{"id":12487,"date":"2019-02-22T19:28:04","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T19:28:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/?p=12487"},"modified":"2019-04-29T14:38:28","modified_gmt":"2019-04-29T14:38:28","slug":"top-things-to-do-in-saugatuck-michigan-every-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/top-things-to-do-in-saugatuck-michigan-every-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck Michigan Every Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--column 50-50 column--><!--group 0 group--><!--part 0 part--><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11068 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Wickwood Inn\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-760x333.jpg\" alt=\"inn exterior\" width=\"760\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-760x333.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-1024x449.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-940x412.jpg 940w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-330x145.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-520x228.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-480x211.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB-75x33.jpg 75w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/WickwoodSignExterior1140x500WEB.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6151 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Oval Beach\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-760x506.jpg\" alt=\"Saugatuck's Award Winning Oval Beach\" width=\"760\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-760x506.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-940x625.jpg 940w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-520x346.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-480x319.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/DSC_6156-2.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-798 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Downtown Saugatuck\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-760x508.jpg\" alt=\"downtown shops\" width=\"760\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-760x508.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-940x628.jpg 940w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-480x321.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689-49x33.jpg 49w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/downtown-shopping-saugatuck-1030x689.jpg 1030w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10754 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Sailboats At Sunset In Saugatuck Marina\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-760x475.jpg\" alt=\"fall boats in marina at sunset\" width=\"760\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-760x475.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-520x325.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-480x300.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500-53x33.jpg 53w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/FallBoats800x500.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11128 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Fall Canopy Of Trees Near Saugatuck, MI\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/blogFallLane-760x1143.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Canopy of trees on country lane\" width=\"760\" height=\"1143\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11756 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Christmas Lights At Wickwood Inn\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-760x333.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Lights At Wickwood Inn\" width=\"760\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-760x333.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-1024x449.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-940x412.jpg 940w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-330x145.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-520x228.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-480x211.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06-75x33.jpg 75w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/2018_holiday_homepage_06.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10719 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Winter Snow Shoeing In Saugatuck Dunes\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-760x475.jpg\" alt=\"couple snowshoeing in snowy forest\" width=\"760\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-760x475.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-520x325.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-480x300.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT-53x33.jpg 53w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Winter800OPT.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11776 size-blog_full_width\" title=\"Top Things To Do In Saugatuck MI - Little Luxuries At The Inn\" src=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-760x333.jpg\" alt=\"Sweets - Room - Charcuterie\" width=\"760\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-760x333.jpg 760w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-1024x449.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-940x412.jpg 940w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-330x145.jpg 330w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-520x228.jpg 520w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-480x211.jpg 480w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500-75x33.jpg 75w, https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/WinterFoodRoomFoodTriptych1140x500.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<!-- tbc_section_separator --> <!--column 50-50 column--><!--group 0 group--><!--part 1 part--><\/p>\n<h2>Things To Do In Saugatuck In Every Season Of Every Month Of The Year<\/h2>\n<p>Tis the season for bucket lists \u2026 right? Our \u2018Top Things To Do In Saugatuck\u2019 lists the best activities for every month. There are literally amazing adventures and experiences in Saugatuck every month of the year!<\/p>\n<p>As you plan your Lake Michigan getaway for 2019, there are Saugatuck Experiences for everyone all year long.\u00a0 Print it off this monthly bucketlist.\u00a0 Visit us often.\u00a0 See how many adventures in Saugatuck you can have in 2019! \u00a0And while you\u2019re at it, <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.thinkreservations.com\/wickwoodinn\/reservations?_ga=2.154246655.639175109.1548126296-1734690271.1540930618\">book your sweet Michigan getaway at Wickwood Inn<\/a>! We can\u2019t wait to hear which part of Saugatuck you enjoy the most!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u201cToday is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So\u2026get on your way.\u201d ~ Dr. Seuss<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>JANUARY <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience an old English tradition at the annual\u00a0<u>Wassail at Virtue Cider<\/u>. Expect bonfires, live music, a lot of good food and a great cider celebration!<\/li>\n<li>Take in Michigan\u2019s lakeshore winter and cross-country ski along the trails in <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckdunesstatepark.weebly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Dunes State Park<\/a>. Bring your own, or <a href=\"https:\/\/shoptheshark.com\/snow-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rent skis or snowshoes locally<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Stir up the romance with a magical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yellowpages.com\/saugatuck-mi\/horse-drawn-sleigh-rides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horse-drawn sleigh ride<\/a> through the woods.<\/li>\n<li>Get crafty and brew your own craft beer at <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckbrewing.com\/brew-on-premise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Brewing Company<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>FEBRUARY <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose from Valentine\u2019s Day menus all around town or <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/special-offerings\/surprises-treats\/\">cook up your own romance at Wickwood<\/a> by ordering Patricia\u2019s Chocolates, fresh roses and champagne to your room.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy weekly live music at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltoftheearthfennville.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salt Of The Earth<\/a> and taste their divine wood fired pizza.<\/li>\n<li>Stroll through <a href=\"http:\/\/waterstreetgallery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterstreet Gallery\u2019s<\/a> Fine Art Exhibition as they reopen for weekends in February.<\/li>\n<li>Go on a date and try something sweet at one of our many (or all!) of our coffee and tea cafes. Try out <a href=\"https:\/\/uncommoncoffeeroasters.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uncommon Roasters<\/a> , <a href=\"http:\/\/www.respitecappuccinocourt.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Respite<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckteacompany.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Tea Company<\/a> to get you started!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>MARCH<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Participate in a true artistic experience during the MountainFilm Tour at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sc4a.org\/?s=mountainfilm+Festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Center For The Arts<\/a>. Experience two days of screenings at this annual film festival.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy the spring farm-to-table menus at local restaurants. At <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/breakfast-more\/food-at-wickwood\/\">Wickwood Inn<\/a>, we love to support our local farmers and share their harvests with our guests!<\/li>\n<li>Stroll along, alone or hand-in-hand, during an early spring on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saugatuck.com\/directory\/oval-beach-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oval Beach<\/a> &#8211; National Geographic Traveler\u2019s Top Freshwater Beaches in the USA.<\/li>\n<li>Attend the free Spring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpettergalleries.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Douglas Fine Art Gallery Stroll<\/a> where art studios, galleries and pop-up spaces feature art demonstrations, live music, and refreshments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>APRIL<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evergreenlanefarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Evergreen Lane Creamery<\/a> and taste hand-crafted artisan cheese, play with the baby goats and take in this charming farm creamery!<\/li>\n<li>Begin antique and vintage hunting for your home or business at one of our many local antique shops ranging in size from pavilions to boutiques.<\/li>\n<li>Find something gorgeous that\u2019s one-of-a-kind. Shop Saugatuck&#8217;s boutiques and proudly owned local shops.<\/li>\n<li>Gather with friends and do the pub crawl from <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Brewing Company<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/guardianbrewingco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guardian Brewing<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waypostbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waypost Brewing<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>MAY<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Celebrate Mother\u2019s Day (and art!) on the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.artzandgardenz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Annual Artz &amp; Gardens Tour<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Before summer crowds arrive, golf at some of the best green at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearbrookgolfclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clearbrook<\/a> \u2013 a qualifying site for the Michigan Open that\u2019s played host to some of the area\u2019s finest players and tournaments.<\/li>\n<li>Take in the sights, smells and sounds of all the freshness awaiting you at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hollandfarmersmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holland Farmers Market<\/a>. Be sure to take home the sweetest Michigan strawberries!<\/li>\n<li>Score tickets to the highly talked about Southerner\u2019s Morel Mushroom Dinner and learn what it takes to forage safely and responsibly for your own food!<\/li>\n<li>Take a step back in time and tour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.feltmansion.org\/felt-mansion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Felt Estate<\/a> and behold intricate mahogany woodwork, art d\u00e9co colourful tile, and enjoy learning about the history of this mansion that began with a love story.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>JUNE<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Spend a day at the widely celebrated Oval Beach enjoying the Lake Michigan air, fueling up at the concessions, watching the sunset, or traipsing up the dunes close by.<\/li>\n<li>Grab your bike and ride the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fotbst.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blue Star Bike Trail<\/a> \u2013 a volunteer effort to motivate mindsets towards health, safety, wellness, economic health and environment.<\/li>\n<li>Party at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ox-bow.org\/friday-night-open-studios\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Friday Night Open Studios<\/a> from 7:30 &#8211; 10 p.m. when participants at Ox-Bow School of Artists &amp; Residency open their studios and display their work.<\/li>\n<li>Take a step back in time, and line up for a hot dog and root beer float at the Douglas Root Beer Barrel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>JULY<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Watch fireworks over Lake Kalamazoo and celebrate the Saugatuck 4<sup>th<\/sup>of July parade and waterfront festival. Break out the red, white and blue \u2013 we have something for you!<\/li>\n<li>Choose your favorite flavor at Charlie\u2019s Round the Corner Ice Cream and take a selfie in front of their iconic vintage Charlie\u2019s sign.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kalamazooriver.org\/events\/kanoe-the-kazoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rent a kayak and paddle up the Kalamazoo River<\/a>. Explore Kalamazoo Lake and Wade\u2019s Bayou while keeping an eye out for herons, egrets and eagles.<\/li>\n<li>Pick a captain and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saugatuck.com\/directory_category\/fishing-charters-boat-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">charter boat<\/a> and fish for Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout and Brown Trout in Lake Michigan.<\/li>\n<li>Watch the boats light up on Lake Kalamazoo for the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.saugatuckvenetianfest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Venetian Festival<\/a> and enjoy the parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>AUGUST<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/retroboatrentals.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rent a retro boat<\/a> for the afternoon from a fleet of rare classic runabout boats.<\/li>\n<li>Request that Wickwood Inn prepare you special beach picnic basket to enjoy at Oval Beach.<\/li>\n<li>Tickle your ears with the sounds of the <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckmusic.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck<\/a> .<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy classic cocktails and delicious pub food at Red Dock for sunset on the water.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a blanket and claim your spot at Wick\u2019s Park for Music in the Park every Wednesday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>SEPTEMBER <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Test yourself on Saugatuck\u2019s iconic stairs in the multi-terrain <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mtbaldheadchallenge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mount Baldhead Challenge<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>As one of the world\u2019s top beach towns, Saugatuck draws a crowd! But, in September the numbers drop, so late summer visitors truly enjoy less crowded beaches.<\/li>\n<li>Experience a delicious cider tasting at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuecider.com\/tasting-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virtue Farms<\/a> \u2013 providing all-natural ciders from some of the country\u2019s best apple orchards.<\/li>\n<li>Taste the thrill of apple season in Michigan. Pick your own apples. Then eat pies at <a href=\"http:\/\/craneorchards.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crane Orchards<\/a>. Their orchards grow many varieties of apples, cherries, peaches and pumpkins.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a gorgeous sunset boat cruise down the Kalamazoo River on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saugatuckboatcruises.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Star of Saugatuck<\/a>. This family-friendly paddleboat experience provides snacks on board and keep your eyes alert for wildlife close by!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>OCTOBER <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Discover fine art at the Saugatuck-Douglas Annual Fall Gallery Stroll where art studios and galleries feature art exhibitions, art demos, live music, and refreshments.<\/li>\n<li>West Michigan is ablaze in fall, so pack your binoculars and drive or cycle the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/article\/trip-idea\/fall-color-tours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall Color Tour<\/a>. From tree canopied country roads to sand dunes, it won\u2019t disappoint!<\/li>\n<li>Dress in your spooky best and party at the infamous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.douglashalloween.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Douglas Halloween Parade for Adults.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Experience fall along Lake Michigan\u2019s shore during our Indian Summer and take one last paddleboard of the year at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.running-rivers.info\/wades-bayou.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wade\u2019s Bayou<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>NOVEMBER <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The menu at Wickwood Inn is farmers\u2019 market-inspired and highlights the small growers and artisan food producers of our surrounding Lake Michigan countryside. Enjoy the harvest at Wickwood Inn and check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/apple-recipes-from-our-kitchen-to-yours-wickwood-inn\/\">apple loving recipes<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li>Take it slow and easy on a <a href=\"http:\/\/4horserides.com\/carriage-rides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horse-drawn carriage ride at Wild West Ranch<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Experience the Harvest Celebration winemaker\u2019s dinner in Fenn Valley Winery.<\/li>\n<li>Sip local brews at an autumn craft beer tasting at <a href=\"https:\/\/saugatuckbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Brewing Company<\/a>, and while you\u2019re there, try the Buffalo Burger!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>DECEMBER <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Behold the magic of <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/7-reasons-to-stay-at-wickwood-for-the-holidays\/\">Wickwood\u2019s holiday d\u00e9cor<\/a>, with trees, sparkle, music, fireplaces and sweets (of course!) throughout the Inn.<\/li>\n<li>Spend a day sipping and shopping at the Dutch Christmas market, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.holland.org\/kerstmarkt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holland\u2019s Kerstmarkt<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Shop for Christmas at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/KindelCoSaugatuck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kindel &amp; Co.<\/a> \u2013 our local lifestyle mercantile company offering specially curated items for men, women, and the home. See their Pop-Up Christmas store, too!<\/li>\n<li>Get tickets and make it a new tradition to cheer on Scrooge at the classic Charles Dickens \u2018A Christmas Carol\u2019 on stage at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sc4a.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saugatuck Center For The Arts<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Open <a href=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/ya6jf6r4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wickwood\u2019s Craft Drinks Map<\/a> and have Wickwood arrange for a driver to take you on a custom Craft Drinks Trail Tour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>FIND MORE THINGS TO DO IN SAUGATUCK<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Whether you visit our beloved Saugatuck area, there\u2019s always something to do! To find out more (yes, there\u2019s really more!), you can visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/the-cooks-notes\/\">Wickwood Inn Blog<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sign up for our weekly newsletter<\/a>, or visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/things-to-do-in-saugatuck\/\">Things to Do in Saugatuck<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>So, are you hungry YET for a getaway to Saugatuck? <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.thinkreservations.com\/wickwoodinn\/reservations?_ga=2.154246655.639175109.1548126296-1734690271.1540930618\">Book today<\/a> or phone our innkeepers at Wickwood Inn at 269-857-1465 to make your reservation now!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u201cNo winter lasts forever, no spring skips its turn.\u201d ~ Hal Borland<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Things To Do In Saugatuck In Every Season Of Every Month Of The Year Tis the season for bucket lists \u2026 right? 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