Summertime means outdoor arts and crafts fairs, and communities in Manistee County often include these fairs as part of their festivals.
Photo by Denisse Leon on Unsplash.com
September Events Calendar
Browse by Week
Featured September Events
(Scroll down to see more events in September.)
Autumn is a great time in West Michigan, with fall festivals, corn mazes, Halloween parties and ghost ships.
The City of Scottville has created a new event in 2021 called the Scottville Fall Celebration which will include many activities downtown.
West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Fun Halloween parties and trick or treating take place in West Michigan including Ludington, Scottville, Manistee, and Oceana County.
Manistee is home to several fishing tournaments that you can participate in or be a spectator at when the big one is brought in!
Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.
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.
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
The Annual Hops & Props on the River in Manistee focuses on the city’s rich boating history and Michigan craft beer, cider, and wine.
Friday Night Live now the Final Friday Experience is a street fair offering entertainment, music, food, demonstrations, and more.
The Village of Brethren is located in Dickson Township about 15 miles east of Manistee. Brethren Days is held over Labor Day weekend.
The Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival spans two days and includes a wide variety of activities that are fun for all ages.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Visit downtown Ludington and enjoy music and family activities in an outdoor setting, to celebrate one of the last hurrahs of the season!
September 1-7
Thursday, September 1st, 4-7pm
Live Music in Legacy Plaza
Featuring Coconut Radio. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Friday, September 2nd-Monday, September 5th, 9am-5pm
Brethren Days
The village of Brethren hosts in annual festival with activities for the whole family.
Friday, September 2nd-Saturday, September 3rd
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.
Friday, September 2nd
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Saturday, September 3rd-Sunday, September 4th
MCE Equestrian Speed Show
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
Saturday, September 3rd-Sunday, September 4th
Hart Heritage Days Festival
Hart Historic District- 501 Lincoln St., Hart.
Saturday, September 3rd
PSA/Bannink’s End of Summer Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by the Pentwater Sportfishing Association. For more information or to register, visit nebula.wsimg.com.
Saturday, September 3rd, 9am-11pm
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.
Saturday, September 3rd, 10am-4pm
Elk Rapids Arts & Crafts Show
River Street, Elk Rapids
Sunday, September 4th, 8am-12pm
Pancake Breakfast
Pentwater VFW- 8440 N. US-31, Pentwater.
Sunday, September 4th, 2pm
Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg.
Sunday, September 4th, 4-8pm
Music in the Park
FREE music event at Lindsey’s Park- 310 E. Wilson Dr., Idlewild. Performer TBA. Field games for all ages, picnic tables provided or bring your own table/chairs. Some weekends will include pop-up shops and food vendors. BYOB.
Tuesday, September 6th, 5pm
Ludington North Breakwater Light Closes for the Season
Stearns Park Beach- 420 N. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
September 8-14
Thursday, September 8th, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Friday, September 9th-Saturday, September 10th
Silver Lake Apple & BBQ Festival
Downtown Silver Lake.
Friday, September 9th, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Friday, September 9th, 5-9pm
Benefit Night for the Pentwater Arts Council
Dale & Gail’s Music & Art Gallery- 27 S. State St., Hart.
Saturday, September 10th-Sunday, September 11th
MIHA District 9 Meet
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
Sunday, September 11th, 2pm
Agero Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg.
September 15-21
Thursday, September 15th, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Thursday, September 15th-Sunday, September 18th
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.
Friday, September 16th, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Featuring The Ukes. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Saturday, September 17th
MIHA District 9 Meet
Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 W. US-10, Ludington.
Saturday, September 17th, 8am-12pm
Ludington Petunia Parade Removal Day
Ludington Petunia Parade will be removing petunias on the Avenue and the marina.
Saturday, September 17th, 10am-12pm
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.
Saturday, September 17th, 10am-6pm
Hops & Props on the River
Tasting of over 100 locally crafted beverages from 1pm-6pm, Century Boat Show from 10am-4pm.
Saturday, September 17th, 12-5pm
Scottville Fall Celebration
Event includes family friendly activities 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.
Saturday, September 17th, 4pm
Major League Show Jumping Team Competition Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg.
Saturday, September 17th, 7-8:30pm
AFFEW Beach Clean-up
Beach clean-up at Stearns Park, Ludington.
Sunday, September 18th
Little Sable Point Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Sunday, September 18th, 1pm
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.
Sunday, September 18th, 2pm
Major League Show American Gold Cup Grand Prix Horse Show
Flintfields Horse Park- 6535 Bates Rd., Williamsburg.
September 22-30
Thursday, September 22nd, 10am-1pm
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.
Thursday, September 22nd, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Friday, September 23rd-Saturday, September 24th
Octoberfest in Ludington
Craft beer and live music festival. Downtown Ludington.
Friday, September 23rd, 4-7pm
Live Music in the Plaza
Performer TBA. Legacy Plaza- 110 N. James St., Ludington.
Saturday, September 24th-Sunday, September 25th
Pentwater Fall Arts & Crafts Fair
Pentwater Village Green- 327 S. Hancock St., Pentwater.
Saturday, September 24th, 10am-3pm
Fall Craft Show
Pomona Park- 93 S. 3rd Ave., Fruitport.
Saturday, September 24th, 12-5pm
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.
