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Lansing 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 Lansing®. All information herein is subject to change without notice.

517 Restaurant Week May 15
  • Recurring daily

Foodies will unite for the ultimate self-guided tour of the region’s dining scene, MAY 10-17, 2025, as participating restaurants offer a mouthwatering creation, all for an unbeatable price of just $7 and signature beverage offerings for $5. Sponsored by Lansing 5:01, Lansing…

517 Day at Lansing Shuffle May 17

Live Music by local legends JP & The Energy (Solo Act), Aaron Johnson & Evan James 🛍️ Shop small with local vendors like @lansingclothing 🏓 Try free shuffleboard lessons + our Lucky 7s game 🍻 Sip Michigan beer & seasonal drinks in a collectible refillable cup 🍽️…

East Lansing Art Festival May 17
  • Recurring daily

The East Lansing Art Festival is proud to continue its 62 year tradition of bringing high quality art to the streets of East Lansing. The East Lansing Art Festival’s mission is to enhance the sense of community and appreciation of art, culture and creativity in East Lansing and…

Ignition Maker Fest May 17

Spark your imagination at this FREE outdoor event that combines a mega-science fair with a creative marketplace to bring people together encouraging innovative thinking and inventive ideas for curious minds of all ages. The teams from Waverly Robotics, Robot Pumpkin and…

MSU Spring Arts & Crafts Show May 17
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The Annual MSU Arts and Crafts Show is a seasonal tradition and beloved community event. The Winter and Spring Arts and Crafts 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…

The Best of Lansing Festival May 17

Experience the BEST of Lansing on Saturday, May 17 from 5-9 PM at this FREE street festival on 517 Day. The 3rd annual Best of Lansing Festival features the best of the best -- artists and creatives to retail shops and restaurants, the influencers, changemakers, and creators that…

Cristo Rey Fiesta May 23
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*Information to be confirmed: 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! There will also be a Mass at 11 a.m., a ceremony to honor members of the…

Meridian Pride May 31

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 Central Park Drive). This event brings LGBTQ+ members, allies and organizations together to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the…

Gizzard Fest Jun 05
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Gizzard Fest is not your ordinary festival. Thousands of people stream into Potterville for this unique event and good old-fashioned fun! The small town atmosphere, live music, carnival, and great food (including plenty of gizzards) bring people from across the Midwest. *2025…

BAD Brewing's 10th Annual Summer Block Party Jun 07

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, cider, slushies, and seltzer! 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 DJ Rich spinning vinyl records from 1-3pm Atomic Annie from 5-8pm 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 We'll…

Michigan FunkFest Jun 07

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 festival will be held in the parking lot behind UrbanBeat during and after Chalk of the Town in Old Town. with multiple funky, groovy…

Old Town Chalk of the Town Jun 07

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.

Pumpstock Music Festival Jun 07

This will be our Fifteenth year. WHAAAATT?? Pumpstock is a Festival of American Roots Music. This year's festival artists span Americana to Blues, Red Dirt Oklahoma Folk to 50s themed singer / songwriters. Five great bands on the main stage, 4 great acts on the local stage. Come…

Delta Rocks! All Summer Long Jun 11

Delta Township will rock all summer long with a movie, music, tournaments, and more! Kids Days June 11 & July 16 Rock Painting in the Park June 24 & July 22 Delta Township July 3 Fireworks July 3 @ 10 p.m. (or when it's dark) Moneyball 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament August…

East Lansing PRIDE Jun 14

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. Saturday, June 14, along Albert Avenue between Abbot Road and M.A.C. Avenue. This year’s event will feature an open floor drag show, live…

Oldsmobile Homecoming 2025 Jun 14

Join us for the 31st annual Oldsmobile Homecoming. This is the largest one-day, ALL OLDSMOBILE show anywhere. Find over 500 Oldsmobiles, this year featuring the Oldsmobile Starfire . As always, we have a huge swap meet with over 100 vendors. We hope you'll come out and appreciate…

Red Cedar Jubilee Jun 14
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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 tradition, we will continue to feature parades, craft shows, an enduro derby, a duck drop, euchre & cornhole tournaments, fireworks…

517 Juneteenth Weekend Jun 19
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Welcome to the 5th Annual 517 Juneteenth Weekend, a landmark celebration of Black culture, history, and community in Lansing, Michigan’s REO Town! From June 19 - June 22, 2025, join us for four unforgettable days of empowerment, education, and entertainment as we honor the legacy…

Charlotte Bluegrass Festival Jun 19

Michigan’s premier bluegrass festival will celebrate 53 years of bluegrass tradition, June 19-21, 2025! The Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, in Charlotte, Michigan, is delighted to present a week of camping, jamming, workshops, and three big days of top-tier bluegrass entertainment…

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival Jun 19
  • Recurring every June 19th

Get ready for a spectacular celebration of music, culture, and community spirit at Adado Riverfront Park (Downtown Lansing). We will have a Carnival, Food Trucks, & Live Entertainment! For vendor or advertising opportunities, please call or text (517) 775-8299.

Summer Solstice Jazz Festival Jun 20
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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…

Yankee Doodle Day Jun 21

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.

Lansing Pride 2025 Jun 28

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 calendars for a spectacular event you won't want to miss! Admission is FREE! Non-Stop Entertainment: From drag shows to live music, the…

Old Town ScrapFest Jul 11
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A repurpose-focused art festival, with a scrap metal sculpture competition, eco-art booth vendors, family activities, live music, and food! ScrapFest began as a scrap metal artwork competition, and has grown into a full art festival that focuses on up-cycled and repurposed…

Lansing Beer Fest Jul 12

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 festival located on Washington Ave. between South St. and Elm St. in REO Town (1101 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910). This festival…

5:01 Dam Jam Music Festival Jul 18
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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…

Car Capital Auto Show Jul 26

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 feature third party judging and lots of awards, a DJ, and food trucks. The show is open to all makes and models. Registration and more…

Taco & Tequila Festival Jul 26

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 Fest is an outdoor tequila festival located at Adado Riverfront Park (201 E Shiawassee St, Lansing, MI 48933). This festival features…

Ingham County Fair Jul 28

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 community and the county. The Large Animal Auction will be held on Thursday, July 31st and the Small Animal Auction will be held…

Art Fair at the Ledges (formerly Island Art Fair) Aug 02

Free Admission! Free Parking at Fitzgerald Park! Musicians, Food Trucks, a plethora of handmade art and craft vendors including 15 Michigan authors. Join us on the water and explore the famous "Ledges" trail along the river walk Saturday August 2nd from 10am-5pm.

St. Johns Mint Festival Aug 08
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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 entire family. Visitors can explore a variety of handmade crafts, browse through unique items at the flea market, and enjoy live…