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Ludington Farm Markets & U-Pick Farms

May 24th-September 20th, 2024

Downtown Ludington hosts a artisan/farmer’s market each summer which features farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, homegrown flowers, homemade foods, and many other craft/gift items.

The market operates from 2-7pm on Fridays at Legacy Plaza on North James Street.

The market also includes live music from 6-8pm. Here's the schedule of performers for 2024:

  • May 24th, 2024 – Tim Krause
  • May 31st, 2024 – JD & the Bees Knees
  • June 7th, 2024 – Onager performs at the Love Ludington Street Party
  • June 14th, 2024 – Bill Casey & The Railbirds
  • June 21st, 2024 – Seth Brown Duo
  • June 28th, 2024 – Adam Knudsen
  • July 5th, 2024 – Working on Famous
  • July 12th, 2024 – Justin Wierenga
  • July 19th, 2024 – American Ages Band
  • July 26th, 2024 – Rocket Fuel Haulers
  • August 2nd, 2024 – Nick Veine
  • August 9th, 2024 – Meg Gunia
  • August 16th, 2024 – 80 Cows
  • August 23rd, 2024 – Twyce the Band
  • August 30th, 2024 – Benny Hill Band
  • September 6th, 2024 – Benjamin Paetz
  • September 13th, 2024 – Joe Irelan
  • September 20th, 2024 – Two Dudes in Flip Flops

There is also live music at Legacy Plaza on Thursday nights from 6-8pm on June 7th-August 29th, 2024. Check our calendar of events for more information.

Ludington Harvests

Although the seasons are dependent upon the weather, we’ve listed the time periods when local crops typically are harvested.

Late April-June

Asparagus, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Strawberries

July-August

Apples, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherries, Corn, Green Beans, Peaches, Raspberries, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Watermelons, Zucchini

September-October

Apples, Green Beans, Tomatoes, Watermelons, Zucchini

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Weather & Water Conditions

West Michigan weather – they say if you don’t like the weather in Ludington, wait a few minutes and it will change.

Long Skinny Park

Long Skinny Park is located on Lower Hamlin Lake between the South and Middle bayous. Perfect for fishing or taking in the view.

Beaches & Parks

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.

South Bayou Park

Enjoy this small, relaxing park as an easy place to place your boat in the water or throw a line out to catch some pan fish for dinner.

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”.