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Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
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West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Beer, cider, wine, and more are at this wintertime festival! Stay warm with heaters and a large tent for shelter while you enjoy!
Pentwater's Christmas in the Village, held throughout the month of December, has carriage rides, shopping, craft fair, and more.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
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.
New Year’s Resolution Run 5k
Run course includes downtown Ludington and the 4th Ward area. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Annual Blessing of the Sleds
Sleds gather & breakfast starts at 9am, blessing at 11am. Free, donations accepted. Skinner Park- 5074 W. 10 ½ Mile Rd, Irons.
Home Gardening on a Shoestring Workshop
This workshop, hosted by AFFEW (A Few Friends for the Environment of the World) will teach participants about pollinator and rain gardens, successfully growing inexpensive and easy plants, making seedballs, and more. Cost is $5 for members of the Lakeshore Food Club and $10 for non-members. Purchase tickets at affew.org. The workshop will be held at the Lakeshore Food Club- 920 E. Tinkham Ave., 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 “I Wish to Be a Christmas Tree” by Colleen Monroe. There will be a bonfire and free warm beverages at the amphitheater.
Diapers & Donuts
West Shore Family Support will be giving away free diapers & donuts at Crossroads Church- 1463 E. US-10, Scottville.
Michigan Adventure Race Winter Edition
This race is up to three hours in length and includes teams racing together to find checkpoints, Amazing Race-style challenges, beginner to intermediate orienteering with a topographic map and compass, and snowshoeing. For more information or to register, visit miadventurerace.com.
Mid-Winter Craft/Vendor Show
Indoors next to Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf- 5770 US-10, Ludington. Call Kayleen at (231) 425-3488 for more info.
Elvis Birthday Extravaganza
“Occasionally Elvis” Bill Burnette will perform his impersonation show on Friday from 5-7pm, Saturday from 12-2pm AND 5-7:30pm, and on Sunday from 1-3pm. There will be Elvis specials and free ice cream with any meal. House of Flavors Restaurant- 402 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Free Cross Country Skiing
The Oceana Cross Country Ski Association will host a free cross country skiing event in Crystal Valley. 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.
Lantern Lit Snowshoe Walk
Free walk with bonfire and warm beverages provided. Walks are approximately 1 mile and begin and end at the Ludington State Park Warming Shelter- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Guided Snowshoe Walk
Hike is free and a limited amount of snowshoes are available to use. Walks begin and end at the Ludington State Park Warming Shelter- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
Vietnam Peace Accord Event
All Vietnam Veterans who served in country during the Vietnam War are invited to this event to honor the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord. Those with books on Vietnam or non-weapon memorabilia from their service time are encouraged to bring them. American Legion Post 76- 318 N. James St., Ludington.
Monster Pike Ice Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by PM Expeditions. There will be a 100% payout for the longest pike. This tournament is only for pike- no other fish will be included. Participants must be in line for measuring at Suttons Landing by 5pm. Call (231) 845-7285 for more information.
Pure Ludington Brrrewfest
Taste of the best and most unique flavors of beers, wines, ciders and meads from all around Michigan. Rotary Park- corner of Lewis St. and Ludington Ave., Ludington.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
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!
Communities in Mason, Oceana, and Manistee counties sponsor many Easter events and egg hunts for kids in the spring.
Dune Rides in your ATV or ORV are popular at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Michigan, but many rules and regulations apply.
Scottville Riverside Park, along the Pere Marquette River, has over 50 modern sites and is popular for camping and fishing.
Agriculture plays a large role in the economics of Mason County. Take this self-guided tour to learn about agriculture in Mason County.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is situated at the end of the Leelanau Peninsula within, about eight miles north of the town of Northport.
Created in 1980, this trail has 1,000 miles running through Michigan, which also runs through the Huron-Manistee National Forest.
Take a tour on the Historic S.S. City of Milwaukee car ferry and the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Acacia docked in Manistee, Michigan.
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.
The Hart-Montague Bike Trail consists of 22.5 miles of paved paths for biking, snowmobiling, skating and more!
Get some fresh air and exercise during those cold winter months when you hit the Pentwater Pathway for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
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