Pere Marquette River Canoeing & Kayaking
Pere Marquette River, with it’s moderately fast current and clear water, is an extremely popular river for canoeists and kayakers.
Photo by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
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Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
The Suds on the Shore Craft Beer & Wine Festival is held each August at Ludington's Rotary Park to benefit the United Way of Michigan.
Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
The Village of Brethren is located in Dickson Township about 15 miles east of Manistee. Brethren Days is held over Labor Day weekend.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
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.
Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
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 harbor village of Pentwater offers “Movies on the Green” during June-August. Films are shown on the Village Green in downtown Pentwater.
This service is provided to area residents each August in cooperation with the Michigan Water Stewardship Clean Sweep Program.
Summertime and music just go together perfectly and at the Village Green in the center of Pentwater, the evening is simply charming.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Summer’s coming to an end, so save some money while shopping during downtown Pentwater’s Sidewalk Sale Days!
West Michigan is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
Michigan offers weekends during the year where residents and outstate visitors can fish, ORV, or snowmobile without permits.
August in Ludington means free movies, on three Thursday nights at dusk in Ludington’s Rotary Park (formerly City Park).
The Oceana County Fair is a five-day, fun-filled event held at the fairgrounds in Hart.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
The Manistee County Fair happens each August at the Onekama Fairgrounds along Portage Lake on M-22 with rides, food, entertainment, and more!
We will be adding March events as they are announced. Please check back soon.
Pere Marquette River, with it’s moderately fast current and clear water, is an extremely popular river for canoeists and kayakers.
Pet live animals, enjoy fresh produce and dairy products, and more! Lots of experiences are available for the family when you visit the farm!
A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!
Enjoy the happiest of holidays in West Michigan! From Manistee to Ludington and every city in-between, there is holiday cheer all around!
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 Manistee Riverwalk follows the Manistee River from Jones Street, under the US-31 bridge, behind downtown, and ends at First Street beach.