Art Coast® After Dark
While Saugatuck/Douglas is better known for our stunning beaches, eclectic art galleries, and captivating daytime adventures, the fun doesn’t end when the sun dips below the dunes. Night owls will find there’s still plenty of late-night activities to keep them well entertained. From cabaret shows and live music to stand-up comedy and karaoke, this small-but-mighty destination knows how to keep the good times rolling well after dark.
Here’s where to go when the stars are out and you’re not quite ready to call it a night:
You can find a little bit of everything at the Coral Gables complex, a legendary local landmark that spans two and a half blocks of prime waterfront in downtown Saugatuck. With multiple venues under one roof—including the Corner Bar & Grill, the Comedy Club, and The Annex piano bar—this entertainment hub delivers something for everyone. Warm up your vocal cords for karaoke every Friday and Saturday night, catch a stand-up set on Saturday evenings, or unwind with live music and sing-alongs at the piano bar. They even teach line dancing on Friday and Saturday nights at their Cowboys Country Bar. The vibe is casual, the crowd is welcoming, and the waterfront views are tough to beat. Best of all? Coral Gables keeps the party going until 2 AM every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
The Dunes is where the Art Coast really turns up the volume. As the Midwest’s largest LGBTQ+ resort, this hot spot has been throwing open its doors (and dance floors) to a diverse, fun-loving crowd for decades—and everyone is welcome. Dance all night to top DJs at The Club, catch an electrifying drag, cabaret, or comedy act at The Show Bar, sing karaoke, or grab a drink at The Main Bar and soak up the high-energy scene. Want to keep it a little more low-key? Head to The Vinyl Lounge for the pool tables and lively conversation. Open until 2 AM on weekends, The Dunes Resort delivers a nightlife experience like nowhere else.
If you love your nightlife with a little grit and a lot of charm, the Sand Bar Saloon is a must. This beloved dive bar has been pouring great drinks and good vibes for over 30 years, earning its place as a local institution and its reputation as the “friendliest bar in Saugatuck.” With live music, plenty of smiles, and a no-frills atmosphere that keeps it real, this local watering hole is the perfect place to kick back and stay late. Open until 2 AM every night (yes, even Sunday), it’s the kind of place where strangers become friends and the playlist always hits just right.
Another beloved Saugatuck institution, Wally’s Bar & Grill, keeps the night rolling with live music all weekend and plenty of laid-back vibes. Come for the performances and cold drinks, stay for the easygoing crowd and unexpectedly great food. It’s open nightly until 2 AM—except Wednesdays—so you can count on it as your go-to for late-night fun.
