The Manistee Elks hosts activities for the whole family at Boos, Brews, & Brats in conjunction with their annual Halloween Party.
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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.
Autumn is a great time in West Michigan, with fall festivals, corn mazes, Halloween parties and ghost ships.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Dune Rides in your ATV or ORV are popular at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Michigan, but many rules and regulations apply.
Pentwater's Oktoberfest features a variety of activities for all ages and interests including the Classic Car and Hot Rod Show and Cruise.
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Arts & Crafts Shows and Bazaars during the fall/winter in West Michigan have handcrafted and specialty items for your Christmas gift giving.
Todd and Brad Reed offer Photography Workshops throughout the year. These classes are great for beginners as well as seasoned professionals.
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
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.
And check out information on Fall Events happening this month, along with your guide to Halloween Parties & Trick or Treating!
October 1-7
Saturday, October 1st
MIHA Regional D Equestrian Meet
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-31, Ludington.
Saturday, October 1st, 12-7pm
Annual Shelby Harvest Festival
Downtown Shelby. For more information, visit shelbyharvestfestival.com.
Saturday, October 1st, 4pm
Steinfest Games
Keg Rolling, Keg Throwing, and more. Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar- 2501 N. Wilson Rd., Silver Lake. For more information, call (231) 873-4909.
October 8-14
Saturday, October 8th, 8am-3pm
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.
Saturday, October 8th, 10am-3pm
Outdoor Craft & Vendor Show
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons- 1200 W. 11th St., Traverse City
Saturday, October 8th, 11am-5pm
Frankfort Fall Festival
Annual festival with fun for the whole family. Visit frankfort-elberta.com for more information.
October 15-21
Sunday, October 16th, 2pm
Final Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
Call (800) 841-4243 for reservations.
October 22-31
Saturday, October 22nd, 5pm
Historic White Pine Village AND the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Closes for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum– 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Monday, October 24th, 5pm
Big Point Sable Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Big Point Sable Lighthouse- 880 M-116, Ludington.
Saturday, October 29th, 9am
Run for Your Lives 5k/10k
Wear a costume, if you wish, and have fun with this holiday event. Choose the length of your run. Start and stop at Legacy Park- 112 N. James St., Ludington. Register by visiting downtownludington.org/runludington.
Saturday, October 29th, 12-2pm
Pentwater Spooktacular
Halloween activities in downtown Pentwater.
