Best events in

Ludington

When the summer sun hits the Lake Michigan shore, the calendar of events and things to do in Ludington, MI, really comes alive. The walkable downtown area is a hub for art fairs and festivals, centered around venues like Rotary Park and the Waterfront Park Pavilion. Beyond the downtown core, cultural programming extends to performances at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts and the annual Western Michigan Fair.

• Stroll through downtown Ludington, where Legacy Plaza hosts markets and Rotary Park is the scene for annual events like the Suds on the Shore Beer & Wine Festival.
• Catch free live music at the Waterfront Park Pavilion during the Rhythm & Dunes Concerts or enjoy local theater from the Lakeside Civic Players at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts.
• Experience large-scale community traditions, from the annual Western Michigan Fair at the Mason County Fairgrounds to the Jaycees Freedom Festival fireworks over Lake Michigan.