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Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in Ludington have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Ludington Lumber Days
This exciting, lively event will offer a vibrant shift from the traditional Ludington Octoberfest in downtown, aiming to become a standout attraction of the fall season! Visit downtownludington.org for the latest info.
Final Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
Call (800) 841-4243 for reservations.
Splendor of Fall Photography Workshop
Workshop presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography. Cartier Mansion Bed & Breakfast- 409 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington
Historic White Pine Village Closes for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Big Sable Point Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Big Sable Point Lighthouse- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Annual Walk to End Alzheimers
Registration begins at 9am with the opening ceremony at 10am and walk to follow. Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington. For more information or to register a team, visit act.alz.org.
Horse Shows
Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Diapers & Donuts
Families are invited by West Shore Family Support to receive free diapers and donuts at their office- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington. Free car seat checks will also be offered. Sponsored by the Erin Doan Agency.
Dancing With the Local Stars
This event benefits the Ludington Area School District’s Oriole Foundation and the school’s band and choir programs. Local “Stars” will take the dance floor to compete. The public is invited to Lincoln Hills Golf Club (1527 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington). The Pennies from Heaven Foundation has graciously committed a $50,000 match for funds raised. Tickets are $75 each and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, dancing and entertainment (cash bar available).
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
Picture Perfect Photography Workshop Weekend
Presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography and held at the Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast- 602 E. Ludington, Ave., Ludington.
Run for Your Lives 5k
This race begins and ends at Ludington’s Legacy Plaza. Runners are encouraged to dress in costume.
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!
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
The very popular Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament sponsored by Captain Chuck’s takes place each July in Ludington.
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 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.
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.
Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.
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!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
One of the most popular state parks in the Midwest offers a vacation within itself. Enjoy beautiful natural resources and endless activities.
Ludington visitors flock to the area to view our two majestic lighthouses, the North Breakwater Light and Big Sable Point Lighthouse.
It rises and sets every single day, and nothing is more breathtaking than our spectacular sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Where’s the best place to watch the S.S. Badger arrive or depart Ludington? Here are great locations for viewing the Lake Michigan Carferry.
The Music Heritage Trail will take you from Idlewild to Baldwin and from Scottville to Ludington as it explores the historic music scene!
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