Ludington Lake Jump
Each April, area residents and businesses take pledges and try to raise as much money as possible for the Ludington Lake Jump.
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The Traverse City area bursts at the seams each summer when the National Cherry Festival occurs. The festival includes air shows, concerts, parades, kids activities, arts/crafts show, fireworks, and more.
The Grand Traverse region is well-known for its world-record tart cherry harvest and those visiting the festival can find cherries made into all kinds of food products.
Scroll down to see attractions that are held over multiple days.
Traverse City is perhaps the most beautiful region of Michigan, where thousands from around the country come to vacation. Read the stories below or go to the Grand Traverse County destination page.
Take one of the most scenic drives in the nation as you travel across M-22 in West Michigan. A long winding road of adventure awaits!
Sugar sand beaches along Lake Michigan, outdoor activities, an energetic downtown and many wineries make Traverse City the place to be
The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is situated at the end of the Leelanau Peninsula within, about eight miles north of the town of Northport.
The Traverse City Opera House has a 700-seat theater which offers a place for quality arts and cultural entertainment.
Festivals and events celebrating many aspects of life are scheduled throughout the year in the Grand Traverse County area.
National Cherry Festival Committee
521 S. Union St., Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-4230
Each April, area residents and businesses take pledges and try to raise as much money as possible for the Ludington Lake Jump.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
West Michigan is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
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The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline between Ludington and Manistee, you’ll find natural splendor- the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area.
Take one of the most scenic drives in the nation as you travel across M-22 in West Michigan. A long winding road of adventure awaits!
Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.
A site to behold along Lake Michigan, these structures with a rich history give both a sense of safety and a beautiful site.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
Pere Marquette River, with it’s moderately fast current and clear water, is an extremely popular river for canoeists and kayakers.
The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts is a cultural center in West Michigan and plays an integral part in Manistee’s history.
The historical Vogue Theatre in Manistee, renovated as a modern-day movie theater, shows current movies, classic films, and family movies.