Races
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs… including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
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November 2024 Events Calendar
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Featured November Events
(Scroll down to see more events in November.)
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Downtown Ludington presents the annual Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade in conjunction with Small Business Saturday and more!
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.
Ludington is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan celebrated its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events were included.
In addition to the calendar below, check out our story on Holiday Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars!
November 1-7, 2024
October 18th-November 22nd, 2024
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
9-11am
Drive-Thru Medication Take Back Event
Entrance of the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington.
Saturday, November 2nd-Sunday, November 3rd; 2024
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday from 9am-3pm and Sunday from 12-3pm. Ludington Library- 217 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
November 8-14, 2024
October 18th-November 22nd, 2024
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
Thursday, November 14th, 2024
5-8pm
Ladies Night
Shop vendor booths and bring in a donation for Westshore Family Support for a special drawing. There will also be door prize drawings throughout the night. West Michigan Kitchen Studios- 5909 W. US-10, Ludington.
November 15-21, 2024
October 18th-November 22nd, 2024
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
November 22-30, 2024
October 18th-November 22nd, 2024
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
November 27th, 29th, & 30th AND December 5th-8th, 12th-15th, 19th-22nd, & 26th-29th; 2024
Ludington Area Festival of Lights
Drive-thru lights display at the West Michigan Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington. Cost is $10/vehicle and proceeds go to local non-profits. For more information, visit checkoutthelights.com.
November 29th-December 15th, 2024
Festival of Wreaths Auction
Wreaths created by local artists will be on display and up for silent auction in the lobby of the performance hall. Wreaths will be accepted until November 23rd and must be pre-registered by contacting the Ludington Area Center for the Arts at (231) 845-2787 or info@ludingtonartscenter.org. LACA- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
10am-7pm
Small Business Saturday
Enjoy festive decorations in downtown Ludington while starting your holiday shopping at local businesses. For more info, visit downtownludington.org.
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
6pm
Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Parade is followed by caroling, a tree lighting, and a Santa visit in Legacy Plaza. 102.7 WMOM-FM radio will be broadcasting the parade live on Facebook. Held in Downtown Ludington. Click here for a parade application.
The following events are from 2023. Stay tuned for information on dates for these events in 2024!
Book Sale
$5/bag or 50 cents/book. Mason County Life Recovery- 301 N. James St., Ludington.
Kegs for Cash Benefiting the Lakeshore Food Club
Enjoy a Perrin Gold beer at The Mitten Bar and every dollar you pay for the featured product will be donated to the Lakeshore Food Club. For more information, visit facebook.com. The Mitten Bar- 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Deadline to Register for Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories.
What's going on now in Ludington?
Discover more to do in Ludington!
Fall Events
Autumn is a great time in Ludington, with fall festivals, corn mazes, themed camping weekends, and more!
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!
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!
Trick or Treating & Halloween Parties
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
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.
Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area activities and attractions.
Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!
Value of Sports Museum
Visit the new Value of Sports Museum located at Historic White Pine Village just a short drive from Ludington.
Fall Color Tour
Enjoy an afternoon drive around the Ludington area in October and fill your senses with the vibrant colors of fall.
Farmer’s Markets & U-Pick Farms
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
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.
Marinas
Arrive in Ludington by boat and dock at one of three marinas: Ludington Municipal Marina, Harbor View Marina, & Pere Pointe Village Marina.
Fishing
There are many places for anglers to try their luck, and Ludington has such a great variety of fish. The area also has great charter captains.
