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.
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.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
The annual Hart Winterfest includes fun activities like a cornhole tournament, soup walk, book sale, and more.
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 park remains open year-round for hiking, snowshoeing, activities to give those who love winter something fun to look forward to!
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Mason-Lake Conservation District Spring Tree/Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted.
Oceana Conservation District Annual Spring Dune Grass, Tree, & Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted. Pick up will be on Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
4-Week Charity Euchre Tournament
$30/player with proceeds to benefit Lakeshore Keepers. Prizes awarded on weeks 3 and 6 and space is limited. Register by visiting the brewery or contact Jamie: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or (248) 807-7723.
Hart Winterfest
Event features a Classic/Vintage Snowmobile Show & Swap Meet, a Soup Walk, Golf Outing, Fishing Tournament, and more.
4×4 Co-ed Volleyball Tournament
Check-in for this double elimination tournament begins at 8am on tournament day. All registration fees will be donated to Ludington Coats & Boots for Kids. Games will be held in the backyard at Jamesport Brewing Company- 410 S. James St., Ludington. To register and for more info, visit downtownludington.org.
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.
Winter Hike
The Spirit of the Woods Chapter of the North Country Trail Association host this beginning at the Nichols Lake North Trailhead- Cleveland Avenue southwest of Bitely (day pass or federal recreation pass required). Participants may bring a side dish to pass. The hike will meet where the North Country Trail crosses Madison Road at Skocelas Road east of Manistee. RSVP to hike coordinator, Loren Bach, at (231) 510-1963 or spw@northcountrytrail.org. For more info, visit facebook.com.
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.
Sips, Soups, & Sweets
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, a soup, or a dessert. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Lantern Lit Hike
The hike begins at the Warming Shelter and has approximately 1 mile of lighted trails for walking, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing. There are bonfires at both the Warming Shelter and the Amphitheater, along with free warm beverages at the Amphitheater. No registration is needed and lantern lit walks are free. Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
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 by a featured author. There will be a bonfire and free warm beverages at the amphitheater.
West Michigan Symphony presents Jordan VanHemert Quartet
The Block- 360 W. Western Ave., 2nd floor, Muskegon.
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. For more info, visit facebook.com. Osborn’s- 8929 Chippewa Hwy., Bear Lake.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
4-Week Charity Euchre Tournament
$30/player with proceeds to benefit Lakeshore Keepers. Prizes awarded on weeks 3 and 6 and space is limited. Register by visiting the brewery or contact Jamie: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or (248) 807-7723.
Oceana Conservation District Annual Spring Dune Grass, Tree, & Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted. Pick up will be on Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart.
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. Click here for more information.
Winter Speaker Series
“Reverend John Christensen” presented by James Jensen at Mason County Historical Society- 103 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington. Cost is $10 for non-members and free for MCHS members.
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.
West Michigan Symphony presents Robert Johnson & Friends
The Block- 360 W. Western Ave., 2nd floor, Muskegon.
Pentwater Winterfest
Events include fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
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.
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.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Oceana Conservation District Annual Spring Dune Grass, Tree, & Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted. Pick up will be on Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart.
Snowman Scram 1 Mile Fun Run & 5k
Fundraiser for the Pentwater Cross Country and Track Teams. Pentwater Public School- 600 E. Park St., Pentwater.
Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend
The State of Michigan offers its residents and outstate visitors two Free Fishing Weekends per year.
Diapers & Donuts
Families with children ages 3 and under are invited to drive up to the side door for diapers & desserts. A parent or legal guardian must be present to receive diapers for the child(ren). Diapers up to size 6 are available. Car seat safety checks will be available upon request. Sponsored by Hungry Howie’s. West Shore Family Support- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington.
Snowfest
Event includes outdoor activities, soup and chili, and more for all ages. For the most updated info, visit jcimuskegon.org.
Lakeshore Parenting Expo
Formerly the Lakeshore Mama & Me Expo, this free event allows parents to connect with other parents, meet support providers, enjoy fun activities with their kiddos, and learn about various pregnancy & parenting topics. For more information, visit facebook.com. Ludington Elementary School- 5776 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
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.
Lantern Lit Hike
The hike begins at the Warming Shelter and has approximately 1 mile of lighted trails for walking, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing. There are bonfires at both the Warming Shelter and the Amphitheater, along with free warm beverages at the Amphitheater. No registration is needed and lantern lit walks are free. Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
Oceana Conservation District Annual Spring Dune Grass, Tree, & Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted. Pick up will be on Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart.
Great Indoor Folk Festival
This free event includes musical performances in the Mercato corridor of Building 50, Kirkbride Hall, Left Foot Charley, The Barrel Room, and Higher Grounds in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons- 1200 W. Eleventh St., Traverse City. Visit facebook.com for more information.
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.
West Michigan Symphony presents Gershwin’s Piano Concerto
Frauenthal Center- 425 West Western Ave., Muskegon.
West Michigan Symphony presents Michelle Cann
The Block- 360 W. Western Ave., 2nd floor, Muskegon.
Performance of The Crucible
Friday & Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and Sunday performances are at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Pentwater’s Winterfest includes many family friendly events including fishing tournaments, cross country skiing, sledding, and ice skating.
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.
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 communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Michigan offers weekends during the year where residents and outstate visitors can fish, ORV, or snowmobile without permits.
The annual Hart Winterfest includes fun activities like a cornhole tournament, soup walk, book sale, and more.
Hop aboard the Lake Michigan S.S. Badger Carferry! Take the famous cruise across Lake Michigan and experience the Badger and all it has to do!
Before you make a splash in Lake Michigan, check out the water temperatures for beaches from Manistee, Ludington, Pentwater, and Silver Lake.
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!
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
Winter in Manistee County includes great outdoor activities like skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, ice skating, and more.
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.