Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
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Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
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!
Communities in Mason, Oceana, and Manistee counties sponsor many Easter events and egg hunts for kids in the spring.
Everyone is Irish on St. Patty’s Day, and downtown Ludington is where you want to be for all the fun events!
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.
Mason-Lake Conservation District Spring Tree/Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted.
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.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Think Spring Indoor Craft Fair/Yard Sale
Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf- 120 S. Main St., Scottville.
Suds & Snow
Attendees will embark on a scenic half-mile hike through the backwoods to reach the event’s stunning winter wonderland setting. Once there, they’ll be welcomed by over 20 beverage vendors and two food trucks. Guests can enjoy Half Pint and Pint pours, with one token granting a half-pint fill and two tokens for a full pint. For those looking for an extra special experience, the Early Bird VIP Ticket is available. This includes both a commemorative Half Pint and Pint cup, six drink tokens, and early access to the event at 12pm, an hour before the general public. Please note, only 200 Early Bird VIP tickets are available. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit tcsudsandsnow.com. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort- 4050 E. Hammond Rd., Traverse City.
Spring CommUnity Auction
This event includes auctions, food, & drinks with proceeds to benefit students and staff Mason County Central School. Tickets are $35 each (adults only) and may be purchased at West Shore Bank, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and the MCC Central Business Office in Scottville, or at the Chamber Alliance of Mason County office in Ludington. Doors open at 5:30pm and bidding starts at 6pm. Graystone Event Center- 4079 W. US-10, Ludington.
Special Lantern-Lit Event
Walk at the Ludington State Park (8800 M-116, Ludington) using the trail along the south side of the Big Sable River on the open southern portion of the park. The route will be marked with lit lanterns and there will be a bonfire at the amphitheater. Parking will be in the lot at the end of the Amphitheater road adjacent to the Skyline Trail.
Ludington Area Center for the Arts Silent Disco
This event is your usual dance part except without speakers or amplifiers. Partygoers wear wireless headphones and tune into one of three different channels and dance to whatever beats are in their headphones. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Only 75 tickets will be sold and tickets can be purchased online at ludingtonartscenter.org or at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA)- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. All tickets purchased at LACA will include a coupon for $2 off your first pint at either Jamesport Brewing Co. or Ludington Bay Brewing. This special offer is good for 30 days from the concert date.
Performance of Steel Magnolias
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, Indian Summer apple sauce, condiments and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Fish Frys
Cost is $12 for adult meals, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 eat free. Meals included baked or fried fish, baked potato or french fries, and cole slaw, mac ‘n cheese, roll with butter, non-alcoholic beverage, and dessert. Dine in or take-out available. St. Ann’s Senior Center- 690 9th St., Baldwin.
Performance of Talking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Cost is $14 for ages 9 and up and any donation for those under 8. Dine-in or take-out. Dinners include baked or fried pollack, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of vegetable, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, and choice of delicious desserts. St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
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.
Fish Frys
Cost is $12 for adult meals, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 eat free. Meals included baked or fried fish, baked potato or french fries, and cole slaw, mac ‘n cheese, roll with butter, non-alcoholic beverage, and dessert. Dine in or take-out available. St. Ann’s Senior Center- 690 9th St., Baldwin.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, Indian Summer apple sauce, condiments and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Cost is $14 for ages 9 and up and any donation for those under 8. Dine-in or take-out. Dinners include baked or fried pollack, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of vegetable, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, and choice of delicious desserts. St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Performance of Steel Magnolias
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Performance of Talking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
Benefit Concert
Doors open at 5:30pm and band Backdated will perform, from 7-10pm at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. Beer from Ludington Bay Brewing Company along with wine, seltzer, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets are $50 for floor seats and $75 for balcony seats, and can be purchased at eventbrite.com. Proceeds will benefit the Lakeshore Food Club.
Performance of Total Eclipse of the Harp
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Ludington
Includes a 5k, live music, and more.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Fish Frys
Cost is $12 for adult meals, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 eat free. Meals included baked or fried fish, baked potato or french fries, and cole slaw, mac ‘n cheese, roll with butter, non-alcoholic beverage, and dessert. Dine in or take-out available. St. Ann’s Senior Center- 690 9th St., Baldwin.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, Indian Summer apple sauce, condiments and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Cost is $14 for ages 9 and up and any donation for those under 8. Dine-in or take-out. Dinners include baked or fried pollack, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of vegetable, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, and choice of delicious desserts. St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Performance of T5lking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
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.
Ultimate Sport Show
Thursday from 1-8pm, Friday from 12-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm, and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Exhibitors will be at the show with the latest in outdoor gear, travel information and fishing boats. Tickets are $12 for those age 15 and up and $5 for children under 15. Devos Place- 303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids.
St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Ludington
Includes a 5k, live music, and more.
Finny Slam Ice Fishing Tournament
Hosted by Pere Marquette Expeditions and named for local fisherman, Ray Finholm, who passed away in a boating accident. Prize includes a 100% payout for the longest fish in each category: Pike, Steelhead and Perch. You must be in line for measuring by 6pm. Call (231) 845-7285 for more information.
Family AfFair
Annual free event where over 60 area businesses and community agencies provide resources, information, and fun surprises to local families. This year’s theme is “Under Construction – Building Strong Families”. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Mason County Central School- 300 W. Broadway St., Scottville.
Muskegon St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The annual parade runs down Western Avenue from 6th Street to 2nd Street in downtown Muskegon. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Muskegon Bridal Show
Tickets now available at Fricano’s Manistee River- 440 River St., Manistee. Admission is free and engaged couples will be entered into a raffle. Fricano’s Event Center- 1050 W. Western Ave., Ste 201, Muskegon. For more info, visit facebook.com.
Polar Plunge Fundraiser
Annual fundraiser for Area 24 Special Olympics held at Little River Casino Resort- 2700 Orchard Hwy, Manistee. Registration begins at 11am with the plunge at 1pm. For more info or tickets, visit plungemi.org.
Scottville Clown Band Performance
Clare Irish Festival Parade and Post-parade show at the Clare Moose Lodge- 1890 E. Ludington Dr., Clare.
Annual JBC Beer Run
Hosted by Jamesport Brewing Company, this is a fun run where you drink a 6 oz. beer then run a .25 mile lap, and repeat 3 more times for a total of 24 oz. and 1 mile. $10 to enter and $5 from each entry will go into the pot o’ gold. Fastest time takes home a trophy. Jamesport Brewing Company- 410 S. James St., Ludington. Register at eventbrite.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celebration
Parade starts at MiddleCoast Brewing Company- 329 E State St Unit # 2, Traverse City.
Covenant Christian School Auction Fundraiser
This is a free event and is open to anyone. The night includes hors d’oeuvres, great community and course opportunities to bid on items in our silent auction, raffles and live auction. Adults only. Entry is free but attendees must pre-register by clicking here. Covenant Christian School- 2980 US-10, Ludington.
Cabin Fever Reliever Party
This annual event includes a Chili Cook Off and live music by Onager from 8pm-12am. This is a B.Y.O.B. event and get reduced cost on admission by bringing 3 non-perishable. All funds and food raised at this event will be distributed to local charitable entities. For more information, visit facebook.com. Skinner Park- 5074 W. 10 1/2 Mile Rd., Irons.
Performance of The Moanin’ Frogs
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
Performance of Girl’s Night: The Musical
Frauenthal Theatre- 425 Western Ave. #401, Muskegon.
St. Patrick’s Day Craft & Vendor Show
At Marie’s Art & More- 1369 US-31, Manistee. To register, contact Tina Holey at (231)425-7486.
Performance by Three Amigos Visit Spain
Presented by the Traverse City Symphony Orchestra at Corson Auditorium- 4000 M-137, Interlochen.
St. Patrick’s Wee Parade
Costumes not required but encouraged. Parade lineup on 23rdst in Manistee at 5:15pm!
Costume contest after the parade at Jailhouse Bar and Grill- 2707 Nelson St., Manistee. There will be corned beef and cabbage and drink specials available.
Winter Wednesdays Webinar Series
Presenter is Nathan Ayers from the West Michigan Agroforestry Partnership. Either via Zoom or at the Scottville Library- 204 E. State St., Scottville. Stay tuned for registration link.
Baldwin Elementary Preschool & Kindergarten Round-Up
For Kindergarten, families with children who turn 5 on or before September 1st and for Preschool, families with children who turn 3 1/2 on or before September 1st, 2025 are invited to register for at Baldwin Elementary School- 525 4th St., Baldwin. Parents should bring the child’s birth certificate and a copy of their income tax W2 form or other current income verification.
Marvac RV & Camping Show
Friday from 1-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm, and Sunday from 12-5pm. $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, and children 12 and under. Purchase tickets by visiting michiganrvandcampgrounds.com. Howe Ice Arena- 1125 W. Civic Center Dr.,, Traverse City.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Fish Frys
Cost is $12 for adult meals, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 eat free. Meals included baked or fried fish, baked potato or french fries, and cole slaw, mac ‘n cheese, roll with butter, non-alcoholic beverage, and dessert. Dine in or take-out available. St. Ann’s Senior Center- 690 9th St., Baldwin.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, Indian Summer apple sauce, condiments and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Cost is $14 for ages 9 and up and any donation for those under 8. Dine-in or take-out. Dinners include baked or fried pollack, parsleyed red potatoes, choice of vegetable, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, and choice of delicious desserts. St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Great Lakes Environmental Festival
The mission of this film festival is to encourage people to think about ecology and the present condition of the Great Lakes region. Students will be encouraged to use their 60-second presentation PSA to promote environmental improvement and demonstrate how practical solutions to environmental problems have evolved. Additional events will be scheduled. These, along with event locations, are to be announced. For the most updated information, visit glef.us.
Live stream Performance of National Theatre Live- 42nd Street
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts- 101 Maple St., Manistee.
March for Meals Walk & 5k
Registration ranges from $10-$40 and required. Register online at runsignup.com. Family and dog friendly. Benefit for Meals on Wheels. For more information, email Haley deVries at hdevries@mowwm.org. Millennium Park- 1400 Maynard, Walker.
Let’s Make Discory Disc Golf Tournament
Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf hosts this fundraiser for the Lakeshore Food Club Childhood Cancer Campaign, Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, and Manistee & Ludington Animal Control at the West Shore Community College Disc Golf Course- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville. Cost is $120 per team. Register at discgolfscene.com.
ORV Area Spring Clean-Up
Silver Lake State Park ORV Area- 8696 W. Fox Rd., Silver Lake/Mears.
Performance by Rhodes & Stagnitta
Presented by the Traverse City Symphony Orchestra at Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Corson Auditorium- 4000 M-137, Interlochen.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes has miles of sand trails and hills, where hikers are rewarded at the end with spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
Enjoy the happiest of holidays in West Michigan! From Manistee to Ludington and every city in-between, there is holiday cheer all around!
Much of West Michigan is bicycle-friendly, and you’ll find many nice paths on which to ride. It’s great exercise with great scenery to enjoy.
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.
Set in the heart of downtown Ludington is the Todd & Brad Reed Photo Gallery, and it’s a must-see for anyone who appreciates true beauty.
West Michigan is home to wineries galore! Enjoy a wine tasting tour and sample award winning wines.