Downtown Holland is Your Summer Fun Destination!
Downtown Holland is the hottest place to be for free summer fun! Visit the Holland Farmers Market every Wednesday and Saturday to shop for the freshest produce around and don’t miss our signature event of the summer every Thursday, the Gentex Street Performer Series, when over 25 performing artists fill the sidewalk each evening to entertain the crowds. Join in the celebration of our diverse community at events like the Juneteenth Freedom Festival, Fiesta Week, and Holland Pride. And be sure to mark your calendars for our annual Sidewalk Sales event…the biggest sale of the year in Downtown Holland!
Featured Summer Events
Holland Farmers Market
Wed & Sat, May 14 – October 29, 2025 | 8AM – 2PM
The Holland Farmers Market is located at the Eighth Street Market Place in Downtown Holland and is home to over 75 vendors throughout the season. Local farmers offer freshly-picked fruits and vegetables of every variety, beautiful bouquets of flowers and plants for home and garden. A wide variety of baked goods (including breads, pies and cookies), all natural honey and maple syrup and farm fresh cheese, eggs, and meats are also available, in addition to sweet treats, gourmet specialty foods and much, much more! The Holland Farmers Market is a producers Market, which means that all products sold at the Market are locally grown or made right here in Michigan.
Street Performer Series
Thurs, June 12 – August 14, 2025 | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
The Gentex Street Performer Series returns to Downtown Holland every Thursday night this summer! The 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! Just don’t forget to tip!
4th of July
Fri, July 4, 2025
Fireworks will light up the sky over Lake Macatawa this 4th of July! The Macatawa Area Coordinating Council (MACC) is hosting this year’s 4th of July fireworks at Kollen Park. Bring your family and friends, a blanket or chair, and enjoy the Independence Day celebration! Fireworks will begin at dark, but food trucks will be serving throughout the day. And be sure to Celebrate and Save! in Downtown Holland, where participating business will be offering 20% off discounts to customers wearing red, white, and blue!
Fiesta Week
Mon – Sun, July 14 – 20, 2025
Get ready to celebrate with Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) at Fiesta Week 2025! Join us in Downtown Holland all week long celebrate the vibrant Latinx culture that unites us from July 14 to July 20! Fiesta Week 2025 will be a week-long extravaganza, packed with exciting events for everyone in the community. From cultural activities to authentic food, entertainment, car shows, and live music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details as we gear up for an unforgettable celebration of Latinx heritage and community spirit!
Sidewalk Sales
Fri & Sat, August 8 & 9, 2025
Don’t miss the biggest sale of the year in Downtown Holland! The 2025 Sidewalk Sales will be held Friday, August 8 from 9:00 am – 8:00 pm and Saturday, August 9 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Save on clothing, shoes, and accessories, sporting goods, home decor and furnishings, toys and books, unique gifts, and so much more as our merchants bring thousands of deals outdoors for this two-day savings spectacular!
Plan Your Visit
Shop
Shopping local isn’t just a trend in Downtown Holland. It’s at the heart of who we are. Shop our locally-owned clothing boutiques, art galleries, gift shops, and more!
Dine
No matter what you’re craving, you’ll find in here in Downtown Holland! From authentic Mexican street food to wood-fire pizzas, we’ve got the fare to keep you satisfied.
Stay
Stay in the heart of all the action! We’ve got hotels with all the amenities and the best customers service in the country!
Play
Downtown Holland is so much more than just shops and restaurants! Learn about Holland’s Dutch history, take in the night life, or stroll through one of our beautiful parks!
