Life in Harbor Village
Hop aboard your boat and head up the Manistee River where you can enjoy the amenities of Manistee’s River Street and stroll down the Riverwalk, or head down the channel into beautiful Lake Michigan for world-class fishing or to catch a stunning sunset. Walk to the sandy beaches, enjoy the great shops of Victorian Port City, peruse art galleries and historical sites, enjoy ice cream parlors and restaurants.
Harbor Village also offers many great onsite amenities: an indoor pool and spa, seasonal outdoor pool, fitness room, playground, and deep-water marina. With so many options, it isn’t hard to imagine enjoying the Harbor Village lifestyle.
Experience Life in Manistee
Manistee North Pier Lighthouse
Perhaps the city’s most iconic structure, the Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse was constructed off of a 1,300-foot concrete pier on Fifth Avenue Beach in 1927 and has one of the four remaining catwalks on Lake Michigan. Spend a day at the beach relaxing with family and friends, soak up the sun, and don’t miss out on an epic Lake Michigan sunset.
Old Christmas Weekend
Step back in time each year on the first weekend in December as Manistee celebrates the holidays with a most unique holiday celebration. An entire weekend of excitement including the Victorian Sleighbell Parade with horse drawn entries, bagpipers, reindeer, meet and greet and carolers elegantly dressed in Victorian style attire. The Old Christmas Weekend is filled with lovely events creating a magical experience of the holidays in our historic Downtown.
Historic Trolley Tours
The vehicular version of the traditional street car (also known as a trolley) is in operation throughout Manistee touring various historic attractions. These beautifully restored Trolleys are a sought-out attraction by many visitors and residents looking to visit, learn about and explore prized historic treasurers.
Top Spots in the City
This downtown eatery offers new American dining in a relaxed lakeshore atmosphere. Featuring an extensive wine list, craft beer and artisan cocktails, hand-cut steaks, farm-to-table and artisan fare, and a large selection of Great Lakes fish artfully prepared by our team of chefs.
Bluefish Kitchen + BarJoin us in Downtown Manistee for great food, including wood-fired pizza, locally sourced ingredients and an exciting selection of Michigan Beers, Wine, & Craft Cocktails with Michigan Spirits. We often feature live music.
The FillmoreFounded in 2015, the Iron Works Café is owned and operated by the non-profit known as the Manistee Community Kitchen. The café serves the community by offering healthy food, cooking instruction, and healthy catering. The community Kitchen serves many purposes in the community regarding community gardens, and food rescue services.
The Iron Works CaféNorth Channel Brewing is located in the historic North Channel Building on Washington Avenue in Downtown Manistee. Situated right next to the Manistee River and the drawbridge, it’s the perfect setting to enjoy one of our many craft beers and great food while enjoying a view of Downtown Manistee, the bridge, and the occasional freighter passing through.
North Channel Brewing CompanyBluefish
The Fillmore
Ironworks Cafe
North Channel Brewing Company
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