Festivals & Fairs
Street fairs and seasonal celebrations
Phoebe Bridgers Lost Weekend Planetarium Experience
Phoebe Bridgers Lost Weekend Planetarium Experience at Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Planetarium Shows
Planetarium Shows at Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Michigan Fiber Festival
Fiber arts festival at Allegan County Fairground with crafts and demonstrations.
Art on a Roll | Apple Carr
Art on a Roll festival in Muskegon with creative activities and exhibits.
The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty
Tom Petty tribute band performs at Lowell festival.
North Community Fest
Community festival open to families, volunteers, and all visitors.
Asamu Johnson & the Associates of the Blues - Kentwood Summer Concert Series – August 13
Free blues concert in Kentwood as part of the summer series.
Thursdays on the Terrace: Unplugged Night with the Grand Rapids Public Library
Free unplugged music night with Grand Rapids Public Library on Monroe Center.
GHFF Park Concert Series: Freshwater
Free summer concert in Grand Haven featuring Freshwater band.
Grandville Farmers Night Market
Grandville Farmers Night Market
August BASH at WGHN
Family-friendly August celebration along Grand Haven's harbor.
Breakaway Music Festival Michigan - Friday
Multi-day music festival in downtown Grand Rapids; check lineup for family appeal.
Street Performer Series Block Party
Street performers and block party fun at Holland Civic Center Place.
Safari Day
Safari-themed day at John Ball Zoo with dancers, musicians & character meet-and-greets.
KREAM
Live music festival at Belknap Park.
Fest of All Music
All-music festival in Holton celebrating diverse genres.
Breakaway Michigan 2026
Multi-day music festival in Grand Rapids; check 2026 lineup.
Breakaway Music Festival 2026
Two-day music festival with diverse artists, activities, and entertainment at Belknap Park.
Peach Perfect Sunflower Fest
Stroll through sunflower blooms and celebrate late summer at a farm market festival.
Grant Festival
Town festival in Grant with community fun for families.
2026 Miss Danish Festival Scholarship Pageant
2026 Miss Danish Festival Scholarship Pageant in Greenville.
The Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire & Fae Ball 2026
Fantasy-themed faire and Fae Ball at The Forest Grove in Byron Center.
Breakaway Music Festival at Belknap Park
Music festival at Belknap Park—outdoor concert experience.
🏇 The LTS Annual Derby Cross is BACK!
Annual Derby Cross event with family-friendly equestrian fun.
Arts & Drafts Festival Water Ski Show! (Saturday) FREE!
Free arts & crafts festival with exciting water ski show.
A Glimpse of Africa Festival
Celebrate African cultures through music, food, art & education at Calder Plaza.
Back To School
Back To School event in Fennville.
ZOMburgers at Worship on the Waterfront (Artist TBA)
Food and music at Worship on the Waterfront in Holland.
Dumpling Fest 2026
Celebrate global cuisine at this food festival featuring dumplings from around the world at Calder Plaza.
GHFF Park Concert Series: Nathan Walton
Family-friendly park concert series with live music.
Tie Dye Festival 2026
Tie dye festival with hands-on activities for families.
Grateful Bear Campout Festival 2026
Family-friendly campout festival at Smiling Acres in Coral.
Tie Dye Festival 2026
Colorful tie-dye festival at Burley Park in Howard City.
Tulip City Walls Mural Festival
Family-friendly street art festival celebrating murals and community creativity in Holland.
Greenville Danish Festival 2026
Annual Danish Festival draws 80,000+ visitors to celebrate heritage with food, culture & fun.
28th Street Metro Cruise
Join 25,000+ car lovers at the biggest Metro Cruise gathering in Grand Rapids.
Watemelon Fest at Deep Roots
Watermelon Fest at Deep Roots in Alto—summer festival fun.
Wings Over Muskegon 2026
Wings Over Muskegon air show in Norton Shores—watch aircraft displays.
Hudsonville Community Fair 5K presented by Renewed Physical Therapy
Hudsonville Community Fair 5K—part of the fair celebration.
Unity in Motion Festival
Community festival celebrating unity and togetherness at Gezon Park in Wyoming.
Return to the River Festival 2026
River-themed community festival in downtown Grand Rapids.
Trillium Irish at 28th Street Metro Cruise PIT STOP
Classic cars, live Irish music, and summer fun at 28th Street Metro Cruise.
Summer Music Series: Block Party with Ten Peso Version & False Harbor
Family block party with live music, food, and fun at Vander Mill cider house.
2026 Danish Dash 5K and Kid's Half Mile Fun Run
Danish Dash 5K plus kids' half-mile fun run—family race at the festival.
2026 Danish Festival: Meijer Grand Dansk Parade
2026 Danish Festival parade in Greenville—colorful community celebration.
Hudsonville Fair 5k
Hudsonville Fair 5K race—part of the community fair celebration.
Merchants and Makers at Return to the River!
Craft & vendor market as part of Return to the River festival at 6th Street Park.
Hudsonville Community Fair
Hudsonville Community Fair with classic Midwest fair fun for all ages.
Edible Flowers
Edible Flowers festival in Greenville—celebrate spring blooms and nature.
JPB at Music on the Grand
JPB live music at Music on the Grand festival in Grand Haven.
Delton Summer Sounds - The All American Country Stampede
All American Country Stampede in Delton—family-friendly summer music fest.
Bay Turner & Jaye King - Joy99 Best Summer Ever Concert Series
Summer concert series in Zeeland with live local music and fun.
Tunes & Tongs - Molly M (fka Metzger)
Tunes & Tongs live music series in Dorr—outdoor concert experience.
On the Fly
On the Fly festival in Grand Rapids—summer celebration with food and fun.
GHFF Park Concert Series: Dave Palmer & His Only Friends
Park concert series in Grand Haven—live music for the whole family.
Funky Brewster @ Hart Commons Park
Funky Brewster performs at Hart Commons Park in Kentwood—live rock show.
Wild Soul Revival
Wild Soul Revival music festival in Norton Shores—live performance.
A Taste of Greece Festival
Greek Orthodox church festival with food, music, dancing, and cultural celebration.
Midnight Moonlight at Smiling Acres with Huggy Bear
Midnight Moonlight at Smiling Acres with live music & family festivities.
Ionia Freak Fair
Ionia Free Fair — a classic community festival with rides, food & entertainment.
Billy Strings
Ionia Free Fair featuring Billy Strings—live music at a community fair.
Lincoln Park Days Festival
Lincoln Park Days Festival community celebration.
Dozynki Polish Festival 2026
Three-day Polish cultural celebration with traditional food, music, dance & crafts.
GRAND RAPIDS TACO FEST 2026
Grand Rapids Taco Fest — food festival with music & family-friendly fare.
Grand Rapids Polish Harvest Festival 2026
Polish Harvest Festival — cultural celebration with food, crafts & family fun.
Michael Cleveland in Ionia
Michael Cleveland at Ionia Free Fair—live bluegrass at community fair.
Baila Music Festival 2026
Full-day Latin music and dance festival at Rosa Parks Circle with live performances and food.
Grand Rapids Sky Lantern Festival by Lights Over America
Sky lantern festival—magical evening of lights and community celebration.
Lindsay Lou in Ionia
Lindsay Lou at Ionia Free Fair—live music at a community gathering.
National Dahlia Show Hosted by the West Michigan Dahlia Society
Free dahlia flower show with hundreds of blooms at Frederik Meijer Gardens.
Food Event
Food festival in Hastings.
Muskegon Polish Festival
Polish cultural festival at Hackley Park featuring vendors, food, live music, and kids' activities for all ages.
Cedar's 2026 RAMPAGE
Cedar's 2026 RAMPAGE festival in Cedar Springs.
Logging Festival 2026
Logging Festival 2026 in Newaygo celebrating heritage & outdoor culture.
Momz Attic @ Trufant Jubilee - Celebrating USA's 250 Years!
Trufant Jubilee celebrating USA's 250th anniversary.
Green Acres of Allendale
Farm festival with seasonal activities and family fun.
Fiesta Mexicana 2026
57-year tradition of Mariachi, folklórico dance, vendors & El Grito celebration at Calder Plaza.
Allegan County Fair
Classic county fair with rides, games, food, and entertainment.
Wheatland Music Festival 2026
Music festival in Remus celebrating local and touring artists.
ArtPrize 2026 Preview Week
International art competition and cultural festival kicks off in downtown Grand Rapids.
Danish Festival
Danish heritage festival in Greenville featuring food, crafts, and cultural traditions.
Fall Support Local Fest at Deep Roots
Shop local vendors and enjoy family fun at this fall festival in Alto.
Miniature Highland Festival
Farm animals, food trucks, and local fun at Thunder Acres Highlands summer fest.
Van Eerden Food Show
Food & vendor expo at DeVos Place with family-friendly activities.
Michigan Irish Music Festival
Celebrate Irish culture with music, crafts & traditions at Michigan Irish Music Festival.
Michigan Apple Fest
Michigan Apple Fest in downtown Sparta celebrates apples with games, food & crafts.
ArtPrize 2026
International public art competition and exhibition throughout downtown Grand Rapids.
Fallasburg Arts Festival 2026
Arts festival at Fallasburg Park featuring local artists, crafts & activities.
Alto Harvest Festival and Car Show
Harvest festival with car show in Alto—classic Americana fun for all ages.
2026 Greenville Renaissance Faire
2026 Renaissance Faire in Greenville—costumes, jousting, crafts & family entertainment.
Family Funfest
Theme park day with rides, games, petting farm & Dutch heritage at Nelis' Dutch Village.
M45 Celebration Food Fest
M45 Celebration Food Fest in Allendale—community food and family fun.
Eastown Streetfair 2026
Grand Rapids' beloved Eastown neighborhood celebration with arts, crafts, food & live music.
Capes and Crowns Walk and Family Fun Fest
Family fun fest with superheroes, movie screening, activities, and vendors at the ballpark.
Tulip City Gem and Mineral Show
Tulip City Gem and Mineral Show at Holland Charter Township Community Center
Morning Art Prize Walking Food Tour
Explore ArtPrize's stunning outdoor gallery before crowds arrive—perfect for families.
Oktoberfest GR 2026
Grand Rapids' Oktoberfest returns with food, live music, contests & fall family fun.
Parkfest, Live Music
Historic Park Theatre's annual fundraiser with two nights of live music, food & community.
Cadillac Fall Festival
Cadillac Fall Festival at Gilmore Car Museum—perfect for auto-loving families.
Wealthy Street Block Party
Live music, food trucks, local vendors & family fun on Wealthy Street in Uptown.
Zeeland Pumpkin Fest
Annual Zeeland fall festival with live music, food, parade, and kid-friendly activities.
Fall Fest 2026
Two days of fall-themed family fun across downtown Holland, Windmill Island & Civic Center.
Cedar Spring's Red Flannel Festival
Cedar Springs' beloved Red Flannel Festival returns with fall fun and festivities.
Walk to End Alzheimer's
Family-friendly walk & carnival at Centennial Park with music, booths, snacks & kids' activities.
International Festival of Holland
Free cultural festival celebrating international food, music, and traditions in Holland.
Highlands Fall Festival
Farm animals, food trucks, and fall fun at Thunder Acres Highlands.
DeutscheMarques Oktoberfest, Color Tour & Market
Family-friendly Oktoberfest with car tours and market at Gilmore Car Museum.
Gilmore Museum Oktoberfest Show & Market
Gilmore Museum Oktoberfest Show & Market at Gilmore Car Museum
Dutch Winterfest
Seasonal festival celebrating Dutch holiday traditions with festive events.
Walker Winterfest
Winter festival for the whole family in Walker with seasonal fun and activities.
Tulip Time
Spring festival celebrating millions of blooming tulips across Holland, Michigan.
More events outside the Grand Rapids area
2 events farther afield.