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!
May Events Calendar – Visit Ludington Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
May 2027 Events Calendar
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May 1-7, 2027
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May 8-14, 2027
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May 15-21, 2027
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May 22-31, 2027
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The following events are from 2026. Stay tuned for information on dates for these events in 2027!
Mom 2 Mom Sale
Sale of gently used baby and kids’ items, spring and summer clothing, toys, books, and more. $2 entry fee (under age 12 free). Cornerstone Baptist Church- 121 Nelson Rd., Ludington. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Opens for the Season
217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Big Sable Point Lighthouse Opens for the Season
Ludington.
Corewell Health Ludington Mother’s Day Flower Sale
Flowers for the sale are being provided by Weesies with proceeds supporting the Crane Haven Cancer Wellness Center. The sale will take place outside the Medical Office Building lobby at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital- 1 N. Atkinson Drive.
Historic White Pine Village Opens for the Season
1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
First Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
For reservations, call (800) 841-4243.
Picture Perfect Weekend Photography Workshop
Workshop presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography – 114 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Ludington Petunia Parade Planting Day
Along Ludington Avenue and around Ludington Municipal Marina, Ludington.
Blast Into Summer Party
Annual benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association presented by the Lakeshore Pyrate Heads. 50/50 raffle, live auction, and live music. Sportsmans/The Mitten Bar- 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington. Visit facebook.com for more info.
Pere Marquette XC 5k
An off-road/cross country style running event which is part of the Run Ludington race series.
Ludington North Breakwater Light Opens for the Season
Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
West Shore Family Support Craft Fair
This show includes a variety of talented crafters & artists as well as food trucks. Rotary Park- Ludington Ave. & Lewis St., Ludington. For an application, click here.
Ludington Memorial Day Observance
Ceremony at 11am at the Veterans Mall in Stearns Park- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Complimentary luncheon for all veterans at 12pm at American Legion Post 76- 318 N. James St., Ludington. For more info, contact Michelle at (231) 690-5845.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Waves & Wheels Safety Day AND Book Ride & Bike Rodeo
This free event includes various stations that 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. Families are also 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.
Mason & Oceana Railroad Bus Tour
Participants will travel scenic routes along the historic Mason & Oceana Railroad while enjoying beautiful landscapes and engaging local history along the way. Throughout the tour, local actors portraying real historical figures from the era — under the writing and direction of Stage Left Theatre Company’s Terra McIntosh — will bring the railroad’s story to life. The tour concludes with a catered dinner at Historic White Pine Village-1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington . Tickets are $81.88 each and may be purchased at eventbrite.com.
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Current Events in the Ludington Area
October Brings a Multitude of Fall Events
Autumn is a great time in Ludington, with fall festivals, corn mazes, themed camping weekends, and more!
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!
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.
Ludington Area Events Happening Soon
Festivals & Events
There are activities going on in the Ludington area to keep everyone happy all year long. Longstanding events make Ludington special.
Todd & Brad Reed Photography Workshops
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
Where to Watch the S.S. Badger Carferry in Port Ludington
Where’s the best place to watch the S.S. Badger arrive or depart Ludington? Here are great locations for viewing the Lake Michigan Carferry.
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.
Sunset Times
It rises and sets every single day, and nothing is more breathtaking than our spectacular sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Ludington Area Center for the Arts
The Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) is the gathering place for community expression through arts and cultural experiences.
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!
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.