
The Ludington Petunia Parade Pulls Flowers on September 12th
During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.
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The skies are heavy with ominous clouds. Biting cold air envelops our bodies and the trees are ablaze with color. It’s late October- time for pumpkins, ghouls, and witches to come out and scare innocent souls, in search of a treat.
Of course, we’re talking about Halloween, that most frightening time of year. West Michigan is not only beautiful in October, but there are plenty of annual events to satisfy the timid and those that dare to be scared!

During the summer is the Petunia Parade in Ludington featuring 30,000 petunias lining Ludington Avenue and the marina.

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

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

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

Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!

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

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

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.

Find artifacts, photographs, and lots of information and stories about the rich history of Pentwater at this historic museum!

A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!

Scottville Riverside Park, along the Pere Marquette River, has over 50 modern sites and is popular for camping and fishing.

Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.

Pere Marquette River, with it’s moderately fast current and clear water, is an extremely popular river for canoeists and kayakers.

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!