollinators\, and more! New this summer\, Books and Blooms are free for all to attend! Just mention the event at the admission booth to join in on the fun. Books and Blooms will take place outside in the grass on the east side of the Posthouse. A parent/guardian must remain present at all times.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/books-and-blooms/2025-08-11/
LOCATION:Windmill Island Gardens\, 1 Lincoln Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Books-and-Blooms.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Windmill Island Gardens":MAILTO:windmill@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250811T190000
DTSTAMP:20250114T182908Z
CREATED:20250114T182907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T182908Z
UID:10001490-1754928000-1754938800@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Holland Museum Free Second Monday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Holland Museum for the 2nd Monday of the month to explore the Holland Museum’s Spark!Lab\, History Gallery\, and Dutch Art Gallery\, for FREE. \n\n\n\n The Holland Museum is open the second Monday of every month from 4:00-7:00 p.m. with FREE admission for all visitors! FREE Second Mondays are sponsored by The Meijer Foundation.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/holland-museum-free-second-monday/2025-08-11/
LOCATION:Holland Museum\, 31 W 10th St\, HOLLAND\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T203000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165841Z
CREATED:20240904T195232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165841Z
UID:10001243-1755027000-1755030600@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:American Legion Band Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the American Legion Band’s Concerts in the Park! \n\n\n\nJoin in the excitement every Tuesday evening throughout the summer for free community concerts. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and enjoy the music. This long standing and much loved tradition within the City of Holland is a crowd pleaser time and time again.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/american-legion-band-concerts-2/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 240 Kollen Park Dr\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20250114T191411Z
CREATED:20240904T195627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T191411Z
UID:10001428-1755196200-1755203400@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Gentex Street Performer Series
DESCRIPTION:The Gentex Street Performer Series returns to Downtown Holland every Thursday night this summer!  \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Series will take place Thursday evenings from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm from June 12 through August 14. During the Gentex Street Performer Series\, the entire community is invited to enjoy the sights and sounds of 25 different artists and groups while they perform free for the public throughout Downtown Holland! \n\n\n\nFrom musicians and break dancers to caricature artists\, balloon twisters\, jugglers\, face painters\, and more…you’ll find every performance art imaginable in Downtown Holland during the Street Performer Series! The Series is entirely free to attend\, but tipping the performers is highly encouraged as your way of saying thanks! And as part of the Downtown Holland Social District\, patrons ages 21+ can enjoy an adult beverage while strolling down 8th Street during the event. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Street Performer Series is proudly sponsored by Gentex Corporation. Please join us in thanking them for their support! The Series is also supported by the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs. \n\n\n\nPlease note that 8th Street will be closed to thru traffic and parking each Thursday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm from Columbia Avenue through River Avenue to accommodate the Series. Free public parking is available in the surface lots on 7th and 9th Streets\, in the 7th and 9th Street Parking Decks\, and at the Holland Civic Center Place.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/street-performer-series-3/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Downtown Holland\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Street-Performers.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Holland":MAILTO:downtown@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20250114T191512Z
CREATED:20240904T203139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T191512Z
UID:10001030-1755196200-1755203400@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Gentex Street Performer Series Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to summer at the annual Gentex Street Performer Series Block Party! \n\n\n\nJoin Downtown Holland and Gentex Corporation on Thursday\, August 14 to celebrate another summer of the Street Performer Series! Watch the street performers in action on 8th Street for the final night of the Series\, then head to the Holland Civic Center Place parking lot for the fourth annual Gentex Street Performer Series Block Party! The entire community is invited to this free night of family fun hosted by Gentex! \n\n\n\nEnjoy live music\, awesome giveaways\, face painters\, balloon twisters\, and carnival and yard games\, and more from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. And be sure to come hungry! There will be free food trucks\, hot dogs\, and ice cream provided by the Polar Patrol. Gentex will have vehicles on display and information about their exciting career opportunities on hand too. It’s the perfect end to an awesome summer!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/street-performer-series-block-party/
LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Holland":MAILTO:downtown@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T210000
DTSTAMP:20250804T145518Z
CREATED:20250804T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T145518Z
UID:10001762-1755196200-1755205200@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Thursday's
DESCRIPTION:Join us Every Thursday in August for Live music in the Beer Garden.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/live-music-thursdays/2025-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Holland Brewing Company":MAILTO:notten@newhollandbrew.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250815T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250815T203000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165757Z
CREATED:20240904T195924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165757Z
UID:10001437-1755282600-1755289800@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Holland Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the return of the Summer Concert Series in 2025. \n\n\n\nResidents and visitors alike are invited to join in the excitement at the Kollen Park Bandshell every Friday evening to enjoy a free community concert. The series kicks off June 13 and will occur every Friday evening through August 15\, with the exception of July 4. These free community concerts are once again made possible through the generous support of presenting sponsors\, Blain’s Farm & Fleet\, Haworth\, and Barber Ford of Holland. \n\n\n\nConcerts are free to attend and begin at 6:30 PM and last approximately two hours. Indoor bathrooms\, lots of parking\, and a beautiful waterfront view make Kollen Park an ideal place to take in the sounds of summer. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy dinner overlooking Lake Macatawa\, while enjoying this year’s diverse musical line-up. With a different musical guest & food vendor featured weekly\, guests are sure to find a night that fits their interests.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/summer-concert-series-2/2025-08-15/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 240 Kollen Park Dr\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SCS.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:rec@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T210000
DTSTAMP:20250804T145518Z
CREATED:20250804T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T145518Z
UID:10001763-1755801000-1755810000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Thursday's
DESCRIPTION:Join us Every Thursday in August for Live music in the Beer Garden.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/live-music-thursdays/2025-08-21/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Holland Brewing Company":MAILTO:notten@newhollandbrew.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T130000
DTSTAMP:20250114T191835Z
CREATED:20240904T213657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T191835Z
UID:10001032-1755941400-1755954000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Bark in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Where every dog in town will want to be! \n\n\n\nThe third annual Bark in the Park event is back at Windmill Island Gardens this summer\, and it is the place every dog in town will want to be on Saturday\, August 23… the Saturday before National Dog Day! Celebrate your dog’s special day with us from 9:30am – 1:00pm to find all the best places in town to bring your pup! Find groomers\, trainers\, animal hospitals\, tasty treats\, accessories\, and more from local organizations. Pet paw-rents can even find accessories for themselves from local creators! You and your pup can play games\, enter giveaways\, get a caricature\, run through sprinklers\, and dogs can even test their own agility skills with poles and hurdles\, too! Regular park admission rates apply during Bark in the Park.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/bark-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:Windmill Island Gardens\, 1 Lincoln Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bark-in-the-Park.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Windmill Island Gardens":MAILTO:windmill@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250901T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250901T101500
DTSTAMP:20241204T173238Z
CREATED:20241121T222821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T173238Z
UID:10001093-1756718100-1756721700@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Labor Day Truck Parade
DESCRIPTION:These trucks know how to bring the noise! \n\n\n\nThe annual Labor Day Truck Parade featuring 75+ trucks begins at 9:15 a.m. in Zeeland\, travels the parade route\, and ends at the Holland Civic Center where you can see the trucks up close\, receive free giveaways from the companies\, get a balloon animal and your face painted. There is also a free Ice Cream Social at the Holland Civic Center after the parade!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/labor-day-truck-parade-2/
LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Truck-Parade.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T200000
DTSTAMP:20241204T173108Z
CREATED:20241121T223139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T173108Z
UID:10001095-1757008800-1757016000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Art on the Island Gala
DESCRIPTION:The annual Art on the Island Gala will be back this year on Thursday\, September 4! \n\n\n\nFrom 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\, come enjoy the beauty of Windmill Island Gardens through inspired artwork created by local artists in categories of Photography\, Plein Air\, and Best of the Rest\, and if you see a piece you love\, all the artwork will be for sale! All artwork will be evaluated and awarded prizes by our judge\, but we invite you to attend and vote for your favorite piece in a People’s Choice vote\, too! Admission to this event is FREE so come visit us to enjoy amazing artwork\, beautiful scenery\, a cash bar with locally made beer and wine\, and appetizers from local caterers!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/art-on-the-island-gala-2/
LOCATION:Windmill Island Gardens\, 1 Lincoln Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Art-Gala.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Windmill Island Gardens":MAILTO:windmill@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20250827T202155Z
CREATED:20250827T202154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T202155Z
UID:10001941-1757010600-1757019600@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Friends is a high-energy cover band that brings the best of the ’90s to life with a modern twist. Known for their creative mash-ups and crowd-pleasing sets\, they blend nostalgia with fresh arrangements that get everyone dancing. Whether you’re into grunge\, pop\, or hip-hop classics\, Friends of Friends delivers a fun\, feel-good show that’s perfect for a night out.  \n\n\n\nCatch them live outdoors in the beer garden at New Holland Brewing Company for a laid-back evening of great music\, cold drinks\, and good vibes. This event is free and open to all; bring your friends and enjoy the show!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/live-music-thursday/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownholland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/friends-of-friends.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Holland Brewing Company":MAILTO:notten@newhollandbrew.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T190000
DTSTAMP:20250114T182908Z
CREATED:20250114T182907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T182908Z
UID:10001491-1757347200-1757358000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Holland Museum Free Second Monday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Holland Museum for the 2nd Monday of the month to explore the Holland Museum’s Spark!Lab\, History Gallery\, and Dutch Art Gallery\, for FREE. \n\n\n\n The Holland Museum is open the second Monday of every month from 4:00-7:00 p.m. with FREE admission for all visitors! FREE Second Mondays are sponsored by The Meijer Foundation.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/holland-museum-free-second-monday/2025-09-08/
LOCATION:Holland Museum\, 31 W 10th St\, HOLLAND\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T190000
DTSTAMP:20250811T160744Z
CREATED:20250811T160742Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Second Monday: Green Commute Showcase!
DESCRIPTION:Visit us at the Holland Museum for a Green Commute Showcase in celebration of Green Commute Week 2025! Celebrate sustainable transportation with hands-on activities\, family-friendly fun\, and resources from local partners including the ODC Network and the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council. Families will have the opportunity to tour a Max Bus with staff from the Macatawa Area Express and check out different types of bikes with our friends from Cross Country Cycle. Learn how your commuting choices can help build a healthier\, more connected community. \n\n\n\nThis event is free for all and generously sponsored by the Meijer Foundation. Let’s move toward a greener future\, together! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFREE Second Mondays: The Holland Museum is open the second Monday of every month from 4:00-7:00 p.m. with FREE admission for all visitors! Please check out our current exhibits including Spark!Lab Smithsonian! Be sure to view our Events Calendar for more FREE Second Monday dates.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/free-second-monday-green-commute-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Indoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Museum":MAILTO:hollandmuseum@hollandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20250827T202902Z
CREATED:20250827T202901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T202902Z
UID:10001942-1757615400-1757624400@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Kody Bryant is serving up a night of country music favorites with a lively acoustic set that’ll have you singing along from the first chord. From modern country hits to classic crowd-pleasers\, his rich vocals and feel-good energy bring the heart of country music to life. \n\n\n\nJoin us outdoors in the beer garden at New Holland Brewing Company for a fun\, laid-back evening of cold beer and great country tunes. This free event is open to all\, so come kick back\, raise a glass\, and enjoy the best of live-music!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/live-music-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Holland Brewing Company":MAILTO:notten@newhollandbrew.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20250820T173116Z
CREATED:20250820T173115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T173116Z
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SUMMARY:Big Lake Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Big Lake Brewing is throwing their fourth annual Oktoberfest party on September 20th! Join us for an afternoon filled with live music\, food specials\, and stein holding! We’ll have The Moonshine Runners playing on our patio from 2-5pm and Delilah DeWylde from 6-9pm. There will also be stein holding competitions from 3pm-6pm and Grand Rapids Pronto Pup will be serving their home made corndogs starting at 2pm.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/big-lake-oktoberfest/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Big Lake Brewing":MAILTO:bailey@biglakebrewing.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250923T203000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182305Z
CREATED:20250915T182304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182305Z
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SUMMARY:Film & Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Join Wedgwood’s Manasseh Project for a FREE educational film screening and conversation on the realities of Human Trafficking. Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP using the link provided here.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/film-freedom/
LOCATION:Family Central\, 215 Central Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wedgewood Christian Services":MAILTO:manasseh2@wedgwood.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20250919T151216Z
CREATED:20250919T151215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T151216Z
UID:10002029-1758970800-1758978000@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Book Signing Event with local artist Jenny DeFouw Geuder
DESCRIPTION:Meet Local Artist Jenny DeFouw Geuder! Jenny will be signing copies of her newly released book\, The Wonder of Mushrooms: The Mysterious World of Fungi.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/book-signing-event-with-local-artist-jenny-defouw-geuder/
LOCATION:Reader’s World\, 194 S. River Ave\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T190000
DTSTAMP:20241204T172817Z
CREATED:20241121T222957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T172817Z
UID:10001094-1758981600-1758999600@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:International Festival of Holland
DESCRIPTION:Eat\, shop\, and dance your way around the world at the International Festival of Holland! \n\n\n\nThis free\, family-friendly celebration of the cultures living and working in West Michigan is fun for the whole family. Enjoy Cuban jazz\, Mexican folk dancing\, African storytelling\, and Japanese drumming. Dine on Mediterranean schwarma\, curry cheese fries\, Filipino Calderata (spicy beef stew)\, Caribbean rice bowls\, Yonk’into meals from South Africa\, Ethiopian lentils\, Guinness brownies\, and the best tacos and tamales you’ll ever have. Kids will love the Children’s Fiesta with its hands-on world art\, Passport Station\, and children’s performances.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/international-festival-of-holland-2/
LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Indoor,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Holland - Human Relations Department":MAILTO:irc@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T113000
DTSTAMP:20250919T140509Z
CREATED:20250919T140508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T140509Z
UID:10002021-1759399200-1759404600@downtownholland.com
SUMMARY:Exploring the Archives: Coffee & Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee and conversation while taking a behind-the-scenes tour of the archives at the Holland Museum. Learn about the treasures preserved within and the important role archives play in telling our community’s story. Pre-registration required. Register on Herrick District Library Website.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/exploring-the-archives-coffee-tour/
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Museum":MAILTO:hollandmuseum@hollandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T235959
DTSTAMP:20250114T191946Z
CREATED:20241121T223302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T191946Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:The only fall festival in West Michigan where you’ll see the nation’s best professional pumpkin carvers live in action carving the biggest pumpkins you’ve ever seen! \n\n\n\nThis two-day fall-themed festival has something fun for everyone in the family! The event features live professional pumpkin carving\, pumpkin carving displays\, pumpkin painting\, street performers\, and activities for children\, along with community tulip planting at Window on the Waterfront\, and an artisan vendor market at the Holland Civic Center and hayrides at Windmill Island Gardens! \n\n\n\nFall Fest is hosted by Downtown Holland and the Holland Farmers Market in partnership with the Tulip Time Festival and Windmill Island Gardens.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/fall-fest-2/
LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Holland":MAILTO:downtown@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20241204T173143Z
CREATED:20241121T223419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T173143Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Truck Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Fire Truck Parade is coming to Downtown Holland! \n\n\n\nThe annual Fire Truck Parade will roll down 8th Street on Friday\, October 3\, beginning at 7:00 pm! The parade will begin at the corner of 8th Street and Columbia Avenue\, then continue west until it reaches the Holland Civic Center Place\, where the West Michigan Fire Prevention Council will be hosting an open house in the Civic Center Parking lot from 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm complete with demonstrations\, giveaways\, and more!
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/fire-truck-parade-2/
LOCATION:Holland Civic Center Place\, 150 W 8th Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Department of Public Safety - Fire Services":MAILTO:firedept@cityofholland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T200000
DTSTAMP:20250924T134515Z
CREATED:20250924T134514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T134515Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Archives: Preserving What Matters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation about the history and enduring importance of the local archives. Looking at the Holland Museum\, Herrick District Library\, and other key community contributors\, this program offers a meaningful look at how our shared records have been preserved over time and why they matter. Together\, we’ll reflect on the ways archives keep memory alive—honoring lives lived\, milestones reached\, and stories waiting to be discovered. All are welcome to join in this celebration of our collective heritage.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/exploring-the-archives-preserving-what-matters/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library\, 300 S. River\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Museum":MAILTO:hollandmuseum@hollandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20250926T140448Z
CREATED:20250926T140447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T140448Z
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SUMMARY:Public Power Week Open House at Holland Energy Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Holland Board of Public Works for an open house event to celebrate Public Power Week!  \n\n\n\nThis family-friendly event will feature:– Energy-themed yard games– Scavenger Hunt– Cider and Donuts– Coloring Contest \n\n\n\nVisitors are also invited to take a walk on the trail to collect candy and goodies and learn how to avoid phantom power! Costumes are encouraged for children and adults alike! This is an open house style event. Visitors are welcome to come any time beginning at 5pm. Trail and doors close at 7pm. \n\n\n\nParking Information:– Visitors may park in the Visitor Parking lot which can be accessed from Fairbanks Ave or by using the second exit of the traffic circle from our main entrance off of Chicago Dr. Overflow parking is available and located off of Fairbanks Ave and 7th St.
URL:https://downtownholland.com/event/public-power-week-open-house-at-holland-energy-park/
LOCATION:Holland Energy Park\, 1 Energy Park Way\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outdoor
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