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October 2026 Events Calendar

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Featured October Events

(Scroll down to see more events in October.)

And check out information on Fall Events happening this month, along with your guide to Halloween Parties & Trick or Treating!

October 1-7, 2026

October 2nd-4th, 2026

Ludington Lumber Days
A fall festival weekend filled with lumberjack-themed excitement, rich history, lively music, and adventures for all ages.

October 8-14, 2026

Stay tuned for information on events happening during this time! In the meantime, scroll down to see events that occurred in 2025.

October 15-21, 2026

October 21st-23rd, 2026

Splendor of Fall Photography Workshop
Workshop presented by Todd & Brad Reed Photography.

October 22-31, 2026

Sunday, October 25th, 2026
5pm

Big Sable Point Lighthouse Closes for the Season
Big Sable Point Lighthouse- 8800 M-116, Ludington.

Saturday, October 31st, 2026

Run for Your Lives 5k
This race begins and ends at Ludington’s Legacy Plaza. Runners are encouraged to dress in costume.

The following events are from 2025. Stay tuned for information on dates for these events in 2026!

 

Annual Walk to End Alzheimers
Registration begins at 9am with the opening ceremony at 10am and walk to follow. Waterfront Park- 391 S. William St., Ludington. For more information or to register a team, visit act.alz.org.

St. Simon’s Applefest Arts & Crafts Show
St. Simon Family Center & Gym- 700 E. Bryant Rd., Ludington. Visit facebook.com for more info.

Final Sailing of the Season for the S.S. Badger Carferry
Call (800) 841-4243 for reservations.

Port of Ludington Maritime Museum Closes for the Season
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum– 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington.

Historic White Pine Village Closes for the Season
Historic White Pine Village– 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. 

Coat Drive for Ludington Area Schools Youth Resource Center
Anyone donating a coat/blanket will receive a $6 coupon for Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Drop coats and blankets off at the brewery- 515 S. James St., Ludington.

Check back often for updates to this calendar of events!

Current Events

Family Friendly Events

Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!

Annual Tree & Plant Sales

Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!

Fishing Tournaments & Events

Ludington fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.

Performances in West Michigan

Everyone enjoys a good play or concert, and Ludington blessed with talented actors and musicians that entertain us all year ’round.

Events Happening Soon

Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area activities and attractions.
 

Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!

Hamlin Lake Dam

Read about the mighty dam that lives in Hamlin Lake, how it came to be and how it is utilized to help protect this man-made lake.

Long Skinny Park

Long Skinny Park is located on Lower Hamlin Lake between the South and Middle bayous. Perfect for fishing or taking in the view.

Museums

Ludington is home to several different museums for people of all ages! Highlighting our area’s careers, businesses, history, and culture!

Ludington Skate Plaza

The Ludington Skate Plaza is a popular spot for kids with skateboards or in-line skates, and also draws spectators to Stearns Park.

Ludington’s Great Outdoors

Ludington has miles of beautiful beaches, the Ludington State Park, and all the activities that take place in Mother Nature’s playground.