Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.

The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.

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

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

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

West Shore Bank hosts the Rhythm & Dunes Summer Concert Series each summer at the Waterfront Park Pavilion in downtown Ludington.

After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.

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.

Summertime and music just go together perfectly and at the Village Green in the center of Pentwater, the evening is simply charming.

Spend a Friday afternoon and evening strolling around the galleries in the quaint harbor village of Pentwater.

Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!

The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.

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!

The harbor village of Pentwater offers “Movies on the Green” during June-August. Films are shown on the Village Green in downtown Pentwater.

The Frankfort-Elberta area is host to several arts and crafts fairs through the summer months as well as a holiday fair in late November.

The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.

Kaleva Heritage Days is a festival which includes softball tournament, car show, pony rides, parade, arts and crafts, fireworks, and more.

Each July, Baldwin comes alive with the Baldwin Troutarama which include an entertainment tent, midway, concerts, and more.

Annually, late in July, the Village population soars with attendees and participants in the annual Arcadia Daze celebration.

Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.

Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.

West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.

West Michigan is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.