Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
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May 2022 Events Calendar
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Featured May Events
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Summer is Ludington’s favorite season, so if you’re considering a vacation in the area, we’ve got the festivals to keep you entertained!
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.
Ludington hosts two of the most popular arts & crafts fairs in West Michigan in the summer at Rotary Park (formerly City Park).
May 1-7, 2022
These events are from 2022. Stay tuned for information on events happening in June of 2023!
Wednesday, May 4th, 2022
11am
Mason County Garden Club Plant Exchange/Sale
Bring plants to exchange, or purchase plants. Leveaux Park- 900 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Saturday, May 7th, 2022
10am
Historic White Pine Village AND the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Open for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum– 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Saturday, May 7th, 2022
7pm
“The Special Consensus” Performance
GRAMMY nominated bluegrass band The Special Consensus will perform at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Get your tickets at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts or online at eventbrite.com.
May 8-14, 2022
These events are from 2022. Stay tuned for information on events happening in June of 2023!
Tuesday, May 10th, 2022
10am
Big Sable Point Lighthouse Opens for the Season
Big Sable Point Lighthouse- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Thursday, May 12th, 2022
9am
First Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
For reservations, call (800) 841-4243.
Saturday, May 14th, 2022
MCE Equestrian Speed Show
Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
May 15-21, 2022
These events are from 2022. Stay tuned for information on events happening in June of 2023!
Sunday, May 15th, 2022
Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Sunday, May 15th, 2022
4:30-6pm
Play Tennis Midwest
Free interactive tennis activities, games and play for adults and children age 6 and up. Space is limited. Register at usta.com/playtennismidwest. For more information, contact Coach Brown at (517) 745-6113.
Saturday, May 21st, 2022
9am
Ludington Petunia Parade Planting Day
Along Ludington Avenue and around Ludington Municipal Marina, Ludington.
Saturday, May 21st, 2022
9am
RunLudington Harbor Run
Downtown Ludington.
May 22-31, 2022
These events are from 2022. Stay tuned for information on events happening in June of 2023!
Friday, May 27th-Friday, July 29th; 2022
Submissions Accepted for the Celebrating the Ludington State Park Art Exhibit
Artists will display their multi-media artworks celebrating the State Park on August 5th-27th at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts– 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. Submissions cost $5/piece with a limit of three submissions. For more information or to submit art, visit ludingtonartscenter.org/modes-of-abstraction.
Saturday, May 28th & Sunday, May 29th, 10am-4pm; 2022
West Shore Family Support Craft Fair
Register by visiting docs.google.com. Rotary Park- corner of Ludington Avenue & Lewis Street, Ludington.
Saturday, May 28th, 2022
10am
Ludington Breakwater Light Opens for the Season
Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Sunday, May 29th & Sunday, May 30th, 2022
6pm
Auditions for Stratford “Off” the Avenue Theatre Festival at LACA
The Stage Left Theatre Company is holding is seeking seasoned and new actors, ages 5th Grade and up for their 6th Annual event. Those wishing to audition are asked to arrive at the starting time and plan to stay for the duration of the auditions. Sides will be provided. The festival is scheduled for August 5th-7th and August 12th-13th at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts– 106 S. Harrison St., Ludington.