Macatawa Water Festival

Bring your family to celebrate and learn about Lake Macatawa at this free community festival in Kollen Park. With support from over 20 local partners and sponsors, the event offers hands-on activities for kids and adults alike. You'll find kayaking opportunities to explore the outdoors, along with interactive stations where families can assemble rain barrels, investigate native and invasive plants, conduct water quality experiments, and discover how water filtration works to protect against pollutants. This is a great way to connect with your community while deepening your family's understanding of our local watershed and the importance of preserving it. The festival benefits two important initiatives—Project Clarity and the Macatawa Watershed Project—so your participation directly supports water conservation efforts in our area. Everything is completely free to attend, making it an accessible outing for families of all backgrounds.