May Events Calendar – Visit Ludington Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
(Scroll down to see more events in May.)
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year 'round.
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).
Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
“Fish on For Freedom” is a non-profit event that provides a free day of fishing to military veterans on Lake Michigan.
Mom 2 Mom Sale
Sale of gently used baby and kids’ items, spring and summer clothing, toys, books, and more. $2 entry fee (under age 12 free). Cornerstone Baptist Church- 121 Nelson Rd., Ludington. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Opens for the Season
217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Big Sable Point Lighthouse Opens for the Season
Ludington.
Corewell Health Ludington Mother’s Day Flower Sale
Flowers for the sale are being provided by Weesies with proceeds supporting the Crane Haven Cancer Wellness Center. The sale will take place outside the Medical Office Building lobby at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital- 1 N. Atkinson Drive.
Historic White Pine Village Opens for the Season
1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
First Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
For reservations, call (800) 841-4243.
Picture Perfect Weekend Photography Workshop
Workshop presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography – 114 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Ludington Petunia Parade Planting Day
Along Ludington Avenue and around Ludington Municipal Marina, Ludington.
Blast Into Summer Party
Annual benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association presented by the Lakeshore Pyrate Heads. 50/50 raffle, live auction, and live music. Sportsmans/The Mitten Bar- 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington. Visit facebook.com for more info.
Pere Marquette XC 5k
An off-road/cross country style running event which is part of the Run Ludington race series.
Ludington North Breakwater Light Opens for the Season
Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
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 an application, click here.
Ludington Memorial Day Observance
Ceremony at 11am at the Veterans Mall in Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Complimentary luncheon for all veterans at 12pm at American Legion Post 76- 318 N. James St., Ludington. For more info, contact Michelle at (231) 690-5845.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Waves & Wheels Safety Day AND Book Ride & Bike Rodeo
This free event includes various stations that will teach biking and swimming safety. There will also be bike and bike helmet checks, skills course, water safety with the DNR and Coast Guard, free hot dogs, giveaways, and more. Families are also invited to a bike rodeo and then to walk or bike ride the trail while enjoying a story. Free books on a first come, first serve basis. Loomis Street Boat Launch- 998 W. Loomis St., Ludington.
Mason & Oceana Railroad Bus Tour
Participants will travel scenic routes along the historic Mason & Oceana Railroad while enjoying beautiful landscapes and engaging local history along the way. Throughout the tour, local actors portraying real historical figures from the era — under the writing and direction of Stage Left Theatre Company’s Terra McIntosh — will bring the railroad’s story to life. The tour concludes with a catered dinner at Historic White Pine Village-1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington . Tickets are $81.88 each and may be purchased at eventbrite.com.
Ludington’s Gus Macker Basketball Tournament’s location is premium. Hoops are placed in Stearns Park, with Lake Michigan just steps away.
The State of Michigan offers its residents and outstate visitors “free” weekends to fish, ORV, or snowmobile each year.
Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
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 hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
Each summer, the Ludington Lakestride offers three races: a 5k through Cartier Park, a 10k to Decker Road and back, and a half marathon.
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs… including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.
Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.
Celebrate all things Ludington at Love Ludington Weekend including a street party, art walk, boat blessing, car show, and more!
There are activities going on in the Ludington area to keep everyone happy all year long. Longstanding events make Ludington special.
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
The Lumber Heritage Trail, highlighting Mason County’s rich lumbering history, is one of four that comprise the Mason County Cultural Trails.
The Ludington Pumped Storage Plant and Lakewinds Energy Park are generating electricity for Ludington and West Michigan!
Lakewinds Energy Park is generating electricity for Ludington and West Michigan! Take a country drive and see the wind turbines in action.
The Music Heritage Trail will take you from Idlewild to Baldwin and from Scottville to Ludington as it explores the historic music scene!
Step back in the past and learn about Ludington’s rich maritime history at the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum.
Ludington has many beautiful beaches and parks to explore. Enjoy a day on the shores of Lake Michigan or take in the scenery at a local park.
