2020 Making Memories At Candlelite Inn Bed & Breakfast In Ludington, Michigan - The Sights, Sand, & Sunsets
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As many events have been cancelled, please check back with us.
Make sure to also check out our very own Love Ludington list, with all of our special places. It is posted on the board on the Candlelite Inn's enclosed front porch.
March 2020: Ludington, Michigan Events:
Mamma Mia
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm. WSCC Center Stage Theatre, Scottville.
Tuesday, March 3rd, 7pm-8pm Foster 3rd Grade Program
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Saturday, March 7th, 9amOptimist Youth Chess Tournament
Ludington High School Cafeteria, Ludington.
Saturday, March 7th, 10am-4pm Thrift Crawl
Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Mason County. Participating stores Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Yada Yada, St. Simon's Bargain Center and Goodwill. Ludington.
Saturday, March 7th, 4pm-7pmEmpty Bowls Fundraiser for Lakeshore Food Club
Evening of food, drinks and live music entertainment. Empty Bowl diners purchase a ticket ($25/$50) for a meal of soup, bread and dessert made by local chefs, and choose a keepsake artisan-made bowl. Held at Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Saturday, March 7th, 6pmMCC Spring CommUNITY Auction
Theme: Lights, Camera, Action. Live and silent auctions, raffles, food, drinks and more. All proceeds benefit the Mason County Central Educational Foundation's community programs and the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce business education programs. Tickets: $25/each or $45/two. Held at Greystone Event Center, Ludington.
Sunday, March 8th, 4pm-6pmBob Parker Music Series: Babe Ruthless & The Stinks
On the Ludrock Stage at Sandcastles Children's Museum, downtown Ludington.
Friday, March 13th, 7:30pm Irish Night with Crossbow
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Saturday, March 14th Annual Cabin Fever Reliever
Skinner Park, Irons
Saturday, March 14th, 5:30am-6pm Finny Slam Fishing Tournament
Finny Slam Fishing Tournament at Pere Marquette Expeditions- 1649 S. Pere Marquette Hwy in Ludington.
Saturday, March 14th Ludington St. Patrick's Day Activities
Irish Jog, Irish food, Shopping, Parade (at noon) and 1pm Pub Crawl in downtown Ludington.
Saturday, March 14th, 12:55pm-3:55pm MET Opera "Der Fliegende Hollander" (Wagner)
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Saturday, March 14th, 1pm-4pm Pentwater St. Patrick's Day Scavenger hunts
Two separate scavenger hunts available, one for 21 and older and the other for those under 21. Downtown Pentwater.
Wednesday, March 18th - Saturday, March 21st, 6:30pm-6:30pm MCE Drama Club presents "Delirium's Daughters"
Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St., Fountain.
Thursday, March 19th - Sunday, March 22nd, 12am-12am LHS Spring Musical
Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday matinee at 2pm. Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Thursday, March 19th, 7pm An Intimate Evening with Bob Milne, pianist
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Friday, March 20th, 6pm-8pm Pentwater PTCO Carnival
Pentwater School, Pentwater.
Saturday, March 21st, 7pm Concert by Pianist Bob Milne
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Saturday, March 21st, 7:30pm-9:30pm The Bach + Beethoven Experience: Folk But Baroque
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Monday, March 23rd, 7pm-8pm Jazz Concert featuring five local schools
High school musicians from Manistee, Scottville, Ludington, Hart and Shelby. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ludington. Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Tuesday, March 24th, 12:30pm-3pmFrida - Viva la Vida
Cinematic documentary film about Frida Kahlo. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Tuesday, March 24th, 6pm Sportsman's Dinner
Advance tickets: $25/adult & $20/child 12 & under. After March 15 tickets: $30/adult & $25/child. Lighthouse Baptist Church, 1950 N. Jebavy Drive, Ludington.
Wednesday, March 25th OJ Bands Pops Concert
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
April 2020 CalendarWednesday, April 1st
Opening day of Silver Lake State Park ORV Area
Mears.
Friday, April 3rd - Sunday, April 5th Lakeside Civic Players present: Machinal
Friday & Saturday evening performances, Sunday matinee performance. Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Tuesday, April 7th, 12:30pm-3pm Leonardo 500
Film about Leonardo da Vinci. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Tuesday, April 7th, 1pmSpecial Needs Easter Egg Hunt
Egg Hunt and Bonnet Contest. Circle Rocking "S" Children's Farm, Free Soil.
Thursday, April 9th, 7pmAn Intimate Evening with Dan Seabolt
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Thursday, April 9th, 7:30pm WSCC Jazz Ensemble
WSCC Center Stage Theatre, Scottville.
Saturday, April 11th Girls Rock
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington.
Saturday, April 11th, 10am Hart Hills Gravel Race
Distances offered are 50 miles, 25 miles, 10 miles or 5 miles. The start and finish will be at Hart Pizza in downtown Hart. Registration costs range from $10-$50. A portion of the proceeds from the event will go back to the Crystal Valley Care Fund. Visit www.HartHills.com for maps and to register Hart.
Saturday, April 11th, 12pm-3pm Pentwater Easter on the Green
Picture with the Easter Bunny, egg hunt, bonnet contest and fun activities. Pentwater Village Green, downtown Pentwater.
Saturday, April 11th, 12pm-2pm Hart Community Easter Egg Hunt
Oceana County Fairgrounds, Hart.
Saturday, April 11th, 12:55pm-4:25pm MET Opera "Tosca" (Puccini)
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Monday, April 13th, 7:30pm WSCC Percussion Ensemble & Wind Symphony
Shelby High School Auditorium, Shelby.
Thursday, April 16th - Friday, April 17th, 7:30pm-7:30pm Le Cirque de Esprit
In collaboration with the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Friday, April 17th, 7:30pm Hart Performing Arts Series: Cuarteto Latinoamericano w/Jiji
Middle School Auditorium, Hart.
Saturday, April 18th, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, April 18th, 10am-4pm April Showers Book Sale
Manistee Public Library, Maple Street, Manistee.
Saturday, April 18th, 11am Ludington Lake Jump
Proceeds this year will benefit Lakeshore Food 4 Kids - by Lakeshore Food Club. Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Saturday, April 18th, 12pm-5pm AFFEW Earth Day Celebration
Exhibits, workshops, speakers. United Methodist Church, 5810 E. Bryant Road, Ludington.
Sunday, April 19th, 4pm-6pm Bob Parker Music Series: Chad Rushing & Third Coast Swing
On the Ludrock Stage at Sandcastles Children's Museum, downtown Ludington.
Monday, April 20th, 7pm Lakeview 1st/2nd Program
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Tuesday, April 21st - Wednesday, April 22nd, 7pm-7pm Franklin 1st/2nd Program
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Tuesday, April 21st, 7:30pm WSCC Concert Choir
WSCC Center Stage Theatre, Scottville.
Friday, April 24th - Saturday, April 25th Mason-Lake Conservation District Annual Spring Tree Sale
Pickup at Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, April 25th, 10am Garden Tractor Pull
Dead-boat pull at 10am, transfer sled pull at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-11pm Lud Vegas
Annual fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity. Greystone Event Center, U.S. 10, Ludington.
May Calendar of Events
Saturday, May 2ndHistoric White Pine Village Opens for Season
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Saturday, May 2nd, 7am-12pm Manistee Small Boat Big Fish Tournament
Rain/blow date May 3. Sponsored by Manistee County Sport Fishing Association. Registration and weigh-in at Insta Launch Campground & Marina, Manistee.
Saturday, May 2nd, 1pm-5pm Brews & Beats
Craft Beer, Wine and Cider Festival sponsored by Pentwater Chamber of Commerce and Pentwater Farmer's Market. Taste locally crafted beverages, enjoy live music, grab a snack from the food trucks, and play yard games. Advance Tickets $20|At the Door $30. Ticket includes a glass (approximately 6 ounces) and 6 beer samples. Pentwater Village Green, Pentwater.
Saturday, May 2nd, 6pmLudington/Scottville Chamber Annual Dinner
Lincoln Hills Golf Club, Ludington.
Sunday, May 3rd, 7:30pm LHS Band Spring Concert
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Wednesday, May 6th Big Sable Point Lighthouse opens for season
Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Wednesday, May 6th - Thursday, May 7th, 7pm-7pm Foster 4th/5th Group 1 Program
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Friday, May 8th, 9am SS Badger First Sailing Day
Climb aboard! The S.S. Badger sets sail for the first time this season.
Saturday, May 9th - Sunday, May 10th MIHA Jr. Equestrian Meet
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, May 9th, 12:55pm-3:55pm MET Opera "Maria Sturada" (Donizetti)
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Saturday, May 9th, 7:30pm Michigan Mandolin Orchestra Concert
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Sunday, May 10th, 10am-5pm Mount Baldy Hill Climb
Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park, Mears.
Monday, May 11th - Tuesday, May 12th, 7pm-7pmFoster 4th/5th Group 2 Program
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Tuesday, May 12th, 7pm Pentwater Spring Band Concert
Including 5th/6th grade, junior high and high school bands. Pentwater School, Pentwater.
Wednesday, May 13th, 7:30pm WSCC Performing Arts Series: Gold Coast Chorale
Center Stage Theater, West Shore Community College, Scottville.
Thursday, May 14th, 6pm Scottville Elementary Music Program
A.O. Carlson gymnasium, Scottville.
Thursday, May 14th - Saturday, May 16th, 7pm-10pm Conservatory of Dance Spring Recital
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Friday, May 15th - Sunday, May 17 th Annual Blessing of the Bikes
Two-day vendors market precedes the Sunday Blessing of the Bikes. Baldwin.
Friday, May 15th - Saturday, May 16th Tight Lines for Troops
A charity fishing tournament for Michigan's disabled veterans, held from the port of Manistee.
Friday, May 15th, 7:30pm Hart Performing Arts Series: Peter & Will Anderson Trio
Middle School Auditorium, Hart.
Saturday, May 16thOJ/LHS Arts Showcase
Location and time to be announced.
Saturday, May 16th Mason County 4-H Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, May 16th Petunia Planting Day
Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, May 16th Pere Marquette Memorial Cross Dedication Ceremony
Time to be announced. Followed by event at Ludington Boat Club, Ludington.
Saturday, May 16th, 10am Garden tractor pulls
Dead-boat pull at 10am, transfer sled pull at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Sunday, May 17th Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Sunday, May 17th, 2pm-5pm Wine and Art by the Water
Annual fundraiser sponsored by the Pentwater Women's Club to raise funds for scholarships for seniors. Tickets $25/advance, $30/at door. Pentwater Yacht Club, 205 Dover St., Pentwater.
Sunday, May 17th - Wednesday, December 31st, 4pm-7pm Bob Parker Music Series: Open Mic, host TBD
On the Ludrock Stage at Sandcastles Children's Museum, downtown Ludington.
Tuesday, May 19th, 7:30pm LHS Spring Choir Concert
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Wednesday, May 20th, 7:30pm OJ Talent Show
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Thursday, May 21st, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, May 21st, 7pm MCE Graduation
Mason County Eastern School, Custer.
Thursday, May 21st, 7pm Pentwater Graduation
Pentwater School, Pentwater.
Friday, May 22nd - Saturday, May 23rd Old Engine Club Spring Swap Meet
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Friday, May 22nd - Sunday, September 20th Little Sable Point Lighthouse opens
Open for tours, Mears.
Friday, May 22nd Ludington North Breakwater Light opens for season
Ludington North Breakwater Light, Stearns Park, Ludington.
Friday, May 22nd - Friday, September 18th Ludington Farmers Market
Fridays from 3pm-7pm. James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Friday, May 22nd, 6:30pm LHS Graduation
Hawley Gym, Ludington.
Friday, May 22nd, 7pm MCC Graduation
A.O. Carlson gymnasium, Scottville.
Saturday, May 23rd - Sunday, May 24th Lakeshore Beef Classic
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, May 23rd - Sunday, May 24th National Rabbit Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, May 23rd - Monday, May 25th Memorial Weekend Amateur Salmon and Trout Fishing Derby
Sponsored by Pentwater Sportfishing Association. Register at Pentwater Municipal Marina. Awards at 2pm May 25. Pentwater.
Saturday, May 23rd, 9am-12pm Pentwater Garden Club Plant Sale
Bell Park, in front of Community Hall, downtown Pentwater.
Saturday, May 23rd, 10am-4pm Footsteps for Families Arts/Craft Show
Rotary Park, downtown Ludington
Saturday, May 23rd, 1pm Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, May 23rd, 7:30pm Full Cord Bluegrass Concert
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington
Sunday, May 24th, 8am-12pm Pentwater VFW Pancake Breakfast
VFW Hall, Pentwater.
Monday, May 25th Memorial Day Observances
Ludington 10:30am parade, 11am service/ceremony at Stearns Park. Pentwater 10am parade followed by services at Municipal Marina, Village Green and Pentwater Cemetery, Mears Cemetery 10am, Hart 11am parade.
Wednesday, May 27th, 7:30pm OJ Band Spring Concert
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Thursday, May 28th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, May 28th, 7:30pm Spring OJ Choir Concert
Peterson Auditorium, Ludington.
Friday, May 29th - Saturday, May 30th Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion V 2020
Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar, Silver Lake.
Friday, May 29th, 7:30pm-9:30pm Rush Tribute Project
A tribute to the music of Rush. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Saturday, May 30th Blessing of the Boats
Proceeds donated to Sable Point Lighthouse Keepers Association. Municipal Marina, Ludington.
June Calendar
Monday, June 1st - Monday, September 7th Pentwater Farmers Market
Mondays and Thursdays each week from 10am to 1pm. Pentwater Village Green, Pentwater.
Thursday, June 4th Antique Car Show
Scottville School, Scottville.
Thursday, June 4th - Saturday, June 6th, 12am-12am Camp Greensky Music Festival
Music and camping hosted by Greensky Bluegrass. Hoxeyville Festival Grounds, Wellston.
Thursday, June 4th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington
Saturday, June 6th, 10am-3pm Annual Maritime Magic Arts/Crafts Show
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Saturday, June 6th, 11am-4pm Maritime Museum Anniversary
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Ludington.
Sunday, June 7th Pentwater Start of Summer Party
Outdoor street picnic in downtown Pentwater.
Sunday, June 7th Lakeshore Hog Spectacular
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Thursday, June 11th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, June 11th, 7pm-9pm Music on the Commons: Philip Micheal Scales
Hart Commons, downtown Hart
Friday, June 12th - Sunday, June 14th National Asparagus Festival
Events include a Queen's Pageant, arts/crafts fair, farm tours and parade. Oceana County.
Saturday, June 13th - Sunday, June 14th Free Fishing Weekend
All fishing licenses waived for the weekend.
Saturday, June 13th Ludington Lakestride 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon
Ludington.
Saturday, June 13th Mason County 4-H Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, June 13th Pentwater Community Garage Sales
Throughout Pentwater.
Saturday, June 13th Mason County Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Saturday, June 13th LACA Plein Air Event
During the day, area artists will create a piece of art of a local scene in outdoor settings in public places around downtown Ludington. Public reception and silent auction from 4pm-6pm at Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington. Rain date June 14.
Saturday, June 13th, 9am-12pm Native Plant Sale
Hosted by the Mason-Lake Conservation District and AFFEW at Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Saturday, June 13th, 10am Garden Tractor Pulls
Dead-boat pull at 10am, transfer sled pull at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, June 13th, 9pm-11pm S.S. Badger Love Ludington Weekend Shoreline Cruise
Board at 8:30pm. Tickets $42. Ludington.
Sunday, June 14th Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Sunday, June 14th, 10am-7pm West Shore Pride Fest
Celebration of LGBTQ pride with music, speakers, vendors and food truck. Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Wednesday, June 17th, 5pm-8pm 4-H Ride-Along
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Wednesday, June 17th, 7pm-8pm AFFEW Beach Sweep
Meet at South Concession Stand at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Thursday, June 18th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Friday, June 19th Fish on for Freedom
The sixth annual Fish on For Freedom is a charity, not for profit event, that will be held in our home waters of Ludington, Michigan as a token of thanks from our community to the men and women that have sacrificed so much making this nation what it is today. Ludington.
Saturday, June 20th - Sunday, June 21st Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball
Stearns Park, Ludington.
Saturday, June 20th - Sunday, June 21st Summer Cizzler Series Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, ludington.
Saturday, June 20th, 10am Pentwater Spring Fest Arts/Crafts Fair
Village Green, Pentwater.
Wednesday, June 24th MCSFA Kid Fish Day
Manmade Lake, Manistee.
Wednesday, June 24th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, June 25th - Sunday, June 28th Irons Flea Roast & Ox Market
Four-day festival features amusement rides, live music performances, tournaments, kids games and contests, flea burger food tent, ox market (raffle and souvenir booths), parade and fireworks. Irons.
Thursday, June 25th Living History Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington
Thursday, June 25th, 11:30am-1:30pm Kids Barn Dance & Potluck
Circle Rocking S Childrens Farm, Free Soil.
Thursday, June 25th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, June 25th, 8pm-10pm Sunset Beach Bonfire
Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Friday, June 26th Manistee County Sport Fishing Association Ladies Classic
Manistee.
Friday, June 26th Member Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Friday, June 26th, 5pm-8pm Pentwater Art Stroll
Stroll participating art galleries in Pentwater.
Saturday, June 27th - Sunday, June 28th Manistee County Sportfishing Association Budweiser Pro/Am
Manistee.
Saturday, June 27th - Sunday, June 28th, 9am-3:30pm Coast to Coast Gravel Grinder and Coast Loop 100
210 mile and 100 mile bike ride/race. Stearns Park is the Start / Finish of the 100 mile race and the Finish of the 210 mile race Organization: Michigan Adventure Racing LLC. Stearns Park, Ludington.
Saturday, June 27th, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, June 27th, 12pm-10pm Ludington's Relay for Life
Annual Relay for Life fundraiser for American Cancer Society. This year the event is a one-day event and moves to Rotary Park in downtown Ludington.
Saturday, June 27th, 12pm Mason County Sports Hall of Fame Induction
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Saturday, June 27th, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Monday, June 29th - Sunday, July 5th
Harbor Classic Quarter Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
July Calendar
Wednesday, July 1st - Sunday, July 5th Harbor Classic Quarter Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 1st - Sunday, July 5th Manistee Forest Festival
The annual Manistee Forest Festival promises fun for the entire family. It's one of the largest 4th of July celebrations in the state, presented by the Manistee Chamber of Commerce since 1936. Manistee.
Wednesday, July 1st, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, July 2nd, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, July 2nd, 6pm Hart Sparks Celebration
Celebration from 6pm-10pm, followed by fireworks at 10:15pm. Hart.
Friday, July 3rd, 9am-5pm Forest Festival Book Sale
Manistee Public Library, Maple Street, Manistee.
Friday, July 3rd, 6pm-7:30pm Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival Children & Pet Parade
Costume contest with four categories: Best Group, Best Use of Pet, Most Original and Most Patriotic. Prizes for the winners and goody bags for all participants. Line up at the corner of Loomis/Ferry Streets at 6pm, with step off at 6:30pm. The parade will travel to Waterfront Park and end with the awards ceremony. Downtown Ludington.
Friday, July 3rd, 10pm Pentwater Fireworks
From Charles Mears State Park, Pentwater.
Saturday, July 4th Freedom Festival Parade & Fireworks
Parade at 1:45pm, begins at Madison Street and goes west down Ludington Avenue to Lakeshore Drive. Fireworks at dusk (between 10-10:30pm) over Lake Michigan.
Saturday, July 4th - Sunday, July 5th West Shore Art Fair
Sponsored by Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Saturday, July 4th Thunder Over the Dunes Fireworks
Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park, Mears.
Saturday, July 4th, 9pm-11pm Ludington Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise
Board at 8:30pm. Tickets $52. Ludington.
Sunday, July 5th, 8am-12pm Stony Lake Sparkler 5k Run
Stony Lake Inn, Shelby.
Sunday, July 5th, 8am-12pm Pentwater VFW Pancake Breakfast
VFW Hall, Pentwater.
Wednesday, July 8th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, July 9th - Sunday, July 12th, 8am-5pm Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall
Oceana County Fairgrounds, Hart.
Thursday, July 9th, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington
Thursday, July 9th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Friday, July 10th, 6pm Art Auction for Mason County PAWS
Art auction by Joseph Scott Galleries. Preview at 6pm, auction at 7pm. Tickets $25, proceeds to Mason County PAWS. Stearns Hotel Grand Ballroom, downtown Ludington.
Saturday, July 11th - Sunday, July 12th Ludrock music fundraising event
Saturday 11am-10pm, Sunday 12pm-6pm. Waterfront Park, Ludington
Saturday, July 11th Mason County 4-H Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, July 11th Pentwater Junior Women's Club Fine Art Fair
Village Green, Pentwater.
Saturday, July 11th, 10am Garden Tractor Pulls
Dead-boat pull at 10am, transfer sled pull at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, July 11th, 10am-4pm Bear Lake Book Sale
Sponsored by Manistee Public Library at Bear Lake.
Sunday, July 12th Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Monday, July 13th - Sunday, July 19th Ludington Offshore Classic Fishing tournament
Waterfront Park, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 15th, 7pm-8pm AFFEW Beach Sweep
Meet at South Concession Stand at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 15th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Location to be announced. Ludington.
Thursday, July 16th - Sunday, July 19th MI Low's Rally
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Thursday, July 16th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Friday, July 17th Heroes on the Dunes
Benefit Golf Outing and Concert at Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar, Silver Lake.
Saturday, July 18th - Sunday, July 19th Summer Cizzler Series Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, July 18thLakeside Tour of Homes
Manistee.
Saturday, July 18th, 9am-4:30pm Ludington Old Time Base Ball Tournament
Hosted by Ludington Mariners Old Time Base Ball Club and including the Sidney Stars, Fallasburg Flats and Shanty Boys. Historic White Pine village, Ludington.
Saturday, July 18th, 9am-3pm Spartan River Run
Race from Custer Bridge (S. Custer Road) and finishing at Scottville's Riverside Park (S. Scottville Road). 3 road miles and approximately 5 river miles. Proceeds benefit MCC Educational Foundation. Scottville.
Saturday, July 18th, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, July 18th, 10am-5pm Mears Art Fair
Johnson Square, Mears.
Saturday, July 18th, 12pm-6pm Buccaneer Bash
Ludington Boat Club, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 22nd - Saturday, July 25th Baldwin Troutarama
The Troutarama is packed with even more fun including the Schmidt Amusements Carnival, Youth Fishing Derby, and an entertainment tent with live music. Baldwin.
Wednesday, July 22nd, 5pm-8pm 4-H Ride-Along
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 22nd, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Wednesday, July 22nd, 9pm-11pm Ludington Pirates of Lake Michigan Shoreline Cruise
Board at 8:30pm. Tickets $42. Ludington.
Thursday, July 23rd Living History Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Thursday, July 23rd, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Thursday, July 23rd, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, July 23rd, 8pm-10pm Sunset Beach Bonfire
Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Friday, July 24th - Sunday, July 26th Manistee Salmon Splash
Manistee.
Friday, July 24th - Sunday, July 26th Arcadia Daze
Events include an arts/crafts show, auto muster, 5k race, kids fishing and games, entertainment, grand parade, and post-parade concert. Arcadia.
Friday, July 24th - Sunday, July 26th Ludington Library Used Book Sale
In front of the Ludington Library, downtown Ludington.
Friday, July 24th - Sunday, August 2nd Stratford on the Avenue Shakespeare Festival
Performances Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm-10pm, Sundays at 2pm-5pm. Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Friday, July 24th, 5pm-11pm Back from the Mac Party
Welcoming several participants returning from the Chicago Yacht Club’s 112th Race to Mackinac. Buffet, cash bar, music by Rocket Fuel Haulers, Pentwater Yacht Club, Pentwater.
Friday, July 24th, 6pm-9pm Friday Night Live in downtown Ludington
Featurding food, music and great family activities. Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, July 25th - Sunday, July 26th 4 Seasons Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington
Saturday, July 25th Downtown Hart Car Show
Downtown Hart.
Saturday, July 25th, 6pm West Shore Banks's Rhythm & Dunes Concert Featuring the Landsharks Band
Enjoy beach-themed favorites from Jimmy Buffett and the Beach Boys. Free outdoor concert with a portion of the proceeds from vendor sales donated to the music programs at three Mason County schools. Waterfront Park, downtown Ludington.
Tuesday, July 28th Pioneer Camp
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Wednesday, July 29th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, July 30th - Sunday, August 2nd 46th Annual West Michigan Old Engine Club Show
There are different events each day during the show including tractor pulls featuring antique tractors, garden tractors and doodle bugs. Other events include tractor parades, large flea market, arts and crafts and swap meet. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Thursday, July 30th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, July 30th, 7pm-9pm Music on the Commons: The Smokin Dobroleles
Hart Commons, downtown Hart.
Friday, July 31st Member Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Friday, July 31st - Friday, August 7th Manistee Civic Players Production
Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Friday, July 31st, 5pm-8pm Pentwater Art Stroll
Stroll participating art galleries in Pentwater.
Friday, July 31st, 6pm-9pm
Friday Night Live in downtown Ludington
Featuring food, music and great family acitivities. Downtown Ludington.
August Calendar
Saturday, August 1st - Sunday, August 2nd 46th Annual Western Michigan Old Engine Club Show
There are different events each day during the show including tractor pulls featuring antique tractors, garden tractors and doodle bugs. Other events include tractor parades, large flea market, arts and crafts and swap meet. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, August 1st Benefit Ride
"Lost Boys" Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. Registration 10am, ride 12pm, dinner 5pm. Door prizes, raffles, music, silent auctions. Proceeds benefit Miss Sawyer's "Kids with a Cause." Manistee VFW Walsh Post 4499, 28th St., Manistee.
Saturday, August 1st - Friday, August 7th Manistee Civic Players Production
Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee.
Saturday, August 1st, 6pm West Shore Bank's Rhythm & Dunes Concert Feautring the Mega '80s Band
Rock out to your favorite music from the 1980s. Free outdoor concert with a portion of the proceeds from vendor sales donated to the music programs at three Mason County schools. Waterfront Park, downtown Ludington.
Sunday, August 2nd, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Sunday, August 2nd, 11:30am-2pm Annual Take-Out Chicken Dinner
St. James Episcopal Church, 82 S Wythe St., Pentwater.
Wednesday, August 5th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington
Thursday, August 6th, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Thursday, August 6th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Friday, August 7th, 6pm-9pm Friday Night Live in downtown Ludington
Featuring music, food, and great family activities. Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, August 8th - Sunday, August 9th Gold Coast Artisan Fair
10am-5pm Saturday; 10am-4pm Sunday. Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Saturday, August 8th, 12pm-7pm Fish Fry for Hospice
Annual fish fry/boil and auction fundraiser for Hospice of Mason County. Ludington Boat Club, Ludington.
Saturday, August 8th, 4pm-8pm Grapes on the River
Music, food, wine, beer & spirits, hosted by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. Manistee Municipal Marina, Manistee.
Saturday, August 8th, 7pm-10pm Waterfront Worship Summer Concert
Waterfront Park, Ludington.
Saturday, August 8th, 8pm-11pm Run the Pier 5k
Run the 5th Avenue pier at Manistee.
Sunday, August 9th Ludington Lighthouse Triathlon
Participants register for a variety of swim, bike and run combination events initiating from Stearns Park, downtown Ludington.
Tuesday, August 11th - Saturday, August 15th 82nd Annual Western Michigan Fair
Tractor Pulls, Fireworks, Livestock Sales, Demo Derby, and more. Mason County Fairgrounds, U.S. 10, Ludington.
Wednesday, August 12th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Wednesday, August 12th, 9pm-11pm Ludington Bon Voyage to Summer Shoreline Cruise
Board at 8:30pm. Tickets $42. Ludington.
Thursday, August 13th - Sunday, August 16th Pentwater Homecoming
Theme: Discover Pentwater: Come for a day, a week, a life. Downtown Pentwater.
Thursday, August 13th Living History Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Thursday, August 13th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington
Thursday, August 13th, 7pm-9pm Music on the Commons: Yesterday's Wine
Hart Commons, downtown Hart.
Saturday, August 15th, 1pm-7pm Suds on the Shore Craft Beer & Wine Festival
Annual craft beer and wine tasting festival, live music and food. Ludington Rotary Park, downtown Ludington.
Sunday, August 16th, 8am-12pm VFW Pancake Breakfast
VFW Hall, Pentwater.
Monday, August 17th, 9am-1pm Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Mason County Road Commission building, Scottville.
Wednesday, August 19th, 7pm-8pm AFFEW Beach Sweep
Meet at South Concession Stand at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Wednesday, August 19th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, August 20th, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Thursday, August 20th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington
Sunday, August 23rd Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Monday, August 24th, 7pm-9pm General Assembly Big Band Concert
Hosted by House of Flavors, Rotary Park, Ludington.
Tuesday, August 25th - Saturday, August 29th 149th Annual Oceana County Fair
The five-day event features fun and exciting events at the end of summer. Area youth show off the animals they raised in the livestock barns. The Exhibition Halls house the creative exhibits produced by all ages. Thrilling fun can be found on the midway and at the exciting events at the grandstand. Oceana County Fairgrounds, Hart.
Wednesday, August 26th - Sunday, August 30th Manistee Monster Mania Watson Country Ram/Jeep fishing tournament
Manistee.
Wednesday, August 26th, 7pm-9pm LACA Summer Concert Series
Waterfront Park, 300 S. William St., Ludington.
Thursday, August 27th - Sunday, August 30th Lisa Terry Memorial Quarter Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Thursday, August 27th, 5pm-8pm Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington.
Thursday, August 27th, 7pm-9pm Music on the Commons: Scottville Clown Band
Hart Commons, downtown Hart.
Thursday, August 27th, 8pm-10pm Sunset Beach Bonfire
Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Friday, August 28th - Saturday, August 29th Pentwater Sidewalk Sales
Great bargains during Sidewalk Sales in Pentwater.
Friday, August 28th Member Day
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Friday, August 28th, 5pm-8pm Pentwater Art Stroll
Stroll participating art galleries in downtown Pentwater.
September Calendar
Thursday, September 3rd, 5pm-8pm
Music in the Plaza
James Street Plaza, downtown Ludington
Saturday, September 5th - Sunday, September 6th Shoreline All Breed Youth Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, September 5th - Sunday, September 6th 32nd Annual Hart Heritage Days
Hart Area Historic District at Lincoln & Union Streets, downtown Hart.
Saturday, September 5th - Sunday, September 6th 25th Annual Hart Pow Wow
Also known as the Honoring Our Elders Traditional Pow Wow. Oceana County Fairgrounds, Hart.
Saturday, September 5th, 12am Bannink's Lines Down End of Summer Tournament
Sponsored by Pentwater Sportfishing Association. Registration and Weigh-in at Pentwater Marina Gazebo. Pentwater.
Saturday, September 5th, 10am-3pm LACA Indoor Juried Fine Art Fair
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Saturday, September 5th, 10am-4pm Summers End Book Sale
Manistee Public Library, Maple Street, Manistee.
Sunday, September 6th, 8am-12pm VFW Pancake Breakfast
Pentwater VFW Hall, Pentwater.
Friday, September 11th - Saturday, September 12th Silver Lake BBQ Festival
Includes Amateur & Professional BBQ Competition, craft show, classic auto & truck show, dune buggy show, beer tent, food vendors and live entertainment. Silver Lake.
Friday, September 11th - Saturday, September 12th Silver Lake Apple & Barbecue Festival
The two-day event includes Amateur & Professional BBQ Competition, craft show, classic auto & truck show, dune buggy show, beer tent, food vendors and live entertainment. Silver Lake.
Saturday, September 12th, 9am-12pm Walk to End Alzheimer's
Waterfront Park, Ludington.
Saturday, September 12th, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Sunday, September 13th Mason County Saddle Club Horse Show
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Sunday, September 13th, 10am-5pm Fall Mount Baldy Hill Climb
Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park, Mears.
Friday, September 18th, 11am-4pm City of Midland 41 80th Anniversary
Remembering the Queen of the Lake: City of Midland 41 Anniversary (PLMM) Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the launch. Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.
Saturday, September 19th Hops & Props on the River
Downtown Manistee.
Saturday, September 19th - Sunday, September 20t hMIHA District 9 Equestrian Meet
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, September 19th, 10am-12pm AFFEW Beach Sweep Intercoastal Cleanup
Meet at South Concession Stand at Stearns Park Beach, Ludington.
Saturday, September 19th, 10am Garden Tractor Pulls
Dead-boat pull at 10am, transfer sled pull at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, September 19th, 12pm-5pm Bus Day to Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Fees to ride the bus are $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for Children 12 and under. Standard admission to climb the tower will be charge at the Lighthouse. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington State Park, Ludington.
Sunday, September 20th 25th Anniversary of Blessing of the Animals
Circle Rocking S Childrens Farm, Free Soil.
Friday, September 25th - Saturday, September 26th Octoberfest Music and Craft Beer Festival presented by Bell's
Bell's Beer, live music on stage, chili walk Saturday from 12pm-3pm, pub crawl games Friday from 5pm-10pm. Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, September 26t hMIHA District 9 Equestrian Meet
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, September 26th - Sunday, September 27th
Pentwater Fall Fest Arts/Crafts Fair
Village Green, Pentwater.
October Calendar
Saturday, October 3rd - Sunday, October 4th
MIHA Region D Equestrian Meet
Mason County Fairgrounds, Ludington.
Saturday, October 3rd, 9am-5pm St. Simon AppleFest
St. Simon/Ludington Area Catholic School, Bryant Road, Ludington.
Saturday, October 3rd, 10am Antique Tractor Pull
Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, October 3rd, 12pm-7pm Hippie Fest
Featuring Woodstock Tribute and hippie Jam bands, bohemian shopping, vintage hippie car show, DIY tie-dye, giant bubble garden, cirque performers, kids activities, food and beverages. Advance tickets required. Val-Du, Mears.
Sunday, October 4th AFFEW Music for the Earth 30th Anniversary Celebration
A music event celebrating the 30th anniversary of AFFEW (A Few Friends for the Environment of the World). Held at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Tuesday, October 6th, 3:30pm Special Needs Halloween Hayride & Potluck
Circle Rocking S Childrens Farm, Free Soil.
Saturday, October 10th Pentwater Oktoberfest
Comedy night, Pumpkin & Face Painting, Home Tour, Classic Car & Hot Rod Show, Chili Cook-Off, Corn Hole Tournament, Ring Toss, Stein Hoisting, Raffle, MSU on the Big Screen, Music, Polka Dance Contest, Live Polka Band. Pentwater.
Saturday, October 10th, 10am Garden Tractor Pulls
Dead-boat pulls at 10am, transfer sled pulls at 1pm. Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds, S. Scottville Road, Scottville.
Saturday, October 10th, 10am-4pm C.O.V.E. Home Tour
Select homes open for touring. Ticket prices benefit C.O.V.E., Pentwater.
Sunday, October 11th, 9am Last Sailing Day of Season for S.S. Badger
Enjoy the Badger's last sailing of the season.
Saturday, October 17th, 10am-3:30pm Haunted Village
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Saturday, October 31s tLudington Trick or Treat, Costume Parage
Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, October 31st
Spooktacular Halloween
Downtown Pentwater.
November Calendar of Events
Saturday, November 14th, 10am-4pm
Book Hunters Sale
Manistee Public Library, Maple Street, Manistee.
Saturday, November 21st, 9am-3pm Christmas Shoppe Arts & Crafts Show
Mason County Reformed Church, Amber Road, Scottville.
Friday, November 27th, 6:30pm Downtown Hart Home for the Holidays Parade
Downtown Hart.
Saturday, November 28th Aglow on the Avenue Holiday Parade
Downtown Ludington.
Saturday, November 28th, 10am-4pm 12th annual Ludington Arts Center Holiday Craft Show
Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Saturday, November 28th, 6pm Silver Lake Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Golden Township Park, Silver Lake.
December Calendar of Events
Wednesday, December 2nd, 6pm
Annual Rotary Club Fundraiser Auction
Proceeds support the Rotary Club's STRIVE program. Held at Lincoln Hills Golf Club, Ludington.
Friday, December 4th, 4pm-7pm Holiday Harbor
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Ludington.
Saturday, December 5th, 9am-3pm Christmas Craft Fair
Hosted by the Pentwater School Bands. Pentwater School, Park Street, Pentwater.
Friday, December 11th - Saturday, December 12th, 5:30pm-8:30pm Pioneer Christmas
Historic White Pine Village, Ludington.
Friday, December 11th, 7pm Annual We'll Be Home for the Holidays concert
Free annual concert; donations appreciated. Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., downtown Ludington.
Thursday, December 31st Ludington New Year's Eve Ball Drop
Downtown Ludington.
Thursday, December 31st, 7pm-11:30pm Light Up the Lake Family Party
New Year's Eve celebration, downtown Ludington.
Candlelite Inn Bed & Breakfast
709 East Ludington Avenue
Ludington, Michigan 49431
(231) 845-8074
Innkeeper: Melanie Barnard
Email melanie@candleliteinnludington.com
www.candleliteinnludington.com
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