July 1 – July 4 – Anderson Midway Carnival from 12:00 PM – Dusk
Douglas Park
Take the family to enjoy the rides, games, food and fun only the Carnival can provide!

July 1 – July 4 – Timber Art from 10:00 AM – Dusk
Douglas Park/First Street Beach
Master chainsaw carver Lonnie Glines will be doing live chainsaw carving creating works of wood art
which will be available for purchase. Stop by and check it out!

July 1 – July 5 – Festival Marketplace from 12:00 PM – Dusk
Douglas Park/First Street Beach
Come shop for a variety of goods with over 30 Vendors that come from all across the state. Enjoy all
the unique items that they bring for you to purchase!

 July 1 – July 5 – Totally Awesome! 1980s Pop Culture in Manistee from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Manistee County Historical Museum – 425 River Street
An exhibit featuring games, toys, movies, books, music, theatre and photos from Manistee in the
1980s.

July 1 – July 4 Kick-off Party from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wagoner Community Center at 260 St Mary’s Parkway
Outdoor party/picnic. Open to the public. Jerry Zupin will cater the meal, Virgil Baker and the Just 4
Fun band will provide the entertainment. Food, Fun, Prizes. Tickets will be available at the senior
center, 260 St. Mary’s Parkway Manistee MI 49660.

July 1 – Middle School Dance from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Armory Youth Project at 555 First Street
If you’re going to be in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the 21/22 school year, grab a friend and head to the
Armory Youth Project to hang out, win prizes, and maybe even DANCE! We are conveniently located
close to the Forest Festival action and we have tons of room to socially distance – inside and outside!
Concessions will be available and registration is required –
https://www.armoryyouthproject.com/registration.

July 1 – Cousin Curtiss in Concert from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wagoner Community Center 260 St Mary’s Parkway
Live at the Wagoner Community Center (260 St. Mary’s Parkway, Manistee, MI 49660), Cousin Curtiss
will be performing on Thursday, July 1st from 6PM – 9PM. Admission is $10/person. Join us for an
evening of fun!

 July 2 – Forest Festival Golf Outing 8:00 AM – Noon
Manistee National Golf & Resort
Grab your clubs and get ready for the annual Forest Festival Golf Outing 4-Person Scramble! Enjoy
playing 18 holes of golf at Manistee National Golf & Resort during this popular festival event!
Register at ManisteeChamber.com  https://business.manisteechamber.com/events/details/manistee-national-forest-
festival-golf-outing-presented-by-little-river-casino-resort-2361

Outdoor Book Sale (behind the Manistee Library at 95 Maple Street)
July 2 – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
July 3 – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us at the Manistee County Library for an outdoor book sale. We can’t wait to show you all the
variety of options to choose from.

 July 3 –COVID Vaccine Pop Up Clinic from 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Douglas Park (Parking Lot)
The District Health Department #10 is offering a Pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic (Johnson & Johnson
and Pfizer) on Saturday, July 3rd from 12:30 PM until 2:30 PM.

 July 3 –Cafe 1907 Block Party starting at 8:00 PM – Midnight (12:00 AM)
Cafe 1907
Block party at Cafe 1907 featuring the band Onager who will be playing from 8:00 pm – midnight.
There will be pulled pork sandwiches and chips available for purchase and a cash bar. Cost – $15 per
person admission admission must be 21 years or older.

 July 3 – Manistee Firecracker 5K Run/Walk starting at 8:15 AM
Manistee Middle/High School
Come run/walk a 5K to support the Manistee Community Track. Trophies/Plaques for overall winners
and age group winners.
You can register here- http://michianatiming.com/registration/enter1.php?raceid=303

July 3 – Family Day from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lighthouse Park
Family day with family centered activities including a costume contest, scavenger hunt, community
booths and family competition (potato sack race, tug of war, pie eating). Free lunch provided for kids
up to age 16.

July 3 – Jaycees Beach Jam from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
First Street Beach
Let’s get together to celebrate summer with some good tunes! BYOB (no glass bottles), bring a chair. Free event!

July 3 – Little Big Shots – Talent Show from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bandshell at 5th Street Beach
Come and see the incredible talents of children ages 4 to 16 years. Their singing, dancing, and playing
the piano will amaze you!

July 4 – Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony at 10:00 AM
Veterans Memorial Park
Pay tribute to those who have served or who are currently serving with this traditional flag-raising
ceremony!

 July 4 – Special Sunset and Fireworks Cruise on board The Princess of Ludington from 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
The Princess slip on the Riverwalk/City Marina, 480 River Street
A special cruise to enjoy the sunset and the Forest Fest fireworks show from the deck of the Princess.
To find cruise fares and to reserve your spot, you can book online-
ManisteeHarborTours.com. Complimentary popcorn and a cash bar will be provided. This will be a
special evening, so please come check out Manistee’s new amenity!

July 4 – Fireworks over Lake Michigan, Dusk (10:00 PM Approx..)
First Street Beach
Enjoy a traditional fireworks show!

 July 5 – Scottville Clown Band Concert at 3:00 PM
Lions Pavilion Area
Bring your chair and refreshments to watch the humorous Clown Band perform. It is a must-see show!