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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.
Autumn is a great time in Ludington, with fall festivals, corn mazes, themed camping weekends, and more!
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.
Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year 'round.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that's part of what makes the area so great!
The Ludington State Park holds multiple events for the whole family during the summer months. Don't miss the live music and presentations!
LACA Summer Concert Series
Live music featuring Roger That at Waterfront Park- 300 W. William St., Ludington.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring the Rocket Fuel Haulers in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Shoreline All Breed Youth Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
West Michigan CMH Walk of Hope
This free, public event will be at Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington, and will raise awareness, promote hope and healing, and help break the stigma surrounding suicide. The walk begins at 5:30pm and there will also be free safety promotions including: Narcan, Fentanyl Testing Strips, Gun Locks, and more. This pet-friendly event will also feature free hot dogs and connections to other local community resources. For more info, contact Lori Schummer at (800) 992-2061.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring the Whiskey River Rats in 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.
MIHA District 9 Meet Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring Tom Zatarga in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
MIHA District 9 Meet Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US 10, Ludington.
Live in Legacy Plaza
Live music featuring the Downtowners in Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St., Ludington.
Ludington North Breakwater Light Closes for the Season
Stearns Park Beach- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Americana Roots Music Day
Live music and demonstrations at Historic White Pine Village– 1687 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Regular admission rates apply.
Mason County Garden Club Plant Exchange/Sale
United Methodist Church- 5810 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Mason County Historical Society Gala
This event includes dinner, dancing, trivia, costume contest and more to benefit the Mason County Historical Society. Stearns Hotel & Wedding Venue- 212 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington. Get tickets at eventbrite.com.
Diapers & Desserts
Families with children ages 3 and under are invited by West Shore Family Support Families to receive free diapers and treats at their office- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington. A parent or legal guardian must be present to receive diapers for the child(ren). Diapers up to size 6 will be available. Car seat safety checks will be available upon request.
AFFEW International Beach Sweep
Beach clean-up at Stearns Park, Ludington. Meet at the South Concession Stand. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Cultural Corners Street Party
Four organizations are sponsoring this free, family fun event: Ludington Center for the Arts, Mason County Historical Society, Mason County District Library, and Sandcastles Children’s Museum. Each organization invites the public to visit and will also have special activities like balloon creations with John Marek, demonstrations, live music , books from the West Shore ESD’s inspiREading Book Bus, and more. Visit all 4 stops and receive a free ice cream courtesy of House of Flavors! (Quantities limited)
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.
Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
The very popular Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament sponsored by Captain Chuck’s takes place each July in Ludington.
West Shore Bank hosts the Rhythm & Dunes Summer Concert Series each summer at the Waterfront Park Pavilion in downtown Ludington.
Ludington is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
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.
Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.
Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.
There are activities going on in the Ludington area to keep everyone happy all year long. Longstanding events make Ludington special.
Your pet should feel right at home in Ludington. There are many businesses that allow pets and parks and beaches for them to play on.
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.
Cast your line into Upper Hamlin Lake or enjoy a picnic, the playground, or watch Hamlin Lake’s Independence Fireworks at Wilson Hill Park.
Mason County is home to several trails that tell stories with fascinating histories. Explore these self-guided tours to learn about each one!
The Barn Quilt Trail, highlighting the lost art of barn decor, is one of four trails that comprise the Mason County Cultural Trails.
Within the downtown Ludington region, several murals grace the façades of local area businesses, telling stories of the area’s rich history.
