things to do
Bundle up and gather round the fire pit as the sun sets over the harbor. Complimentary s’more kits and blankets are all there to complete your campfire experience. Every evening from 5-9pm on The Harbor Grand Terrace, weather permitting.
Wine & Beer in the MittenSaturdays at 4pm, Bentwood Tavern
Discover why Michigan is becoming a major player in American winemaking and craft beer in this fun and educational symposium featuring different Michigan breweries, wineries or regions each week. Complementary to guests of The Harbor Grand and Marina Grand Resort.
Saturday, March 6 and 27
Enjoy a gourmet meal at the winery accompanied by all six of Fenn Valley's 2010 new releases. Tickets are $70, reservations required. Please click on the link for menus and more information.
Saturday, March 13
A night of eclectic music and dance featuring Mucca Pazza Band with guests DJ Loudooben, The Squirm Orchestra, The Minor Seconds, and Radio Harbor Country's DJ Joe Puleo and DJ Snowboy. Admission is $20, cash bar.
A turn of the century corset factory turned live performance theater, the Acorn is a Harbor Country jewel. March performances feature a virtuoso jazz trio, a classic Celtic band, and an astounding "circus punk" marching band. The Acorn also opens its doors every Tuesday night for an open mic night brimming with local talent. For more information, please click on the link.
March at Vickers TheatreYet another turn of the century building lovingly restored into a beautiful and intimate film house and gallery. Jon and Jennifer Vickers offer a phenomenally well-curated selection of independent and foreign films. Please click on the link for showtimes.
Thursday Night Jazz at Fitzgerald's Restaurant & BarEnjoy the Tom Hilliker Trio every Thursday night at 7pm in this cozy pub.
Live Music Weekends at Stray Dog Bar & GrillThe party starts every Friday and Saturday at 11pm with local rock and blues acts.
Four Winds CasinoGaming 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 ToursMaps are available at the Front Desk for an easy self-guided tour to our 11 area vineyards and wineries.
Fruitful Vine Wine ToursExplore 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.
Cross Country Skiing at Love Creek County ParkLove Creek is a full-service ski park with five miles of open trails and challenging wooded slopes. Rentals, instruction and lighted night skiing are also available. Please click the link for additional information.
Cross Country Skiing at Warren Dunes State ParkIf you've got your own skis, Warren Dunes offers six miles of groomed trails minutes from the hotel.
Extreme SleddingFamous for its 260-foot dune overlooking Lake Michigan, sledding at Warren Dunes State Park is not for sissies, but it is huge fun for thrill-seekers.
HikingHarbor Country's fantastic hiking trails offer a reason to bundle up and enjoy the season. Explore Warren Woods, Chikaming Township Park & Preserve, and Warren Dunes State Park. And, for the really adventurous, the ice shelf on our own New Buffalo Beach is a must-see.
Horse-Drawn Carriage and Sleigh RidesPrivate horse-drawn carriage or sleigh rides may be chartered by contacting Country Lane Carriages. Please click on the link for more information.
Shopping and Gallery ToursHarbor 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!
bike rentals
Harbor Country Chartersboat charters
Outpost Sportsbike and cayak rentals and lessons
Third Coast Surf Shopsurf and skim board rentals and lessons
Warren Dunes State Parklive music and performance
Dunes Summer Theatreclassic community productions in a historic beachfront theater
The Stray Doglive music weekends
Three Oaks Music in the Park Serieslive music outdoors every summer weekend
Vickers Theatreindependent films in a beautifully restored theatre and gallery
lunch and dinner
Blue Plate Cafébreakfast and lunch
269.469.2870
dinner
269.469.6779
dinner
269.469.6300
lunch and dinner
269.469.5800
lunch and dinner
Froehlich’sbreakfast and lunch
Kite’s Kitchenbreakfast and lunch
269.469.1800
breakfast and lunch
269.469.9037
breakfast and lunch
Michigan Thyme Cafébreakfast and lunch
Pierre Anne Creperielunch/brunch
Redamak’slunch and dinner
Soe Cafélunch and dinner
The Terrace Room Wine Bar & LoungeTimothy’s Restaurantdinner
jewelry
269.469.0447
women's fashion, art and gifts
Charm Cottageantiques
269.469.4100
home furnishings and pottery
French Twistdesigner fashions
269.756.3970
269.469.0977
Hearthwoods Cottage Designhome furnishings
Ipso Factoantique, vintage and unique furnishings and objects
269.756.3404
antique mall
269.469.7717
home furnishings and European fabrics
269.586.2244
premium outlets
Lovell & Whytehome furnishings
269.469.5900
antiques and vintage finds
269.469.6272
unique and one-of-a kind women’s fashion and jewelry
269.612.7253
home furnishings
269.469.1234
602.300.4316
Springdalevintage Heywood-Wakefield furnishings
Whittaker Housemen’s and women’s apparel
269.426.3003
Gallery HJudith Racht Gallery269.469.1080
Roger Harvey GalleryStudio B Gallery269.756.3522
219.872.3441
I Love Toy Trains StoreWashington Park Zoo







