The Love Ludington Street Party will celebrate our town from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, June 7. This event will be full of energy with live music, kids’ games, bounce houses, food, drinks and more, held in Downtown Ludington streets that will be closed to traffic. (portions of Ludington Avenue and James Street)
Headlining the entertainment stage will be Onager, West Michigan’s premier live cover band, who will provide an awesome mix of music genres at Legacy Plaza.
Nonprofits wishing to participate with a family-friendly activity may contact Myndi at [email protected].
OTHER LOVE LUDINGTON WEEKEND EVENTS
Downtown Ludington Farmers Market | Friday, June 7 | 2-7 PM | LEGACY PLAZA
This weekly event features a variety of fresh products from local farmers – fruit wine, produce, honey, flowers, coffee, bread, goat-milk products, meat and more!
CAR SHOW | FRIDAY, JUNE 7 | 6-9 PM | LUDINGTON AVENUE BETWEEN ROBERT AND WILLIAM STREETS
Enjoy vintage cars, music, food trucks and awards during this new event to be held in conjunction with the Love Ludington Street Party. Contact Avenue’s End Mini Mall for registration information.
LUMBERING HISTORY PRESENTATION | FRIDAY, JUNE 7 | 6:30 PM | MASON COUNTY RESEARCH CENTER
Join us for a presentation on the Lumber History of Mason County presented by board president, James Jensen. The presentation is free to historical society members and $10 for the public.
Lakestride Half-Marathon/10K/5K | Saturday, June 8 | 8 AM
This will be the 44th anniversary of an amazing race that attracts runners from all over the U.S. Register at http://ludingtonlakestride.com
HISTORIC HOMES TOUR | SATURDAY, JUNE 8 | 10 & 11:30AM | MASON COUNTY RESEARCH CENTER
Join us for a Historic Homes Tour, featuring historic bed and breakfasts and meet the people who made Mason County. Tickets are $25 per person. Tours meet at the Mason County Research Center, 130 E. Ludington Ave., at 10 a.m. and at 11:30 a.m.
NEAL FAMILY (HOUSE OF FLAVORS) LEGACY EXHIBIT UNVEILING | 2-4 PM | LEGACY HALL, MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A new exhibit celebrating Park Dairy’s history and the Neal family legacy will be unveiled, featuring the family’s contributions to Ludington – most notably the iconic House of Flavors. The Neal Family Legacy Exhibit will highlight the remarkable journey of the Neal family, from the founding of Park Dairy to becoming a staple of Ludington’s cultural and economic landscape. Historical presentation – 2-3:15 p.m.; Ice cream social & tours – 3:15-4 p.m. Free and open to the public. Location: 130 E. Ludington Ave.
PORT OF LUDINGTON MUSEUM GUIDED TOUR | 2 PM & 4 PM
Explore Ludington’s maritime history with a guided tour! Discover fascinating stories of sailors, ships, and the town’s connection to Lake Michigan. Location: 217 S. Lakeshore Dr. ($20 per person)
BLESSING OF THE BOATS | SATURDAY, JUNE 8 | 4-9:30 PM | WEST END, 950 W. LUDINGTON AVENUE
Blessing of the Boats (boat keys), entertainment tent, raffle, fundraiser, food truck vendors and beer sales. Sponsored by Safe Harbor Credit Union and Ludington Bay Brewing Company.
100% of all VIP sales will support Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association.
A dedication of the North Breakwater Light will occur at 4 p.m. with state and local dignitaries under the Blessing of the Boats tent.
LASER LIGHT SHOW FOR 100th Anniversary North Breakwater Light | Saturday, June 8 | 10PM | WEST END
This is a free, 20-minute light show at dusk (around 10 p.m.) that will project lasers onto the lighthouse. It will be best viewed from Stearns Park Beach or West End.
BEACH CLEANUP | SUNDAY, JUNE 9 | 9-10 AM | WEST END
All volunteers are welcome for this special event to sweep the beach following the weekend’s festivities! Meet at the West End.
This is a collaboration of Ludington Meijer, AFFEW, SPLKA, West Shore Bank, and anyone from the community who would like to help. Volunteers who come out will receive a free pass to tour the Breakwater Lighthouse during the 2024 season.
