Autumn is such a great season here in West Michigan. You can visit a multitude of festivals, take a fall color tour to view the spectacular oranges, reds and yellows that take over the landscape, and just enjoy the cool, crisp air. Halloween is not just for kids....our local communities sponsor various parties and events that are fun for the entire family.

For more information on Trick or Treat dates and locations, read our Halloween story.

Local Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches:

Lewis Farm Market & Petting Zoo

4180 W. M-20, New Era. (231) 861-5730. Corn Maze opens in early September with other fall activities in full swing by mid-September. Featuring The Apple Express, Barrel Train, Pumpkin Moon Walk, jumping pillow, and pedal carts. U-pick apples and pumpkins for additional charge. Special music is performed some weekends. Visit VisitLewisFarms.com for more information.

Orchard Market

8400 N. US 31, Free Soil. (231) 464-5534. Wagon rides, corn maze, u-pick pumpkin patch, apple cannons, and more. 11am-5pm Saturdays and Sundays from September 28th-October 27th. Visit OrchardMarket.us for more information.

Fun Fall Events Traditionally Held in Mason County

Octoberfest Craft Beer & Music Festival

Downtown Ludington. Pub Crawl, Chili Walk, and Festival Tent. For more information, visit downtownludington.org.

Mason County Mutts Halloween Spooktacular

Medilodge of Ludington- 1000 E. Tinkham Ave. Bring your pets dressed in costume. Costume contest and lots of prizes.

Halloween Hayride, Costume Contest and Potluck Dinner at Circle Rocking "S" Children's Farm

5487 Tuttle Rd. in Free Soil. Bring treats, a dish to pass, and your own beverages and table service.

Friends of the Ludington State Park Fall Celebration

Ludington State Park Beach House. The event includes a horse-drawn wagon ride, doughnut holes, apple juice, music by The Road Less Traveled, a beach campfire and the beautiful views at the Lake Michigan Beach House. The event is sponsored by Friends of Ludington State Park in conjunction with Ludington State Park and Soberalski Farm’s Draft Horses of Pere Marquette Township. There is no cost to attend with the Michigan Recreation Passport but donations to and membership with the Friends of the Ludington State Park are encouraged.

Fall Fest Weekend

Mason County Reformed Church- 45 S. Amber Rd. in Ludington. Admission is free and open to the public. Lve music, chili cookoff, Pig Roast and family fun!

Dolloween Art by Laurie Carey

Barley & Rye- 107 W. Ludington Ave. in Ludington.

Camp Sauble Cages of Carnage Haunted Prison

4058 E. Free Soil Rd. in Free Soil. $10/person entry fee benefits local fire departments. Not recommendeded for small children.

Haunted Hayride to benefit Connexion Point, Inc.

Cartier Park- 1254 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington. $5/person or $20/family. Not recommended for small children.

Halloween Hustle 1-Mile Race

Beginning at the Cartier Park Gazebo- 1254 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Ludington. 1 Mile Fun Run for students in Grades K-5 at Cartier Park. Runners will begin and end at the gazebo. Drivers must enter from Lakeshore Drive.

Harvey's Haunted Garage

320 S. Madison Ave. in Custer. Haunted maze, family friendly, and free for all.

Pumpkin Palooza

Ludington Library- 217 E. Ludington Ave. and the Scottville Library- 204 E. State St. Pumpkin-flavored everything, games, crafts, and all kinds of fun. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Run For Your Lives 5K/10K/Half

Downtown Ludington

Safe Harbor Credit Union's Annual Halloween Parade

Beginning at the Mason County Courthouse- 304 E. Ludington Ave. Games and activities before the parade.

Boy Scout Troop 1190 Haunted House

Community Church- 109 N. Harrison in Ludington.

Ludrock's Night of Fright

Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St, Ludington.

Spooky Slow Roll

Night-time bicycle ride, which makes its way around town for about 5 miles. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, and others will be raffled, to those who are brave enough to ride. Expect surprises.

Halloween Charity Event at Photography by Sue Brown

1676 W. Hansen Road, Scottville. Free photo with donation to United Way of Mason County

Halloween Party hosted by West Shore Pride

Food, music, games, and more with LGBTQ+ friends and allies. All ages welcome.

Fun Fall Events Traditionally Held in Oceana County

Special Event Weekends

Lewis Farm Market & Petting Zoo- 4180 W. M-20 in New Era.

Sam Adams Steinfest

Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar- 2501 Wilson Rd. in Silver Lake. Keg Rolling/Throwing, Stein Hoisting, and more!

Shadows in the Shedd

265 E. Tyler Rd. in Hart. Three attractions for $10: the Carnival Tunnel, The Maze of Dr Morell and The SHEDD.

Haunted Acres

7970 W. Park Rd. in New Era. Corn maze and zombie shooting gallery. Three attractions: Field of Screams, Corn Maze Craze, and Zombie Paintball. $20 to enter. Fresh cider, food, and merchandise available for purchase. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Free parking.

Oktoberfest

Downtown Pentwater. Bingo, Comedy Night, Kids Activities, Entertainment Tent, and more.

Fun Fall Events Traditionally Held in Manistee County

Manistee's Ghost Ship

On the S.S. City of Milwaukee historic carferry. This is a truly thrilling and scary adventure. Travel through five decks and 72 stairs, some quite steep. For more information, visit Carferry.com or call (231) 723-3587. Located at 99 Arthur Street (US 31).

Onekama Fall Festival

Onekama Village Park. Craft and food vendors, inflatables, kids activities, fun run, pet parade, and more! Visit onekama.info for more information.

Boos, Brews, & Brats

Manistee Elks Lodge- 432 River St. Costume contests for children and adults, music by Sunset Groove, homemade brats and delicous beer. Also featuring special movie showing at the Vogue Theatre

Stay tuned for updated information on fun fall events happening in 2020!

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Fall Festivals & Events in West Michigan: Ludington, Manistee, Pentwater, Silver Lake, and more...

More to Love About Autumn in West Michigan...

For more activities & attractions, check out these additional links for Things to Do in West Michigan:

Ludington Activities & Things to Do -- Play on a beautiful beach, take a tour at Historic White Pine Village, or explore the barn quilt trail, murals or sculptures in the county--Ludington offers many fun things to do for the entire family!
Have Fun in Manistee, Michigan -- Explore Manistee's historic downtown district and riverwalk, hike the Manistee National Forest, canoe on the Manistee River, and more.
Hamlin Lake -- Just 4 miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and climbing dunes! The Hamlin Lake shoreline is also part of the Ludington State Park.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes -- Visiting the Silver Lake Sand Dunes makes for a terrific vacation because you can take your off-road vehicle for a spin on the scenic sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan and Silver Lake.
Things to Do in Pentwater, Michigan -- Nothing is quite like the quaint, artsy, harbortown village of Pentwater. Don't miss the popular Charles Mears State Park beach on Pentwater's Lake Michigan shoreline.
Lots of Activities in Scottville, Michigan -- Explore the Riverside Park along the National Scenic Pere Marquette River.
Canoeing or Fishing on the Pere Marquette River -- Many boat liveries offer canoe rentals.
Also, check out West Michigan Guides and our locally produced WestMichigan.MichBiz.com directory for our largest lists of Things to Do in West Michigan.