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November 2024 Events Calendar

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Featured November Events

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The Ludington Area Festival of Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light display that runs from Thanksgiving until the last weekend of December.

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 5th-November 29th, 2024

Registration period for the Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories. Visit facebook.com for more information.

November 8-14, 2024

November 5th-November 29th, 2024

Registration period for the Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories. Visit facebook.com for more information.

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 5th-November 29th, 2024

Registration period for the Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories. Visit facebook.com for more information.

November 18th-30th, 2024

Get tickets to Carriage Rides for a Cause
Bring two non-perishable items (per person) into any Mason County West Shore Bank branch to receive tickets for a free carriage ride on Saturday, November 30th, 2024 from 3:30-5:10pm. You may also show up to the event with your non-perishable items and receive tickets then. Just keep in mind, tickets are limited. Find a wish list of items needed by clicking here. For more info, visit facebook.com.

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 5th-November 29th, 2024

Registration period for the Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories. Visit facebook.com for more information.

November 18th-30th, 2024

Get tickets to Carriage Rides for a Cause
Bring two non-perishable items (per person) into any Mason County West Shore Bank branch to receive tickets for a free carriage ride on Saturday, November 30th, 2024 from 3:30-5:10pm. You may also show up to the event with your non-perishable items and receive tickets then. Just keep in mind, tickets are limited. Find a wish list of items needed by clicking here. For more info, visit facebook.com.

Sunday, November 22th, 2024
3pm

Christmas Concert
Free Christmas Concert featuring Daniel Ball & the Gibson Girls at the United Methodist Church of Ludington- 5858 Bryant Rd., Ludington. A free will offering will be collected.

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
3-5pm

Santa Comes to Ludington
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Clause and get a complimentary photo by Lynsey Baldon. Red Rooster Coffee & Community- 205 S. James St., Ludington.

Saturday, November 30th, 2024
3:30-5:10pm

Carriage Rides for a Cause
Bring two non-perishable items (per person) to West Shore Bank- 201 W. Loomis, Ludington for a free carriage ride.. You may visit any Mason County West Shore Branch with your non-perishable items to receive tickets from November 18th until the day of the event. Just keep in mind, tickets are limited. Find a wish list of items needed by clicking here. For more info, visit facebook.com.

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.

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Charter Boat Fishing

No matter your experience level, Ludington area charter captains will guide you in what to bring and what to expect on the big lake.

Historic White Pine Village

Discover small town life in the late 1800s and early 1900s at Historic White Pine Village in Ludington, overlooking Lake Michigan.

Night Life

The fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down here in Ludington! Nightlife here includes festivals, cozy restaurants, and local performances.

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.