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May 2024 Events Calendar

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Featured May Events

(Scroll down to see more events in May.)

May 1-7, 2024

May 3rd-5th, 2024

Picture Perfect Photography Weekend Workshop
Presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography. Held at the Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast- 602 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.

Tuesday, May 7th, 2024
10am

Big Sable Point Lighthouse Opens for the Season
Big Sable Point Lighthouse- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

May 8-14, 2024

Stay tuned for information on events happening during this time! In the meantime, scroll down to see events that occurred in 2023.

May 15-21, 2024

Friday, May 17th-Sunday, May 19th, 2024

10-Minute Play Festival: Tales for the Stage
Submissions due by February 4th, 2024. For more info, visit ludingtonartscenter.org. Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.

Saturday, May 18th, 2024
9am

RunLudington Harbor Run 5k
Downtown Ludington.

Saturday, May 18th, 2024
9am

Ludington Petunia Parade Planting Day
Along Ludington Avenue and around Ludington Municipal Marina, Ludington.

Saturday, May 18th, 2024

Horse Shows
MCE Equestrian Speed Show; for more information, visit miha.org. Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington. 

Saturday, May 18th, 2024

Horse Shows
Mason County Saddle Club Show; for more information, visit masoncountysaddleclub.com. Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington. 

Saturday, May 18th, 2024
5pm

Blast Into Summer Party
Annual benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association presented by the Lakeshore Pyrate Heads. Admission is a cash donation or donation of a non-perishable food or hygiene item. Tropical or pyratical attire is encouraged. 50/50 raffle, live auction, and music by Two Dudes in Flip Flops.  Sportsmans/The Mitten Bar- 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.

Tuesday, May 21st, 2024
10am

Ludington Breakwater Light Opens for the Season
Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.

May 22-31, 2024

Friday, May 24th, 2024
6-8pm

Live in the Alley
Live music featuring Tim Krause. In the Alley behind Timbers Prime- 103 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.

Saturday, May 25th, 2024
10am-4pm

Parking Lot Craft & Vendor Sale
The 10 Spot- 5750 US 10, Ludington. For more information, call or text Kayleen at (231) 683-8058.

Saturday, May 25th-Sunday, May 26th, 2024
10am-4pm

West Shore Family Support Craft Fair
This show includes a variety of talented crafters & artists as well as food trucks. Rotary Park- Ludington Ave. & Lewis St., Ludington. For more information or for an application, visit supportwsfs.org.

Friday, May 31st, 2024
6-8pm

Live in the Alley
Live music featuring JD & the Bees Knees. In the Alley behind Timbers Prime- 103 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.

The following events are from 2023. Stay tuned for information on dates for these events in 2024!

 

Historic White Pine Village AND the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Open for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum– 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.

Souper Hero’s and Princesses Par-Tea
This event is a fundraiser for the Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program. Kids and their favorite adult are encouraged to dress up for this event which includes learning manners, a light luncheon of assorted soups or a lite dinner, and a photo opportunity! 11am-1pm is a session for children ages 3-9 and a separate session for friends 10 and over will be from from 3-5pm. Adult participation is required for both sessions. For the most updated information, visit facebook.com. Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.

COVE Birthday Bash- Mason County
This event is a benefit for Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters (COVE). Tickets are $30 and include appetizers. COVE staff will talk the history and current services provided by COVE.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a “birthday gift” for COVE in the form of pillows, full sized blankets, large kitchen utensils, silverware sets, laundry soap, toilet paper, mixing bowls, table lamps, new washing machines, or a monetary donation. For tickets or more information, click here. Scotty’s Restaurant- 5910 W. US-10, Ludington.

Riverton Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
$10 per person age 7 and up, free-will donation for those 6 and under. Breakfast includes all you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, apple sauce, fruit, coffee, juice, and maple syrup from Kistlercrest Farms. There will also be a silent auction, 50/50 raffles, and a bake sale. In addition, there will be a raffle to raise money for 4-year-old Ray Anderson, who has been diagnosed with leukemia. Riverton Township Hall- 2104 W. Hawley Rd., Ludington.

Archery Day
Those 8 years of age and older are invited to learn about the history of archery, proper techniques, and have the opportunity to shoot. Those under age 17 must have a parent or guardian with them. All supplies are provided and no registration is necessary. Ludington State Park– 8800 M-116, Ludington.

First Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
For reservations, call (800) 841-4243.

Play Tennis Midwest
Free interactive tennis activities, games and play for adults and children age 6 and up. Space is limited. Register at usta.com/playtennismidwest. For more information, contact Coach Brown at (517) 745-6113.

Ludington Memorial Day Observance
Service at 11:30am at Veterans Mall in Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Complimentary luncheon for all veterans at 1pm at American Legion Post 76- 318 N. James St., Ludington.

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