Tri-County Bicycle Tour
Jul
21
to Jul 26

Tri-County Bicycle Tour

A group of 250+ bicyclist will be staying at North Park Campground and taking day rides throughout the area. If you see them, make them feel welcome!

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Lighthouse Tours
Jul
25

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Music at the Beach
Jul
31

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by the band SideTrak’D, a rock classic band with some soul, Motown and modern rock. They hail from Macomb, Michigan.

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Jul
31

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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Biyakathon
Aug
1

Biyakathon

Bike 5 or 12.1 miles, Kayak 2 miles and Run 5K. Contact Austin Burton with questions at 989-600-8556. http://biyakathon.org/

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Lighthouse Tours
Aug
1

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Filipino Fiesta
Aug
1

Filipino Fiesta

Experience Filipino culture with traditional food, games, crafts, exhibits, cultural dances, vendors, and community fun.

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Bluewater Area Antique Yard Sale Trail
Aug
7
to Aug 9

Bluewater Area Antique Yard Sale Trail

150+ miles of antiques, yard sales, and much more to explore!

  • From New Baltimore and Algonac in the south to Sebewaing in the north, M-25 / M-29 follows the majestic banks of the St. Clair River, then continues along the shoreline of beautiful Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay.

  • Many communities along the route offer unique shops, "antiquing", museums full of local history, and small diners for convenience and comfort.

  • https://yardsaletrail.blogspot.com/

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Aug
7

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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Music at the Beach
Aug
7

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by Wayward Wind will perform your classic rock favorites. They are traveling from North Branch, Michigan.

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Storm the Beach 5K
Aug
8

Storm the Beach 5K

Start your morning with a 5K run or 2 mile walk. Contact Debby at 313-400-0913.

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Lighthouse Tours
Aug
8

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Movie at the Beach
Aug
8

Movie at the Beach

Free movie - bring a lawn chair or blanket. Movie begins at dusk.

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Tween Tea
Aug
11

Tween Tea

Tea party for 5-9 year old children with their doll. Includes a tea party and craft. Call Sheila Eddy to register at 989-864-3817.

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Music at the Beach
Aug
14

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by Freak Daddy. They are a PARTY band based out of Central Michigan. Pro players bringing the Party to You!

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Aug
14

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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Lighthouse Tours
Aug
15

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Lighthouse Tours
Aug
29

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Lighthouse Tours
Sep
5

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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DJ at North Park
Sep
5

DJ at North Park

Bring your friends and have some fun at DJ in the Park! North Park Pavilion will be hosting this fun, family friendly event.

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Harvest Pie & Dessert Contest
Sep
12

Harvest Pie & Dessert Contest

The Pie & Dessert Contest is open to everyone to enter their favorite pie and/or dessert. Drop off your entry by 10:30 am at the Visitor Center. Pieces of the pies and dessert will be for sale following judging. Contact Alyssa at 989-315-1118 for details.

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Murphy Museum Craft Expo
Sep
12

Murphy Museum Craft Expo

Stroll the booths of beautiful handmade items, baked goods, fruits and vegetables. You’re sure to find some treasures. Contact Barb at 989-553-3317 for details.

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Harvest Fall Family Fun (Copy)
Sep
12

Harvest Fall Family Fun (Copy)

Bring your family and friends for some harvest fun! There will be harvest games and activities for everyone. Contact Michelle at 810-641-5885 for details or to volunteer to help.

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Harvest Festival & Chili Cook-Off
Sep
12

Harvest Festival & Chili Cook-Off

The annual Harvest Festival & Chili Cook-Off is a favorite for locals and tourist. The event kicks off in the morning with the Murphy Museum Craft Expo, followed by the Pie & Dessert Contest (all entries are welcome), chili tasting gets underway at 11 am. Begin at the Visitor Center to purchase your ballot and map for $5. Then stroll the downtown merchants to sample their chili recipes. Vote for your favorite at the end! Contact Karen at 989-824-1554 for details.

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Huron County Museum Weekend
Sep
26
to Sep 27

Huron County Museum Weekend

Visit Huron County, Michigan museums for a weekend of historic indulgence.

http://www.thehchs.org/

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Halloween Camping Weekend
Oct
2
to Oct 4

Halloween Camping Weekend

A family fun weekend filled with Halloween favorites. Make your camp site reservations by calling 989-479-9554.

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DJ at North Park
Oct
3

DJ at North Park

Bring your friends and have some fun at DJ in the Park! North Park Pavilion will be hosting this fun, family friendly event.

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Halloween Camping Weekend
Oct
9
to Oct 11

Halloween Camping Weekend

A family fun weekend filled with Halloween favorites. Make your camp site reservations by calling 989-479-9554.

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DJ at North Park
Oct
10

DJ at North Park

Bring your friends and have some fun at DJ in the Park! North Park Pavilion will be hosting this fun, family friendly event.

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Arctic Open Golf Tournament
Oct
31

Arctic Open Golf Tournament

This golf tournament benefits the Harbor Beach Athletic Association. Contact Dan at 989-553-1684 for details.

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Small Town Saturday
Nov
28

Small Town Saturday

Support our local merchants by shopping small in Harbor Beach. There will be specials, discounts and drawings to get your holiday shopping started.

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Wine Walk
Nov
28

Wine Walk

The Harbor Beach Wine Walk will be held in conjunction with Small Town Saturday. Pick up a map of participating locations and commemorative wine glass at the Visitor Center for $5. Sip. Stroll. Shop!

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Christmas Parade
Dec
5

Christmas Parade

Join us in Harbor Beach to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas! The parade offers a wide range of ways to fill your senses and put everyone in the Christmas spirit. Contact Debbie for information at 989-670-8639.

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Community Tree Lighting
Dec
5

Community Tree Lighting

The 2nd annual Community Tree Lighting will be held on the Murphy Museum lawn following the parade. Join us to officially kick off the holiday season!

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Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay
Apr
24

Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay

Thumb Coast Ultra & RelaySaturday, April 24, 2027
6:27 AM - 9:40 PM
Lincoln Memorial Park
1 Trescott St.Harbor Beach, MI, 48441

Choose between a 50K run or ruck, 50 mile, or 50 MileR elay. Run sun up to sun down beginning in Harbor Beach and ending in Caseville.

Stay up to date on the Thumb Ultra Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/thumbcoastultra

Learn more and register:  https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Caseville/ThumbCoastUltra50Mileand50Kilometer  

Volunteer Registration:  https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MI/Caseville/ThumbCoastUltra50Mileand50Kilometer

Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay wouldn't be possible without our incredible volunteers. Every year, local residents, community organizations, families, and runners' friends come together to staff aid stations, cheer along the course, and help runners achieve goals they've spent months preparing for. We love seeing the Harbor Beach and Thumb communities come together to showcase the hospitality that makes this region so special.

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Jul
24

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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Music at the Beach
Jul
24

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by The Jeff Hoagland Blues Band. You’ll enjoy some fun blues tunes you recognize. Jeff is committed to preserving authentic Delta blues. The band is steeped richly in Detroit Blues History.

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Movie at the Beach
Jul
18

Movie at the Beach

Free movie - bring a lawn chair or blanket. Movie begins at dusk.

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Lighthouse Tours
Jul
18

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Music at the Beach
Jul
17

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by the Billy Gunther & the Midwest Riders, a band with a classic rock feel and country and blues roots from the Flint, Michigan area.

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Great Lakes Watercross
Jul
17
to Jul 19

Great Lakes Watercross

Watch professional jet ski races right in the Harbor Beach harbor all weekend! 2025 in Harbor Beach was their largest race ever! Great Lakes Watercross invites fans, sponsors, and watercross enthusiasts to join in the thrill of the 2026 series, promising a season of intense competition, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable moments on the water. Great Lakes Watercross

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Firemen's Camping Weekend
Jul
17
to Jul 19

Firemen's Camping Weekend

A weekend of family fun for volunteer firefighter families. Call the campground for reservations at 989-479-9554.

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Maritime Craft Show
Jul
12

Maritime Craft Show

Contact Melissa at 810-919-1316 for details or to register as a vendor.

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Maritime Car Show
Jul
12

Maritime Car Show

Bring a vehicle to display or take a stroll through all the vehicles on display. Planned for all the car and pickup truck enthusiasts. Contact Rachel at 989-315-4087 for details.

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Maritime FIREWORKS
Jul
11

Maritime FIREWORKS

Fireworks over the harbor at dusk.

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Pulled Pork Dinner-American Legion
Jul
11

Pulled Pork Dinner-American Legion

Grab a delicious homemade pork dinner at the American Legion Hall. They will also have a variety of beverages to enjoy.

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Maritime Craft Show
Jul
11

Maritime Craft Show

The Craft Show runs in conjunction with the Maritime Festival. It is located on the east end of the Murphy Museum Lawn. To become a vendor please contact Karen Gull at 810-639-5388.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Jul
11

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Pick up some great reads at fantastic prices and support the library at the same time!

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Battle on the Beach Strongman Competition
Jul
11

Battle on the Beach Strongman Competition

Sanctioned United States Strongman Competition event.

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Lighthouse Tours
Jul
11

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Pulled Pork Dinner-American Legion
Jul
10

Pulled Pork Dinner-American Legion

Grab a delicious homemade pork dinner at the American Legion Hall. They will also have a variety of beverages to enjoy.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Jul
10

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Pick up some great reads at fantastic prices and support the library at the same time!

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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Jul
9

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Pick up some great reads at fantastic prices and support the library at the same time!

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Maritime 5K Run/Walk
Jul
8

Maritime 5K Run/Walk

Brought to you by the Harbor Beach Community Hospital to kick off Maritime Weekend! Contact Joann at 989-479-5023 or jhoffman@hbch.org for details.

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DJ at North Park
Jul
4

DJ at North Park

Bring your friends and have some fun at DJ in the Park! North Park Pavilion will be hosting this fun, family friendly event.

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Lighthouse Tours
Jul
4

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Jul
3

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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Music at the Beach
Jul
3

Music at the Beach

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a free concert! Music by Eastside Still Alive. They are a fun Detroit Rock & Roll/New Wave 70s and 80s covers and originals band.

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Lighthouse Tours
Jun
27

Lighthouse Tours

Tour includes a short boat ride to and from the lighthouse and docent guided tours of the lighthouse and fog building. Reserve tickets at harborbeachlighthouse.org. All tours are weather permitting.

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Kite Flying at the Beach
Jun
26

Kite Flying at the Beach

Bring your kite and fly it at the beach during Music at the Beach! Join other kite fliers for some fun in the sky.

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