Saturday, November 30, 2024
WHAT: A FESTIVE HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENT
WHERE: Downtown Ludington Retailers
WHEN: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sign up to be in the parade here: https://forms.gle/gjrwmoLvefVNYJtk6
Children may mail letters to Santa at his Santa’s mailbox, located at Legacy Plaza, so get those Christmas lists ready! Remember to put your return address on your mail!
Join us for caroling, a tree lighting, and a Santa visit in Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St., after the Aglow parade! The Ludington High School Band and Choirs will be providing a festive musical atmosphere for this event at approximately 6:45 p.m.
Art of Giving Holiday Artist Market – Nov. 29-Dec. 15
Hours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Small Business Saturday at Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison St.
This is the perfect place to find locally-made, affordable, one-of-a-kind gifts!
Christmas Card-making Workshop – Nov. 30
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Pier Ludington
222 W Ludington Avenue
Stop in on November 30 for a fun activity to get you started on your Christmas card greetings!
Carriage Rides for a Cause – November 30
3:30-5:10 p.m.
West Shore Bank
201 W Loomis Street
Donate two non-perishable food items for a 20-minute horse-drawn carriage ride. This family-friendly activity brings holiday magic to Downtown Ludington every year!
Holiday Open House at Red Door Gallery – Nov. 29-30
416 S. James St.
The Red Door Gallery is hosting an open house with seasonal refreshments, homemade cookies, complimentary gift wrapping and 10% off gallery wide. Stop in from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. to find a gift hand made and truly as unique as the person you’re shopping for.
Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus – Nov. 30
3-5 p.m.
Red Rooster Coffee & Community
207 S James Street
This exciting in-person event by Raquel Rae will bring holiday cheer to the heart of Ludington and provide a great opportunity to get your very own photo with Santa! Complimentary professional photography will be provided by Lynsey Baldon. Donations will be given to Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center.
Downtown Tree Lot – November 30
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Legacy Plaza
112 N James Street
Nickelson’s Christmas Trees will have a lovely selection of evergreens at the plaza from which to choose. Stop by to grab your holiday tree in a convenient location.
Retailers Offering Specials during Small Business Saturday:
Aardema Wood Floors – Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Shoppers may enter a monthly drawing for $250 off a flooring project. Snacks and beverages available.
Avenues End – Store hours will be 10-7 Saturday and 11-4 Sunday. Avenue’s End will be giving away two gift certificates for $50 and $25. No purchase necessary to enter. Snacks available.
Cluck Bucket – Coffee Coop opens at 8 a.m., and restaurant will be open until 7 p.m. with a special hot cocoa bar from 5-7 p.m. and, of course, warm pretzels! Cluck Bucket will also have an outdoor scene for photo opportunities.
HarborFit Studio – open house will include information on group fitness classes; Becka’s Bodyworks massages ($30 for 15 minutes); doTerra Women’s Health Products; and Squires Chiropractic will be on site.
Sexy Nomad – open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for holiday treasure hunting and intuitive Tarot readings.
Todd & Brad Reed Photography – A book debut is set for 2-5 p.m. at the downtown Ludington gallery for Debbie Nellis and Julia Reed. Debbie wrote a wonderful children’s book about House of Flavors, and Julia illustrated the book with beautiful painting. No pre-orders. Debbie and Julia will be signing copies that day. See you there!
Victoria’s Jewelry Balloon POP – Stop in for a fun-filled balloon pop event on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30! Each balloon will have a prize. Prizes include but not limited to: gift cards, gemstone bracelets, coupons, jewelry cleaning kit and even a 1/4 carat DIAMOND in one lucky balloon! *No purchase necessary, while supplies last