Muskegon has many different opportunities to enjoy the finer things in life--from museums to sports we have a little bit of everything.  Click on any icon to find out more details or click here to see Muskegon's website.
The Lakeshore Museum Center (formerly known as the Muskegon County Museum) has added to their list of historic homes that you can tour.  The Hackley/Hume Houses are great examples of life as a lumber baron.  Come to see the houses decorated as they would have been 100 years ago.  Don't miss the Scolnik House, featuring Depression Era decoration - "a stark contrast to the opulence" of the Hackley/Hume Houses.  Also be sure to visit the Fire Barn Museum to get a better understanding of the trucks and people who have served our great city for so many years.
The Muskegon Museum of Art is home to a great collection of works by artists both global and local.  There are free guided tours on Thursday afternoons.
The Muskegon Concert Series has concerts throughout the school year, so be sure to check the schedule for planning future cultural events.
Only a half hour drive away, Grand Rapids offers Still more museums, music and magic (with flowers and on the field).
The Van Andel Museum is currently featuring Bodies Revealed about the Amazing and complex machine we call the human body.
The Grand Rapids Art Museum has been made new!  It is the first newly built Green (environmentally friendly) art museum in the world!  Another first for West Michigan.  Come see this magnificent museum and the wonderful art contained in it.
If you are looking for entertainment for your children, check out the Grand Rapids Children's Museum which FamilyFun Magazine's Vacation Guide called "A MUST-SEE West Michigan destination."
The Grand Rapids Symphony has so many great shows coming up that we can't list them all here.  Highlights include Beethoven's Fifth, Brahms' Violin Concerto, and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.  The symphony and chorus will perform the musical score live while attenders watch the movie.  Check out their website to see the full array of wonderful music - then go hear it!
Through the end of October, the Frederik Meijer Gardens are having their annual celebration of autumn.  ColorFall tours are a visual delight.  Harvest at the Farm Garden includes heirloom vegetables, herbs, and so much more.  There are a variety of seasonal demonstrations to round out this botanic gala of color.  Also, if you have children or grandchildren, the Children's Gardens are a great opportunity for them to explore and work off some energy.  The Children's Garden includes a replica log cabin, a large tree house, and a farm with a gorgeous vegetable garden.  There is also a boardwalk where you can marvel in the variety of plant and animal life as you walk above a woodland marsh.
If concerts are more your thing, the Van Andel Arena has just the thing.  Check out their site for the coming line-up.  If you'd like to make an evening of it, the Arena is conveniently located by The B.O.B., and many other downtown restaurants.
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The Frauenthal Theatre is the home for the arts in Muskegon.  The theater is home to the West Shore Symphony Orchestra, the Muskegon Civic Theatre, the Miss Michigan pageant, and the Muskegon Community Concerts.  Check out their website for the full schedule of events for this year.
The Grand Rapids Griffins are a farm team for the Detroit Red Wings.  Griffins players are frequently called up to the Wings, and injured Wings often return to playing with a stop in Grand Rapids.  This is a great opportunity to catch great hockey and some rising stars.
The West Michigan Symphony, under the direction of Scott Speck, is preparing their next season. Watch for details.

The West Michigan Whitecaps are a Class A farm team for the Detroit Tigers. Tiger players coming off the injured reserve list usually come to the Whitecaps for a game or two to see if they're really ready to Play Ball.
The summer was once again full of festivals in Muskegon!  Check out the Visitor's Bureau's website to be sure you don't miss anything. There's also a Winter Festival in January. Watch for more details.
Be sure to put the Muskegon Chamber's website event page on your list of Favorites so you can stay in the know!


The Binder Park Zoo is a bit more of a ride, but offers several very special events year-round and enjoyment for all ages.

Some of the winter events were:Dinner with Santa December 17 & 18, 2010Holiday Nights December 17-23, 2010 from 5pm to 8pmZoorotica - February 12 & 13, 2011

The Port City Princess is available for charter trips for special events or you can cruise on one of their open cruises. Most days there are luncheon, cocktail, dinner dance, and scenic cruises. Call ahead for availability: 231-728-8387. It's not too early to check into having a graduation party, a grad night all-nighter, a wedding or a special anniversary party on the Princess next summer.
The Lumberjacks is part of the United States Hockey League. The club was founded to provide a place for aspiring hockey professionals to learn and grow in their game. Come out to watch a fast-paced enthusiastic game of hockey with your friends. You'll be able to say you saw these players at the outset of their careers!