December Events in Ludington – Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
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Ludington New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Live music, beer tent, lighted ball drop at midnight with fireworks to follow. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Rotary Club of Ludington Holiday Auction
Tickets are $50 per person and include heavy hors d’oeurves, cash bar, and the opportunity to bid on dozens of items donated by local businesses. Items will also be available to bid on online from November 28th-December 4th. Purchase tickets or bid online at bidpal.net. The event will be held at the Lincoln Hills Golf Club- 1527 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Proceeds benefit the Rotary Club’s STRIVE Program and college scholarships.
COVE Holiday Party
Holiday Party Fundraiser for Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. For more info, visit facebook.com.
Visit Santa
Visits and photos with Santa at Ludington Bay Brewing Company- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
Cartier Mansion/Ludington House Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour
Carson the Butler will welcome visitors. Tours will be given of both Cartier Mansion (409 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington) and The Ludington House Bed and Breakfast. Tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased the day of the event at Cartier Mansion. All proceeds will benefit Mason County Mutts.
Ladies Night
Explore participating retailers for the ideal holiday gifts, complete with special promotions, gift wrapping, and more. Create a wish list at your favorite stores and join the Passport Program—visit all participating businesses for a chance to win an amazing gift basket filled with downtown treasures. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Pup Photos with Santa
Bring pups for pictures with Santa. Donations will be taken for the local humane society during the event. A $5 minimum donation is suggested. All photos will be posted on Facebook for a photo contest. The winner will receive a $25 Wags To Wiskers gift card. Wags to Wiskers- 4815 W. US-10, Ludington.
Festive Fun Family Day
Kids can visit with Santa. Ludington Meat Company- 3815 W. US-10, Ludington.
Cookie Walk
Stroll the downtown Ludington district, sampling delicious cookies. Tickets are $20 per person and only 100 are available. Ticket price includes over two dozen cookies and a cookie box. For more information or tickets, visit downtownludington.org.
Visit Santa
The Mitten Bar: A Michigan Ideology/Hoyt’s Next Door Lounge/Sportsman’s Restaurant and Bar- 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Visit Santa
House of Flavors Restaurant- 402 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Visit Santa
Ludington Hobbies- 210 S. James St., Ludington.
Grinch Day
Visit with the Grinch and get a photo with him at Krave- 103 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Christmas Party
This FREE event is sponsored by FloraCraft & Sandcastles Children’s Museum. It includes a FloraCraft Christmas craft project, a visit by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause from 1-3pm, Cookie Decorating from 12-1pm or while supplies last, live music by Eric Englade, a free bike raffle, and free access to the museum exhibits.
Home for the Holidays Concert
Free showcase of numerous locally known performers. Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Great Start Book Walk
Held in conjunction with the Festival of Trees, families will receive a free copy of the book “Christmas Humbugs” (first come, first serve). Stix- 1963 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Men’s Night
Use the wish lists created on Ladies Night to find gifts that are sure to impress. Take advantage of exclusive in-store specials, gift wrapping services, and the chance to shop local, all while enjoying your favorite drinks as you explore the Ludington Outdoor Social District. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Cookie Decorating
John’s Place After School Program invites kids to come decorate and eat cookies while enjoying holiday music. St. John’s Place- 209 N. Rowe St., Ludington.
Visit with Santa
Ponderosa- 4687 US-10, Ludington.
Santa Arrives
Gifts, cookies, goody bags, and visits with Santa at Safe Harbor Credit Union- 5511 W. US-10, Ludington.
Create Letters to Santa
Regular admission applies. Sandcastles Children’s Museum– 129 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Gift Wrapping Expo
Bring in your gifts to be wrapped while you wait, donations are appreciated and will benefit the Oriole Giving Tree. Every person who donates will receive a discounted (up to 20% off) stay at the Comfort Inn. Max of 20 gifts per household. Comfort Inn- 5323 W. US-10, Ludington.
Christmas Cookies & Santa
Hosted by Britter’s Twisted Whisk and Megan Gunia of Five Star Real Estate, this holiday celebration includes cookie decorating and free pictures with Santa. The Pier- 222 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Visit Santa
Family Fare- 5539 W. US-10, Ludington.
Visit Santa
Rosaleen Activewear/House & Harbor Mercantile- 102 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Ludington Area Festival of Lights
Drive-thru lights display at the West Michigan Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington. Cost is $10/vehicle and proceeds go to local non-profits. For more information, visit checkoutthelights.com.
Santa Arrives
Gifts, cookies, goody bags, and visits with Santa at Safe Harbor Credit Union- 5511 W. US-10, Ludington.
New Year’s Eve Balloon Drop
Fun activities and refreshments for the whole family with a balloon drop to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Tickets are $60/immediate family or $15/person and can be purchased by calling (231) 233-9326. Sandcastles Children’s Museum– 129 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Family New Year’s Eve Party
Free party includes games, crafts, and snacks. Ludington Library– 217 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
The Ludington Area Jaycees annual Freedom Festival is one of the few great July 4th festivals still in existence in Michigan.
Summer is Ludington’s favorite season, so if you’re considering a vacation in the area, we’ve got the festivals to keep you entertained!
Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.
The very popular Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament sponsored by Captain Chuck’s takes place each July in Ludington.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
Ludington hosts two of the most popular arts & crafts fairs in West Michigan in the summer at Rotary Park (formerly City Park).
The annual West Shore Art Fair is managed by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts and is held each July at Rotary Park.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.
The Hamlin Lake Preservation Society presents fireworks over the lake around each July 4th. The show is shot from Camp Douglas.
After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
West Shore Bank hosts the Rhythm & Dunes Summer Concert Series each summer at the Waterfront Park Pavilion in downtown Ludington.
It’s springtime… the ground begins to thaw, the sun shows its face more often, and Ludington goes from white to vivid colors.
The summer sun brings the season for beach days! Ludington boasts miles of white sand beach, just waiting for you to enjoy!
Autumn presents a wonderful time for slowing down and enjoying a scenic color tour along the country roads of Ludington.
Enjoy winter activities like skiing, snowshoeing, etc. and take in all the beautiful scenery of a Ludington winter!
The three accessible walkways installed at Stearns Park Beach in Ludington allow everyone to make their way to the water and sand.
It rises and sets every single day, and nothing is more breathtaking than our spectacular sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Arrive in Ludington by boat and dock at one of three marinas: Ludington Municipal Marina, Harbor View Marina, & Pere Pointe Village Marina.
West Michigan weather – they say if you don’t like the weather in Ludington, wait a few minutes and it will change.
A children’s flotilla that’s a miniature replica of the historic S.S. Badger carferry. Children get to ride in one of many “cars”.
Just blocks from the beach is the heart of downtown Ludington, where you can shop, dine, and enjoy summertime events.
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