# Events & Things To Do In Ludington This Weekend | May 15-17, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Ludington is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Ludington this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

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## Weekend Events in Ludington

- **Event Name**: "Railroad on Water - The Legend of the S.S. Badger" Michigan Premiere
  - **Description**: Railroad on Water: The Legend of the SS Badger is a feature-length documentary from Delay In Block Productions, premiering at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts on Saturday, May 16, 2026, with screenings at 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

The film examines the
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/railroad-on-water-the-legend-of-the-ss-badger-michigan-premiere/200029969379753
  - **Venue**: Ludington Area Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, business, meet-and-greet
- **Event Name**: Open Boat Night on the S.S. Badger
  - **Description**: Join us at 8:30pm on May 16th for a relaxed evening aboard the S.S. Badger, dockside in Ludington! 🎟️


For $10, guests are invited to come aboard and explore the passenger areas and outer decks at their own pace or enjoy live entertainment from Joe Stick
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 11:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/open-boat-night-on-the-ss-badger/200029732660515
  - **Venue**: 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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- **Event Name**: Documentary Premiere: Railroad on Water - The Legend of the SS Badger
  - **Description**: Railroad on Water: The Legend of the SS Badger is a feature-length documentary from Delay In Block Productions, premiering at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts on Saturday, May 16, 2026, with screenings at 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

The film examines the
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/documentary-premiere-railroad-on-water-the-legend-of-the-ss-badger/200029924286253
  - **Venue**: Ludington Area Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, business, meet-and-greet, meetups, art
- **Event Name**: Women's Ministry Gathering
  - **Description**: Radiant Church invites women of middle school age and up to join us for our Women’s Ministry Gathering on Saturday, May 16th from 9:00–11:00 AM at our Ludington Campus. Enjoy a light breakfast and refreshments as we gather for fellowship, encouragement, a
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/womens-ministry-gathering/200029826257004
  - **Venue**: 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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- **Event Name**: Infinite Mystery Challenge
  - **Description**: Welcome to the Infinite Mystery Challenge! This event is truly a mystery. You choose a bag upon arrival and the discs in the bag are what you play with! This is a GREAT event for players of all skill levels and especially newer players. More info in store
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/infinite-mystery-challenge/200029678045006
  - **Venue**: Leviathan
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  - **Categories**: contests, sports
- **Event Name**: PICTURE PERFECT WEEKEND WORKSHOP LOCATED AT TODD & BRAD REED PHOTO
  - **Description**: Our Picture Perfect Weekend Workshop starts Friday at 6:30 p.m., runs all day Saturday, and ends at 11:30 a.m. Sunday. 

The indoor classroom sessions are inside of Todd and Brad Reed Photo Gallery in downtown Ludington; shooting sessions will be outdoors
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/picture-perfect-weekend-workshop-located-at-todd-and-brad-reed-photo/200029732660309
  - **Venue**: 114 W Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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  - **Categories**: workshops, sports
- **Event Name**: Jenga games today!
  - **Description**: Spring Break hours today! We will be open 9:30-3:00. We will have the Jenga games out at 11-2 pm.! Come join us!  Visit our website for more information at:
sandcastleschildrensmuseum.com
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/jenga-games-today/200029678044658
  - **Venue**: 129 E Ludington Ave PO Box 595, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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  - **Categories**: spring-break
- **Event Name**: Darren McCarthy Fundraising Event
  - **Description**: This event is to raise money for the McCarthys.  Raffles, music, and who knows what else!!!  A long afternoon/evening event.  Details to come.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/darren-mccarthy-fundraising-event/200029719952045
  - **Venue**: Danish Brotherhood
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  - **Categories**: charities

## Trending Events in Ludington

- **Event Name**: Joe Nichols in Ludington
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Joe Nichols Live in Ludington on Saturday, May 23, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Joe Nichols like never before? With chart-topping hits like Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off, Brokenheartsville and Gimmie
  - **Venue**: Stix Ludington
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- **Event Name**: West Shore Bank Rhythm and Dunes Features Mark Blomsteel and The Motor City Drive
  - **Description**: Join West Shore Bank for a free community fundraising concert series on July 25th at 6 pm at Waterfront Park in downtown Ludington.

This year, we are thrilled to bring Mark Blomsteel and The Motor City Drive, one of America’s premier country bands featur
  - **Venue**: Waterfront Park
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- **Event Name**: 80s Murder Mystery on the S.S. Badger - SOLD OUT
  - **Description**: *******THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT******

Join us aboard the iconic S.S. Badger for an 80’s themed Murder Mystery on May 30, 2026! As the clues unfold, you’ll mingle, investigate, and help solve a totally tubular whodunnit in retro style. 😎

Tickets are $45 a
  - **Venue**: 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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- **Event Name**: RIDE THE WIND - America's #1 Poison Tribute Band RETURNS to the Sand Bar
  - **Description**: 🎸🔥 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND 🔥🎸

Ride The Wind – America’s #1 Poison Tribute Band RETURNS to The Sand Bar!

Ludington… you spoke, we listened.

After packing the house and delivering one of the most unforgettable nights in Sand Bar history, Ride The Wind – A
  - **Venue**: 203 S James St, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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- **Event Name**: Sara Evans in Ludington
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss this Out! Sara Evans is Live at Stix Ludington on Friday, July 17, 2026! 🎶
This is your moment. Sara Evans is hitting Stix Ludington on Friday, July 17, 2026, and with chart-topping hit
  - **Venue**: Stix Ludington
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- **Event Name**: West Shore Bank Rhythm and Dunes Features Jedi Mind Trip
  - **Description**: Join West Shore Bank for a free community fundraising concert series on August 1st at 6 pm at Waterfront Park in downtown Ludington.

This year, we are thrilled to bring Jedi Mind Trip, who combines excellent vocals and great musicians for an awesome nigh
  - **Venue**: Waterfront Park
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- **Event Name**: Sara Evans - We Got The Beat
  - **Description**: Sara Evans is bringing her We Got the Beat Tour to STÍX on July 17th!
  - **Venue**: 1963 N Lakeshore Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431
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- **Event Name**: Sara Evans
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Sara Evans, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Stix Ludington in the heart of Ludington, MI for an event that defies expectations. 📅 On
  - **Venue**: Stix Ludington
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- **Event Name**: Live in the Plaza
  - **Description**: Free outdoor concerts take place every week on Thursdays from June-August. On Fridays, music will be featured in conjunction with the Downtown Ludington Farmers Market (May 22-Sept. 18)! Visit http://downtownludington.org view the lineup of musicians.
  - **Venue**: Legacy Plaza - at Ludington & James
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** "Railroad on Water - The Legend of the S.S. Badger" Michigan Premiere (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Open Boat Night on the S.S. Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 08:30 pm at 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Documentary Premiere: Railroad on Water - The Legend of the SS Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Women's Ministry Gathering (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Infinite Mystery Challenge (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Leviathan).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ludington today May 15, 2026?
  - **A:** PICTURE PERFECT WEEKEND WORKSHOP LOCATED AT TODD & BRAD REED PHOTO (Fri May 15 2026 at 06:30 pm at 114 W Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ludington this weekend May 15–17, 2026?
  - **A:** "Railroad on Water - The Legend of the S.S. Badger" Michigan Premiere (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Open Boat Night on the S.S. Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 08:30 pm at 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Documentary Premiere: Railroad on Water - The Legend of the SS Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Women's Ministry Gathering (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Infinite Mystery Challenge (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Leviathan).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ludington in May 2026?
  - **A:** "Railroad on Water - The Legend of the S.S. Badger" Michigan Premiere (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Open Boat Night on the S.S. Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 08:30 pm at 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Documentary Premiere: Railroad on Water - The Legend of the SS Badger (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Ludington Area Center for the Arts), Women's Ministry Gathering (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431), Infinite Mystery Challenge (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Leviathan).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Ludington on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Ludington include Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431, 409 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, MI, United States, Michigan 49431.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Ludington include S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry, Delay In Block Productions, Radiant Church.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Ludington?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Ludington.

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