One notable highlight of the Halloween season in Manistee is the popular Ghost Ship, the S.S. City of Milwaukee, docked off Arthur Street.
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One notable highlight of the Halloween season in Manistee is the popular Ghost Ship, the S.S. City of Milwaukee, docked off Arthur Street.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
West Michigan is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.
Ludrock Nation is an organization presenting events: Ludrock, Girls Rock, Ludrock All Stars, Night of Fright to benefit other non-profits.
Pentwater's Oktoberfest features a variety of activities for all ages and interests including the Classic Car and Hot Rod Show and Cruise.
Book lovers will find bargains at the many used book sales held in Manistee, Ludington, and Hart in West Michigan.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
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!
Autumn is a great time in West Michigan, with fall festivals, corn mazes, Halloween parties and ghost ships.
Explore the City of Grand Rapids as it fills with hundreds of pieces of art. From photography to sculptures and paintings.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
The Manistee Elks hosts activities for the whole family at Boos, Brews, & Brats in conjunction with their annual Halloween Party.
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.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events will be included.
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in West Michigan have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Dune Rides in your ATV or ORV are popular at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Michigan, but many rules and regulations apply.
Splendor of Fall Photography Workshop
Workshop presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography.
Big Point Sable Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Big Point Sable Lighthouse– 880 M-116, Ludington.
White River Light Station Closes for the Season
White River Light Station– 6199 Murray Rd., Whitehall.
Frankfort Beer Week
Craft beer festival with food and more, happening throughout Benzie County. Visit frankfortbeerweek.com for more info.
Barley, BBQ, & Beats
This event is a fundraiser for Hospice of Michigan and showcases barbecue from leading pit masters, hand-crafted cocktails from select Michigan distilleries, and live music. Tickets on sale March 11, 2024. $65 per person; $75 per person at the door. Open only to guests ages 21 and older. Visit hom.org/bbb-tc for tickets or more info. Park Place Hotel & Conference Center- 300 E. State St., Traverse City.
Ludington Lumber Days
A fall festival weekend filled with lumberjack-themed excitement, rich history, lively music, and adventures for all ages.
Annual Walk to End Alzheimers
Registration begins at 9am with the opening ceremony at 10am and walk to follow. Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington. For more information or to register a team, visit act.alz.org.
Benzie County Fall Festival
Annual festival with fun for the whole family. Events in Beulah & Benzonia. Visit clcba.com for more info.
Outdoor Craft & Vendor Show
Shop on the historic front lawn of The Village at Grand Traverse Commons- 1200 W. Eleventh St., Traverse City. To register, visit fareharbor.com.
ArtWalk
Downtown Hart. For more information, visit takemetohart.org.
Chow Down Centertown
Annual Makers Market/Food Truck Rally/Live Music Street party. For the most updated information, visit facebook.com. 7th Street from Washington to Elliot, Grand Haven.
Onekama Fall Festival
Craft and food vendors, games, music, and more! Visit onekama.info for more information. Onekama Village Park- Portage Ave., Onekama.
Pentwater Oktoberfest
Classic Car & Hot Rod Show, Stumble Stout 5k, Entertainment Tent on the Village Green, Chili Cook-Off, Live Polka Music, Yard Games. Downtown Pentwater.
Frankfort Fall Festival
Annual festival with fun for the whole family including an arts & crafts fair. Visit frankfort-elberta.com for more information.
Pentwater Home Tour
This event is a benefit for COVE and includes six locations in the Pentwater area. Tickets are $25 each. Visit callcove.com for tickets or more info.
Final Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
Call (800) 841-4243 for reservations.
Diapers & Desserts
Families with children ages 3 and under are invited to attend and receive free diapers and dessert at Lighthouse Lutheran Church- 8756 N. Balmoral Ave., Pentwater. A parent or legal guardian must be present to receive diapers for the child(ren). We will have diapers up to size 6 available.
Advanced Photography Workshop Weekend
Presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography and held at the Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast- 602 E. Ludington, Ave., Ludington.
Historic White Pine Village Closes for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Backwoods & Badges Sheriff’s Fundraiser
Event will raise funds for the Friends of the Mason County Sheriffy’s Office and tickets include food, raffles, door prizes, and music by Barely Devils. Attendees may BYOB. It will be held at the Free Soil Community Center- 8480 N. Democrat St., Free Soil, and tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Ten31 Stop in Scottville, Ludington Liquor, Cardinal Restaurant in Custer, The Hof Bar & Grille and Ertie’s Forest Trail Marathon in Free Soil. Contact Sarah Salamey at (989) 400-1086 or saramay23@gmail.com for more info.
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.
Run for Your Lives 5k
This race begins and ends at Ludington’s Legacy Plaza. Runners are encouraged to dress in costume.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs… including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Downtown Traverse City bustles with party goers for the annual CherryT Ball Drop held on New Year’s Eve drawing between 8,000-12,000 people.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Come see thousands upon thousands of Christmas lights set up in nearly 50 holiday displays at Hopkins Park in Bear Lake.
Find all the places where the kids can visit and have pictures taken with Santa in Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, Oceana County, and more.
Downtown Ludington hosts an annual lighted ball drop on New Year’s Eve along with live music, beer tent, and fireworks.
The Ludington Area Festival of Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light display that runs from Thanksgiving until the last weekend of December.
The Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program is typically held each September and is a precursor to the Miss Michigan program.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in West Michigan have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes has miles of sand trails and hills, where hikers are rewarded at the end with spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
The Silver Lake State Park is 3,000 acres and is situated between Silver Lake and Lake Michigan, offering boating, fishing, swimming, & ORV.
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
The historical Vogue Theatre in Manistee, renovated as a modern-day movie theater, shows current movies, classic films, and family movies.
The Traverse City Opera House has a 700-seat theater which offers a place for quality arts and cultural entertainment.
Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.