West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
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West Michigan is a popular location for various races and runs... including the Lakestride Half Marathon and the Lighthouse Triathlon.
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Communities in Mason, Oceana, and Manistee counties sponsor many Easter events and egg hunts for kids in the spring.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Everyone is Irish on St. Patty’s Day, and downtown Ludington is where you want to be for all the fun events!
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
Mason-Lake Conservation District Spring Tree/Shrub Sale
Pre-orders are now being accepted.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Traverse City Restaurant Week
Participants have the opportunity to try new food and places. Restaurants involved will offer a three-course dinner menu for $25, $35, or $45 per person. Takeout options will be available at select locations. Reservations are recommended. For more information, visit traversecity.com.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Performance of Steel Magnolias
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Think Spring Indoor Craft Fair/Yard Sale
Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf- 120 S. Main St., Scottville.
Suds & Snow
Attendees will embark on a scenic half-mile hike through the backwoods to reach the event’s stunning winter wonderland setting. Once there, they’ll be welcomed by over 20 beverage vendors and two food trucks. Guests can enjoy Half Pint and Pint pours, with one token granting a half-pint fill and two tokens for a full pint. For those looking for an extra special experience, the Early Bird VIP Ticket is available. This includes both a commemorative Half Pint and Pint cup, six drink tokens, and early access to the event at 12pm, an hour before the general public. Please note, only 200 Early Bird VIP tickets are available. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit tcsudsandsnow.com. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort- 4050 E. Hammond Rd., Traverse City.
Spring CommUnity Auction
Live & silent auctions, raffles, games, prizes, food, & drinks to benefit students and staff Mason County Central School. Ticket and location information TBA.
Special Lantern-Lit Event
Walk at the Ludington State Park (8800 M-116, Ludington) using the trail along the south side of the Big Sable River on the open southern portion of the park. The route will be marked with lit lanterns and there will be a bonfire at the amphitheater. Parking will be in the lot at the end of the Amphitheater road adjacent to the Skyline Trail.
Ludington Area Center for the Arts Silent Disco
This event is your usual dance part except without speakers or amplifiers. Partygoers wear wireless headphones and tune into one of three different channels and dance to whatever beats are in their headphones. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Only 75 tickets will be sold and tickets can be purchased online at ludingtonartscenter.org or at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA)- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. All tickets purchased at LACA will include a coupon for $2 off your first pint at either Jamesport Brewing Co. or Ludington Bay Brewing. This special offer is good for 30 days from the concert date.
Performance of Talking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Performance of Steel Magnolias
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. West Shore Community College Center Stage Theatre- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Performance of Talking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Benefit Concert
Doors open at 5:30pm and band Backdated will perform, from 7-10pm at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. Beer from Ludington Bay Brewing Company along with wine, seltzer, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets are $50 for floor seats and $75 for balcony seats, and can be purchased at eventbrite.com. Proceeds will benefit the Lakeshore Food Club.
Performance of Total Eclipse of the Harp
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
Fat Tire Biking Season
Riders can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan, and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes. For more info, visit michigan.gov. Silver Lake State Park- 8890 West Shore Dr., Mears.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
Performance of T5lking With…
Presented by the Central Park Players 7:30pm with 1:30 matinee on 3/15. Central Park Place- 421 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven.
Performance of The Addams Family
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays (AND March 15th) at 2pm. Old Towne Playhouse
Performances- 148 E. Eighth St., Traverse City.
Ultimate Sport Show
Thursday from 1-8pm, Friday from 12-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm, and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Exhibitors will be at the show with the latest in outdoor gear, travel information and fishing boats. Tickets are $12 for those age 15 and up and $5 for children under 15. Devos Place- 303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Finny Slam Ice Fishing Tournament
Hosted by Pere Marquette Expeditions and named for local fisherman, Ray Finholm, who passed away in a boating accident. Prize includes a 100% payout for the longest fish in each category: Pike, Steelhead and Perch. You must be in line for measuring by 6pm. Call (231) 845-7285 for more information.
St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Ludington
Includes a 5k, live music, pub crawl, and more.
Family AfFair
Annual free event where over 60 area businesses and community agencies provide resources, information, and fun surprises to local families. This year’s theme is “Under Construction – Building Strong Families”. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Mason County Central School- 300 W. Broadway St., Scottville.
Muskegon St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The annual parade runs down Western Avenue from 6th Street to 2nd Street in downtown Muskegon. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Muskegon Bridal Show
Tickets now available at Fricano’s Manistee River- 440 River St., Manistee. Admission is free and engaged couples will be entered into a raffle. Fricano’s Event Center- 1050 W. Western Ave., Ste 201, Muskegon. For more info, visit facebook.com.
Polar Plunge Fundraiser
Annual fundraiser for Area 24 Special Olympics held at Little River Casino Resort- 2700 Orchard Hwy, Manistee. Registration begins at 11am with the plunge at 1pm. For more info or tickets, visit plungemi.org.
Scottville Clown Band Performance
Clare Irish Festival Parade and Post-parade show at the Clare Moose Lodge- 1890 E. Ludington Dr., Clare.
Covenant Christian School Auction Fundraiser
This is a free event and is open to anyone. The night includes hors d’oeuvres, great community and course opportunities to bid on items in our silent auction, raffles and live auction. Adults only. Entry is free but attendees must pre-register by clicking here. Covenant Christian School- 2980 US-10, Ludington.
Cabin Fever Reliever Party
This annual event includes a Chili Cook Off and live music by Onager from 8pm-12am. This is a B.Y.O.B. event and get reduced cost on admission by bringing 3 non-perishable. All funds and food raised at this event will be distributed to local charitable entities. For more information, visit facebook.com. Skinner Park- 5074 W. 10 1/2 Mile Rd., Irons.
Performance of The Moanin’ Frogs
City Opera House- 106 E. Front St., Traverse City.
Performance by Three Amigos Visit Spain
Presented by the Traverse City Symphony Orchestra at Corson Auditorium- 4000 M-137, Interlochen.
Winter Wednesdays Webinar Series
Presenter is Nathan Ayers from the West Michigan Agroforestry Partnership. Either via Zoom or at the Scottville Library- 204 E. State St., Scottville. Stay tuned for registration link.
Marvac RV & Camping Show
Friday from 1-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm, and Sunday from 12-5pm. $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, and children 12 and under. Purchase tickets by visiting michiganrvandcampgrounds.com. Howe Ice Arena- 1125 W. Civic Center Dr.,, Traverse City.
Egg My Yard
JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) will deliver/hide pre-filled candy and treat eggs in the evening of April 19th for a hassle free Easter Egg hunt on Easter morning. Children can enjoy, long distance relatives can send their love, and families can spend more time together while supporting the Ludington Area Jaycees community programs. Available to households in Mason County. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs, and $65 for 70 eggs. Baskets are also available for $5 each. Reserve your items by clicking here.
AFFEW Native Plant Sale
Orders maybe placed through for Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Lenten Fish Frys in Weare Township
Dine-in or takeout Fish fry’s at St. Joseph Parish Hall- 2349 W. Jackson Rd., Weare Township. For more information, call (231) 873-5776.
March for Meals Walk & 5k
Registration ranges from $10-$40 and required. Register online at runsignup.com. Family and dog friendly. Benefit for Meals on Wheels. For more information, email Haley deVries at hdevries@mowwm.org. Millennium Park- 1400 Maynard, Walker.
Performance by Rhodes & Stagnitta
Presented by the Traverse City Symphony Orchestra at Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Corson Auditorium- 4000 M-137, Interlochen.
Ludington Area Catholic School Lenten Fish Frys
Cost is $15 for adult meals with choice of fried perch, fried shrimp, or combo of perch/shrimp (served with french fries or baked potato, cole slaw, apple sauce and homemade dessert). Kids meals are $9 with choice of perch, shrimp, combo perch/shrimp, with Mac & Cheese or fries; all with the same sides. Dine in or take-out available. Ludington Area Catholic School- 700 Bryant Rd., Ludington.
Introduction to Beekeeping 101
Learn the basics of beekeeping. Hosted by rhe Scottville Beekeepers of Mason County. Cost is $5 per person and a non-perishable food donation to the food pantry. Mason County Reformed Church- 45 S. Amber Rd., Scottville. For more information, call (720) 202-2715.
Preschool, Young 5’s, & Kindergarten Open House at Ludington Area Catholic School
700 E. Bryant Rd., Ludington. For more information, call (231) 843-3188.
Annual JBC Beer Run
Hosted by Jamesport Brewing Company, this is a fun run where you drink a 6 oz. beer then run a .25 mile lap, and repeat 3 more times for a total of 24 oz. and 1 mile. $10 to enter and $5 from each entry will go into the pot o’ gold. Fastest time takes home a trophy. Jamesport Brewing Company- 410 S. James St., Ludington.
Let’s Make Discory Disc Golf Tournament
Grip ‘n Rip Disc Golf hosts this fundraiser for the Lakeshore Food Club Childhood Cancer Campaign, Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, and Manistee & Ludington Animal Control at the West Shore Community College Disc Golf Course- 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville. Cost is $120 per team.
The communities along Lake Michigan are blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us throughout the year.
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Michigan offers weekends during the year where residents and outstate visitors can fish, ORV, or snowmobile without permits.
Created in 1980, this trail has 1,000 miles running through Michigan, which also runs through the Huron-Manistee National Forest.
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes has miles of sand trails and hills, where hikers are rewarded at the end with spectacular views of Lake Michigan.
Standing tall and proud along the shores of Lake Michigan, Point Betsie marks the southern entrance to the Manitou Passage.
Scottville Riverside Park, along the Pere Marquette River, has over 50 modern sites and is popular for camping and fishing.
There’s so much to do in Silver Lake! From hitting the dunes to camping out at the state park — it’s an outdoor adventure for everyone.
The Pere Marquette River area is rich with wildlife, offering great outdoors hunting and fishing opportunities.