Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography

Ludington Celebrated Its Sesquicentennial in 2023!

The beautiful laketown of Ludington, Michigan, held a year-long 150th birthday party in 2023 for its Sesquicentennial! Many events and activities were incorporated into the event throughout the year. 

These events were held as part of the celebration:

  • Sesquicentennial Kick Off Event

  • #RunLudington Sesquicentennial 150-Mile Challenge

  • Bike Ride Through Lakeview Cemetery

  • Birthday Party at Sandcastles Children’s Museum

  • Bike Scavenger Hunt

  • Love Ludington Exhibit at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts

  • Speaker Series hosted by the Mason County Historical Society

  • Love Ludington Weekend Mini Golf at the Ludington Area Jaycees Course

  • Love Ludington Street Party in Downtown Ludington

  • Appearances by the Budweiser Clydesdales

  • A Historic Homes Walking Tour

  • Birthday Bash for the SS Badger Carferry

  • Concert with the Scottville Clown Band at Waterfront Park

  • Maritime Heritage Trail Walking Tour

  • Various Art Classes at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts

  • Sesquicentennial Ball at Stearns Hotel

Clydesdales
The Budweiser Clydesdales made multiple appearances as part of the Ludington Sesquicentennial Celebration. | Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography

Current Events

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.

Events Happening Soon

Pure Ludington Brrrewfest

The Pure Ludington Brrrewfest hosts breweries that offer patrons a taste of their beers, wines, ciders, and meads from all around Michigan.

Fishing Tournaments & Events

Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.

Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area activities and attractions.
 

Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!

Lake Winds Energy Park Wind Turbines

Lake Winds Energy Park

Lakewinds Energy Park is generating electricity for Ludington and West Michigan! Take a country drive and see the wind turbines in action.

Ludington State Park Sand Dunes

Visit the Ludington State Park

One of the most popular state parks in the Midwest offers a vacation within itself. Enjoy beautiful natural resources and endless activities.

Mason County Cultural Trails

Mason County is home to several trails that tell stories with fascinating histories. Explore these self-guided tours to learn about each one!

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.