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.
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Summer in Ludington
The hot summer sun brings the season for beaches! Ludington boasts miles of white sand beach, just waiting for you. Charter fishing, parades, farm markets, festivals, and camping – you’ll wish summer lasted just a bit longer when you visit Ludington!
Here's What Goes on During the Summer in Ludington
- West Shore Bank’s Rhythm & Dunes Concert Series
- Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend
- Ludington Lakestride 5k, 10k, & Half-Marathon
- Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament
- Sunset Beach Bonfires
- Open Horse Shows
- Ludrock
- Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival
- West Shore Art Fair
- Final Friday Experience
- Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing Tournament
- Farmer’s Market
- Western Michigan Fair
- Gold Coast Artisan Fair
- Lighthouse Triathlon
- Movies in the Park
- Ludington Suds on the Shore Beer & Wine Tasting Festival
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More Activities & Attractions in Ludington
Museums
Ludington is home to several different museums for people of all ages! Highlighting our area’s careers, businesses, history, and culture!
Ludington Has Two Lighthouses!
Ludington visitors flock to the area to view our two majestic lighthouses, the North Breakwater Light and Big Sable Point Lighthouse.
Beaches & Parks
Ludington has many beautiful beaches and parks to explore. Enjoy a day on the shores of Lake Michigan or take in the scenery at a local park.
Mason County District Libraries
In addition to thousands of book titles, the Mason County District Library’s Ludington and Scottville branches provide many free programs.
Hamlin Lake
Hamlin Lake is where you want to be. It offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and more!
Sandcastles Children’s Museum
Children can create, explore, and discover by playing with the numerous variety of exhibits of Sandcastles Children’s Museum.
Disc Golf Courses
Disc golf is a big deal here in the Ludington area, with up to 20,000 people per year visiting one of our six courses.
Activities & Attractions
There are so many things to see and do in Ludington! Don’t miss a single activity during your visit by exploring VisitLudington.com!
Lake Michigan S.S. Badger Carferry
The S.S. Badger Carferry is a fun and relaxing shortcut across Lake Michigan between Ludington, Michigan and Manitowoc, Wisconsin.