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Seasonal Activities / Events

New Buffalo Independence Day Celebration

July 2, noon-dusk, New Buffalo Beach
Volleyball tournament with prizes, surfing demonstrations, sand castle competitions and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk!

Round Barn Winery Red, Whites & Brews Open House

July 3-4, 12-6pm, Baroda
Both wine lovers and hopheads alike will enjoy wine tasting, fresh microbrews, great food and live music. Hayrides and games for the kids, too! Case discounts and drink specials including DiVine Vodka Slushies to cool off on a hot July afternoon. Bring lawn chairs and sun umbrellas but no coolers or outside food and beverage. For more information, please click on the link.

Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Independence Day Concert

July 3, 7:30pm, Lions Pavilion at New Buffalo Lakefront Park
This free concert will include a medley of American classics and patriotic tunes. Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase.

Lemon Creek Winery Vintage Blues Bash

July 24, 12-10pm, Berrien Springs
An outdoor blues festival featuring live music, wine tasting and the food of Outdoor Kitchen. $10 admission includes entrance, wine glass and tasting ticket.

Wavelengths Music & Art Festival

July 31, 9am-11pm, Dewey Cannon Park, Three Oaks
A full day of Americana, folk, rock and indie music. Bring a blanket and delight in a tasty array of nationally recognized and emerging regional bands. Enjoy culinary pleasures, refreshing libations and the Wavelength Promenade of artists and unique vendors. Wavelengths is produced by Radio Harbor Country-WRHC.

Three Oaks Music in the Park Series

Summer Saturdays, 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.

July at Acorn Theater

A turn of the century corset factory turned live performance theater, the Acorn is a Harbor Country jewel. Performances in July 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.

July 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, 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