The Smokin' Dobroleles will be @ Lake Michigan Beach House starting at 7pm.

Redux will be at Gull Landing 6-9

The Ludington Area Center for the Arts’ (LACA) Wednesday, July 2 LACA Summer Concert Series will feature a performance by The Seth Bernard Quartet.
A mix of jazz, blues, rock, pop and R&B performers will make up the 2025 LACA Summer Concert Series every Wednesday evening, June 18through Sept. 3, in downtown Ludington’s Waterfront Park.
Hosted by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) these FREE concerts bring world class music to community members and the many visitors of our great area in a family friendly environment.
While the concerts are FREE to attend and open to the public, putting on this series is not free to the art center. LACA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on monetary donations to help fund its events and programs. Donations for the concert series are collected on-site during each concert. Donations can also be made online at https://www.ludingtonartscenter.org/donate.
Additional musical acts slated to take part in the 2025LACA Summer Concert Series include, Snacks & Five, July 9; Metro Soul Band, July 16; Sears & Sears Quintet, July 23; Steepwater Band, July 30;East Bay Drive, Aug. 6; Dave Keller Band, Aug. 13; Greg Nagy Band, Aug. 20; Jeff Haas’ Big Fun Electric Band, Aug. 27; and The Schleppinbop Kids, Sept. 3.
2025 sponsors of the LACA Summer Concert Series include, Ludrock, Safety Decals, West Shore Bank, Heyse & Associates, the Ludington Daily News, Bud Matthews & Ruth Ananda, Teclas Piano Tuning, Urban Vinyl, and Ace 1 Porta-Potties.

Live Music in the Garden // Tyler Reed @ Jamesport Brewing Co. 5-8 pm. 

LIVE IN THE PLAZA

THURSDAYS FROM 6-8 PM, JUNE THROUGH AUGUST

All performances take place at Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St.

July 03- Life Theory
July 10 – Tim Krause
July 17 – Greg Secor
July 24 – Jason Hargreaves
July 31 – Third Coast Swing
Aug. 7 – Harv & Sons
Aug. 14 – Cheryl Wolfram
Aug. 21 – Mike Lenich
Aug. 28 – Tyler Reed

Stix & JL Entertainment present The 1985 - Totally 80's Mixtape Live Thursday, July 3rd!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 6pm
Show | 8pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

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The 1985

From South Bend, IN, The 1985 is a five-member retro band, featuring the best of rock, pop, new wave, and metal from the 1980’s! Lights, video, costumes, all come together for an immersive, TOTALLY 80’s experience.

🔥 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: ACT CASUAL LIVE AT THE SAND BAR! 🔥
Thursday, July 3 | 9:30PM – 1:30AM

Ludington, are you READY for the most electrifying show of the summer?

🎶 Act Casual is rolling into town, bringing their mind-blowing fusion of blues, funk, jam-band energy, and catchy pop melodies straight from the heart of Detroit to our Sand Bar stage!

From basement jam sessions to sold-out venues and major festivals, this band has shared stages with the likes of Bootsy Collins, Spafford, Umphrey’s McGee, and Parliament Funkadelic legends — and now they’re bringing that same energy HERE.

🔥 Featured in Rolling Stone
🔥 Airplay on WRIF 101 & WDET 101.9
🔥 Over 50,000 streams on Spotify
🔥 Played at Bernie Sanders Rally, Summer Camp Festival & more
🔥 Currently on a 35+ date summer tour

Let’s show this powerhouse group the Ludington love they’ve heard about.

🕺 This is the show where the Sand Bar becomes more than just a bar —
It’s where the music takes over. The vibe is real. And YOU belong here.

📍 No cover. All vibes. Be early. Be loud. Be ready to move.
📸 Tag your crew. Share the hype. Let’s pack the Sand Bar and make this a night to remember.

#ActCasualLive #SandBarLudington #LiveMusicLudington #TheVibeIsHere

🎆 FRIDAY, JULY 4TH — "DECADES" RED, WHITE & BLUE PARTY 🇺🇸
🔥 THE SANDBAR IS GOIN’ OFF! 🔥

This 4th of July, we’re turning up the volume and throwing Ludington’s wildest Independence Day bash — and we’re doing it decades style!

🎧 SLOTH returns to the decks with an explosive mix of the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and today’s hottest hits — spinning from 9PM to 2AM and keeping the dance floor lit all night long.

💃 Come early, stay late — we’ll be the best place in town with live entertainment before & after the fireworks!

🍻 Ice-cold drinks.
🎇 Epic crowd energy.
👗 Red, white & blue fits encouraged.
🚨 NO COVER EVER.

📍 The Sand Bar – 203 S James St, Downtown Ludington
🕘 Music starts right after sunset — get here early, it’s gonna pack out.

This is not your average bar.
This is The Sand Bar.
All genres. All voices. All vibes. If it moves you — it belongs here.

LET’S BLOW THE LID OFF THIS JOINT.

Music: Saturday, July 5
Noon- The Roustabouts 
1:00-Ludington Ukes
 2:00 Beet Diggers 
3:00-AsparaGrass 
4:00-Joe Irelan 
 
Music: Sunday, July 6
12:00-Cheryl Wolfram 
1:00-Third Coast Gypsy Jazz
 2:00-The Stinks 
3:00-The Ron Johnson Quartet

The 57th annual West Shore Art Fair (WSAF) will take place Saturday and Sunday, July 5–6, in downtown Ludington's Rotary Park!
Organized by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA), the WSAF is nationally recognized as one of the best "small" fine art fairs. The event features a diverse selection of juried fine art and fine craft, attracting talented artists and enthusiastic visitors from across the country.
LACA and the WSAF are currently seeking volunteers to help make this beloved community event a success. Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the event runs smoothly and are an essential part of the WSAF experience.
Please take a moment to review the available volunteer opportunities and sign up for the slots that best fit your schedule. Any and all help is greatly appreciated!
Thank you in advance for supporting the arts in your community—and for sharing this opportunity with friends and family!

Happy Saturday!! We are excited to Welcome Dean Dostal to the 10 Spot stage today from 12-2! So grab a friend and come enjoy some great music and great food from your favorite Ludington food trucks!

Today’s lineup:
Brunch Babes 9-2
Waffle Stix 9-7
The Market 10-4
Cluck Bucket 11-7
Cheese Louise 11-3
Lakeside Wiener Wagon 11-7
Roast’d 11-7
Wooden Paddle Pizza 11-7

See ya soon! ✌️

Stix & JL Entertainment present THE TASTE OF ARMAGEDDON Tour - Powerman 5000, Ill Niño, Priest, Hed PE Saturday, July 5th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 4pm
Show | 5pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

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Jimmy dodson and Jason Fugere Barnharts Restaurant Bar & Marina Saturday July 5th ,,6 to 9 pre Hamlin fireworks show

Chad Sampson will be @ Golden Sands Bucket Bar 6-8 pm. 
Discover a star studded musical line up on the patios of Golden Sands Golf Course & Bucket Bar. No cover, just spice up your night with our family friendly atmosphere. Arrive early, even bring your comfy chair if you would like. Huge Thanks to our Amazing Musicians for a Fabulous Season of MUSiC LiVE!

Bent Carrot ! Sat 5 July at The Village Pub Backyard @ 8pm. "Why party indoors when you can party hearty at the Village Pub Backyard in Pentwater to classic rock with BENT CARROT.

🔥🎸 Next Saturday, July 5 — Prepare for Chaos, Riffs & Rat Soup
The Sand Bar proudly presents HOT GIRLS
— the swamplords of the Grand Rapids rock scene.
Long hailed as the “les enfants terribles” of West Michigan music, these high-energy, gutter-glam rockers have shredded charts and dived deep into the sewers of sound to unearth something unforgettable.
🎤 Think high-octane performance
🎸 Goblin furnace-level heat
🧪 Unfiltered weirdness
💥 And absolute rock & roll mayhem
With new anthems, cult-status bangers, and a reputation that leaves no crowd standing still, HOT GIRLS are bringing Ludington a show that’s part concert, part fever dream.
🕘 Saturday, July 5 | 9PM – 1:30AM
📍 Only at The Sand Bar – 203 S James Street
💵 No Cover. Just Carnage.
🎶 When Hot Girls ask, “Have you had enough?” —
the only answer is: HELL NO.
#HotGirlsAtTheSandBar #RockAndRatSoup #LudingtonLive #NoCoverEver #SwamplordsUnite

Starting at 2 pm at Starving Artist! Rain or shine, we will party! Music from 2pm (come see if Andy can still play guitar) and @lakeside_wwbbq all day. Come hungry and thirsty and bring an umbrella.

Twyce the Band will be @ Golden Sands 6-8 pm. 
Discover a star-studded musical line up on the patios of Golden Sands Golf Course & Bucket Bar. No cover, just spice up your night with our family friendly atmosphere. Arrive early, even bring your comfy chair if you would like. Huge Thanks to our Amazing Musicians for a Fabulous Season of MUSiC LiVE!

Stix & JL Entertainment present Lonestar with opener Waylon Hanel Sunday, July 6th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 5pm
Show | 7pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

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Lonestar

Lonestar is a celebrated American country music group that captured global attention with their timeless ballad “Amazed,” a crossover sensation that spent 9 weeks at No. 1 on the country charts and 2 weeks at No. 1 on the pop charts. Known for blending heartfelt storytelling with a polished pop-country sound, the band—comprised of Dean Sams, Michael Britt, Keech Rainwater, and Drew Womack—has left an indelible mark on the genre boasting a staggering 22 top ten singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including 10 that reached No. 1.

Their meteoric rise began in 1995 with the top 5 single “Tequila Talking,” followed by No. 1 hits like the rock-tinged “No News,” “Come Cryin’ to Me,” and “Everything’s Changed.” The release of their quadruple-platinum 1999 album Lonely Grill cemented their legacy, delivering four No. 1 singles and showcasing their knack for emotionally resonant, radio-friendly songs.

Lonestar’s success has earned them widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including Academy of Country Music awards for New Vocal Group, Single and Song of the Year, and Humanitarian of the Year. They were also honored with the Country Music Association’s Vocal Group of the Year and International Artist Achievement Award.

With more than 10.5 million records sold worldwide, Lonestar stands as one of country music’s most enduring and influential bands, continuing to inspire fans with their heartfelt hits and musical legacy.

Waylon Hanel

Twenty-three-year-old Waylon Hanel is a self-taught singer songwriter characterized by his textured vocals and endearing ability to captivate audiences. The Michigan native has quickly become recognized for his down-to-earth style, bold delivery and vivid storytelling. Named after country music legend Waylon Jennings (one of his biggest influences), Hanel has worked to hone his skills in developing a vintage signature style of his own. His music and recordings are a testament to his unique, artistic individuality and powerful delivery well beyond his years.

Canopy Space will be at Ludington State Park at the Amphitheater starting at 7:00pm. 

Stix & JL Entertainment present Killer Queen - A Tribute To Queen (featuring Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury) Tuesday , July 8th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 5:30pm
Show | 7:30pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

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The Ludington Area Center for the Arts’ (LACA) Wednesday, July 9 LACA Summer Concert Series will feature a performance by Snacks & Five.
A mix of jazz, blues, rock, pop and R&B performers will make up the 2025 LACA Summer Concert Series every Wednesday evening, June 18through Sept. 3, in downtown Ludington’s Waterfront Park.
Hosted by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) these FREE concerts bring world class music to community members and the many visitors of our great area in a family friendly environment.
While the concerts are FREE to attend and open to the public, putting on this series is not free to the art center. LACA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on monetary donations to help fund its events and programs. Donations for the concert series are collected on-site during each concert. Donations can also be made online at https://www.ludingtonartscenter.org/donate.
Additional musical acts slated to take part in the 2025LACA Summer Concert Series include, Metro Soul Band, July 16; Sears & Sears Quintet, July 23; Steepwater Band, July 30;East Bay Drive, Aug. 6; Dave Keller Band, Aug. 13; Greg Nagy Band, Aug. 20; Jeff Haas’ Big Fun Electric Band, Aug. 27; and The Schleppinbop Kids, Sept. 3.

Live Music in the Garden // Yankin' Covers @ Jamesport Brewing Co.  5-8 pm

Redux will be @ Fricano's in Manistee

LIVE IN THE PLAZA

THURSDAYS FROM 6-8 PM, JUNE THROUGH AUGUST

All performances take place at Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St.

July 10 – Tim Krause
July 17 – Greg Secor
July 24 – Jason Hargreaves
July 31 – Third Coast Swing
Aug. 7 – Harv & Sons
Aug. 14 – Cheryl Wolfram
Aug. 21 – Mike Lenich
Aug. 28 – Tyler Reed

Stix & JL Entertainment present Big Love - Fleetwood Mac Tribute Thursday, July 10th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 5:30pm
Show | 7:30pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

Canopy Space returns to the taproom this week! Join us for an exciting night of music on Friday from 6 to 9 pm!

FRIDAYS FROM 6-8 P.M. MAY 23-SEPT. 5

All performances take place at Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St.

July 11 – Justin Wierenga
July 18 – Meg Gunia
July 25 – Gabrial James
Aug. 1 – Nick Veine
Aug. 8 – Adam Knudsen
Aug. 15 – 80 Cows
Aug. 22 – Twyce the Band
Aug. 29 – Joe Stickney
Sept. 5 – Rocket Fuel Haulers
Sept. 12 – Joe Irelan
Sept. 19 – Seth Brown Duo
Sept. 26 – Downtowners

Stix & JL Entertainment present EMO NIGHT w/ All American Throwbacks Friday, July 11th!
Ages | All Ages
Doors | 5:30pm
Show | 7:30pm
- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

PROJECT 90 is hitting the stage at the Sandbar on Friday, July 11 with all of your favorite 90's Rock, all night long!!
PROJECT 90 has been voted in the top 3 Favorite Cover Bands in West Michigan in REVUE Magazine's Best of the West reader's poll for each of the last eight years running.

Monica James will be @ Golden Sands Bucket and Bar 6-8 pm. 
Discover a star-studded musical line up on the patios of Golden Sands Golf Course & Bucket Bar. No cover, just spice up your night with our family friendly atmosphere. Arrive early, even bring your comfy chair if you would like. Huge Thanks to our Amazing Musicians for a Fabulous Season of MUSiC LiVE!

Stix & JL Entertainment present Adrenalize: The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience Saturday, July 12th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 6pm
Show | 8pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

Uncle Klunk will be @ The Sandbar starting at 9pm.

Ravon Steely Rhoden will be @ The Deck (Muskegon) 12-3pm

Golden Sands presents Dana and Mike 6-8 pm. 
Discover a star-studded musical line up on the patios of Golden Sands Golf Course & Bucket Bar. No cover, just spice up your night with our family friendly atmosphere. Arrive early, even bring your comfy chair if you would like. Huge Thanks to our Amazing Musicians for a Fabulous Season of MUSiC LiVE!

The Ludington Area Center for the Arts’ (LACA) Wednesday, July 16 LACA Summer Concert Series will feature a performance by Metro Soul Band.
A mix of jazz, blues, rock, pop and R&B performers will make up the 2025 LACA Summer Concert Series every Wednesday evening, June 18through Sept. 3, in downtown Ludington’s Waterfront Park.
Hosted by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) these FREE concerts bring world class music to community members and the many visitors of our great area in a family friendly environment.
While the concerts are FREE to attend and open to the public, putting on this series is not free to the art center. LACA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on monetary donations to help fund its events and programs. Donations for the concert series are collected on-site during each concert. Donations can also be made online at https://www.ludingtonartscenter.org/donate.
Additional musical acts slated to take part in the 2025LACA Summer Concert Series include, Sears & Sears Quintet, July 23; Steepwater Band, July 30;East Bay Drive, Aug. 6; Dave Keller Band, Aug. 13; Greg Nagy Band, Aug. 20; Jeff Haas’ Big Fun Electric Band, Aug. 27; and The Schleppinbop Kids, Sept. 3.

Live Music in the Garden // Jakob Abraham @ Jamesport Brewing Co. 5-8

LIVE IN THE PLAZA

THURSDAYS FROM 6-8 PM, JUNE THROUGH AUGUST

All performances take place at Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St.

July 17 – Greg Secor
July 24 – Jason Hargreaves
July 31 – Third Coast Swing
Aug. 7 – Harv & Sons
Aug. 14 – Cheryl Wolfram
Aug. 21 – Mike Lenich
Aug. 28 – Tyler Reed

07.18.25 - FRIDAY - 6 PM TO 9 PM
JOHN MERCHANT & GREG MILLER – LIVE MUSIC AT THE BREWERY

FRIDAYS FROM 6-8 P.M. MAY 23-SEPT. 5

All performances take place at Legacy Plaza, 112 N. James St.

July 18 – Meg Gunia
July 25 – Gabrial James
Aug. 1 – Nick Veine
Aug. 8 – Adam Knudsen
Aug. 15 – 80 Cows
Aug. 22 – Twyce the Band
Aug. 29 – Joe Stickney
Sept. 5 – Rocket Fuel Haulers
Sept. 12 – Joe Irelan
Sept. 19 – Seth Brown Duo
Sept. 26 – Downtowners

Stix & JL Entertainment present FJ - A Tribute to Foreigner and Journey Friday, July 18th!

Ages | All Ages
Doors | 6pm
Show | 8pm

- Tickets are $5 more the day of the show plus all applicable taxes & fees.
- No refunds.
- Event is rain or shine unless in the event of severe weather.
- Children 10 and under are FREE
- Bag style folding chairs allowed in general admission section

🎸🔥 LUDINGTON, YOU WANTED DIFFERENT? YOU GOT IT.
This Friday, July 18 | 9:30PM–1:30AM
The Sand Bar is unleashing a double bill that’s gonna melt your flip-flops off.

👾 QORKY (Headliner)
They’re weird. They’re wild. They’re wonderfully unhinged.
Veteran musicians from across the Tri-City scene who take your favorite covers and flip them upside down—with a sound that’s tight, twisted, and totally original.
Goofy as shit. Loud as hell. Fun as hell.

⚡️ Special Guest: BRUGADA
Thrash metal madness with serious System of a Down energy.
Face-melting riffs. Gut-punch drums. Controlled chaos from the Tri-Cities that’ll shake the Sand Bar to its bones.

💥 Two bands. One night. No excuses.
💀 You’ve never seen Ludington live music like this before.

Friday, July 18 | 9:30PM–1:30AM | No Cover | 21+
Only at The Sand Bar – where different is the whole damn point.

#QorkyLive #BrugadaThrash #SandBarLoud #LudingtonAfterDark #WeirdIsWelcome #MetalMeetsMadness #DifferentHitsDifferent