Pentwater’s Winterfest includes many family friendly events including fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
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Pentwater’s Winterfest includes many family friendly events including fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
Michigan offers weekends during the year where residents and outstate visitors can fish, ORV, or snowmobile without permits.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
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!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
The annual Hart Winterfest includes fun activities like a broomball tournament, soup walk, ice fishing tournament, and more.
The park remains open year-round for hiking, snowshoeing, activities to give those who love winter something fun to look forward to!
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Snowfest
Event includes outdoor activities, soup and chili, and more for all ages. For the most updated info, visit jcimuskegon.org.
Hart Winterfest
Event features a Classic/Vintage Snowmobile Show & Swap Meet, a Soup Walk, Golf Outing, and more. For more information, visit takemetohart.org/winterfest.
White Pine Stampede 50k, 20k, 10k Point-to-Point Cross Country Race
Cross Country Race beginning at Mancelona High School- 9300 W. Limits Rd. and winding through Northwest Michigan, ending at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire. For more information or to register, visit whitepinestampede.org.
Loco for Love Indoor Craft Fair/Yard Sale
Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf- 120 S. Main St., Scottville.
Rock the ‘Stee Benefit
Live music with beer, wine, soda, and snacks available for purchase. Fundraiser for the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts. Tickets are $25 per person at the door and free for children under age 10. Ramsdell Theatre- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Special Lantern-Lit Event
Walk at the Ludington State Park (8800 M-116, Ludington) using the trail along the south side of the Big Sable River on the open southern portion of the park. The route will be marked with lit lanterns and there will be a bonfire at the amphitheater. Parking will be in the lot at the end of the Amphitheater road adjacent to the Skyline Trail.
Lantern Lit Hike
The event is hosted by the Friends of Orchard Beach and includes a half-mile hike on a lighted trail. Warm up with hot drinks around the fireplace in the historic Shelter Building. Open to hikers, snowshoers, and cross country skiers. No reservations are required. Orchard Beach State Park- 2064 N. Lakeshore Rd. Manistee.
Performance of Hollywood Revisited
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
4-Week Charity Euchre Tournament
$25/player with proceeds to benefit the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. Prizes will be given to the top scoring players at the end of week 4. Only 24 seats are available. Register by visiting the brewery or contact Jamie: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or (248) 807-7723.
Performance of Interlochen in Town: Singer-Songwriter Showcase
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
Lantern Lite Forest Adventure
Guided hike with snowshoes (if weather allows), dinner provided, nature activities, and more. Spirit of the Woods Conservation Club- 12555 Coates Hwy, Brethren.
Performance by Crys Matthews
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Winter Wonderland Daddy/Daughter Dance
Event includes dinner, photos, dancing, and a glow party. Tickets are $25/each. Radiant Church- 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington.
4-Week Charity Euchre Tournament
$25/player with proceeds to benefit the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. Prizes will be given to the top scoring players at the end of week 4. Only 24 seats are available. Register by visiting the brewery or contact Jamie: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or (248) 807-7723.
FiveCAP’s Walk for Warmth
Groups, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to form walking teams for the 2-mile walk and gather pledges to benefit FiveCAP’s program to subsidize heat for families and seniors in need. Contribution and pledge sheets are available at fivecap.org. Registration is at 9:30am with the walk taking place between 10am-12pm. The walk starts at the Community Church- 109 N. Harrison St., Ludington.
Pentwater Winterfest
Events include fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
Snowman Scram 1 Mile Fun Run & 5k
Fundraiser for the Pentwater Cross Country and Track Teams. Pentwater Public School- 600 E. Park St., Pentwater.
Sips & Soups
This free event coincides with the Super Bowl. Each participating Downtown Ludington business will offer visitors a 2-ounce sample along a self-guided walking route. The sample options will include either a non-alcoholic beverage or a soup. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Sleeping Bear Dune Hike
Rangers are lighting the one mile hike to the Dune Climb with candlelit luminaries to set the path aglow for night hikers. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore– 9922 Front St., Empire.
Ski Free Sundays
The Oceana Cross Country Ski Association will host a free cross country skiing event on the Pentwater Pathways Trail. The event includes use of OCCSA’s adult and children’s ski equipment. Equipment use will be first come, first serve and the event will be contingent upon weather and appropriate ski conditions. Visit oceanaski.org for more information.
Grand Rapids Boat Show
Wednesday from 2-8pm, Thursday from 12-8pm, Friday from 12-9pm, Saturday from 10am-9pm, and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Find more information at grboatshow.com.
Winter Speaker Series
Free presentation of Transforming West Michigan: From the Diaries of Charles Mears with speaker James Jensen. Mason County Historical Society- 130 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Special Lantern-Lit Event
Walk at the Ludington State Park (8800 M-116, Ludington) using the trail along the south side of the Big Sable River on the open southern portion of the park. The route will be marked with lit lanterns and there will be a bonfire at the amphitheater. Parking will be in the lot at the end of the Amphitheater road adjacent to the Skyline Trail.
Romance at the Ramsdell
The event features musical performances by Carrie Selbee, Sherri Protasiewicz, & Rebecca Barker and tickets include a specialty drink & dessert. For tickets, click here. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Grand Rapids Boat Show
Wednesday from 2-8pm, Thursday from 12-8pm, Friday from 12-9pm, Saturday from 10am-9pm, and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Find more information at grboatshow.com.
Snowshoe Stampede to Stomp Out Cancer
This event includes a outdoor fire pits, snowshoe walk, live music, bake sale, raffles, cornhole tournament and more with proceeds benefiting the Stomp Out Cancer Fund. For more information, visit soc-fund.org/events. The Inn at Manistee National- 4797 Grant Highway, Manistee.
Gettin’ Jiggy Ice Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by PM Expeditions. Entry fee is $10 and there is a 100% payout for the longest fish in each category: Bluegill, Crappie, and Perch. You must be in line for measuring by 6pm. Call (231) 845-7285 for more information.
Frostbite Winter Festival & Chili Cook-Off
Variety of activities at multiple downtown Manistee establishments including the chili cook-off. For a complete list of activities, visit facebook.com.
Special Lantern-Lit Event
Walk at the Ludington State Park (8800 M-116, Ludington) using the trail along the south side of the Big Sable River on the open southern portion of the park. The route will be marked with lit lanterns and there will be a bonfire at the amphitheater. Parking will be in the lot at the end of the Amphitheater road adjacent to the Skyline Trail.
Yeti Fest
This annual festival features fun for the whole family in Suttons Bay. For detailed information, visit suttonsbayarea.com.
Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend
The State of Michigan offers its residents and outstate visitors two Free Fishing Weekends per year.
Osborn’s Big Ice Fishing Tournament
Prizes are awarded to adults and to children, in separate categories, for pike, walleye, perch, smelt, bluegill and crappie. There is also a biggest fish prize, and several door prize drawings. Osborn’s- 8929 Chippewa Hwy., Bear Lake.
Performance by the Annie & Rod Capps Quartet
Hart Middle School Auditorium-308 Johnson Rd., Hart.
Performance of the Swan Lake Ballet
Corson Auditorium- 4000 M-137, Interlochen.
Winter Wednesdays Webinar Series
Topic TBA. Either via Zoom or at the Scottville Library- 204 E. State St., Scottville. Stay tuned for registration link.
4-Week Charity Euchre Tournament
$25/player with proceeds to benefit the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. Prizes will be given to the top scoring players at the end of week 4. Only 24 seats are available. Register by visiting the brewery or contact Jamie: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or (248) 807-7723.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Traverse City Restaurant Week
Participants have the opportunity to try new food and places. Restaurants involved will offer a three-course dinner menu for $25, $35, or $45 per person. Takeout options will be available at select locations. Reservations are recommended. For more information, visit traversecity.com.
Performance of Steel Magnolias
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Mardi Gras at the Ramsdell
The event features a musical performance by Great Lakes Brass. For tickets, click here. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Mason-Lake Conservation District Spring Tree/Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted.
Young Farmers Fishing Tournament
Cost is $20 per two person Team for $20, and Farm Bureau members fish for free. Participation includes a meal and raffle prizes. 1st and 2nd place for both Pan Fish and Pike: 1st prize is $250 and 2nd prize is $100. Registration is before the event or from 6-8am on the 4th at the West Michigan Research Station- 5185 N. Oceana Dr., Hart. To pre-register, contact Jennifer Marfio at jmarfio@ctyfb.com or (231) 796-1119.
Adult Prom
Tickets are $15 at the door or two for $25 which include a DJ dance and flash prize giveaways every hour, with cash bar and pizza available for purchase. Dress from your favorite decade. For ages 21 and up. All proceeds from this event will be benefit Helping Others Prosper, an organization working to purchase a transitional house for families & women in Scottville. Victory Town Hall- 4411 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. Cost is $14 for age 9 and up and a free-will donation for age 8 and under. Includes baked or fried fish, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of green beans or corn, coleslaw, dinner roll, and dessert For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Kids Movie Night AKA Parent’s Night Out
Drop the kids off to watch Elemental, enjoy snacks, and do some free play as a fundraiser for the Conservatory of Dance Travel Team. Cost is $25 for the first child and $15 for each additional child. Register by February 13th at the Conservatory or online by clicking here. Conservatory of Dance- 321 Oak Grove St., Manistee.
Winter Blues Beach Bash
Tropical themed party featuring live music by The Downtowners. Drinks available for purchase. Fundraiser for the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts. Tickets are $25 each and available by clicking here. Ramsdell Theatre- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Great Start Collaborative Winter Book Walk
Families are invited to walk, snowshoe, or ski the lantern lit path at the Ludington State Park. The first 100 families will receive a signed copy of the book “Star in the Jar” by Sam Hay and Sarah Massini. There will be a bonfire and free warm beverages at the amphitheater.
Teen Glow Party
Ages 12-18. Tickets are $8 at the door and include dance with DJ Jake Muzzo and flash prize giveaways. Pizza, pop, and glow items will be available for purchase. All proceeds from this event will be benefit Helping Others Prosper, an organization working to purchase a transitional house for families & women in Scottville. Victory Town Hall- 4411 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
La Seniorita Gives Back Fiesta
Dine at La Señorita Restaurant- 2155 N. US-31 South, Traverse City on this day and they’ll donate 20% of your bill to Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center, carry-out orders included. A registration token is required prior to arriving at the restaurant and can be downloaded by clicking here. For more information, contact Jessie Fousset at (231) 929-4250.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. Cost is $14 for age 9 and up and a free-will donation for age 8 and under. Includes baked or fried fish, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of green beans or corn, coleslaw, dinner roll, and dessert For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, apple sauce and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Flea Market & Craft Fair
113 Blaine St., Scottville.
Beer, cider, wine, and more are at this wintertime festival! Stay warm with heaters and a large tent for shelter while you enjoy!
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 a popular location for various races and runs… including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Pentwater’s Winterfest includes many family friendly events including fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Michigan offers weekends during the year where residents and outstate visitors can fish, ORV, or snowmobile without permits.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
The annual Hart Winterfest includes fun activities like a broomball tournament, soup walk, ice fishing tournament, and more.
Winter in Manistee County includes great outdoor activities like skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, ice skating, and more.
Visit the Old Mission Peninsula, situated between the west arm and east arm of Grand Traverse Bay.
Visit the new Value of Sports Museum located at Historic White Pine Village just a short drive from Ludington.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
West Shore Community College in Scottville offers classes, the West Shore Ice Arena, and a complete recreation center.
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.