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June 2025 Events Calendar

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Featured June Events

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Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that's part of what makes the area so great!

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.

June 1-7, 2025

Thursday, June 5th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Tom Zatarga in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Friday, June 6th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring American Ages in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Friday, June 6th-Saturday, June 7th, 2025

Love Ludington Weekend
Weekend long celebration of Ludington including a street party, car show, farmer’s market, Blessing of the Boats, and more. Visit downtownludington.org for more info.

Saturday, June 7th-Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Michigan Free ORV Weekend
ORV riders may ride DNR-designated routes and trails without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit.

Saturday, June 7th-Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Michigan Free Fishing Weekend
All fishing licenses waived in Michigan on this weekend.

June 8-14, 2025

Saturday, June 7th-Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Michigan Free ORV Weekend
ORV riders may ride DNR-designated routes and trails without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit.

Saturday, June 7th-Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Michigan Free Fishing Weekend
All fishing licenses waived in Michigan on this weekend.

Thursday, June 12th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Redux in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Friday, June 13th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Pocket Change in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Saturday, June 14th-Sunday, June 15th, 2025

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament
Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington

June 15-21, 2025

Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
9-11pm

Lake Michigan Carferry Shoreline Cruise
Lake Michigan Carferry cruise along the Ludington shoreline. Tickets include food and live entertainment and a cash bar is available. Shoreline cruises will sail rain or shine. Children 4 & Under are free. No passes will be accepted for this event. Tickets are non-refundable. 701 Maritime Dr., Ludington.

Thursday, June 19th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Two Dudes in Flip Flops in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Friday, June 20th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Benjamin Paetz in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Saturday, June 21st, 2025
8am

Ludington Lakestride 5k/10k/Half Marathon
Begins at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.

June 22-30, 2025

Thursday, June 26th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Mark Kinney in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

Thursday, June 26th, 2025
8-10pm

Sunset Bonfire
Free bonfire with live music featuring the Petoskey Steel Drum Band at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.

Friday, June 27th, 2025
6-8pm

Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Medium Well in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.

The following events are from 2024. Stay tuned for information on dates for these events in 2025!

 

United Women in Faith Indoor Yard Sale
No clothing. Items are sold on a donation basis. Proceeds go to the mission fund for the group. United Methodist Church- 5810 Bryant Rd., Ludington.

Mason County Garden Club Plant Exchange/Sale
Bring plants to exchange, or purchase plants. Leveaux Park- 900 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.

Waves & Wheels Safety Day
Various stations 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. Loomis Street Boat Launch- 998 W. Loomis St., Ludington. 

Book Ride & Bike Rodeo
Families are 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. 

Ghost Tour ’24: Trains, Towns, & Lumber Camps
The Mason County Historical Society hosts this event which includes a bus tour exploring an abandoned railroad along with ghost towns and abandoned lumber camps of northeastern Mason County. The tour begins and ends at Meade Township Hall- 5435 E. Free Soil Rd., Free Soil. There will be a country-style dinner and presentation on the lumber era.

Diaper Giveaway
Area churches are joining together to give out free diapers at this drive thru style event.
Families with children ages 3 and under are invited to attend. Diapers up to size six will be available. A parent or legal guardian must be present in order to receive diapers for the child(ren). West Shore Family Support- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington.

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

Horse Shows
Mason County Saddle Club Show. Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington. 

Fish on for Freedom
Veterans Fishing Event on Lake Michigan in Ludington.

AAUW Used Book Sale
Friday from 9am-5pm and Saturday from 9am-12pm. Proceeds benefit the AAUW scholarships for high school seniors. United Methodist Church- 5810 Bryant Rd., Ludington.

Guided Hike
Beginning at the Warming Shelter at the Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

Friends of the Ludington State Park Summer Concert Series
Live Birds of Prey will be featured rather than a musical performance, at the Ludington State Park Amphitheater- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

AFFEW Beach Sweep
Beach clean up at Stearns Park Beach.

U Dig It! Youth Summer Program
The U Dig It Community Garden, AFFEW, and Lakeshore Food Club are hosting a highly interactive, hands-on program covering organic gardening, nature, and art experiences for kids ages 9-11. The event is free but pre-registration is required by contacting Julia Chambers at president@affew.org or (231) 690-9561.

Senior Expo
This free event allows community and agencies to network, seek out possible partnerships, and discover all the services and opportunities available to senior citizens. Cornerstone Baptist Church- 121 N. Nelson Rd., Ludington. For more information, call the Ludington Senior Center at (231) 845-6841.

#WillStrong Benefit Soccer Tournament
100% of the proceeds raised goes to the local Childhood Cancer Campaign. This 6v6 soccer tournament is family friendly and cost is $250 per team. Bryant Soccer Fields- 1002 N. Lavinia St., Ludington. For more information or to register a team, click here.

Cars & Crafts Show
Car Show hosted by PM Motoring Club. Betten-Baker Ford- 3045 US-10, Ludington. For more info, email lmalott@cbakerauto.com.

Bus Day to Big Point Sable Lighthouse
Free concert from 1-3pm. Bus transportation from 12pm-5pm. Big Sable Point Lighthouse in Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

Mason County Sports Hall of Fame Annual Unveiling Ceremony & Induction Banquet
At 12pm there will be a ceremony to unveil the wall displaying that year’s class as well as the male and female High School Athlete of the Year. This takes place at the Hall of Fame which is located at Historic White Pine Village- 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. The Induction Banquet to honor Mason County Sports Hall of Fame inductees will be held at 6:30pm at LIncoln Hills Golf Club- 1527 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Tickets are $40 each. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Sharon McCumber at (231) 613-2428 or sharonmccumber@yahoo.com.

Friends of the Ludington State Park Summer Concert Series
Live music at the Ludington State Park Amphitheater- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

Cars & Coffee
Ludington Auto Club hosts this event, which is sponsored by Metro Mortgage. Cars, motorcycles, rat rods, tractors, jeeps, etc. are welcome. Enjoy a scenic drive and mini car cruise through Ludington State Park & Stearns Beach departing at 1pm. Come early and enjoy coffee, muffins, and bagels while supplies last. Stix Bar- 1963 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.

LACA Summer Concert Series
Free concert at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.

Ludington Slow Roll Ride
Social bike ride with a relaxed pace, riding the alleys and back streets of town. Begins and ends near the south concession building at Stearns Park Beach-420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.

Check back often for updates to this calendar of events!

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Hamlin Lake Dunes

Hamlin Lake Sand Dunes

Small destinations within themselves, visitors of Hamlin Lake will go on an adventure to find their perfect dune.

Mason County Barn Quilt Trail

The Barn Quilt Trail, highlighting the lost art of barn decor, is one of four trails that comprise the Mason County Cultural Trails.

Fishing on Hamlin Lake

Fishing on Hamlin Lake

If there’s one thing that Hamlin Lake is known for, it’s excellent fishing. Catch crappie, bluegill, and more across thousands of acres.

Bicycle Trails

Both beginners and experienced cyclists will enjoy the variety of trails available to explore in Ludington!

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.