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Chill Hill Christmas Market
2025-12-06 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Chill Hill Winery, 8986 First Street, Baroda, MI, 49101
Get into the holiday spirit at the Chill Hill Christmas Market! For one special day, our tasting room will transform into a festive marketplace featuring local vendors and unique holiday finds.

What To Expect:

A variety of local vendors offering painted tumblers, jewelry, pet supplies, and more

Seasonal Chill Hill favorites, including our cozy hot hard cider

A cheerful, festive atmosphere perfect for holiday shopping with friends and family

Support local makers and discover one-of-a-kind gifts while sipping your favorite wine or cider

Skip the big box stores and join us for a day of shopping small, sipping local, and celebrating the season at Chill Hill’s Christmas Market!

Admission: Free

Contact: Ashley Nitz
Tel: 269-326-7173
email

Sippin' Strings Saturdays with Kyle Hurd at Round Barn Winery & Estate
2025-12-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Round Barn Winery & Estate, 10983 Hills Road, Baroda, MI, 49101
Every other Saturday, the Round Barn comes alive with the sounds of local, solo artists during the Sippin’ Strings Saturdays Live Music Series. Spend the afternoon soaking in acoustic performances while enjoying the cozy ambiance and your favorite Round Barn beverages.

Four Hearts Sound Journey for the Season
2025-12-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
The holidays are a time to celebrate with friends and family, but don’t forget about your own health! Come and enjoy a Four Hearts Sound Journey for the Season that creates time for YOU to rest, relax and meditate on all the gifts you have in your life.

Experience the Four Hearts Sound Journey on Saturday, December 6, 4–6pm, at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St. in St. Joseph. Tickets are $44. Reserve your spot at ticketstripe.com/soundbath. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Four Hearts is comprised of local yoga teachers and sound practitioners Adrienne White, Luke Andresen, Anne Campbell and Robert Fowler. The quartet will use gongs (at least 20!), crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, drums, handpans, dulcimer, and bells to help participants enter a deep state of relaxation and meditation in the beautiful space of the Box Factory.

Participants can expect to be reclined on the floor; chairs are also available. For your comfort and relaxation, please bring a yoga mat, blankets, and/or pillows. Four Hearts Sound Journey is a heart-centered way to celebrate the holiday season with a friend or loved one — or treat yourself! Last year’s event sold out, so don’t wait to reserve your spot.
Admission: $44

2025 Santa House Series
2025-12-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-07 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-11 16:00 - 18:00 | St. Joseph Today Welcome Center, 301 State Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Santa’s House is moved from the North Pole each year to the corner of State & Pleasant Streets in downtown St. Joe! Santa will be available for wish list conversations and holiday photo ops weekends in December. Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture this magical visit!
Grab a postcard from the Welcome Center to write a letter to Santa. Santa’s House will still take its spot on the corner of State and Pleasant Streets to serve as a drop off for letters!
As we wait in anticipation, Mrs. Claus has offered to read some of her favorite books! St. Joseph Today will be releasing weekly videos for our Storytime with Mrs. Claus series!
Admission: Free

Contact: St. Joe Today
Tel: 2699851111
email

Eden Springs Park Holiday Train Rides
2025-12-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Eden Springs Park, 789 M-139, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
Bring family and friends to enjoy a wintery evening with a miniature train ride, festive Christmas lights and decorations at our historic park. (Some flashing lights.) Saturdays and Sundays Only from 5 to 8 p.m.

$5 per person, kids 3 & under are free. CASH ONLY

To preserve, restore, and operate the historic Eden Springs Park through education and entertainment of both children and adults. Saving a valuable national historic landmark, providing a family-friendly amusement and entertainment destination to be enjoyed by generations to come. We are a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Organization.
Admission: Special Event Pricing – $5 per person, age 3 & under free. CASH ONLY

Tel: 2699213788

Light Up The Bluff
2025-12-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Lake Bluff Park, 520 Lake Blvd, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF ST. JOSEPH:
Light up the Bluff will transform Lake Bluff Park into a winter wonderland. On Friday, December 5 at 6:00p, the St. Joseph High School Choir begins with Christmas carols followed by the tree lighting at 6:30p. The one million lights will remain on through Valentine’s Day in Michigan’s Most Romantic City. Starting December 6, attendees can enjoy the lights daily from 5:0a-8:30a and 5:30p-midnight!
Admission: Free

Ides Of March Christmas Show featuring Jim Peterik at The Acorn
2025-12-06 20:00 - 23:00 | The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128
The Ides of March Christmas show features the Ides’ distinctive original Christmas songs, mixed with traditional Carols that weave a warm Christmas/Holiday vibe – sometimes humorous, sometimes spiritual, but always entertaining and full of the Season’s cheer.

Also expect pure rock and roll, with a mix of Ides favorites and the top-ten hits Jim Peterik is famous for, including “Vehicle,” “Hold On Loosely” and “The Eye Of The Tiger.” Led by Jim (with his trademark purple hair), their energetic stage presence and unmistakable charisma draws you in, leaving you with a smile. Further, their humble and dignified presence off-stage has earned them a bonafide respect among promoters, producers and professionals from coast to coast.
Admission: $45-$80

Contact: Acorn Box Office Team
Tel: 2697563879

Brunch with Santa
2025-12-07 09:00 - 15:00 | The Inn At Harbor Shores, 800 Whitwam Drive, St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Brunch with Santa!

Sunday, December 7th | 9 AM – 3 PM

Join us for a magical holiday experience at Plank’s as we host Brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious à la carte brunch from our special menu and get into the festive spirit. Santa will be visiting from 10 AM to 1 PM, so kids (and the young at heart) can meet and take photos with him.

Limited availability for larger groups – make sure to secure your spot!

Reservations recommended: Call 269-408-9108 to book your table today.

Tel: 269.408.9108

Yoga with Mara Walsh
2025-12-07 11:00 - 11:45 | Solasta Winery, 11945 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI, 49125
Slow down and reset your Sunday morning with complimentary yoga at Solasta!
Led by Mara Walsh, this all-levels class is the perfect chance to stretch, breathe, and ease into your day before the weekend fun continues. Message us to RSVP and save your spot!

After class, treat yourself to a wine flight or a glass and check out our favorite seasonal bottles – perfect for holiday hosting or gifting.

2025 Holiday Artisan Market
2025-12-07 11:00 - 16:00 | St. Joseph Spring Artisan Market, 216 Court St, St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Join us for an indoor Holiday Artisan Market from 11:00a-4:00p at Union + Social!
Admission: Free

Contact: St. Joe Today

Solasta Setlist: Marco Villarreal
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Solasta Winery, 11945 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI, 49125
Unwind with an afternoon of live music by Marco Villarreal!
His captivating sound pairs perfectly with a glass of Solasta wine and a cozy winery atmosphere. Gather with friends, relax, and let the music set the tone for your Sunday.

Christmas Gnome Painting Class
2025-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | JLN Studio, 2642 W John Beers Rd, Stevensville, MI, 49127, United States
Get into the holiday spirit at JLN Studio with our festive Christmas Gnome Painting Class!

Paint your very own Christmas gnome on a 10×20 canvas—perfect for holiday décor or gifting to someone special. This class is designed for adults, families, and friends, ages 12+, and all skill levels are welcome!

All supplies included – just bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
Limited spots available – reserve early!

Cancellation Policy:
Class is nonrefundable unless cancelled by JLN Studio. If the class is cancelled, a full refund or class credit will be issued.
Admission: $43

Contact: Julie Nitz

94th Vesper Service - Monday Musical Club
2025-12-07 15:45 - 17:00 | Monday Musical Club, 2001 Niles Ave., St. Joseph, MI, 49085
Monday Musical presents its 94th Vesper Service, featuring their Women’s Chorus, Director Genette Gillard, and Collaborative Pianist, Marcelo Martin, Organ Brenton Offenback, Harp Heidi Sturniola and Piano Dr. Geena Kam. The audience participates in singing carols, ending with Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus.
The concert is free and open to the public. All collected donations go to the Twin City Good Fellows Fund.
Admission: Free and open to the public

Contact: Karla Hake

Harbor Country Singers Holiday Concert at The Acorn
2025-12-07 16:00 - 19:00 | The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128
Come celebrate the holiday season with the Harbor Country Singers! The free concert will include Christmas and Hanukkah music. In addition to the singers, it will feature area musicians, including a brass quintet and a piano, guitar, and bass trio.
Admission: $0-$30

Contact: Acorn Box Office Team

Mobile Pantry @ Michigan Works!
2025-12-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Michigan Works! Service Center, 499 W. Main Street, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
Time & Location
Last available date

Dec 08, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Michigan Works!, 499 W Main St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, USA

About the event

We are hosting a FREE food pantry from 4 pm until we run out of food!

We ask that you remain in your vehicles. No bags/boxes will be needed.

RSVP is not required to attend.

Mobile Food Pantries deliver a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and other food staples to people in need of emergency food at no cost.
Unless otherwise noted, all Mobile Pantries are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time. Please note that schedules may change.
You can also find this information—and many other food resources—in map form on our Resource Map. If you have questions about a specific Mobile Pantry, please contact the host agency. For more information about client rights while visiting an agency partner, see our Client Rights Statement here.
Many Mobile Food Pantry sites will allow you to pick up food as a proxy (stand-in) for another household that cannot physically attend. You will need to be prepared to provide the name, state of residency, and household size of any other family you are picking up for. Most Mobile Pantry sites have a limit on how many households you can pick up for and should tell you that limit if you ask.

Author Talk: Richard Taylor
2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Join the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library for an Author Talk with Richard Taylor!

Taylor is a retired attorney who recently moved to Saint Joseph.

He has previously self-published a children’s book for his granddaughters. Richard’s life has been blessed with spirited cats and dogs over the years. The name of the time-traveling cat is the name of his cat of eighteen years.
Admission: Free

Tel: 269-983-7167

It's Elementary: National Christmas Card Day!
2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
On the day that many people start mailing Christmas cards to friends and loved ones, come and make your own cards to give to others. It’s Elementary programming is for children in 1st-3rd grades.
Special thanks to our program sponsor: Linda Jeschke!
Admission: Free
Sponsor: Linda Jeschke- Thank You!

Children's Story Time at the Library
2025-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age kids! All are welcome at our storytime. It is a fun time for all ages. We read, laugh, dance, sing, rhyme and there is always a fabulous craft.
Storytime provides a foundation for building a lifelong love of books and reading.
Admission: Free

Mobile Pantry @ New Troy Community Center! (Canceled)
2025-12-10 16:00 - 17:00 | New Troy Community Center, 13372 California Rd, New Troy, MI
Mobile Food Pantries deliver a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and other food staples to people in need of emergency food at no cost.
Unless otherwise noted, all Mobile Pantries are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time. Please note that schedules may change.
You can also find this information—and many other food resources—in map form on our Resource Map. If you have questions about a specific Mobile Pantry, please contact the host agency. For more information about client rights while visiting an agency partner, see our Client Rights Statement here.
Many Mobile Food Pantry sites will allow you to pick up food as a proxy (stand-in) for another household that cannot physically attend. You will need to be prepared to provide the name, state of residency, and household size of any other family you are picking up for. Most Mobile Pantry sites have a limit on how many households you can pick up for and should tell you that limit if you ask.

Teens: DIY Gift Making!
2025-12-10 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Get into the holiday spirit while making small handmade gifts for family and friends– all materials provided!
Admission: Free

Out of the Box Open Mic Night
2025-12-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Come on out to hear the great talent we have here in Southwest Michigan. Open Mic is offered EVERY WEDNESDAY from 6:30 to 9 PM on the Box Factory stage, with the 2nd Wednesday given to local singer/songwriters performing original works. All performers—including musicians, singers, poets, writers, and storytellers—are welcome to participate with sound equipment provided.
Those wishing to perform at Open Mic should sign up in person. Audience members are asked to pay $5 at the door; no charge for children under 12. Performers will not be charged a fee.
NOTE: OPEN MIC WILL NOT TAKE PLACE ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS DUE TO HOLIDAYS: 11/27, 12/25 and 1/1

Admission: $5

Mixed-Up Hot Chocolate & Movie Night for Tweens!
2025-12-11 17:00 - 18:30 | St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Public Library, 500 Market Street, St Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Bring your favorite warm blanket and get ready to create your perfect cup of hot chocolate with all the best mix-ins, watch 2018’s “The Grinch,” plus enjoy some tasty snacks! It’s the perfect, warm way to spend a chilly evening with friends.
Admission: Free

Tel: 269-983-7167

Jingle Bingo at Round Barn Brewery & Public House
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Round Barn Brewery & Public House, 9151 1st St., Baroda, MI, 49101
Bingo with a holiday twist! Gather your friends and join us for Jingle Bingo, a merry night of games, prizes, and seasonal cheer.
Sip on Round Barn craft beers, cocktails, and festive holiday specials while dabbing your way to bingo. From holiday tunes to cheerful décor, the Public House is the perfect place to celebrate the season. Bring your holiday spirit, your lucky charm, and maybe even a festive sweater — it’s time to eat, drink, and B-I-N-G-O!

BINGO EXTRA: Free space on every new card to anyone who comes in an ugly sweater
While reservations are not required, they are highly encouraged. Call us to reserve your team’s spot today!

Grinch Gnome Painting at Chill Hill Winery
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | JLN Studio, 2642 W John Beers Rd, Stevensville, MI, 49127, United States
Join JLN Studio for a fun evening of creating a Grinch Gnome painting at Chill Hill Winery! No experience necessary.

Price includes all painting supplies and instruction: White pom pom for the hat and heart foam sticker.
Food and beverages can be purchased from Chill Hill Winery at menu price.
Cancellation policy: Class fee is non-refundable, unless class is cancelled by JLN Studio.

Admission: $35

Contact: Julie Nitz
Tel: 269-598-2464

Trivia Night @ Sister Lakes Brewing Company
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Sister Brewing Lakes Company, 92500 CR 690, Dowagiac, MI, 49047, United States
Join us for the weekly free Trivia Night.
Test your knowledge, impress your friends enjoy a cold craft beer!
Play with a group or on your own.
Admission: FREE

Holiday Open Mic Night featuring Skirt at The Acorn
2025-12-11 19:00 - 22:00 | The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI, 49128
Our annual Holiday Open Mic Night features the high-energy band Skirt and some of your favorites from throughout the year. This is NOT your grandma’s Christmas tree skirt!

Dust off your festive worst and get ready to shine! We’re hosting an ugly Christmas sweater contest at the show, so make sure to show off your tackiest holiday attire for a chance to win a special prize.
No Admission Fee, Donations Encouraged.

Performer Inquiries: Email openmic@acornlive.org

The high energy band Skirt from Michigan City is a genre-bending, mosh-inducing whirlwind of sound that has been honing their chops – busting out the funk – and mixing in the ska vibes to the delight of crowds across Michiana. With a horn section that doesn’t quit, the layers and textures of guitar, coupled with some deep funk rhythm – the music will get you out of your seat and on to the dance floor.
Admission: $0-$30

Contact: Acorn Box Office Team
Tel: 2697563879

Karaoke Night at The Livery
2025-12-11 19:00 - 23:00 | The Livery, 190 5th, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
🎤 BIG NEWS, LIVERY FRIENDS! 🎤
Your Thursday nights just got a whole lot more musical! We’re thrilled to announce that Karaoke Night is now EVERY THURSDAY at 7:00 PM!
Join our wonderful host, the beautiful and talented McKenzie Spohn, as she creates a magical atmosphere where every voice is celebrated! Whether you’re channeling your inner rock star for the first time or you’re a seasoned karaoke veteran, our supportive community will cheer you on.
Grab your friends, warm up those vocal cords, and let our craft brews help unleash your inner performer! There’s something incredibly special about the way music brings us together under our historic brick walls.
Every Thursday.
Every voice welcomed.
Every performance celebrated.
See you there, Livery family! Who’s brave enough to take the stage first? 🎵
Admission: Free!

Contact: The Livery
Tel: 2699258760

Chapin Mansion Tours
2025-12-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Niles History Center, 508 E. Main Street, Niles, MI, 49120, United States
The Historic Chapin Mansion is now open for the 2025 tour season! Tours are led by trained docents and offer a look inside this beloved Niles landmark.

2025 Tour Schedule: Fridays and Saturdays 1pm – 2pm through December. Tours begin at the Fort St. Joseph Museum.

About: The Historic Chapin Mansion was built in 1882 by Henry and Ruby Chapin. From 1933 – 2012, the building served as Niles City Hall. Today it is administered by the Niles History Center.

Check our website, www.nileshistorycenter.org, for information on open house events.
Admission: Admission: $5 for adults. Ages 18 and under are free.

Contact: Niles History Center
Tel: 269-845-4054
