March Events Calendar – Visit Ludington
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Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year 'round.
Everyone is Irish on St. Patty’s Day, and downtown Ludington is where you want to be for all the fun events!
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that's part of what makes the area so great!
Ties & Tutus Daddy/Daughter Dance
Event includes dinner, photos, dancing, and a glow party. Tickets are $25/each and may be purchased at ticketstripe.com. Radiant Church- 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington.
Lantern Lit Hike
The hike begins at the Warming Shelter and has approximately 1 mile of lighted trails for walking, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing. There are bonfires at both the Warming Shelter and the Amphitheater, along with free warm beverages at the Amphitheater. No registration is needed and lantern lit walks are free. Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Spring CommUnity Auction
This event includes auctions, food, & drinks with proceeds to benefit students and staff Mason County Central School. Tickets are $35 each (adults only) and may be purchased at West Shore Bank, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and the MCC Central Business Office in Scottville, or at the Chamber Alliance of Mason County office in Ludington. Doors open at 5:30pm and bidding starts at 6pm. Graystone Event Center- 4079 W. US-10, Ludington.
St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Ludington
Includes a 5k, live music, and more.
Finny Slam Ice Fishing Tournament
Hosted by Pere Marquette Expeditions and named for local fisherman, Ray Finholm, who passed away in a boating accident. Prize includes a 100% payout for the longest fish in each category: Pike, Steelhead and Perch. You must be in line for measuring by 6pm. Call (231) 845-7285 for more information.
Annual JBC Beer Run
Hosted by Jamesport Brewing Company, this is a fun run where you drink a 6 oz. beer then run a .25 mile lap, and repeat 3 more times for a total of 24 oz. and 1 mile. $10 to enter and $5 from each entry will go into the pot o’ gold. Fastest time takes home a trophy. Jamesport Brewing Company- 410 S. James St., Ludington.
Covenant Christian School Auction Fundraiser
This is a free event and is open to anyone. The night includes hors d’oeuvres, great community and course opportunities to bid on items in our silent auction, raffles and live auction. Adults only. Covenant Christian School- 2980 US-10, Ludington.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, Indian Summer apple sauce, condiments and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in Ludington have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Find all the places where the kids and pets can visit and have pictures taken with Santa (and sometimes Mrs. Claus) in Ludington.
The Ludington Area Festival of Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light display that runs from Thanksgiving until the last weekend of December.
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.
The Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program is typically held each September and is a precursor to the Miss Michigan program.
The Ludington Area Festival of Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light display that runs from Thanksgiving until the last weekend of December.
The fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down here in Ludington! Nightlife here includes festivals, cozy restaurants, and local performances.
With some of the best fishing and boating around, Hamlin Lake brings much delight as well as some of the most beautiful, scenic backdrops.
The bronzed sculptures in Ludington’s 5-acre Waterfront Park sets it apart from other parks. The park is situated on the Lake Michigan inlet.
Ludington has miles of beautiful beaches, the Ludington State Park, and all the activities that take place in Mother Nature’s playground.
The black-and-white striped, 112 foot lighthouse at the Ludington State Park stands proudly on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Small destinations within themselves, visitors of Hamlin Lake will go on an adventure to find their perfect dune.
