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.
Come see thousands upon thousands of Christmas lights set up in nearly 50 holiday displays at Hopkins Park in Bear Lake.
Come "Home for the Holidays" during the Christmas season in Hart with events scheduled in November & December.
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 popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events will be included.
The Ludington Area Festival of Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light display that runs from Thanksgiving until the last weekend of December.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Downtown Ludington presents the annual Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade in conjunction with Small Business Saturday and more!
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Find all the places where the kids can visit and have pictures taken with Santa in Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, Oceana County, and more.
Pentwater's Christmas in the Village, held throughout the month of December, has carriage rides, shopping, craft fair, and more.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in West Michigan have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Home for the Holidays Parade & Tree Lighting
Parade line-up at Hart Public School- 304 Johnson St., Hart (5:30-6:15pm), Parade (6:30pm) with Tree lighting to follow. Downtown Hart.
Pentwater & Hart Small Business Saturday
Support local businesses by shopping and dining local in Pentwater and Hart.
Annual Christmas Expo
Vendors and door prizes. Event benefit Mason County Family Events and will be held at Cornerstone
Baptist Church- 121 Nelson Rd., Ludington. To register or for more info, email mcfamilyevents@gmail.com.
Ladies Night
Shop vendor booths and bring in a donation for West Shore Family Support for a special drawing. There will also be door prize drawings throughout the night. West Michigan Kitchen Studios- 5909 W. US-10, Ludington.
Deer Hunter’s Dinner
Dine-in or carry out. The event is sponsored by the Evergreen Women’s Group and proceeds benefit local charities. Evergreen Covenant Church- 7396 S. Evergreen Rd., Branch Township.
Traverse City West Senior High Arts & Crafts Show
5376 N. Long Lake Rd. Traverse City
Downtown Holiday Hunt
Downtown Ludington merchants will have exclusive deals, giveaways, and festive atmospheres.
Diapers & Desserts
Families with children ages 3 and under are invited to attend and receive free diapers and treats. A parent or legal guardian must be present to receive diapers for the child(ren). Diapers up to size 6 are available. Car seat safety checks will be available upon request. West Shore Family Support- 603 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington.
Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.
Registration period for the Ludington Area Jaycees Light Up the Night Outdoor Holiday Decorating Competition
Cash prizes in two different categories. Click here to register.
Ludington Area Festival of Lights
Drive-thru lights display at the West Michigan Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington. Cost is $10/vehicle and proceeds go to local non-profits. For more information, visit checkoutthelights.com.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Free traditional Thanksgiving Day Dinner with all the trimmings for anyone in Mason and Oceana Counties. Deliver is available for those homebound or dine-in at Radiant Cburch- 409 S. Washington St., Ludington.
Thanksgiving Dinner For a Cause
Free Thanksgiving meal at Jolly Plate- 2516 N. US-10, Scottville. Any donations will benefit Lakeshore Animal Friends.
Light Up the Park
Santa arrives at 6pm to help light the park, and one lucky K–5 student will flip the switch. Enjoy performances by the Hesperia Schools Band and Choir, horse-drawn wagon rides, free hot cocoa and cookies, collectible ornament, stress balls, glow sticks, and candy bars. Walk the park to see “Twelve Days of Christmas” student art, then view and vote in the Pallet Art and Gingerbread House contests. Kids can also visit the Elves’ Workshop, get a free book, and enter a raffle for a giant Christmas plush. Big Tuck’s Food Truck opens at 5:30pm, and fireworks begin at 7pm.Webster Park- 48 E. South Ave., Hesperia. For more information or to volunteer, visit facebook.com.
Small Business Saturday
Enjoy festive decorations in downtown Ludington while starting your holiday shopping at local businesses. For more info, visit downtownludington.org.
Carriage Rides for a Cause
Free carriage rides at West Shore Bank- 201 W. Loomis St., Ludington. Donations of items like coffee, powdered creamer, sugar, paper towel, toilet paper, and cereal to benefit the local men’s shelter, Hospitality INC.
Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Parade is followed by caroling, a tree lighting, and a Santa visit in Legacy Plaza. 102.7 WMOM-FM radio will be broadcasting the parade live on Facebook. Held in Downtown Ludington.
Bear Lake’s Sparkle in the Park
The annual celebration of the holiday season offers a walk-through display of local business and residential Christmas light displays. Hopkins Park- 7727 Lake St., Bear Lake.
Celebrate all things Ludington at Love Ludington Weekend including a street party, art walk, boat blessing, car show, and more!
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
The M-22 Challenge, held each June near Glen Arbor, is a multi-sport event that challenges all athletes, regardless of skill level.
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.
The harbor village of Pentwater offers “Movies on the Green” during June-August. Films are shown on the Village Green in downtown Pentwater.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
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.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
The annual Manistee National Forest Festival in July features fireworks, parades, and family entertainment in Manistee, Michigan!
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 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.
Festivals and Calendar of Events for Ludington, Manistee, Scottville, Pentwater, Silver Lake Sand Dunes, and Baldwin in West Michigan.
The annual West Shore Art Fair is managed by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts and is held each July at Rotary Park.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
The Ludington Area Jaycees annual Freedom Festival is one of the few great July 4th festivals still in existence in Michigan.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs… including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Various farm markets around Traverse City offer a bounty of the best-tasting produce around, with many open from May until early fall.
Standing tall and proud along the shores of Lake Michigan, Point Betsie marks the southern entrance to the Manitou Passage.
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
The colorful attire and crazy antics of the Scottville Clown Band amuse people, but they also have extraordinary musical talent.
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.