The lakeshore communities of West Michigan do a fantastic job of hosting events and activities that include the whole family. There's so much happening that is geared specifically toward kids and families as a whole, and that's part of what makes being here so amazing!

Every season in West Michigan has it's unique, fun things to do for kids of all ages- from babies up to the "young at heart". Indoors or outdoors, no matter the time of year, there's always something great going on along the lakeshore for families to experience together!

In addition to the following list, check out the events happening throughout the month at Sandcastles Children's Museum and the Ludington and Scottville branches of the Mason County District Libraries!

Here's a list of family friendly events happening along the lakeshore in June:

Friday, June 8th-Sunday, June 10th

National Asparagus Festival in Hart. Events include farm tours, arts/craft show, food show, and parade.

Friday, June 8th, 5-8pm

Outdoor live music with Jersey Pete & Java Joe at http://www.visitludington.com/stories/shagway_arts_barn">Shagway Arts Barn- 5949 Shagway Rd. in Ludington. $5 cover charge, children 12 and under free.

Saturday, June 9th-Sunday, June 10th

Michigan's Free Fishing Weekend. All fishing licenses waived for the weekend.

Saturday, June 9th

8am - Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k.

8am - Two Guinness World Record Attempts for cycling in Ludington.

10am-5pm - Port of Ludington Maritime Museum one-year anniversary party at the museum- 217 S. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington. Children's outdoor activities: 11:30am-2:30pm; dedication of S.S. Badger exhibit: 3pm; $2 off admission all day; Free admission from 3-5pm.

1pm & 3:30pm - Manistee Saints Baseball vs. Michigan Sports Academy-Livingston at Rietz Park- 90 Park Ave. in Manistee.

Sunday, June 10th

7:30am-12pm - Fly-In Breakfast at the Oceana County Airport- 1805 W. Baseline Rd. in Shelby.

1pm & 3:30pm - Manistee Saints Baseball vs. Michigan Sports Academy-Livingston at Rietz Park- 90 Park Ave. in Manistee.

12-5pm - 2nd Annual West Shore Pride Fest. An event to support the LGBTQ Community at Rotary Park- 107 S. Harrison St. in Ludington. Features booths of non-profit organizations, artisans and crafters, food and beverage vendors, and political representatives; all who suppor the LGBTQ Community.

Tuesday, June 12th, 7pm

Outdoor live music with Kevin Kimes & Andy Thomas at the Scottville Clown Band Shell- 105 Green St. in Scottville.

Wednesday, June 13th, 7pm

Ludington Area Jaycees Summer Kick-Off Concert featuring the Scottville Clown Band at Waterfront Park- 1122 S. William St. in Ludington.

Thursday, June 14th

9am-6pm - Day Care Day at Lewis Farms & Petting Zoo- 4180 W. M-20, New Era. Licensed day cares are encouraged to attend. Each child will receive a wristband which includes farm admission, jumping pillows, pedal carts, and 1 barrel train token. Pre-registration is required, visit lewisfarmmarket.com.

5-8pm - Outdoor live music at Live in the Plaza: Tim Krause at James Street Plaza/Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St.

June 15th-July 15th

Early registration for West Shore Wolves Youth Hockey League. Level include Age 6 & Under (Learn to Play Hockey), Age 8 & Under (Learn to Play Hockey), Age 10 & Under, Age 12 & Under, and Age 14 & Under. For more information and to register, visit westshorecia.com.

Saturday, June 16th-Sunday, June 17th

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at Stearns Park Beach- 100 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington. Opening ceremonies begin at 8am Saturday.

Saturday, June 16th

12-10pm - 41st Annual Spirit of the Woods Festival at Dickson Park- 14270 Coates Hwy in Brethren.

5-8pm -
Outdoor live music with Cheryl Wolfram at http://www.visitludington.com/stories/shagway_arts_barn">Shagway Arts Barn- 5949 Shagway Rd. in Ludington. $5 cover charge, children 12 and under free.

Sunday, June 17th

10am-5pm - Father's Day at Lewis Farm & Petting Zoo- 4180 W. M-20 in New Era. Dads will enjoy free admission, an apple cinnamon donut, and coffee.

8pm - Pentwater Movies on the Green featuring Indiana Jones.

Monday, June 18th

6:30-7:30pm - Swim Lesson Registration at Donald C. Baldwin Community Pool- 706 E. Tinkham in Ludington.

6:30-7:30pm - Registration for summer Tennis Camp, Diving Camp, Cooking Class, Art Camp, Music Camp, & Pickleball Camp at Ludington City Hall- 400 S. Harrison St. Visit ludington.mi.us for more information.

Tuesday, June 19th, 7pm

Outdoor live music with Fremont John at the Scottville Clown Band Shell- 105 Green St. in Scottville.

June 20th-August 3rd

Free Summer Meals for Kids. This non-income based program offers free and nutritious meals to those age 18 and younger at various sites. All sites are closed on July 4th and Victory Early Childhood Center is also closed on July 5th.

• Mason County Central Upper Elementary School- 505 W. Maple St. in Scottville (Closed Fridays): 8am-8:30am & 11:15am-12:15pm
• Pere Marquette School- 1115 S. Madison St. in Ludington: 11:15am-12:15pm.
• Emanuel Lutheran Church- 501 E. Danaher St. in Ludington: 11am-12:30pm.
• Fountain Community Center- 3918 E. Main St. in Fountain: 11:15am-12:15pm
• Victory Early Childhood Center- 4171 N. Stiles Rd. in Ludington. 7:30-9am & 11:15am-12pm. Closed on Fridays
• Ludington Library- 217 E. Ludington Ave. in Ludington: 11am-12:30pm
• Waterfront Park- 300 N. William St. in Ludington: 11:15am-12:30pm

Questions? Call Mary Ann at (231) 757-5721 for more information.

Wednesday, June 20th

MCSFA Kid Fish Day - On Manmade Lake. Sponsored by the Manistee County Sport Fishing Association. Visit mcsfa.org for more information.

7pm - Outdoor live music at Echo Through the Timber: Gospel Explosion at Wenger Pavilion in Baldwin.

Thursday, June 21st-Sunday, June 24th

44th Annual Flea Roast & Ox Market in downtown Irons and Skinner Park in Irons. Features bands, amusement rides, horseshoe, softball, volleyball, car show, and more.

Thursday, June 21st, 5-8pm

Outdoor live music at Live in the Plaza: Fremont John at James Street Plaza/Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St.

Friday, June 22nd-Saturday, June 23rd

Civil War Muster at Historic White Pine Village- 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington.

Friday, June 22nd, 5-8pm

Outdoor live music with Hazard at Shagway Arts Barn- 5949 Shagway Rd. in Ludington. $5 cover charge, children 12 and under free.

Saturday, June 23rd-Sunday, June 24th; 12pm-12am

Relay for Life at Oriole Field- West Tinkham Ave. in Ludington.

Saturday, June 23rd

10am - Western Michigan Old Engine Club Antique Tractor Pull at Scottville Riverside Park- 700 S. Scottville Rd.

10am-3pm - Pioneer Kids Day at Historic White Pine Village- 1687 S. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington.

12-5pm - Bus Day at Big Sable Lighthouse. Round-trip bus transportation is available from the Ludington State Park office to the Big Sable Lighthouse. Last bus leaves the lighthouse at 4:45pm. There will be live music at the lighthouse by High Lonesome from 1:30-3:30pm. $5 for adults and $2 for children.

6:30pm - Showing of the Veggie Tale Movie "Jonah" at the Scottville Clown Band Shell- 105 W. Green St. in Scottville. The film is being presented by the Radiant Church community at the Scottville Clown Band Shell on Saturday, June 23. Games and music will kick off the event at 6:30pm, with the movie beginning at dusk. Free popcorn, drinks, and goody bags will be available. Attendees should bring chairs and blankets. Open to the public.

Sunday, June 24th

9am-12pm - Flippin', Flyin', Catchin' Pancakes at the Pentwater Historical Society Museum- 85 S. Rutledge St. in Pentwater.

1pm & 3:30pm - Manistee Saints Baseball vs. Oil City Stags at Rietz Park- 90 Park Ave. in Manistee.

8pm - Pentwater Movies on the Green. Featured movie to be announced.

Tuesday, June 26th, 7pm

Outdoor live music with Edgar Struble & Friends at the Scottville Clown Band Shell- 105 Green St. in Scottville.

Wednesday, June 27th, 7pm

AFFEW Beach Sweep at south end of beach house in Stearns Park- 100 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington.

Thursday, June 28th

11:30am-2:30pm - Barn Dance & Potluck at Circle Rocking "S" Children's Farm- 5487 Tuttle Rd. in Free Soil.

5-8pm
Outdoor live music at Live in the Plaza: Mark Dvorak at James Street Plaza/Legacy Plaza- 112 N. James St.

8-10pm - Sunset Beach Bonfire with live music by Jimmy Dodson.

Friday, June 29th-Wednesday, July 4th

Manistee National Forest Festival

Friday, June 29th

5pm - Penwater-Hart Bike Trail Fun Bike Ride from Pentwater Municipal Marina through the village of Pentwater. $5 individual donation or $10 for a family.

5-8pm - Outdoor live music with Brad Lee at http://www.visitludington.com/stories/shagway_arts_barn">Shagway Arts Barn- 5949 Shagway Rd. in Ludington. $5 cover charge, children 12 and under free.

Saturday, June 30th-Sunday, July 1st; 6pm-12:30am

Summer Soung Waves Concert at First Street Beach in Manistee. Presented by West Shore Bank. Cousin Curtiss and Clear Heels will open for the headliner, The Breakfast Club.

Saturday, June 30th

9am - Pentwater-Hart Bike Trail 12-mile Bike Ride. Round-trip ride from the Boathouse Bar & Grille, across Long Bridge Road, on marked route to Hart Pizza. Registration forms/pledge sheets available at pentwaterhartbiketrail.com.

10am & 1pm - Western Michigan Old Engine Club Garden Tractor Pulls at Scottville Riverside Park- 700 S. Scottville Rd. Dead boat at 10am, Transfer sled at 1pm.

6-9pm - Ludrock Allstars at the Shagway Arts Barn- 5949 Shagway Rd. in Ludington.

9:30pm - 2nd Annual Pentwater Venetian Illuminated Boat Parade from the Pentwater Yacht Club- 205 S. Dover St. Theme is "Disney in Pentwater".

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