Welcome to Harbor Beach
Come for the abundant natural beauty, friendly atmosphere, wealth of year-round outdoor activities, rich history, and real home town friendliness.
Stay for the diverse economy, business opportunities, and high quality of life.
Build your business, or live and work in Harbor Beach– one of Michigan's most livable cities.
Tomato Festival and Salsa Tasting Labor Day Weekend
Enjoy the Labor Day Weekend in Downtown Harbor Beach as we celebrate the 3rd annual Harbor Beach Tomato Festival and Salsa Tasting.
There's something for everyone on Saturday and Sunday September 4th and 5th.
The kids can enjoy a variety of Tomato games including a Tomato Decorating contest, Tomato Rolling, Tomato Race, Coloring Fun, Tomato Toss, Tomato Balance and free drawings throughout the day. There will be concessions all day and Pony Rides and a Petting Zoo each day from 11am til 4pm.
The adults can check out a wide variety of Salsas from Super Hot to Mild as the local downtown merchants and organizations compete for honors as the best salsa creator. The Salsa tasting will be on Saturday from noon to 3pm. Pick up your ballot and button at the Visitor Center before you begin. Tickets are $2 per person (or $1 with your Harbor Beach Button).
Poorman's Promotions sponsors a Craft Show on the Murphy Museum grounds both days from 11am - 4pm.
Click here to download the Event flyer.
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City Celebrates Lighthouse Transfer
Reserve Saturday, July 31st.....The Harbor Beach Lighthouse FINALLY and officially belongs to the City of Harbor Beach. After a dedicated effort for twenty plus years, the federal government has deeded the lighthouse to the city. Come celebrate with a chicken bbq and picnic on the beach, live music, remarks from visiting dignitaries and maritime speakers in the theatre. The festivities begin at 11am under the tent and continue until 4pm. The maritime speakers include Dennis Hale, the sole survivor of the sinking of the Daniel J. Morell and Ric Mixter on Saving the Lighthouses. Saturday, July 31st will also mark the debut of the Harbor Beach Lighthouse tours. If you have never been, or even if you have, join us for the first public offering of tours of our lighthouse. It's an experience all Harbor Beach shouldn't miss...the breathtaking view and historic ambiance are unequaled in this area. Tour guides will enhance the experience with their knowledge...and don't forget to ask questions!
All About Harbor Beach Buttons
Love your hometown? Love Harbor Beach? Wish your hometown was Harbor Beach? Be a supporter and purchase the 2010 Harbor Beach Button…a great way to show you care! Funds generated by button sales are used to sponsor the annual Maritime celebration…even your $5 contribution makes a difference!
