BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Sunset Coast Michigan - ECPv6.18.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Sunset Coast Michigan
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sunset Coast Michigan
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Detroit
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214
DTSTAMP:20261007T125401Z
CREATED:20261002T142551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T125401Z
UID:10009875-1795132800-1797120000@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:2026 Countdown to New Year
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season in Saint Joseph with St. Joe Today’s Countdown to New Year holiday giveaway running through December 13. Earn entries with every $25 spent at participating member businesses—present your receipts at the Welcome Center downtown to qualify. Daily prize drawings award $50 gift certificates\, with double entries on special shopping days including Small Business Saturday. Visit stjoetoday.com to explore dining\, shopping\, lodging\, and entertainment options. \n\nWhen: November 20 – December 13 (all day)\nWhere: St. Joe Welcome Center — 301 State Street\, Saint Joseph\, MI 49085\nCategory: Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across West Michigan: Saint Joseph events · Holiday events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/2026-countdown-to-new-year/
LOCATION:St. Joe Welcome Center\, 301 State Street\, Saint Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/c6261c9f7063b4304873158b0c54410137ee56a932bbcc572af4c4d7ee70675e.jpg
GEO:42.1092835;-86.4815613
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Joe Welcome Center 301 State Street Saint Joseph MI 49085 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 State Street:geo:-86.4815613,42.1092835
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20261002T143351Z
CREATED:20261002T143351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T143351Z
UID:10009880-1796342400-1796515200@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:2026 Merry & Bright Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the season at Saint Joseph’s Merry & Bright Weekend\, running December 4-6 throughout Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast. The downtown celebration features Light up the Bluff with a tree lighting ceremony\, a festive Reindog Parade\, Santa’s House visits\, and a Holiday Artisan Market. Extended shopping hours and special offers await across the region as the community comes together to celebrate winter. \n\nWhen: December 4 – December 6 (all day)\nWhere: Downtown St. Joseph Michigan — 301 State Street\, Saint Joseph\, MI 49085\nCategory: Community Events\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast: Saint Joseph events · Community Events events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/2026-merry-bright-weekend/
LOCATION:Downtown St. Joseph Michigan\, 301 State Street\, Saint Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/908cae08dc88bdddc0039ea4079d58576c094c3cc6ea9b7d481112acba0212ac-scaled.jpg
GEO:42.1092835;-86.4815613
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Downtown St. Joseph Michigan 301 State Street Saint Joseph MI 49085 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 State Street:geo:-86.4815613,42.1092835
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T150000
DTSTAMP:20261029T131348Z
CREATED:20261028T120556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T131348Z
UID:10010130-1796389200-1796396400@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Movie Matinee At The Library: "The Homecoming: A Christmas Story"
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at St. Joseph’s Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library with a holiday movie matinee featuring "The Homecoming: A Christmas Story." This Friday\, December 4 from 1–3 PM\, settle in with your favorite snacks to enjoy this heartwarming classic starring Patricia Neal\, Richard Thomas\, and Edgar Bergen. A perfect winter afternoon on Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 1 PM–3 PM\nWhere: St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library — 500 Market St.\, St. Joseph\, MI 49085\nHosted by: Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library\nCategory: Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across West Michigan: St. Joseph events · Holiday events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/movie-matinee-at-the-library-the-homecoming-a-christmas-story/
LOCATION:St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library\, 500 Market St.\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, US
CATEGORIES:Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ad65d4e19a776d936e023b60b21c0920a09c687720119b0ebe43c9d354abae34.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T183000
DTSTAMP:20261106T141205Z
CREATED:20261106T141205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T141205Z
UID:10010189-1796407200-1796409000@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Light Up The Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Light up the Bluff transforms Saint Joseph’s Lake Bluff Park into a winter wonderland this holiday season. The St. Joseph High School Choir performs Christmas carols at 6 PM\, followed by a spectacular tree lighting at 6:30 PM on Friday\, December 4. One million twinkling lights will illuminate the park through Valentine’s Day\, with extended viewing hours beginning Saturday\, December 6. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 6 PM–6:30 PM\nWhere: Lake Bluff Park — 300 Lake Blvd\, Saint Joseph\, MI 49085\nCategory: Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across the Sunset Coast: explore Saint Joseph · Holiday events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/light-up-the-bluff-3/
LOCATION:Lake Bluff Park\, 400 Lake Blvd\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/effeb3a000a96583a14c01c30c7615763f39de42252e17023b050f61bd97ebea.jpg
GEO:42.1088;-86.4838
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lake Bluff Park 400 Lake Blvd St. Joseph MI 49085 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 Lake Blvd:geo:-86.4838,42.1088
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T200000
DTSTAMP:20261028T121030Z
CREATED:20261027T131337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T121030Z
UID:10010124-1796407200-1796414400@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Warm Up During Light Up the Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Warm up at Krasl Art Center during Saint Joseph’s Annual Light Up the Bluff on Friday\, December 4 from 6 PM–8 PM. This community event features hot chocolate\, live artists sketching Santa\, and festive activities that celebrate the cherished holiday tradition on Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 6 PM–8 PM\nWhere: Krasl Art Center — 707 Lake Blvd\, Saint Joseph\, MI 49085\nHosted by: Krasl Art Center\nCategory: Community Events\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across Southwest Michigan: more things to do in Saint Joseph · Community Events events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/warm-up-during-light-up-the-bluff/
LOCATION:Krasl Art Center\, 707 Lake Blvd\, Saint Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/71cd946908f0ffc30bf6991e93ab15817699b05fe435e41451f0f499c4e39ee3-scaled.jpg
GEO:42.1065004;-86.4853207
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Krasl Art Center 707 Lake Blvd Saint Joseph MI 49085 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=707 Lake Blvd:geo:-86.4853207,42.1065004
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260927T232525Z
CREATED:20260927T232525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T232525Z
UID:10009760-1796410800-1796418000@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Candlelight Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Kris Kringle makes his festive return to Dowagiac for the Candlelight Christmas Parade\, presented by the Chamber of Commerce and City of Dowagiac. The holiday procession steps off from Front and Main streets\, traveling north on Front Street through the downtown loop. South Front Street closes to traffic at 4 p.m. in preparation for this magical evening celebration on Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 7 PM–9 PM\nWhere: Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce — 200 Depot Dr\, Dowagiac\, MI 49047\nHosted by: Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce\nCategory: Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across the Sunset Coast: more things to do in Dowagiac · Holiday events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/candlelight-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce\, 200 Depot Dr\, Dowagiac\, MI\, 49047\, US
CATEGORIES:Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/7188b80c2ae5d0a888ce5f057f5a045a6e9bbf3bba60953d961c3aa3d99b769c-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T210000
DTSTAMP:20261113T141509Z
CREATED:20261112T141454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261113T141509Z
UID:10010236-1796412600-1796418000@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Twin City Players Presents Prancer
DESCRIPTION:Twin City Players brings the beloved holiday classic Prancer to life in St. Joseph this December. This heartwarming theatre production follows young Jessica as her faith is tested when she discovers a wounded reindeer she believes belongs to Santa. Greg Taylor’s stage adaptation blends touching themes of resilience and healing with wonder\, creating magic for the whole family. Experience a story that celebrates the power of belief and miracles during this unforgettable performance season. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 7:30 PM–9 PM\nWhere: Twin City Players — 600 West Glenlord Road\, St. Joseph\, MI 49085\nHosted by: Twin City Players\nCategory: Theatre & Dance\, Family Events\, Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across West Michigan: more things to do in St. Joseph · Theatre & Dance events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/prancer/
LOCATION:Twin City Players\, 600 West Glenlord Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Holiday,Theatre & Dance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/8cef12f9e57b5bb203588ae703d8851a635c98e98afa280460e95a7eaa17b35a.webp
GEO:42.0422248;-86.4682766
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Twin City Players 600 West Glenlord Road St. Joseph MI 49085 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=600 West Glenlord Road:geo:-86.4682766,42.0422248
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T220000
DTSTAMP:20261013T211813Z
CREATED:20261013T211813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T211813Z
UID:10010018-1796412600-1796421600@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:AVENUE Q - Music and Lyrics by Jeff Marx & Robert Lopez; dir. by Paige Mulick
DESCRIPTION:AVENUE Q – Music and Lyrics by Jeff Marx & Robert Lopez; dir. by Paige Mulick comes to Ghostlight Theatre in Benton Harbor\, Michigan on Friday\, December 4 from 7:30 PM–10 PM. Part of the Sunset Coast’s Theatre & Dance lineup. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 7:30 PM–10 PM\nWhere: Ghostlight Theatre — 101 Hinkley Street\, Benton Harbor\, 49022\nHosted by: The GhostLight\nCategory: Theatre & Dance\n\nAbout this event\nAVENUE Q – Music and Lyrics by Jeff Marx & Robert Lopez; dir. by Paige Mulick Directed by Paige Mulick Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical\, Best Score and Best Book\, Avenue Q is part flesh\, part felt and packed with heart. The laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton\, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that\, although the residents seem nice\, it’s clear that this is not your… \nEvent details provided by the event organizer. \nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across the Sunset Coast: explore Benton Harbor · Theatre & Dance events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/avenue-q-music-and-lyrics-by-jeff-marx-dir-by-paige-mulick-2/
LOCATION:Ghostlight Theatre\, 101 Hinkley Street\, Benton Harbor\, 49022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Dance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/d0f11eea4f3ed2daa9a6bb2bdd7f1d308cd33d4c6774f02c2e7ceb9c5bd2b8f3.jpg
GEO:42.1173474;-86.4561805
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ghostlight Theatre 101 Hinkley Street Benton Harbor 49022 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=101 Hinkley Street:geo:-86.4561805,42.1173474
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T220000
DTSTAMP:20261106T141237Z
CREATED:20261106T141237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T141237Z
UID:10010190-1796414400-1796421600@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:The Chris White Trio presents "A Charlie Brown Christmas"
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the season at Acorn Theater in Three Oaks as the Chris White Trio performs Vince Guaraldi’s beloved score from "A Charlie Brown Christmas" in its entirety. This holiday celebration brings the classic Peanuts special to life through live jazz\, transporting audiences back to cherished childhood memories while capturing the true spirit of Christmas on Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast. \n\nWhen: Friday\, December 4\, 8 PM–10 PM\nWhere: Acorn Theater — 107 Generations Drive (off N. Elm St.)\, Three Oaks\, MI 49128\nHosted by: The Acorn\nCategory: Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across Southwest Michigan’s Sunset Coast: explore Three Oaks · Holiday events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/the-chris-white-trio-presents-a-charlie-brown-christmas/
LOCATION:Acorn Theater\, 107 Generations Drive (off N. Elm St.)\, Three Oaks\, MI\, 49128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/21d3495650c71f524759321d44323f30f6fd4491e215019179330078df22ed6e.webp
GEO:41.80478;-86.61039
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Acorn Theater 107 Generations Drive (off N. Elm St.) Three Oaks MI 49128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=107 Generations Drive (off N. Elm St.):geo:-86.61039,41.80478
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTSTAMP:20261030T141157Z
CREATED:20261002T155807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T141157Z
UID:10009910-1796428800-1796428800@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:The Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:Looking for Community Events in Benton Harbor? The Nutcracker runs on Saturday\, December 5 at Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center in Benton Harbor\, Michigan. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 5 (all day)\nWhere: Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center — 1100 Yore Avenue\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022\nHosted by: Fusion Center for Dance\nCategory: Community Events\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across Southwest Michigan: Benton Harbor events · Community Events events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/the-nutcracker/
LOCATION:Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center\, 1100 Yore Avenue\, Benton Harbor\, MI\, 49022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20eeb891d125a26c0902d0d2b8ad57ada187d692c17ccc169f35737d2aaea6dc-0d9a6fbb.jpg
GEO:42.0972973;-86.3897458
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grand Upton Hall at The Mendel Center 1100 Yore Avenue Benton Harbor MI 49022 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1100 Yore Avenue:geo:-86.3897458,42.0972973
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTSTAMP:20261106T141306Z
CREATED:20261106T141306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T141306Z
UID:10010191-1796428800-1796428800@sunsetcoastmichigan.com
SUMMARY:Christmas in the Village
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Christmas in the Village in Stevensville\, where families gather for sleigh rides\, free photos with Santa\, food trucks\, games\, and festive fun. This family event brings holiday cheer to the Village of Stevensville on Saturday\, December 5\, with activities for all ages to enjoy together. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 5 (all day)\nWhere: Village of Stevensville — 5768 Saint Joseph Avenue\, Stevensville\, MI 49127\nHosted by: Village of Stevensville\nCategory: Family Events\, Holiday\n\nOfficial event details & tickets → \nDiscover more across West Michigan: more things to do in Stevensville · Family Events events.
URL:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/event/christmas-in-the-village/
LOCATION:Village of Stevensville\, 5768 Saint Joseph Avenue\, Stevensville\, MI\, 49127\, US
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sunsetcoastmichigan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/08e912693e681b983f13be7b239927f532ef553e8de062053ff3a848e8b7650f.webp
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR