Sunset Beach Bonfires at Stearns Park Beach
Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.
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Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that's part of what makes the area so great!
The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan celebrated its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events were included.
Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Visit downtown Ludington and enjoy music and family activities in an outdoor setting, to celebrate Octoberfest!
After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.
The Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program is typically held each September and is a precursor to the Miss Michigan program.
The Ludington State Park holds multiple events for the whole family during the summer months. Don't miss the live music and presentations!
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Ludington North Breakwater Light Closes for the Season
Stearns Park Beach- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
LACA Summer Concert Series
Free concert featuring the Beth Bombara Band in Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington.
Diapers & Donuts
Families are invited by West Shore Family Support to receive free diapers and donuts at their office- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington. Free car seat checks will also be offered. Sponsored by Turf Care Mole Man.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Benjamin Paetz. Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Mason County Garden Club Plant Exchange/Sale
Leveaux Park- 900 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Joe Irelan. Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Ludington Petunia Parade Removal Day
Ludington Petunia Parade will be removing petunias on the Avenue and the marina.
Horse Shows
MIHA District 9 Meet. Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Diapers & Donuts
Families are invited by West Shore Family Support to receive free diapers and donuts at their office- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington. Free car seat checks will also be offered.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Two Dudes in Flip Flops. Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Horse Shows
MIHA District 9 Meet. Caswell Horse Park at Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Octoberfest Kick Off Pub Crawl
Beginning at Ludington Bay Brewing Co. where participants will get their map and commemorative koozie for this self-guided crawl. It then continues on South James Street to Ludington Avenue with stops at participating Outdoor Social District establishments. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at eventbrite.com or at Ludington Bay Brewing Company beginning at 5:30pm on the day of the crawl.
Ludington Octoberfest
Beer tasting festival with live music. Downtown Ludington.
AFFEW International Beach Sweep
Beach clean-up at Stearns Park, Ludington. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Fall Mom 2 Mom Sale
Sale of gently used children’s clothing, accessories, toys, and furniture. For more information or to rent a table, visit facebook.com. Cornerstone Baptist Church- 121 Nelson Rd., Ludington.
Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.
Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.
Summer’s not over yet and there are summer bargains to be found all weekend during downtown Ludington’s Sidewalk Sale Days in early August.
The popular Gold Coast Artisan Fair is usually held the second weekend of August at Ludington’s Rotary Park.
After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Smaller towns set themselves apart from big cities by local events. That’s very evident when Ludington hosts the Western Michigan Fair.
West Shore Bank hosts the Rhythm & Dunes Summer Concert Series each summer at the Waterfront Park Pavilion in downtown Ludington.
August in Ludington means free movies, on three Thursday nights at dusk in Ludington’s Rotary Park (formerly City Park).
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
There are activities going on in the Ludington area to keep everyone happy all year long. Longstanding events make Ludington special.
Enjoy a picnic by Upper Hamlin Lake. With grills, a pavilion and picnic tables available, this park provides the perfect family setting.
Discover all of the different trails and tours that Ludington has to offer! Discover a water path, hiking trail, or an art work stop!
The aerial view of Big Sable Point features Hamlin Lake, Ludington State Park, and Big Sable Point Lighthouse on Lake Michigan.
In addition to thousands of book titles, the Mason County District Library’s Ludington and Scottville branches provide many free programs.
Both beginners and experienced cyclists will enjoy the variety of trails available to explore in Ludington!
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