The Best of the 2026 Camping Season Is Still Ahead
There’s still plenty of camping fun ahead at Woodchip Campground! From our exciting Glow Weekend and Back to School Weekend to Labor Day and our popular Fall Harvest Weekends, the best of late-season camping is still to come.
Whether you’re planning one last summer getaway or looking forward to crisp fall weekends filled with family activities, there’s still time to make lasting memories. Reserve your campsite soon—many of our remaining weekends are among the most popular of the season.
Weekend Events & Themed Camping Fun in Byron Center, Michigan
Woodchip Campground continues the fun through the end of the camping season with themed weekends designed for campers of all ages. Located in Byron Center, just minutes from Grand Rapids, our remaining event schedule features Glow Weekend, Back to School Weekend, Labor Day celebrations, and seven exciting Fall Harvest Weekends.
From glow parties and family games to pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, hayrides, and other autumn traditions, every weekend offers a unique reason to visit before the season comes to a close.
The remaining weekends of the season fill quickly, so we recommend reserving your campsite early to secure your favorite dates.
AUG 20 - AUG 23
BACK TO SCHOOL WEEKEND
ONE LAST SUMMER ADVENTURE BEFORE THE SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS!
SEPT 10 - SEPT 13
PUMPKIN PATCH KICKOFF
LET’S START THE FALL HARVEST SEASON!
OCT 1 - OCT 4
AUTUMN LEAVES & PUMPKINS PLEASE!
COLORFUL & COZY FALL FUN!
OCT 22 - OCT 25
HARVEST NIGHTS & HALLOWEEN LIGHTS
COSTUMES, LIGHTS & MEMORIES!
AUG 27 - AUG 30
GLOW WEEKEND
GLOW MOVIE, GLOW RIDE, CRAFT TO-GLOW, GLOW FOAM PARTY, GLOW POOL PARTY & MORE!
SEPT 17 - SEPT 20
IT’S FALL Y’ALL
FALL FUN FOR EVERYONE!
OCT 8 - OCT 11
HAYRIDES, HOODIES & HOT CHOCOLATE
SNUGGLE UP & ENJOY!
SEPT 3 - SEPT 7
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
AN EXTENDED HOLIDAY WEEKEND PACKED WITH ACTIVITIES, FAMILY FUN & MORE CAMPING MEMORIES!
SEPT 24 - SEPT 27
HARVEST HOEDOWN
YEEHAW & GOOD TIMES!
OCT 15 - OCT 18
FLANNELS AT THE FIREPITS
FIRES, FRIENDS & FALL VIBES!
📚 Back to School Weekend
There’s still time for one last summer adventure before backpacks are packed and school routines return. Back to School Weekend is your family’s chance to enjoy one more camping getaway filled with fun, laughter, and quality time together.
The event flyer highlights all the exciting activities planned throughout the weekend, from family favorites and glow fun to games, treats, crafts, and more. Plus, you’ll enjoy all of Woodchip Campground’s amenities, including the swimming pool, Bounce Pillow, playground, and more.
One more weekend. One more adventure. One more summer memory before school begins.
✨ Glow Weekend
August 27 – August 30, 2026
As the sun goes down, Woodchip Campground comes alive with glowing lights, colorful activities, and unforgettable family fun. Glow Weekend is one of our most popular themed weekends, bringing campers together for an exciting late-summer celebration unlike any other weekend of the season.
The event flyer showcases all the glow-themed activities planned throughout the weekend, from Glow Ride and Glow Movie & Popcorn to Glow Pool Party, Glow Foam Party, crafts, and more. Plus, you’ll enjoy all of Woodchip Campground’s favorite amenities, including the swimming pool, Bounce Pillow, playground, and more.
Light up the night. Make unforgettable memories. Experience one of Woodchip Campground’s most exciting weekends of the year.
🇺🇸 Labor Day Weekend
September 3 – September 7, 2026
Celebrate the long holiday weekend with one final summer getaway at Woodchip Campground. Labor Day Weekend is filled with family activities, campground fun, and plenty of opportunities to relax, reconnect, and enjoy one last extended camping weekend before autumn arrives.
Whether you’re spending the day at the pool, joining in campground activities, or simply relaxing around the campfire, Labor Day Weekend is the perfect way to close out the summer camping season with family and friends.
The fun doesn’t end after Labor Day! Seven exciting Fall Harvest Weekends begin the following weekend, bringing even more reasons to return throughout September and October.
🍁 Seven Fall Harvest Weekends
As summer gives way to crisp autumn days, Woodchip Campground transforms into one of West Michigan’s favorite destinations for fall camping. Seven themed weekends bring together colorful scenery, family traditions, cozy campfires, and seasonal fun.
Each weekend features its own unique theme—from Pumpkin Patch Kickoff and Harvest Hoedown to Hayrides, Hoodies & Hot Chocolate and Harvest Nights & Halloween Lights—giving families plenty of reasons to visit throughout the season.
The event flyer highlights all seven themed weekends, making it easy to find your favorite—or plan to experience them all.
Create new family traditions, make unforgettable memories, and discover why Fall Harvest Weekends are some of the most anticipated weekends of the camping season.
Activities at Woodchip Campground
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodchip Campground Events
When do themed weekends begin?
The remaining themed weekends begin with Back to School Weekend on August 20, 2026, followed by Glow Weekend, Labor Day Weekend, and seven Fall Harvest Weekends continuing through October 25.
Are activities included with camping reservations?
Scheduled weekend activities are included with your camping reservation unless otherwise noted. Some specialty items, concessions, or optional activities may have an additional cost.
Do holiday and themed weekends book early?
Yes. Holiday weekends and popular themed weekends can fill quickly, so we recommend reserving your campsite as early as possible.
Where is Woodchip Campground located?
Woodchip Campground is located in Byron Center, Michigan, just minutes from Grand Rapids and convenient for families throughout West Michigan.