Summer in Greater Lansing is anything but boring. From funky street festivals and beer fests to family carnivals, art fairs, and cultural celebrations, something exciting is happening every single week. Whether you're a local looking to mix up your weekend plans or a visitor planning a getaway, use this guide to explore the best summer events—from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Thinking of making it a full experience? Book a hotel and stay close to the action—you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a fun-filled day.
Pro tip: Follow our “What’s Happening This Week in Lansing” Reels on Instagram and Facebook for more things to do, and check our events calendar for full details.
May
Kick off summer with the Cristo Rey Fiesta, the region’s biggest Latino celebration, and celebrate love and inclusion at Meridian Pride. Memorial Day weekend sets the stage for a season full of community and color.
Week of May 19-25
Cristo Rey Fiesta
*Information to be confirmed: Come celebrate Hispanic culture at the annual Cristo Rey Fiesta on Memorial Day weekend and boasting authentic…
Read MoreWeek of May 26-June 1
Meridian Pride
Join us in celebrating our 2025 Meridian Pride Event on Saturday, May 31 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Marketplace on the Green pavilion (1995…
Read MoreJune
June brings funky beats, vibrant chalk art, classic car shows, and powerful celebrations of Pride and Juneteenth. Don’t miss small-town favorites like the Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, Potterville’s Gizzard Fest (yes, gizzards included), Williamston’s Red Cedar Jubilee, Grand Ledge’s Yankee Doodle Day, and the Wacousta Block Party for something truly one-of-a-kind.
Week of June 2–8
Gizzard Fest
Gizzard Fest is not your ordinary festival. Thousands of people stream into Potterville for this unique event and good old-fashioned fun! The…
Read MoreBAD Brewing's 10th Annual Summer Block Party
It's that time of year again for us to kick off summer and shut down the street to party with live music, great eats, and a 30+ tap list of beer…
Read MoreOld Town Chalk of the Town
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…
Read MoreMichigan FunkFest
Join us for a funk-tastic evening of music, dance, and good vibes as we present a lineup that will keep you movin' all night long! This one-day…
Read MoreWacousta Community Block Party
Join us for an unforgettable (FREE) community experience filled with fun, food, and fantastic music! Here’s what you can expect: Live Music…
Read MoreWeek of June 9-15
Oldsmobile Homecoming 2025
Join us for the 31st annual Oldsmobile Homecoming. This is the largest one-day, ALL OLDSMOBILE show anywhere. Find over 500 Oldsmobiles, this…
Read MoreRed Cedar Jubilee
Life is a Carnival--Make it Fun! We are thrilled to provide entertainment for our community as we have for over five decades. In keeping with…
Read MoreEast Lansing PRIDE
Come celebrate PRIDE in the heart of downtown East Lansing! The fourth annual East Lansing PRIDE is scheduled to take place from 4-9 p.m…
Read MoreWeek of June 16-22
32nd Lansing Juneteenth Celebration & African American Parade
The mission of the Lansing Juneteenth Committee is to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States by celebrating the joys of liberty…
Read More517 Juneteenth Weekend
Welcome to the 5th Annual 517 Juneteenth Weekend, a landmark celebration of Black culture, history, and community in Lansing, Michigan’s REO…
Read MoreLansing Fiesta & Carnival
Get ready for a spectacular celebration of music, culture, and community spirit at Adado Riverfront Park (Downtown Lansing). We will have a…
Read MoreCharlotte Bluegrass Festival
Michigan’s premier bluegrass festival will celebrate 53 years of bluegrass tradition, June 19-21, 2025! The Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, in…
Read MoreSummer Solstice Jazz Festival
The Summer Solstice Jazz Festival (SSJF) is a celebration of jazz music featuring nationally recognized and regional jazz artists, as well as…
Read MoreYankee Doodle Day
This annual family-friendly community event includes various activities throughout the day, including a 11:00 AM parade, music, arts and crafts…
Read MoreWeek of June 23-29
Lansing Pride 2025
Join us on Turner Street for a day filled with love, laughter, and celebration at Lansing Pride 2025! Get your rainbow gear ready and mark your…
Read MoreJuly
Kick off July with fireworks lighting up the skies in communities all across Greater Lansing. Old Town turns into a vibrant hub of creativity and music with ScrapFest and Dam Jam. Families won’t want to miss the Fairytale Festival at Turner Dodge House or Capital City Comic Con at the Lansing Center—costumes encouraged!
Week of June 30-July 6
Lansing Lugnuts Home Game / July
Come on out and "Go Nuts" and cheer on the Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field! Click here for themes and promotions at each game. There's always…
Read MoreWeek of July 7-13
Capital City Comic Con
Bringing on-screen, comic creator, and publisher Special Guests, vendors, artists, eSports tournaments, cosplay contests, replica cars, panels…
Read MoreTurner-Dodge Fairytale Festival
Turner-Dodge House and Heritage Center will become a Fairy Kingdom once again this year! Featuring fairytale characters, arts & crafts…
Read MoreLansing Beer Fest
The 11th Annual Lansing Beer Fest is on Saturday July 12th, 2025 from 4pm to 8pm. VIP Entry starts at 3pm. Lansing Beer Fest is an outdoor beer…
Read MoreWeek of July 14-20
5:01 Dam Jam Music Festival
Lansing 5:01 presents the annual Dam Jam music festival at Lansing's Brenke Fish Ladder for two nights celebrating Michigan artists. Dance and…
Read MoreWeek of July 21-27
Car Capital Auto Show
The R.E. Olds Transportation Museum presents the 32nd Annual Car Capital Auto Show on the museum’s grounds in downtown Lansing! The show will…
Read MoreTaco & Tequila Festival
The third Annual Lansing Taco & Tequila Fest is on Saturday July 26, 2025 from 4pm to 8pm. VIP Entry starts at 3pm. Lansing Taco and Tequila…
Read MoreWhat's Happening this week
517 Restaurant Week
Foodies will unite for the ultimate self-guided tour of the region’s dining scene, MAY 10-17, 2025, as participating…
August
Wrap up summer with a mix of art, music, and good eats. Be sure to add to your calendar A Festival of Oddities at Turner-Dodge for quirky vibes, the Michigan Chicken Wing Festival in downtown Lansing to try all the flavors, and cruise over to Meridian Motorfest for live music, cool cars, and monster truck rides!
Week of July 28-August 3
Ingham County Fair
The 171st Ingham County Fair involves families from all over the county from Lansing to Stockbridge. The Fair plays a very important role in the…
Read More2025 JazzFest Michigan
JazzFest Michigan is an annual music festival in Old Town Lansing, that has been going on for over 30 years. Four Venues & Five Days We’ve…
Read MoreArt Fair at the Ledges (formerly Island Art Fair)
Free Admission! Free Parking at Fitzgerald Park! Musicians, Food Trucks, a plethora of handmade art and craft vendors including 15 Michigan…
Read MoreWeek of August 4-10
St. Johns Mint Festival
The 40th annual St. John's Mint Festival is a vibrant annual event featuring a craft show, flea market, live entertainment and activities for the…
Read MoreWeek of August 11-17
DeWitt Ox Roast
It's the 79th annual DeWitt Ox Roast. Come and enjoy our beloved traditions such as the parade and carnival, alongside exciting new additions…
Read MoreOld Town ArtFeast
It's time for the Old Town ArtFeast, a fantastic event that celebrates some of the best things in life: beautiful art and delicious food! We'll…
Read MoreWeek of August 18-24
Sun Dried Music Festival
Join us for a FREE, one of a kind music festival in historic downtown Mason, MI! The weekend will feature a variety of entertainment on two…
Read MoreWeek of August 25-31
Michigan Chicken Wing Festival
The Michigan Chicken Wing Festival was inducted into the Super Bowl of Wing Festivals in 2015 as a catalyst to unite the community. This festival…
Read MoreA Festival of Oddities
In the 1940s and 50s, there were so many Bigfoot sightings in the Charlotte area, a section of town became known as "Gorilla Swamp." Are there…
Read More5th Annual Meridian Motorfest
More details to come. We'll be back again! RSVP now and follow us for updates in the summer of 2025 when the biggest car show of Mid Michigan…
Read MorePlan Your Stay
With so many festivals to explore, why not turn your visit into a weekend getaway? Stay in a Downtown Lansing hotel for walkable access to multiple events, or choose a cozy stay in East Lansing near Michigan State University. Pair your festival plans with local dining, riverfront parks, and attractions like the Michigan State Capitol or Impression 5 Science Center.
Photography: Adrienne Rae Photography (header image—at Taco & Tequila Festival) and our wonderful members and #lovelansing community—a special thanks for their awesome imagery and social media posts.