Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.

The Ludington Area Jaycees annual Freedom Festival is one of the few great July 4th festivals still in existence in Michigan.

The Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival is held at Dickson Township Park, Brethren, the third Saturday in June.

Summertime and music just go together perfectly and at the Village Green in the center of Pentwater, the evening is simply charming.

Spend a Friday afternoon and evening strolling around the galleries in the quaint harbor village of Pentwater.

Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire on the beach! The Ludington Fire Department mans the fire while you enjoy the sunset.

Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!

The Caswell Horse Park at the Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington is a busy place from May-October, with many horse shows.

Manistee National Forest together with the Huron National Forest occupies almost a million acres of land in Michigan's lower peninsula.

The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.

Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!

Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.

Each summer, the Ludington Lakestride offers three races: a 5k through Cartier Park, a 10k to Decker Road and back, and a half marathon.

Irons Flea Roast and Ox Market features amusement rides, music, tournaments, kids games, food tent, ox market, parade and fireworks.

Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!

Summertime means outdoor arts and crafts fairs, and communities in Manistee County often include these fairs as part of their festivals.

The Frankfort-Elberta area is host to several arts and crafts fairs through the summer months as well as a holiday fair in late November.

This nationally renowned festival includes eight days of air shows, concerts, parades, food tastings, arts/crafts show, and fireworks.

Enjoy a variety of shoreline cruises with various themes on the S.S. Badger Carferry in both Ludington and Manitowoc.

West Michigan is the location for many Car Shows during the summer. Various awards and plaques are presented at these car shows.

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 Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.

West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.

The annual West Shore Art Fair is managed by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts and is held each July at Rotary Park.

After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.

Spending the July 4th holiday in West Michigan makes it a real celebration, as the area has six firework displays!

Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs.

The Ludington Area Jaycees annual Freedom Festival is one of the few great July 4th festivals still in existence in Michigan.