Annual Events & Festivals
Known as Michigan's festival capital, Greater Lansing is home to 60+ festivals, fairs and public shows throughout the year. Take a look at the list below to see what is coming up.
Note: While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this calendar, no responsibility will be assumed by Choose LansingTM. All information herein is subject to change without notice.
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The Science Festival is returning! Whether you are a junior scientist or a lifelong learner, there's something for you. The line-up will include topics on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), with talks, demonstrations, tours, open houses, hands-on…
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The annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is the “granddaddy” of them all! It is the original maple syrup festival in Michigan and came about in 1940, when local syrup producers gathered in a barber shop to discuss a way to sell their product. Our festival is always held…
Middle Village Brunch & Boutique is your chance to stop and see our new shops, grab some free brunch with your friends and enjoy great music and giveaways.
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The best ukulele festival in the Midwest with performances, demonstrations, classes and workshops.
Delta Township will rock all summer long with a movie, music, tournaments, and more! Music in the Park - On the Big Stage Concerts in the Amphitheater May 16, June 20, July 18, and August 15 June 27 & July 25 Kids Days June 21 & August 9 Delta Township July 3 Fireworks…
- MSU Union
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The Annual MSU Arts and Crafts Show is a seasonal tradition and beloved community event. The Winter and Spring Art and Craft Shows are fundraisers for the University Activities Board (UAB). All vendor booth fees proceeds go directly to the UAB. UAB is a group of student members…
- City of East Lansing
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Celebrate the 61st year of the East Lansing Art Festival in Downtown East Lansing. Over 180 jury-selected artists from across the state and country be on display. In addition, there will be a full line-up of performers on both days of the festival and an artist demonstration area…
The inaugural Rock Lansing Music Fest is on Saturday May 18, 2024 from 2pm to 11pm. Gates open at 2pm. Rock Lansing is an outdoor rock music festival hosted at Adado Riverfront Park. The event features national and regional bands playing on multiple stages, food trucks and more!…
Celebrate the Best of Lansing with the best of the best. From artists and creatives to retail shops and restaurants, the influencers, changemakers, and creators that make this community so unique. If you truly #LoveLansing, The BEST OF LANSING is the ultimate celebration for you…
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Come celebrate Hispanic culture at the annual Cristo Rey Fiesta on Memorial Day weekend and boasting authentic Mexican food, vendors, bands and dance troupes under the big tent! Additionally, as we have done in the past few years, we will continue the tradition of honoring the…
Chalk of the Town brings chalk artists to Old Town for a day of creativity and fun! Watch live as chalk art is created on the sidewalks of Old Town and visit our unique boutiques and restaurants. Prizes will be awarded by our guest judges.
The party returns to downtown Wacousta on Saturday, June 1st from 3-7 pm. Join us for an afternoon of live music, over 40 booth vendors, food trucks for every palate, and family-friendly fun. Free event with parking and shuttle available. Visit our event page for all the details…
Get ready to immerse yourself in Lansing's most spectacular cultural festivity! Embark on a vibrant journey of cultural discovery and fun at Lansing Fiesta 2024. Revel in the rhythms of live music, taste the diversity of flavors from local food trucks, and celebrate community…
The 10th Annual Lansing Beer Fest is on Saturday June 8th, 2024 from 4pm (3pm for VIP) to 8pm. LBF is an outdoor beer festival on Washington Ave. between South St. and Elm St. in REO Town. This festival will feature 20+ Michigan Breweries and 100+ craft beers and ciders. If…
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The mission of the Lansing Juneteenth Committee is to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States by celebrating the joys of liberty, educating the community about our heritage, and by promoting positive cultural interaction. · Annual community softball game kicks it…
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The 517 Juneteenth Weekend is a unique opportunity for the Mid-Michigan region to celebrate black culture, expression, and freedom while reflecting on 159 years of African-American emancipation. Juneteenth Weekend will feature events and activities from Thursday, June 13th…
This is the largest one-day, ALL OLDSMOBILE show anywhere. Find over 500 Oldsmobiles, this year featuring the 442. Huge Swap Meet w/ over 100 vendors See flyer for location of entrances for: Visitors & Trailer Parking Swap Meet Vendors Show Cars
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We are thrilled to provide entertainment for our community as we have for over five decades. In keeping with tradition, we will continue to feature parades, craft shows, an enduro derby, a duck drop, euchre & cornhole tournaments, and a food & beverage tent with live…
Contact our team for additional information: Addresses & Telephone Festival Office (Tickets & Band Press Kits): SBW Promotions, P.O. Box 2655, Battle Creek, MI 49016 Email (Gene…
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The Summer Solstice Jazz Festival (SSJF) is a celebration of jazz music featuring nationally recognized and regional jazz artists, as well as youth and community education for residents and visitors of East Lansing. The SSJF salutes jazz one of the truly American art forms, and…
This annual family-friendly community event includes various activities throughout the day, including a 11:00 AM parade, music, arts and crafts show, and fireworks.
Celebrate Pride in Old Town Lansing! There will be a main stage with entertainment throughout the day, vendors, food, beer tent, and a family area. Follow at www.lansingpride.org or "Lansing Pride" on Facebook for all of the latest information.
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Get ready to mark your calendars for the 2024 Capital City Taste Fest happening right here in Lansing! It's going to be a weekend filled with food trucks, delicious eats, and tons of fun. We're talking a hot wing challenge, a kid zone, live music, and even beer and wine! We're…
The Annual Car Capital Auto Show will be held on the museum grounds. The show will feature a DJ, food trucks, awards, and lots of amazing classic automobiles! Do you have a classic car you’d like to register for the show? Please see our Capital Car Show page.
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The 2024 Eaton County Fair is set to take place July 8-14, 2024 in Charlotte, Michigan. 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…
- Old Town Lansing
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ScrapFest began as a scrap metal artwork competition, and has grown into a full art festival that focuses on up-cycled and repurposed artwork. Now, the festival has not only the scrap metal sculpture competition, but also eco-art booth vendors, family activities, live music…
Lansing Taco and Tequila Fest is an outdoor tequila festival hosted at Adado Riverfront Park (201 E Shiawassee St, Lansing, MI 48933). This festival will feature 100+ tequilas. Most of the list is tequila but there will be a few other options such as beer, sangria and margaritas…
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Lansing 5:01 presents the annual DAM JAM MUSIC FESTIVAL at Lansing's Brenke Fish Ladder for two nights celebrating Michigan artists. Dance and sing the night to a robust lineup of other Michigan-based bands as they perform in Lansing's most unique pop-up music venue, in-the-round…
- Ingham County Fairgrounds
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The 170th Ingham County Fair involves families from all over the county from Lansing to Stockbridge. The Fair plays a very important role in the community and the county. The Large Animal Auction will be held on Thursday, August 1st and the Small Animal Auction will be held…
- Old Town Lansing
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Save the dates for this year's JazzFest 2024 Michigan. Performer and schedule details to be announced later for this weekend of energy, excitement, and music.
Free Admission Art, Crafts, 200+ vendors Food trucks Musicians and more!
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Craft show, Rodeo, kids entertainment, parade, music, dancing, and so much more. Visit website for schedule.
The 6th Annual Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Fête brings together a celebrated list of nationally and internationally acclaimed cross-genre jazz musicians. Styles supported range from smooth and contemporary jazz, pop, funk and R&B. The outdoor Armory Smooth Jazz Fête is…
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It's the 78th annual DeWitt Ox Roast. This festival weekend includes a carnival, parade, car show, arts and crafts and live music.
- Courthouse Square Association
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Come celebrate year six of the Festival of Oddities! Voted the Lansing area's "Best Local Event/Festival" in 2021and 2022's Top of the Town competition, A Festival of Oddities is a celebration of all things strange and macabre. Presented by The Courthouse Square Association and…