Events
As you plan your trip to Ludington take a look at the links and the list below to see what is happening during your time away. You may find a concert or a shoreline cruise you want to pencil in to your activity schedule or maybe an event to plan a trip around such as a bike race or fishing tournament. Ludington has lots of fun to offer!
2026 Ludington Area Calendar of Events
Love Ludington Weekend
June 5-7
Gus Macker Weekend
June 20-21
Shoreline Cruise on SS Badger
June 6, July 4, July 25, August 22
Pure Ludington Sunset Beach Bonfire
June 25, July 30, August 20
Big Sable Bus Day
For a small fee skip the big hike and take the bus out to the Big Sable lighthouse. Available only select days during the summer: June 27, July 9, 16 & 23, August 13 & 29
Coast to Coast Gravel Grinder bike race /
Blessing of the Boats
June 27
West Shore Art Fair
July 4 - 5
Freedom Festival Parade and Fireworks/Shoreline Cruise
July 4
Ludington Offshore Classic/Big Boys Fishing Tournament
July 13-19
West Shore Bank's Rhythm & Dunes Concert
July 25 & August 1
Gold Coast Art Fair
August 8-9
Suds on the Shore
Over 60 Michigan craft brewers will let you sample their beverages with proceeds benefiting United Way of Mason County. Admission free. Join us August 15.
Ludington Lumber Days
October 2-4
Nov 6-8: Calling all knitters! Ludington Bed & Breakfast Association and Nautical Yarn have created a relaxing weekend for you... combining knitting, great food, and fun time with friends!