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Visit downtown Ludington and enjoy music and family activities in an outdoor setting, to celebrate one of the last hurrahs of the season!
The Village of Brethren is located in Dickson Township about 15 miles east of Manistee. Brethren Days is held over Labor Day weekend.
Autumn is a great time in West Michigan, with fall festivals, corn mazes, Halloween parties and ghost ships.
Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.
The City of Scottville has created a new event in 2021 called the Scottville Fall Celebration which will include many activities downtown.
Learn about the annual Young Eagles Rallies in Mason and Oceana Counties and find information about flights at the Mason County Airport.
Explore the City of Grand Rapids as it fills with hundreds of pieces of art. From photography to sculptures and paintings.
Bear Lake has a variety of activities for Bear Lake Days each July. Events include parade, fireworks, car show, kids activities, and more.
Friday Night Live now the Final Friday Experience is a street fair offering entertainment, music, food, demonstrations, and more.
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 Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival spans two days and includes a wide variety of activities that are fun for all ages.
The Annual Hops & Props on the River in Manistee focuses on the city’s rich boating history and Michigan craft beer, cider, and wine.
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
Summertime means outdoor arts and crafts fairs, and communities in Manistee County often include these fairs as part of their festivals.
Manistee is home to several fishing tournaments that you can participate in or be a spectator at when the big one is brought in!
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Historic Trolley Tours
Families and patrons of all ages are invited to join in a library-sponsored historic trolley tour, operated by Manistee County Transportation. Perfect for homeschooling families and those interested in the industrious history of Manistee. Space is limited and registration is required. Register by calling the Manistee County Library at (231) 723-2519.
Blazer Bash
Community back to school event. Free food and prizes, fun and games, community resources and goods provided by Kalkaska Public Schools and community organizations. Call Heather at (231) 499-7814 for more information.
Live Music in Legacy Plaza
Featuring Coconut Radio. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Sunset Bonfire
Free bonfire with live music at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Brethren Days
The village of Brethren hosts in annual festival with activities for the whole family.
Minnehaha Brewhaha Music Festival
Live music festival with food trucks, 5k & 15k races, and brew tent. Friday from 6pm-12am and Saturday from 6-11pm. Races are Saturday at 8am. Enjoy two bands in the Brew Tent Friday night and eight bands plus beer tasting Saturday. Visit music-moves-me.org for tickets or more information. Arcadia Marine- 17073 Northwood Hwy, Arcadia.
Kiwanis Labor Day Weekend Car Show
Friday Drive-In Preview from 6-9pm on first two blocks of East Water St., Boyne City. Saturday Car Show from 8am-4pm at Veterans Memorial Park- 207 N. Lake St., Boyne City. For more information, call (231) 420-0903
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring Canopy Space. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
MCE Equestrian Speed Show
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
PSA/Bannink’s End of Summer Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by the Pentwater Sportfishing Association. For more information or to register, visit nebula.wsimg.com.
Craft & Yard Sale
Tallman Lake Senior Center- 6765 E. Marshall Rd., Fountain. For more information, call Karen Ross at (231) 499-1363.
5th Annual Floatilla
Boats will congregate on Pere Marquette Lake and parade around the harbor to bid farewell to the summer of 2022. Decorations, lights ,and costumes are encouraged. Prizes for top 3 decorated boats. For more info, contact Amanda at (231) 392-4709.
LaborFest 2022
Car show, parade, live music by Here Come the Mummies, and food/beverage tent. First Street Beach, Manistee. Visit manisteelaborfest.com for more information.
Labor Day Book Sale
Parking lot behind Manistee Library- 95 Maple St., Manistee.
Elk Rapids Arts & Crafts Show
River Street, Elk Rapids
Hart Heritage Festival
Church service at 10:30am at the Sackrider Church, luncheon at 11:45am (pork, chicken, sweet corn, slaw, potato, veggies, roll and dessert all for $15), and raffle for a 1979 Cadillac Coupe at 2pm (tickets available onsite and at the district office). Hart Historic District- 501 Lincoln St., Hart. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg. For more information, email julie@traversecityhorseshows.com.
Holland Zeeland Labor Day Truck Parade
Bring the family, earplugs, and an appetite for big trucks, ice cream, and giveaways. Parade travels from Zeeland to Holland. Ice cream social following the parade. For more information, visit truckparade.org.
Ludington North Breakwater Light Closes for the Season
Stearns Park Beach- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring Mike Lenich. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Silver Lake Apple & BBQ Festival
Activities for the whole family. Downtown Silver Lake.
An Evening of New Short Plays
A presentation of short plays written by local playwrights Rick Plummer and Maripat Allen. Ludington Area Center for the Arts– 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring Mallory Shinn. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
MIHA District 9 Meet
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
Oceana County Young Eagles Rally
Kids ages 8-17 are invited to take a free airplane ride with a local pilot. Flights are first come, first serve and a guardian must be present. Sponsored by EAA #772. Oceana County Airport- 1805 W. Baseline Rd., Shelby.
Agero Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg. For more information, email julie@traversecityhorseshows.com.
Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program
Women between the ages of 18-26 from Mason, Manistee, Oceana and (new for 2022) Lake counties compete and are judged based on-talent, evening wear, on-stage interview, and their social impact initiative pitch. The winner is qualified to enter the Miss Michigan Pageant, a precursor to the Miss America Pageant. Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
An Evening of New Short Plays
A presentation of short plays written by local playwrights Rick Plummer and Maripat Allen. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts– 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Michigan Irish Music Festival
The festival features 6 stages of music, culture, dance, and more. Heritage Landing- 1051 Shoreline Dr., Muskegon. For more information and tickets, visit michiganirish.org.
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring Road Less Traveled. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Swing Guitars of Cologne
Live performance. Ludington Area Center for the Arts– 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring The Ukes. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
The Verve Pipe
Free performance sponsored by the West Shore Community College Performing Arts Series. Downtown Scottville.
MIHA District 9 Meet
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
Ludington Petunia Parade Removal Day
Ludington Petunia Parade will be removing petunias on the Avenue and the marina.
Lumberjack Day & Lumberjack Breakfast
Enjoy a Lumberjack Breakfast of flapjacks, sausage, and hashbrowns then take in the history of Mason County settlers by touring the village. Cost is $20 for Adults, $18 for Seniors, $16 for Children ages 4-13, and free for Children under age 4. Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Hops & Props on the River
Tasting of over 100 locally crafted beverages from 1pm-6pm, Century Boat Show from 10am-4pm.
Scottville Fall Celebration
Event includes family friendly activities, the Mason County Princess Pageant (1pm), and a performance by the Scottville Clown Band. Downtown Scottville, 100 Blocks of South Main & Blaine Streets. For the most updated information, visit cityofscottville.org.
Mason County Princess Pageant
Girls ages 4-7 that live in Mason County, attend a Mason County school, or have a relative that is a resident of Mason County are invited to participate. This pageant will be held in downtown Scottville and is limited to the first 30 girls that turn in their completed application. All girls will receive a crown and goody bag. They will each claim the title of Mason County Princess. They will be answering 3-5 questions on stage during the event. Pre-registration is required by September 3rd and can be found at forms.gle. Those with questions can email Andrea at mcprincesspageant@gmail.com.
Major League Show Jumping Team Competition Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg. For more information, email julie@traversecityhorseshows.com.
AFFEW Beach Clean-up
Beach clean-up at Stearns Park, Ludington.
Little Sable Point Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Gun Show
Fremont Rec Center- 201 E. Maple St., Fremont. For more information, call Jeff at (231) 854-1634.
Free Soil Gun & Knife Show
Event includes a 50/50 raffle (need not be present to win, and food and beverages for purchase. Cost is $4 for veterans/seniors and $5 for all else. 8-foot vendor tables are $20 each and can be reserved by calling Gregg at (231) 464-5454. 8480 Democrat St., Free Soil.
Blessing of the Animals at Circle Rocking “S” Children’s Farm
Blessing of the Animals, silent auction, and old fashioned games. Circle Rocking “S” Children’s Farm- 5487 N. Tuttle Rd., Free Soil. Click here for more information.
Major League Show American Gold Cup Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg. For more information, email julie@traversecityhorseshows.com.
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Virtual performances. 24th at 11am and 27th/30th at 1pm. Ludington Area Center for the Arts– 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Pentwater Harvest Day
Pentwater’s Farmer’s Market will be open for one last time during 2022. Pentwater Village Green- 327 S. Hancock St., Pentwater. Visit pentwater.org for more information.
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.
Octoberfest in Ludington
Craft beer and live music festival. Downtown Ludington.
Tonic Sol-fa A Capella Ensemble
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts– 101 Maple St., Manistee.
Pentwater Fall Arts & Crafts Fair
Pentwater Village Green- 327 S. Hancock St., Pentwater.
Michigan Adventure Race: Manistee National Forest at Caberfae
To register or for more info, visit miadventurerace.com. Starts at 1 Caberfae Lane, Cadillac.
Baldwin Salmon Run 2k/5k/10k
Baldwin Village Hall- 620 Washington St, Baldwin. Register at racewire.com.
Fall Craft Show
Pomona Park- 93 S. 3rd Ave., Fruitport. For more information, email stephmalone01@yahoo.com.
Harvest Festival Craft Show/Flea Market
Downtown Bellaire. Call (231) 533-6023 for more information.
Bus Day to Big Point Sable Lighthouse
Free concert from 1-3pm. Bus transportation from 12pm-5pm. Big Sable Point Lighthouse in Ludington State Park- 8800 M-116, Ludington.
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.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Pentwater’s Christmas in the Village, held throughout the month of December, has carriage rides, shopping, craft fair, and more.
Manistee Michigan’s Victorian Sleighbell Parade and Old Christmas Weekend is held the first full weekend of December.
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