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Seasonal Activities / Events

September 3-5, Judith Racht Gallery, Harbert
The 16th Annual Outsiders Outside Art Fair brings artists and dealers in untrained, visionary and folk art together with those who appreciate their work for one of the oldest and largest shows of its kind in the country. For more information, please click on the link.

Three Oaks Music in the Park Series

September 4, 6:30pm
Enjoy an evening of live music in nearby Dewey Cannon Park. Some seating is provided, but feel free to bring a blanket and picnic Ravinia-style. The final performance of the season will feature "the best of Pastiche" -- the most talented open mic performers of the year.

Lemon Creek Winery Annual Harvest Fest & British Car Show

September 11, Berrien Springs
Celebrate the rich heritage of the harvest season. This event will include a British Car Show, live rockabilly music by the Bel-Airs and more. Outdoor Kitchen will be on sight grilling up all of the harvest favorites including their famous corn on the cob. Admission includes souvenir wine glass and tasting ticket. Please click on the link for more information.

Lyric Opera in the Gardens

September 12 and 19, International Friendship Gardens, Michigan City
Preview Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2010/11 season in the spectacular outdoor setting of the International Friendship Gardens. For program and ticket information, please click on the link.

Round Barn Winery & Brewery Live Music on the Patio

September Saturdays, 3:00-5:00pm, Baroda
Enjoy live music and wine and beer tasting on the estate patio. No admission fee.

September at Acorn Theater

A turn of the century corset factory turned live performance theater, the Acorn is a Harbor Country jewel. Performances in September are an eclectic mix of world-class music and theater acts, made even more exceptional by the intimate space and easy vibe of the theater. The Acorn also opens its doors every Tuesday night for an open mic night brimming with local talent. For a complete schedule, please click on the link.

September at Vickers Theatre

Yet another turn of the century building lovingly restored into a beautiful film house and gallery. The Vickers offers a phenomenally well-curated selection of independent and foreign films. Please click on the link for showtimes.

Thursday Night Jazz at Fitzgerald's Restaurant & Bar

Enjoy the Tom Hilliker Trio every Thursday night at 7pm in this cozy pub.

Live Music Weekends at Stray Dog Bar & Grill

The party starts every Friday and Saturday at 11pm with local rock and blues acts.

Four Winds Casino

Gaming fans will find a Vegas-caliber casino set deep in the woods, just minutes away, at Four Winds Casino. Don't feel like driving? Enjoy complimentary shuttle service.

Southwest Michigan Wine Trail Tours

Maps are available at the Front Desk for an easy self-guided tour to our 11 area vineyards and wineries.

Fruitful Vine Wine Tours

Explore the Southwest Michigan Wine Trail without having to worry about who is driving. Charter a private limo-coach or reserve a spot on a Hop-On Tour. For more information, click on the link.

Galien River Kayak Tours & Rentals

A beautiful, 3-mile journey through a part of Harbor Country only available by boat. The paddle offers a serene, slow moving, two-hour kayak or stand up paddleboard (SUP) unguided tour on an unspoiled river with and an abundance of nature and wildlife such as Great Blue Heron, rarely seen birds, beavers and other local flora and fauna. For details, please click on the link.

Hiking

Harbor Country has fantastic hiking trails in diverse settings. Explore Warren Woods, Chikaming Township Park & Preserve, and Warren Dunes State Park. And, our beautiful New Buffalo Beach offers miles of gorgeous lakefront for beach walkers.

Surf Lessons & Rentals

Great Lakes surfing is for real, and even though the best conditions are generally in the fall and winter, summer is a great time to get your feet wet (so to speak). The team at Third Coast will set you up with all the equipment, know-how and enthusiasm needed to fall in love with surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding and sand boarding on our beautiful Lake Michigan beach. For details, please click on the link.

Wave Runner Rentals

Thursdays-Sundays and holiday Mondays through Labor Day, Oselka Marina
Explore Lake Michigan on a brand new Yamaha VX Deluxe or VX Cruiser, available for rental just steps from the hotel. Reservations are recommended, please click on the link for more information and rates.

Back Roads Biking Through Harbor Country

Harbor Country has miles of country road bike routes. Bring your own bike or use our cruisers. Trail maps are available at the Front Desk. These routes are also wonderful driving tours.

Fishing Charters, Boat Rides & Sunset Cruises

Book your own private Lake Michigan boating experience with Fisher of Men Charters. Departing from nearby Oselka Marina, Captain Dave Torma is ready for sport or leisure, whatever your speed. For more information, call 574.386.2372.

Horse-Drawn Carriage and Hay Rides

Private horse-drawn carriage or hay rides may be chartered by contacting Country Lane Carriages. Please click on the link for more information.

Shopping and Gallery Tours

Harbor Country is loaded with unique places to shop, but some of the best are located just off the beaten path. We can design individual mini-tours by town or by interest. Please inquire when making your reservation – we’ll have a list of shops, hours and directions ready for you at check-in!

Wineries

Contessa Wine Cellars

Domaine Berrien Cellars

Fenn Valley Vineyard & Wine Cellar

Free Run Cellars

Hickory Creek Winery

Karma Vista Vineyards & Winery

Lawton Ridge Winery

Lemon Creek Winery & Fruit Farm

Round Barn Winery

Southwest Michigan Wine Trail Association

St. Julian Winery