Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
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An Art Collection by Sue Brown
An art show by photographer Sue Brown begins Friday, June 26, with a 5 p.m. public reception at Timeless Framing in Downtown Ludington. All are welcome to attend. The exhibit will be featured through July 14.
Timeless Picture Framing
103 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Love Ludington Street Party
Presented by Filer Credit Union
The Love Ludington Street Party will celebrate our town from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, June 26. This event will be full of energy with live music, kids’ games, bounce houses, food, drinks, a car show and more, held on Downtown Ludington streets that will be closed to traffic. (portions of Ludington Avenue and James Street)
Admission is free!
Location: Legacy Plaza
112 N. James St.
Ludington, MI
Ludington Auto Club Car Show
The Ludington Auto Club brings its annual car show to the Love Ludington Street Party! Free registration begins at 5:30 p.m. The first 50 participants will receive a gift bag.
Featuring live music, the event will take place on West Ludington Avenue between South Rath Avenue and William Street.
Americana Photo Exhibit
Enjoy an exhibition of photos from pioneer age to the modern, highlighting life in Mason County. Enjoy seeing the passage of time and how our county grew and changed through the decades.
Location: Mason County Historical Society
130 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI
Admission: $5
Children & Pet Parade
This well-loved event kicks off the Jaycees’ Freedom Festival on July 3. Children and Pets of all ages are welcome!
• The parade will start PROMPTLY at 7 p.m.
• Parade lines up at the corner of Ferry and Loomis Streets. It will end at Waterfront Park Bandshell.
• Goody bags will be available for the first 200 participants.
• The parade will be at walking speed.
• There is no registration.
• Entries are not required to have a pet.
Myron Elkins at the SandBar
FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND JUST GOT BIGGER
The Sand Bar is proud to partner with NTL Productions to bring one of Michigan's fastest-rising artists to downtown Ludington: MYRON ELKINS!
Before he was touring nationally, opening for artists like Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Marcus King, Blackberry Smoke and Kaleo, Myron Elkins was a welder from Otsego, Michigan writing songs in his head while working long shifts.
Today, he's become one of the most talked-about young artists in Americana, Country, Southern Rock and Heartland Music, earning recognition across Michigan and beyond. His music carries the grit of the Midwest, the soul of classic rock, and the storytelling tradition of country music.
Produced by legendary producer Dave Cobb and praised for his authentic working-class songwriting, Myron is the kind of artist people discover before the rest of the world catches on.
Location: The SandBar
203 S. James St.
Ludington, MI
West Shore Art Fair
This open-air, juried fine art and fine crafts show will feature fine artists across a variety of media, including: clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, sculpture and more.
Location: Rotary Park
500 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Freedom Festival 1 Mile Dash
Kick off your Fourth of July celebrations with the 7th Annual 1 Mile Dash before the parade rolls through town!
Run, walk, jog, or dash your way down the official parade route and experience the excitement of the parade before the floats flood the streets.
Location: Leveaux Park
900 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Entry is $40 prior to June 26th and includes a t-shirt and finishers medal. Late entry online and on race day is $45, t-shirts are not guaranteed. Prizes will be awarded to top male, female, and youth runners. Shirts are only guaranteed to those who register prior to June 26th. Remaining shirts will be available first come/first serve at packet pickup/registration on race day.
Freedom Festival Parade & Fireworks
This annual festival, put on by the Ludington Area Jaycees, brings family fun to the holiday! The parade step-off is at 2 p.m. at the corner of Madison Street and Ludington Avenue. The parade continues down Ludington Avenue until it ends at Lakeshore Drive. Come and celebrate our 72nd Freedom Festival and America’s 250th!
The fireworks over Lake Michigan begin at dusk and can be viewed from any local beach.
LACA Hosts 'The Untitled Beer Project' featuring Starving Artist Brewery
The Ludington Area Center for the Arts will host a special screening of "The Untitled Beer Project," a one-hour television pilot episode featuring Starving Artist Brewery, Sunday, July 12, at 8 p.m. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m.
Filmed in September 2019, the pilot was created as part of a proposed television series highlighting unique breweries and the communities they serve across the United States. The episode shines a spotlight on Starving Artist Brewery, offering viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the brewery, its story, and its connection to the local community.
The one-hour pilot takes viewers inside Starving Artist Brewing and explores what makes the brewery's beloved barn atmosphere so unique.
To enhance the experience, Starving Artist Brewery beer will be available for purchase during the event. All proceeds from ticket and beverage sales will benefit the Ludington Area Center for the Arts and help support the organization's mission to engage, inspire, and strengthen the community through arts advocacy.
Location: Ludington Area Center for the Arts
307 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI
Ludington Offshore Classic/Big Boys Fishing Tournament
This week-long event has contests for pros, amateurs, ladies and youth. Daily weigh-ins happen at Waterfront Park from 2-3 p.m. Learn more and register at http://ludingtonoffshoreclassic.org.
Location: Waterfront Park
391 S. William St.
Ludington, MI
2026 Summer Book Sale
The annual Friends of the Mason County District Library summer book sale is coming soon!
Sale hours: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 17
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, July 18
12-2 p.m. Sunday, July 19
Credit cards, PayPal, checks, and cash are all accepted. All sale proceeds go toward our FREE programming and events at our library branches. (The library is no longer accepting book donations.)
Location:
217 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Sophistafunk at the Mitten
Sophistafunk brings a smooth mix of funk, hip-hop, and soul, creating upbeat, danceable music that keeps the energy high without overwhelming the room. Their live shows are known for tight grooves, fun rhythms, and a sound that fits perfectly in a lively bar setting.
We’ll also be featuring a Starving Artist tap takeover, so you can enjoy unique pours while you listen.
Location:
The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Downtown Ludington Sidewalk Sales
Retailers are marking down end-of-the-season items for shoppers this weekend! Don’t miss your chance to find some great deals.
Gold Coast Artisan Fair
The popular Gold Coast Artisan Fair takes place annually at Rotary Park in Ludington, with over 170 arts & crafts displays for browsing and shopping.
Location: Rotary Park
500 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
County Parks at the Mitten
County Parks is a country-rock band based in Hart, Michigan. The group’s original music draws influence from classic country, rock & roll, bluegrass, and modern Nashville songwriting. With three albums of original music in addition to the solo album Lasso by guitarist/vocalist Andy Henley, the band has a wide variety of songs. Their songs feature tight harmonies, clever lyrics, and hot guitar solos.
County Parks has performed at numerous festivals and venues, including Forest Trail Festival, Sol-Fest, the Ramsdell Theater, the Mitten Bar, and Rebel Road. They have shared the stage with many great Michigan bands, including Full Cord and Silver Creek Revival.
Location:
The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Suds on the Shore
Live Music. Craft Beers. Local Wine. Food Trucks.
It doesn’t get better than that, so purchase a ticket and show up on Saturday, August 15 for the 17th Annual Suds on the Shore Craft Beer + Wine Festival. It’s a good time. We promise.
Suds on the Shore features 60 brewers from across Michigan.
Location: Rotary Park
500 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
All proceeds benefit United Way of Mason County.
The Stinks at the Mitten
If you know The Stinks, you know it’s all about good vibes, crowd interaction, and songs you forgot you loved. If you don’t know them yet… you will by the end of the night.
Location: The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Chirp at the Mitten
Chirp is a high-energy live band known for a fun, crowd-focused show that keeps people engaged from start to finish. Their set blends recognizable favorites with upbeat arrangements that hit just right for dancing, singing along, or just hanging out with a drink in hand. Tight musicianship, playful stage energy, and a relaxed vibe make every set feel easy and fun — they really feed off the crowd.
If you caught them last time, you already know. If not, this is your chance.
Location: The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Ludington Lumber Days
Step into Ludington’s past and celebrate the rich lumber heritage that helped build our community during Ludington Lumber Days, a fall festival weekend packed with lumberjack-inspired fun, history, music, and adventure for all ages.
🪓 Friday, Oct. 2:
Plaidurday Pub Crawl downtown (6–9PM)
Photo exhibitions, museum tours, and a special book talk with Mike Nagel
🍂 Saturday, Oct. 3:
Lumber Days Workout at Legacy Plaza with log rolls, ax throwing, stump jumps and more
Beer Garden at Legacy Plaza with music, kids’ activities
Fall Festival at Ludington State Park with wagon rides, bonfire, cider, face painting
Logging encampment at Historic White Pine Village
Lumber-themed crafts at Sandcastles Children’s Museum
Lighthouse tours, lumber baron homes, and more!
🌲 Sunday, Oct. 4:
Guided hikes and nature walks at Ludington State Park
Wear your flannel. Bring the family. Embrace the fall. 🍁🪓🍻
LACA to Present 'STORM: Ludington' — A Powerful Great Lakes Concert Experience
Some stories refuse to stay buried.
On Friday, Nov. 13, the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) will present STORM: Ludington, a one-of-a-kind multimedia concert experience that brings the dramatic history of the Great Lakes to life through music, film, storytelling, and firsthand accounts of survival.
Beginning at 7 p.m. in LACA’s Bob & Kay Neal Performance Hall, STORM: Ludington takes audiences beneath the waters of Lake Michigan and into the heart of some of the region’s most compelling maritime stories. The production combines stunning underwater footage, rare interviews, historic photographs, eyewitness testimony, and live music to create an unforgettable evening that is equal parts concert, documentary, and theatrical experience.
Hosted by acclaimed maritime historian and diver Ric Mixter, the program explores Ludington’s rich maritime heritage, from the city’s lumbering boom to modern shipwreck discoveries that continue to capture the imagination of divers and historians alike. Among the stories featured is the tragic loss of the Adella Shores, a freighter loaded in Ludington for Morton Salt before disappearing into the waters of the Great Lakes.
Mixter is widely recognized as one of the nation’s foremost authorities on Great Lakes shipwrecks. He was the first documentarian to tell the story of the Carl Bradley, Lake Michigan’s largest shipwreck, and has personally descended in a submersible to visit the legendary wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
The evening also recounts one of the most remarkable rescue stories in Great Lakes history, featuring firsthand survivor testimony from the Novadoc, whose wreckage still rests near the dunes of Mears following one of the most devastating storms ever to strike Lake Michigan.
Accompanying the stories is renowned Great Lakes songwriter Dan Hall, whose original compositions provide a moving soundtrack to the images and accounts presented throughout the evening. His music transforms maritime history into a deeply personal and emotional experience, connecting audiences to the people, vessels, and communities whose stories continue to echo across the inland seas.
“STORM: Ludington” offers something truly unique for local residents and visitors alike. Whether you are fascinated by shipwrecks, love Great Lakes history, enjoy live music, or simply appreciate a powerful story well told, this immersive production promises an evening unlike anything else to visit Ludington this year.
One night. One concert. Countless stories rising from the depths of the Great Lakes.
Location:
Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI
Small Business Saturday
Holiday deals and giveaways are part of this annual shopping day designed to kick off the holiday shopping season and support small businesses. Watch for more information to come!
Aglow on the Avenue Parade
Get in the holiday spirit at this annual event that will light up the night in Downtown Ludington! Floats, bands, fire trucks, and Santa Claus himself will be part of the fun! The community tree lighting with Christmas carols will take place at Legacy Plaza right after the parade.
Pure Ludington New Year's Eve Ball Drop
The biggest ball drop celebration in West Michigan will help ring in 2027, complete with a giant street party, live music, midnight ball drop and fireworks display. Grab a drink in the Ludington Outdoor Social District (LOSD) and enjoy it anywhere in the designated area.
Cars and Coffee
Meet on S. James Street (south of Ludington Avenue) between Ludington Bay Brewing Company and Jamesport Brewing Company for this free event.
Austin Benzing at the Mitten
West Michigan singer-songwriter and guitarist Austin Benzing doesn't fit neatly into one genre and that's exactly what makes his shows so much fun. Drawing inspiration from country, progressive rock, bluegrass, jazz, jam bands, and Americana, Austin creates a sound that's uniquely his own.
Location: The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
LACA Summer Concert Series
Ludington Area Center for the Arts is excited to announce the 2026 LACA Summer Concert Series a FREE community supported concert series. A mix of jazz, blues, rock, pop and R&B performers make up this summer's concert series, taking place every Wednesday evening, June 17 through Sept. 2 at 7 p.m., in downtown Ludington’s Waterfront Park.
All donations will help cover the costs of musicians, equipment, and venue activities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy incredible performances without any charge. DONATE HERE
Location: 391 S. William St., Ludington, MI
Love Ludington Weekend
Love Ludington Weekend is a time to celebrate all of the amazing qualities of Pure Ludington, and you’re invited to take part in all of the festivities! Events include the Downtown Ludington Farmers Market, Fish on for Freedom, Blessing of the Boats, and an S.S. Badger Shoreline Cruise.
See the complete lineup of events - CLICK HERE
*The Love Ludington Street Party has been rescheduled for June 26.
Live in the Plaza
Live concerts will be performed every Thursday evening from June to August at Legacy Plaza! Don’t miss some of the hottest West Michigan performers at these free community concerts.
Location: Legacy Plaza
102 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Murph Workout
Every Memorial Day we take on "Murph" as a gym. This workout honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country and specially honors Lt Michael Murphy. Anyone is welcome to join, no matter your age or experience level, as we will have options for everyone. Sign up today in the Mindbody app or by reaching out to us for either the 7:30am or 8:30am heat.
Location:
NorthStar Fitness
311 S. Rath Ave.
Ludington, MI
Memorial Day Service
A Memorial Day service to Honor Fallen Service members of Mason County will be held on Monday, May 25.
Location:
Stearns Park Beach
420 N. Lakeshore Dr.
Ludington, MI
Live in the Plaza Music Series
Free, outdoor concerts will entertain audiences all summer long at Legacy Plaza! Enjoy food from a nearby restaurant while these performances are happening on the plaza stage. Bring a chair or use one of the picnic tables provided.
Location: Legacy Plaza
102 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Downtown Farmers Market
Every Friday from 2-7 p.m., shoppers will find a variety of fresh produce and farm products at Legacy Plaza in the heart of Downtown Ludington! Plus, live music happens from 6-8 p.m. on the plaza stage, featuring musicians from around the region.
Location: 102 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
History of Michigan Libraries
Adam Oster, the Community Engagement Librarian for the Library of Michigan in Lansing, will help kick-off our programming focused on the 250th Anniversary of America. This event will take place at the Ludington Library, on May 19, at 6:00 pm. Come learn about all the amazing steps that were taken to establish libraries in Michigan for the people, to benefit the people, who are all in the pursuit of happiness. Let’s hear it for libraries!
Ludington Library
217 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Blast Into Summer Party
This annual event by the Lakeshore Pyrateheads features music from Two Dudes in Flip Flops with all proceeds benefiting the Alzheimers Association. There will be auction items and raffles throughout the event. There is no cover charge.
Location: The Mitten Bar
109 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Picture Perfect Weekend Workshop
A Picture Perfect Weekend Workshop at Todd and Brad Reed Photography will offer participants expert guidance on how to capture stunning photos. The exclusive workshop begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 15, continues throughout the day Saturday, May 16, and concludes at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 17.
Indoor classroom sessions will take place at the Reed studio in Downtown Ludington, while outdoor shooting sessions will be held at various locations to be announced. All snacks and meals are included for participants.
The cost for the Picture Perfect Weekend Workshop is $550.
Location:
114 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Dixon's Violin
Ludington Area Center for the Arts is excited to announce Dixon’s Violin will return to the art center’s Bob & Kay Neal Performance Hall for a Thursday, May 14 performance at 7 p.m.
Dixon, whose legal name is David James Hammond, is a musician and philosopher who never plays the same song twice and never asks for people to limit themselves to narrow categories.
You've never heard violin like this! The world's premier visionary violinist, Dixon's life mission is to inspire people - and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving five TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV and film appearances.
A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full time, and invented a whole new music genre. Dixon now improvises on a 5-string electric violin with a looping system he developed to create an all-live one-man symphony, guided by his remarkable personal story of life transformation.
Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison St.
Ludington, MI
Shakespeare's Birthday Party
The month of April brings the birthday of William Shakespeare—the famous playwright and poet! From Romeo & Juliet to A Midsummer Night’s Dream, his stories have inspired audiences for centuries.
What better way to celebrate than with a little drama, fun, and something sweet? Join Stage Left Theatre Company to celebrate Shakespeare's special day at KRAVE on Saturday, April 25th from 1–3pm!
Enjoy tasty treats, meet Shakespearean characters, and support a great cause—20% of sales will benefit Stage Left’s Productions & Scholarship Fund.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s celebrate the Bard in the most delicious way possible!
Location: 103 E. Ludington Aveue, Ludington
Ludington's Got Talent
Get ready for a night of dazzling performances and endless fun at our Ludington's Got Talent Show Fundraiser! Performers of all talents and ages take to the stage and shine—all while supporting a great cause! It will be at Ludington Area Center for the Arts starting at 6 p.m.
Every ticket purchased and every donation made goes toward the Sandcastles Children's Museum's Roof Restoration Fund. This is a family-friendly event where guests will not only watch local talent, but will also enjoy a popcorn bar, and beverages. Only $10 per child and $20 per adult.
With your support you can help us continue to inspire creativity and learning for children in our community.
Location:
107 S. Harrison St.
Ludington, MI
Downtown Ludington Restaurant Week
Attention, foodies! This spring, there are numerous opportunities to try new flavors in Downtown Ludington while taking advantage of special price promotions during 2026 Downtown Ludington Restaurant Week, April 20-26!
Here’s how it works:
Participating locations are offering breakfast and lunch for just $10!
This is a wonderful opportunity to dine locally, support local businesses, and even treat your colleagues.
Dinner prices: two for just $35!
Depending on location, some of these offerings may include an appetizer or dessert.
Choose your location:
View participating restaurants below. Each of the restaurants has provided a menu that is available only during Restaurant Week. (Click each to view)
Cluck Bucket
House of Flavors Restaurant
Jamesport Brewing Company
Ludington Bay Brewing Company
Mitten Bar
Old Hamlin Restaurant
The Q Smokehouse
Sportsman’s Restaurant & Bar
Trail’s End Baking Company
Timbers Bar & Grill
Timbers Prime
Dine out & enter prize drawing:
Each time you dine, be sure to log your visit online for a chance to win prizes from Downtown Ludington retailers. Scan the QR code at your location, enter your email address, and enter the restaurant’s individualized password. Prize winners will be notified daily.
Don’t miss this delicious opportunity to explore and support our downtown dining scene!
"If the Declaration of Independence could talk, what story would it tell?"
A New Presentation – Mason County Historical Society partnering with the West Shore Community College HumanKind Series
Free Admission
Location: Mason County Historical Society, 130 E Ludington Ave., Ludington
WSCC Professor Mike Nagle presents, "If the Declaration of Independence could talk, what story would it tell?"
Adoption of the Declaration of Independence in July 1776 provides an opening chapter in the story we tell ourselves as Americans about the foundation of our country. It is a tale that unites us as fellow citizens and charts our moral progress as a nation. If it was able, would this founding document describe itself as revolutionary when it was adopted 250 years ago? Would it be content with the way the American experiment in democracy has evolved over time? Join professor of history and political science, Mike Nagle on Thursday April 9 beginning at 7pm at the downtown Mason County Historical Society, as he traces the story of how the Declaration of Independence's ideals concerning freedom and liberty have impacted the course of American history.
Take Me Out to the Ballgame Beer Dinner
Enjoy a meal inspired by America's favorite pastime! On Tuesday, March 24, the Ludington Bay Brewing Company kitchen will "Take You Out to the Ballgame!" with five original courses, each paired with an LBBC brew!
Doors will open at 5:30 pm. with the first course served at 6 pm.
Reservations are $70 per person, with limited seating. These dinners tend to sell out, so don't wait! Reserve a seat by emailing chelsea@ludingtonbaybrewing.com or by visiting or calling the brewery, 231-239-6690.
Location:
515 S. James St.
Ludington, MI
Live Music for St. Patty's Day
Three of Michigan’s most talented roots musicians—Eric Engblade, Ezekiel Kinney, and Loren Kranz—come together for a special St. Patrick’s Day celebration at The Mitten Bar in Ludington.
Location: 109 W Ludington Avenue, Ludington
Expect a spirited mix of traditional Irish tunes, jigs, and reels alongside inventive arrangements and good-humored storytelling.
Eric Engblade’s high-energy folk-rock style, Ezekiel Kinney’s fiery Irish fiddling, and Loren Kranz’s deep grooves and harmonies combine for a lively, pub-perfect night of music.
A true Michigan take on Irish roots music—full of heart, humor, and plenty of St. Paddy’s spirit.
Grab a pint, wear some green, and celebrate with us!
Comedy Night at Timbers
Laugh out loud at Timbers Comedy Night – $12 for tickets or $45 for pizza and two tickets. This is the perfect plan for a night out in Downtown Ludington!
Timbers Prime & Hideaway
103 W. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
80 Cows Performs
Live music from 80 Cows will be featured from 2–5 p.m. Saturday, March 14 at The Mitten Bar. Dan Mahynski and Mike Lenich will be celebrating St. Patty’s Day early with a mix of folk, ’60s/’70s rock, original songs, traditional, and old-time tunes played on guitar, bass, and clawhammer banjo.
Mike Luusua will take the stage from 5-7 p.m.
Location: 109 W Ludington Avenue, Ludington
JBC Beer Run
Drink a beer (6oz), then run a lap (.25 mile) x 4 times (24oz and 1 mile total).
$20 to enter. Waves will run every 15 minutes. Last heat at 3pm. Awards at 3:15pm
Every registrant gets a commemorative hat (not guaranteed if registering after March 13 at noon.)
A portion of each entry will go into the pot o' gold. The fastest time takes home the pot of gold, a 40-oz tumbler, and bragging rights for a whole year!
Pre-register online or sign up at Jamesport during the event.
Location: Jamesport Brewing Company, 410 S. James St., Ludington
Run Ludington Irish Jog 5K/10K
This event is perfect for runners of all levels who want to mix movement with merriment—so grab your green, bring your spirit, and let’s make this Irish Jog 5K a shamrockin’ good time! 🍀🏃♂️
PACKET PICKUP: on race day 7:30-8:30am at Hoyt’s Next Door (111 W Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI 49431)
REGISTRATION: $30, $35 on race day // Student: (19 and under) $20/$25 on race day
START: 9am at Rath & Loomis
Boozy Breakfast: Kegs & Eggs
St. Patrick’s Day Starts Early at Sportsman's
Kick off St. Patty’s celebrations with Kegs & Eggs, where breakfast favorites meet flowing kegs and all the green-day energy you can handle on Saturday, March 14. Sportsman’s/The Mitten/Hoyt’s are serving up boozy-breakfast favorites from 9-11 a.m.
Location: 109 W Ludington Avenue, Ludington
Coffee Crawl - SOLD OUT
Mark your calendars for a delightful morning in downtown Ludington! A Coffee Crawl is brewing on March 14, inviting residents and visitors alike to sip, stroll, and savor all that our local coffee and tea shops have to offer.
During this four-hour, self-guided event, participants can explore participating cafés at their own pace, sampling specialty drinks and perhaps even discovering a new favorite flavor. Whether you’re a fan of bold, dark roasts, soothing herbal teas, or sweet seasonal creations, there’s sure to be something to tempt your taste buds.
As you make your way along the crawl (9 a.m.-1 p.m.), don’t forget to browse the unique merchandise and gifts on display. From locally crafted goods to coffee-inspired treats, you just might find the perfect way to treat yourself — or pick up a little something for someone special.
Cost: $25 ticket includes a locally made, artisan pottery mug. A passport, featuring downtown coupons, is included. Plus, watch for ways you can win prizes!
Coffee stops: HumaniTea, The Coffee Coop, Java Bloom, Book Mark, and Britter's Twisted Whisk. Each location will have tickets available for sale.
Shamrockin' at The Tiki
St. Patrick’s weekend is almost here, and we’re turning the party green at TIKI.
Location: 212 E. Ludington, Ave., Ludington
Join us Mar. 13 & 14 from 9 PM – 2 AM for a night full of music, dancing, and festive drinks.
Wear your best green, grab a green cocktail, and hit the dance floor while our DJ keeps the party going all night long.
Grab your green and stay golden on the dance floor!
Harmonious Wail
The Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) is proud to present Harmonious Wail in concert Friday, March 13, in the Bob & Kay Neal Performance Hall. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. A cash bar will be available.
Purveyors of Americana-infused Gypsy Jazz, Harmonious Wail takes listeners on a musical journey that spans the Hot Club sounds of Parisian cafés, the deep blues of the Memphis Delta, and the heartfelt folk traditions of everyday America. Known for their rich harmonies, virtuosic playing, and engaging storytelling, the trio delivers performances that uplift spirits and connect deeply with audiences.
Harmonious Wail is a trio of multi-award-winning musicians led by mandolin virtuoso and vocalist Sims Delaney-Potthoff, alongside vocalist extraordinaire Maggie Delaney-Potthoff, who adds rhythmic flair using everything from a cardboard box to everyday household objects. They are joined by a world-class bassist, completing a lineup celebrated for its artistry, wit, and emotional depth.
With more than 30 years of performing together and 10 recordings to their credit, Harmonious Wail is currently launching its fourth decade with the simultaneous release of two new albums—one featuring original compositions and another celebrating Gypsy Jazz standards recorded in collaboration with some of the world’s leading Gypsy Jazz All Stars. The group is also known as the founder of the Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest, held twice annually in Madison, Wisconsin, and for their extensive educational outreach programs nationwide.
Tickets for the concert are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, with a special early-bird presale price of $20 available for tickets purchased before Jan. 16. Tickets may be purchased at LACA during normal business hours or online by clicking here: EVENTBRITE LINK
Location:
Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison St.
Ludington, MI
Jamesport Brewing Company's 26th Anniversary & St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
Location: 410 S James Street, Ludington
All Weekend
Feature menu with old faves and Irish fare
Friday, March 13
Nitro Stout launch
Live Music 6-9pm (Less Traveled)
Saturday, March 14
Live Music 12-3pm (Truck Stop Incident)
Live Music 6-9pm (Plain Jane Glory)
JBC Beer Run 1pm
Soldiers & Tactics of the Revolutionary War presented by Military History Academy
Warm up your winter evenings with the Mason County Historical Society’s Winter Speaker Series!
Admission is $10; members are free
Location: Mason County Historical Society
130 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI
Irish Stew Showdown
Ludington Bay Brewing Company is excited to bring you Food Fight Round 2!
Ludington Fire Chief John Henderson and Captain Michael Haveman, of the Ludington Police Department. will go head-to-head to win the "Golden Shamrock" for their Irish Stew.
Enjoy the show in person for $25/ticket! Grab tickets at LBBC or email: jamie@ludingtonbaybrewing.com. Seats are very limited! All proceeds for this event will be donated to our Lakeshore Food Club.
Location: 515 S James Street, Ludington