South Haven Fireworks at Lake Michigan, 4th of July Parade, Juried Art Fair 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND in Southwest Michigan - Light Up The Lake Fireworks Schedule
South Haven Fireworks Over Lake Michigan, Parade, Art Fair, 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND | Light Up The Lake Fireworks and Event Schedule
By: Sherry Trautman | Travel-Mi.com | Last updated: June 12, 2026
Happy 4th of July, everyone! There's so many fun things to do in South Haven this Independence Day Weekend! Make the most of your summer and this holiday weekend by seeing South Haven Fireworks at Lake Michigan, music events, parade, and South Haven Art Fair!
The South Haven Fireworks in Southwest Michigan Are Awesome!
July 3, 2026 - 4th Of July Weekend In South Haven - Light Up the Lake Fireworks
Light Up The Lake Fireworks, Dusk
Best viewing will be from Riverfront Park, North & South Beaches.
Fireworks are released off North Pier. Awesome fireworks over Lake Michigan!
Bring your beach towel and take a seat in the sand to enjoy South Haven fireworks over Lake Michigan!
- Tune into 103.7 COSY FM for music that plays along with the fireworks! We always tune in for a more enhanced South Haven Fireworks experience!
City of South Haven information regarding Dyckman Bridge road and water traffic: The last bridge opening prior to the firework is 9:30 pm. The bridge will remain down for pedestrian and vehicle traffic for approximately half an hour after completion of the show. At 11:15pm, the bridge will be raised to allow boat traffic to pass.
The bridge will remain up position for about an hour until all boat traffic has passed under the bridge. Therefore, vehicle and pedestrian traffic will not be able to cross the bridge until boat traffic has cleared.
More information and parking ordnances/info
July 4, 2026 | 4th Of July Weekend In South Haven PARADE!
4th Of July Parade
Time: 11 am. - 12:30 pm
The parade starts at South Haven High School on Elkenburg Street. It then proceeds west on Elkenburg, turns north of Kalamazoo Street, continues to Phoenix Street where the parade then turns east on Phoenix through downtown. It then turns south on Broadway Avenue. It then turns west on Huron Street and then south on Center Street and proceeds back to the high school parking lot.
What a great 4th of July celebration! Did you know the parade has been a tradition in South Haven tradition for over 150 years!
July 4-5, 2026 | 🎨 Plan to Attend the South Haven Art Fair!
South Haven Art Fair, July 4 and July 5, 2026
Hours of the art fair:
- Saturday, July 4, 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday, July 5, 10 am - 4 pm
Where: Stanley Johnston Park, 202 Dyckman Avenue
Experience one of Michigan's most scenic art fairs! Stroll beneath the shady trees of Stanley Johnston Park as more than 100 juried artists showcase original artwork just steps from Lake Michigan's North Beach. Free admission makes this Fourth of July weekend tradition even more enjoyable.
👉 Explore Our South Haven Art Fair Guide
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