September - West Michigan Guides

Ludington Sesquicentennial Celebration

The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events will be included.

Learn about the annual Young Eagles Rallies in Mason and Oceana Counties and find information about flights at the Mason County Airport.

Explore the City of Grand Rapids as it fills with hundreds of pieces of art. From photography to sculptures and paintings.

The Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival spans two days and includes a wide variety of activities that are fun for all ages.

The City of Scottville has created a new event in 2021 called the Scottville Fall Celebration which will include many activities downtown.

Summertime means outdoor arts and crafts fairs, and communities in Manistee County often include these fairs as part of their festivals.

The Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program is typically held each September and is a precursor to the Miss Michigan program.

The Village of Brethren is located in Dickson Township about 15 miles east of Manistee. Brethren Days is held over Labor Day weekend.

Bear Lake has a variety of activities for Bear Lake Days each July. Events include parade, fireworks, car show, kids activities, and more.

Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.