Spending the July 4th holiday in West Michigan makes it a real celebration, as the area has six firework displays! If you're vacationing here, arrive early and catch all the fireworks beginning at dusk. There are a variety of activities over the 4th, including parades, art fairs, and more. Make the most of your holiday, right here in West Michigan.

Here's a rundown of the firework displays for 2012:

July 2nd--Hart
Get a jump on the firework festivities and enjoy the colorful display in downtown Hart at dusk.

July 3rd--Pentwater
The charming village of Pentwater is a great place to spend your July 4th weekend. The 11th Annual Pie Contest and Auction takes place to raise money for scholarships, and the fireworks begin at dusk at the Charles Mears State Park.

July 4th--Manistee
The Manistee Forest Festival will be going on all weekend (4-8), with great food, music, and parade. Fireworks begin at dusk over Lake Michigan.

July 4th--Ludington
Thousands flock to Ludington for the Freedom Festival. The Children's/Pet Parade is held July 3rd, and the Grand Parade begins down Ludington Avenue at 1pm on the 4th. The fireworks over Lake Michigan are truly spectacular, seen from numerous vantage points along the water. Follow this link for more information on the Freedom Festival.

July 4th--Silver Lake
The Silver Lake area has their fireworks display over the sand dunes. While vactioning here, enjoy rides on the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, visit the Little Point Sable Lighthouse, or take a hike or bike ride on the Hart-Montague Bike Trail.

July 7th--Hamlin Lake
Hamlin Lake will be holding their fireworks on the 7th, (rain date 8th) so if you're a bit north of Ludington or staying at the Ludington State Park, find a comfy spot and view the colorful display over Upper Hamlin Lake. One of the best places for viewing the Hamlin Lake fireworks is from Wilson Hill Park. Follow this link to Hamlin Lake fireworks details.