Arts & Crafts Classes in Ludington
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
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Gold Coast Artisan Fair
August 8th-9th, 2026
The popular Gold Coast Artisan Fair, sponsored by the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce, is usually held the second weekend of August at Ludington’s Rotary Park.
The Gold Coast Artisan Fair happens each August and is open Saturday from 10am-5pm, and Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Located at Ludington’s Rotary Park (formerly City Park), over 170 vendors from across the state and beyond sell a variety of wonderful handmade items, jewelry, photographs, paintings, and more. Shop for gift items, or pick up something unique for your home. There’s something for everyone, including good things to eat!
Categories for vendors booths generally include:
Woodwork
Metals
Jewelry
Clothing
Paintings
Festival Food
And more!
Stay tuned for information on the 2026 Gold Coast Artisan Fair!
For more information on the Gold Coast Artisan Fair, please contact:
Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce
5300 W. US-10, Ludington, MI 49431
(231) 845-0324
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The Ludington State Park offers winter activities. With snowshoeing tours, cross country skiing, and natural beauty, it’s a winter paradise!
Family Friendly Events
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
Fishing Tournaments & Events
Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Annual Tree & Plant Sales
Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Performances in West Michigan
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.
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Festivals & Events
There are activities going on in the Ludington area to keep everyone happy all year long. Longstanding events make Ludington special.
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Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!
Victory Township Park on Upper Hamlin Lake
Enjoy a picnic by Upper Hamlin Lake. With grills, a pavilion and picnic tables available, this park provides the perfect family setting.
Wilson Hill Park on Upper Hamlin Lake
Cast your line into Upper Hamlin Lake or enjoy a picnic, the playground, or watch Hamlin Lake’s Independence Fireworks at Wilson Hill Park.
The Baby Badger
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”.
Lake Winds Energy Park
Lakewinds Energy Park is generating electricity for Ludington and West Michigan! Take a country drive and see the wind turbines in action.
Mason County Sculpture Trail
The Mason County Sculpture Trail was launched in 2012 and includes nine sculptures in Ludington, Scottville, and Fountain.
Music Heritage Trail
The Music Heritage Trail will take you from Idlewild to Baldwin and from Scottville to Ludington as it explores the historic music scene!
