Michigan's Best Fairs & Festivals
Summertime Festivals in Michigan are amazing!
Summertime Festivals in Michigan are amazing! We have fruit harvesting festivals including the National Blueberry Festival in South Haven and the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City. There are festivals celebrating the water including boating, sailing, fishing everything for the Nautical lovers - lets be honest in Michigan has something for everyone! We also have 4th of July and Labor Day celebrations and some of the best County Fairs which you won't want to miss.
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Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 2026 The Lakeshore Art Festival is a Muskegon tradition with a unique blend of arts, crafts, music, food and fun along the scenic shoreline. The Lakeshore Art Festival features hundreds of artists and crafters, a Children’s Lane, street performers and a food area including an Artisan Food Market and festival food favorites. |
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Every year over a half million people join in on the festivities of the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City Michigan the week of July 4th. |
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The perfect family outing is The Boyne City's 4th of July Festival held at Veterans Memorial Park on Lake Street. The GRAND PARADE* on Water Street and Lake Street. Begins at corner of East and Water Streets, proceeds west on Water Street to Lake Street, then north on Lake, ending at Glen's Market starts at 10 AM . |
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The Les Cheneaux Antique Wooden Boat Show is held in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the city of Hessel, Michigan. Founded in 1978, the event is held every year during the second week of August . The Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show is held each year in the beautiful Upper Peninsula town of Hessel, Michigan. |
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FRIDAY & SATURDAY, AUG. 14 & 15, 2026 Michaywé is a peaceful four-season recreational and residential Northern Michigan community nestled in the winding hills and lush woodlands just 8 miles south of Gaylord. Over 2,000 acres of forest, lakes and streams creates the backdrop for over 950 homes. |
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August 10-15, 2026 The Otsego County Fair is a great place for the whole family. Our goal is to keep prices affordable for all. It is full of various events for all ages! From grandstand events, free attractions, rides, games to farm animals. |
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August 17th-22nd, 2026 From Coldwater to Cheboygan Michigan, Join hundreds of classic cars as we tour nostalgic Old US 27. The Old US 27 Motor Tour will be stopping in downtown Gaylord Great Time, Great Towns, Very Scenic Drive Back In It's Day, Old U.S. 27 Was The Way...... |
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July 10 - 19, 2026 Oakland County Fair Join us for tons of fun! The Fair has remain a source of community it now serves as an educational opportunity, a connection with agriculture and family friendly entertainment. |
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July 14-18, 2026 The Gaylord Area Chamber of Commerce presents Alpenfest ®. Expect five days of festivities including a parade, Skerbeck Family Carnival, kid's games and contests, pancake breakfast, ethnic food, stages with live entertainment and the World's Largest Coffee Break. This is a true community celebration! |
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July 13-18, 2026 Join us for 5 days of family fun including exciting carnival rides, live entertainment, tractor pulls, horse racing, plenty of good food, and let’s not forget all of the competitions and agricultural exhibits. The Eaton County Fair is a family tradition in Charlotte and should not be missed! |
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June 25-27, 2026 Charlotte Bluegrass Festival is Michigan’s premier bluegrass festival celebrates years of bluegrass tradition! The Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, in Charlotte, Michigan, is delighted to host an annual weekend of music with some of the biggest names in bluegrass. Something for everyone and all of it good! |
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July 18 -25, 2026 Started in 1852, the Barry County Fair moved from its location in downtown Hastings to our present site in 1990. |
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July 21 - 25, 2026 A county fair of one type or another in Van Buren County can trace its beginnings back more than 150 years. Although it was not known as a county fair, the first mention of a fair came during the summer of 1851 when the Van Buren Agricultural Society was formed. Jay R. Monroe served as its president. |
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July 16 - 25, 2026 The Ionia Free Fair in Ionia,Michigan is great family fun. |
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July 27 - August 1, 2026 The mission of the Ottawa County Fair is to bring youth, young families, and adults of all ages together for agricultural education, affordable family fun, and recreation within a safe and friendly atmosphere. |
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August 2-8, 2026 The Cass County Fair is a cherished tradition that brings the community together for a week of unforgettable fun, excitement, and family-friendly entertainment. Held in Cassopolis, Michigan, this fair offers something for everyone—from thrilling midway rides and live grandstand events to hands-on agricultural exhibits and delicious fair food. |
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August 3-8, 2026 The Ingham County Fair in Mason,Michigan is filled with wonderful memories and time spent with family and friends! The annual fair is a wonderful celebration of our heritage and the volunteers that have helped make the Fair what it is today! |
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August 9-15, 2026 The Branch County Fair, invites your cooperation in making this fair a worthwhile contribution to the rural life of Branch County. Its principal function is to encourage the work of the young people in Branch County. |
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The Kalamazoo Youth Fair in Kalamazoo,Michigan! |
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August 3-8, 2026 We strive to give our exhibitors an awesome experience that they’ll carry with them for the rest of their lives. And we truly enjoy bringing our visitors the chance to enjoy as many free, fun, and ag-educational, events that we can pack on our grounds for the week! |
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August 2 - 8, 2026 The Annual Tractor Show in Coopersville, Michigan Since 1999. All types of tractors will be on display with Oliver being the feature. Pedal Pull for kids on Wednesday at 10 am, tractor drive through town on Thursday night, and much more. |
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Second Saturday in August The Calhoun County Fair is Michigan’s Oldest Continuing Running Fair. First held in 1839, the Calhoun County Fair has continued to this day as one of Michigan’s foremost agricultural attractions. It is generally held the third full week of August. |
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August 17-22, 2026 The Berrien County Youth Fair in Berrien Springs, Michigan, is a fun-filled event that celebrates the creativity and hard work of local youth ages 5 to 20. It's a great place to see a variety of exhibits—everything from homemade crafts and baked goods to photography and woodworking. |
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August 24-29, 2026 Welcome to the Hudsonville Community Fair! The “Biggest Little Fair in Michigan” features great fair food, rides, livestock shows, still exhibits and the always popular grandstand events. Don’t miss the motorcross, truck & tractor pulls and all the fun the fair has offer. |
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September 20 - 26, 2026 The St. Joseph County Grange Fair in Centreville,Michigan includes nightly Grandstand Events sure to excite the entire family. Don't miss it. |
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September 4 - 6, 2026 GrandCon features tabletop gaming in all its forms, including the creators behind them. We provide an atmosphere that will allow gamers to mingle and appreciate their shared interests. |
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June 27, 2026 Come on out and join the fun at the Ingham County Fairgrounds. The Mason Outdoor Expo in Mason, Michigan, is a can’t-miss event for anyone who loves the outdoors, motorsports, and community fun. |
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June 6-11, 2026 The Berlin Fair in Marne,Michigan is scheduled each year for the middle of June. The Berlin Fair has been providing the community an opportunity to showcase agricultural and craft products since 1855. Each year the fair provides an entertainment venue complete |
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JULY 6 - 11, 2026 The first Gladwin County Fair was held in 1909 in Gladwin. Many years passed with fair events being held until 1953 when funds were not generated to pay premiums on items exhibited. |
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July 14 - 18, 2026 Established in 1890 (incorporated in 1946), the Arenac County Fair has been offering fun and educational experiences for every age! |
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August 3 - 8, 2026 Enjoy amusement rides, entertainment, rodeos, derbies, tractor pulls and more at the annual Isabella County Youth & Farm Fair at the Isabella Fairgrounds in Mt Pleasant, Michigan. |
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July 27 - August 1, 2026 The Iosco County Fair in Hale,Michigan offers thrilling grandstand events, we will always have an array of free entertainment happening all throughout the fair. Some of these will be our wild and crazy Barnyard Olympics, Farmer John and The Barnyard Express Show, livestock/horse shows, livestock auction, music, games for all ages and more! |
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August 8–15, 2026 Each year the Cheboygan County Fair hosts over 25,000 guests from all over the region during an eight day period. This results in significant economic gains for the local economy and presents exceptional opportunities for both IR young and old to enjoy and participate in the magic a great county fair. |
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August 4-8, 2026 The Bay County Fair is a great place for the whole family. It features Livestock Exhibitions followed by a Sale, Horse Shows, Still Projects, Midway Fun, It is our aim and intent to build a fair that showcases the county's agriculture as well as being of interest to all county residents. |
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August 16 - 22, 2026 The Midland Fairgrounds has been a place for family fun and entertainment for years. Our 118 acres, 102,000 square feet of indoor exhibition space, two indoor horse arenas, a grandstand that seats 3,800 people and a half-mile race track, bring in thousands of people from across the country every year for a range of events and activities. |
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August 4-8, 2026 The Alcona County Fair in Lincoln, Michigan, is a beloved annual event that brings together the community for a fun and memorable celebration of local culture and traditions. |
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July 13 - 18, 2026 The Mecosta County Free Fair in Big Rapids, Michigan, is a lively summer tradition that brings people of all ages together to celebrate community and agriculture. |
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July 20 - 25, 2026 The Muskegon County Fair Association strives to continue making improvements to the fairgrounds! Thank you to all the businesses and individuals who continue to sponsor our efforts to build a great facility in Muskegon County!! |
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July 27 - August 1, 2026 Join us for The Osceola County 4-H Fair in Evart, Michigan! |
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August 3 - 8, 2026 The Clare County fair is a family tradition for many. In addition to showcase our communities agricultural heritage we enjoy the midway and amazing entertainment. Please join us for this years fair. |
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August 8-15, 2026 The Newaygo County Agricultural Fair in Fremont,Michigan |
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August 9 - 15, 2026 The Northwestern Michigan Fair in Traverse City is a summertime favorite that blends community pride with classic fair fun. Held every August, it’s a great place to experience the area’s agricultural roots through 4-H livestock exhibits, tasty local food, and nightly grandstand events like rodeos and tractor pulls. |
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August 11-15, 2026 Fairs in Mason County can be traced back to the 1870s. However the present location hosted it’s first fair in 1936. The fair was discontinued for five years during the height of the Great Depression, but in 1936 the Western Michigan Fair Association was formed. |
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August 16-22, 2026 The Northern District Fair in Cadillac,Michigan |
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August 6-9, 2026 South Haven is proud to be known as the "Blueberry Capital of the World" because Michigan, and particularly Van Buren County, ranks as the nation's leading producer. The four day Blueberry festival will be held in various locations in and out of doors in the Lake Michigan Beachtown community of South Haven, Michigan. |
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August 9-15, 2026 Huron Community Fair Celebrating Agriculture, Youth and Community since 1868! Plan on spending this year with us to see why we rave about the Fair! |
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July 26 - August 1, 2026 The Tuscola County Fair in Caro, Michigan, is a long-standing local tradition that offers a fun and family-friendly way to enjoy summer in the heart of the Thumb. Dating back to 1881, it's one of the county’s most beloved annual events, bringing together the community to celebrate agriculture, entertainment, and small-town charm. |
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July 31, 2026 The annual Blueberry Festival in Downtown Marquette. Washington and Front streets will be bustling with sidewalk sales, food vendors, artists, demonstrations, pony rides, inflatable arcade games, and activities for children and families. |
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July 31 & August 1, 2026 The Coloma Glad-Peach Festival is an annual celebration of the gladiolus flowers and peaches, which are both grown locally. The festival is held the first weekend in August, and provides three days of family friendly fun for all ages. |
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July 18 & 19, 2026 The Michigan Honey Festival is a fun, inexpensive, & informative weekend for everyone, young and old, non-beekeepers, “Newbee’s” & seasoned beekeepers alike. All our attendees, sponsors, vendors, and volunteers will walk away with something. |





















































