Explore Muskegon's Social Districts: Your Outdoor Beverage Adventure Awaits!
Muskegon County takes your fun outdoors with not one, but four Social Districts! Each offering a unique atmosphere to unwind and explore with a refreshing drink in hand!
What's a Social District?
A Social District is a designated area where you can buy an alcoholic drink from participating businesses and enjoy it outdoors. The drink is served in a special to-go cup, allowing you to explore the area while sipping your beverage.
Sip Responsibly with these Social District Guidelines:
- Grab & Go: Drinks must be purchased from participating businesses in a designated social district cup.
- Sip & Savor Outdoors: Enjoy your beverage responsibly within the social district boundaries.
- Leave No Trace: Dispose of empty cups in designated trash receptacles.
Ready to Explore? Here's Your Guide:
Downtown Muskegon
Enjoy shopping, dining, outdoor art installations, and open seating areas. Visit museums, view the USS LST 393, relax in a gazebo garden, and admire both new and historic architecture. In the evening, check out the illuminated splash pad.
Don't miss the social sandbox behind the Western Market Chalets. It offers hammocks, seating, and sand games like "sand bowling," providing a fun twist on classic lawn games.
Downtown Muskegon Participating Businesses Include:
- 794 Kitchen and Bar
- Capone’s Speakeasy
- Carlisles
- Courses (Culinary Institute of Michigan)
- Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque
- Legends Bar and Grille
- Muskegon Farmers Market
- Nipote’s Italian Kitchen
- No Name Saloon
- Rad Dad's Taco's and Tequila
- Rake Beer Project
- Socibowl
- Topshelf Pizza
- Unruly Brewing
- Walkers, An American Brasserie
The Downtown Muskegon Social District is open year-round, 7 days a week from 11 am – 11 pm.
Click to View Downtown Muskegon Social District Map
Lakeside Business District
While this is a smaller area to roam, visitors will find it filled with lovely, local, lake-side (hence the name) boutique shopping and casual dining. Those options ranges from pizza, grab-n-go deli style and locally sourced plates.
Bring your beverage to the Lakeside Pocket Park; a cozy little garden nestled next to Wonderland Distillery. It invites the passerby to rest among the colorful blooms and take in the view of Muskegon Lake. You may see the Lake Express Ferry sail by!
Lakeside Participating Businesses Include:
- Marine Tap Room
- Wonderland Distillery (Named #2 in the 2021 “Best New Craft Distillery” poll by USA Today!)
The Lakeside Social District is open year-round, 7 days a week from 11 am – 11 pm.
Click to View Lakeside Social District Map
Whitehall Social District
Breathtaking views and a small-town atmosphere define this district. Enjoy a drink by the firepit at The Commons, then explore shops, breweries, restaurants, and even a scenic bike trail. Catch a show at The Playhouse at White Lake for a memorable evening.
Whitehall Participating Businesses Include:
The City of Whitehall Social District is open year-round Sunday Noon - 10 pm. Monday – Wednesday 2 pm - 11 pm. Thursday – Saturday Noon - Midnight
Click to View White Lake Social District Map
Weathervane Lane
New! Weathervane Lane Social District (Montague): Named for the nearby World's Largest Working Weathervane, this hidden gem offers a charming al fresco dining experience by day and a vibrant social district by night. Take a stroll from here to enjoy live music at the Montague bandshell, browse unique shops (antique, book and vinyl lovers rejoice!), sample local brews – and of course snap a photo with the weathervane!
Weathervane Lane Participating Businesses Include:
The City of Montague Social District is open year-round Monday-Thursday 5-10 pm and Friday-Sunday 12-10 pm
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Muskegon County's Social Districts offer a taste of freedom and fun. Explore, sip responsibly, and create lasting memories!
