New Year's Eve
December 31
Join One of the Biggest NYE Celebrations This Side of Lake Michigan!
South Haven’s New Year’s Eve takes over downtown with street closures for a full-on block party! Food trucks line Phoenix Street, shops and restaurants stay open late, and auxiliary activities are taking place across town! The night ramps up at the outdoor Mainstage with a thumping dance party and countdown to our signature drop of 1,000 beach balls synced with a spectacular fireworks display! Keep scrolling to browse the full lineup of activities.
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Schedule of Events
11AM-11:30 PM
New Year’s Eve at Rocket Arcade
11AM - Midnight
Light Bites & Local Pours at Haven Market
12-10 PM
“Skate With Sturgis” at South Haven Ice Rink
FREE skate for first 100 individuals who mention “Skate With Sturgis” at Rental Window.
12PM - Midnight
South Haven Social District: Special NYE Extension
1-3 PM
Find a Fish Tale Scavenger Hunt with The Michigan Maritime Museum in Dyckan Park
2-4 PM
Drop-In Cocktail Classes at New Holland Tasting Room
4-8 PM
Ring In Responsibly: Designated Driver Appreciation
Designated drivers receive complementary non-alcoholic drink tickets. Pickup at New Holland Tasting Room.
4-5 PM
Magic Show with the Motley Misfits on the NYE Mainstage
4-Midnight
Food Truck Lane on Phoenix Street
• Blackhawk BBQ
• Sweet Escape ~ Desserts
• Cousin's Maine Lobster
5-11:45 PM
Photo Opp & Hot Chocolate Bar at The Michigan Theatre
5-10 PM
Karaoke at Lakeside Social
5-8 PM
NYE Celebration at The River Bottom with Diane Van Deurzen & Lisa Otey | RSVP
5:30 PM & 7:45 PM
NYE Dinner at The Chalkboard Kitchen | RSVP
6-7 PM
Aerialist Performance by the Motley Misfits on the NYE Mainstage
6-8 PM
Family New Year’s Eve Party at South Haven Center for the Arts | RSVP
7-9 PM
S’more-gasbord Station outside of Harbor Light Brewery
7-10 PM
Live Music at New Holland Tasting Room: Kimberly Kay
7-11 PM
NYE Celebration at Harbor Light Brewery feat. Brian McClure’s Celtics & Classics!
7:30-9:30 PM
Pre-Ball Drop Party at Lakeside Social
8 PM - Midnight
Strike a Pose with Big Blue Rentals 360 Photo Booths
2 Locations: "Welcome to South Haven Crosswalk" and outside The Shoe Collective.
8-9 PM
Strolling Fire & LED Performances
9 PM - Midnight
NYE Dance & Countdown Party with DJ Guy Voss
9 PM - Midnight
NYE at Black River Tavern with The Cheap Dates!
9 PM - Midnight
NYE at The American Legion with The Undertakers Blues Band
Midnight:
NYE Fireworks & Beach Ball Drop
NYE Trolley Shuttle Stops: 6PM-1AM
Visit South Haven has partnered with Van Buren Transit to provide a free and convenient shuttle to get around town.
No reservations required, just hop the trolley! Stops include:
Dyckman Park
Central to Downtown Festivities
American Legion
For live music and prime fireworks viewing!
Three Blondes Brewing
Open until 8PM
The Lodge
Open until 10PM
