421 Columbus Ave.

Grand Haven, MI 49417

third coast author and book festival

Third Coast Author and Book Festival

March 22nd 11am – 4pm & 7pm – 10pm
Welcome to the biggest author and book festival on Lake Michigan hosted by The Book Cellar and The Downtown Grand Haven Business District! The 3rd Coast Author & Book Festival is coming to Grand Haven on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Meet over 100 national and local authors, explore Downtown and Centertown Grand Haven, get books signed, and discover your next great read. The festival runs 11 AM–4 PM and is free to attend! | For the ultimate literary experience, book lovers can end the festival with an exclusive VIP evening featuring some of the event’s biggest authors, including Abigail Owen, Erin A. Craig, Rachel Howzell Hall, Kiyash Monsef, Nick Courage, Melanie Hooyenga, Lindsay Clement, Kelly O’Hert, Megan Davidhizer, Hannah Whitten, and more. Attendees can mingle with bestselling authors, enjoy a charcuterie buffet, and participate in a silent auction benefiting Bluebird Cancer Retreats. | VIP Evening Event: 7–10 PM at Central Park Place | $50 per ticket. We hope you join us for a celebration of books and community.

Grand Haven City Beach

Grand Haven City Beach is a sandy, swimming beach on the shores of Lake Michigan nestled between Noto’s at the Bil-Mar Restaurant and Grand Haven State Park. With views of the Grand Haven South Pierhead Outer Lighthouse, City Beach is a beautiful outdoor venue to host your ceremony.

Indoor

The Mackinaw Ballroom offers a blank palette for creating the wedding of your dreams. The enclosed outdoor patio provides a wonderful and food truck-friendly gathering space with spectacular views of the park and fountain.

Central Park

Located across the street from Central Park Place, Central Park features beautiful greenery, flowers, and a large fountain to create the perfect backdrop for any ceremony.  

Grand Haven City Beach

Grand Haven City Beach is a sandy, swimming beach on the shores of Lake Michigan nestled between Noto’s at the Bil-Mar Restaurant and Grand Haven State Park. With views of the Grand Haven South Pierhead Outer Lighthouse, City Beach is a beautiful outdoor venue to host your ceremony.