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 the Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau. All information herein is subject to change without notice.
- MSU Union
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On the grounds surrounding the MSU Union, find a diverse group of crafters, artisans and vendors. You will find a wide variety of handmade treasures, aromatherapy, children’s toys, clothing, graphics, home and yard decor, furniture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, candles…
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Established in 1964, the East Lansing Art Festival (ELAF) is a two-day outdoor celebration of culture and the arts and is mid-Michigan's first major art show of the summer season! The East Lansing Art Festival is produced by the Art Festival Board of Directors. The ELAF is a…
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The annual Cristo Rey Fiesta is back, scheduled over Memorial Day weekend and boasting authentic Mexican food, vendors, bands and dance troupes. It will be back under the big tent!
STOP! and detour your way through Downtown Lansing for the ultimate street festival to provide aid and support for Lansing’s downtown district and local businesses. Dance through the streets, sip on local drinks, tap along to the beats or grab a bite to eat while showing your…
Help us kick off the summer right! Rotary Park will be alive with music and art as we celebrate the 5th year of ArtPath with Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center and the start of our Summer Concert Series. Come out to see ArtPath on the beautiful Lansing River Trail by…
A brewery block party with live music, great food, and a tap list of 30+ beers, ciders, and seltzers! Learn more at BADbrewing.com/summer.
Get ready for a day of vibrant art and fun in the streets of Old Town! Come out to watch local artist make our streets a little more colorful. Beginning in the morning artists will take to the streets creating masterpieces on their assigned piece of sidewalk using chalk only. The…
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About Our Festival 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…
The 8th Annual Lansing Beer Fest is on June 11th, 2022 from 4pm to 9pm (3pm for VIP). LBF is an outdoor beer festival on S. 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 your looking…
The Lansing Juneteenth Celebration began in 1993, from the vision of Gordon Haskins, a long time member of Mask Memorial CME Church who was originally from Douglasville, Texas. Gordon Haskins had a vision that someday the history of Juneteenth would be communicated and celebrated…
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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 157 years of African-American emancipation. The 517 Juneteenth Weekend expands on last years 'Juneteenth Festival (517)' in REO…
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Attend the Annual Celebrate Charlotte! on Father’s Day weekend. Check our social media for schedules
This year's family-friendly community event will include various activities throughout the day.
- Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce
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Join us June 20th thru June 26th to celebrate our 50th Jubilee! The Williamston Red Cedar Jubilee is once again fast approaching, and it will be time once again for an epic public celebration! We are thrilled to provide entertainment for our community as we have for over four…
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Michigan’s premier bluegrass festival will celebrate 50 years of bluegrass tradition, June 23-25, 2022! 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…
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Mighty Uke Day is the largest ukulele festival in the Midwest and features concerts, workshops, group strums, open mic, children's activities and more. Proceeds help fund music programs in Michigan classrooms and communities.
FrankenFest features mad, magical and mystical artwork from the area's most intriguing vendors stitched together with a showcase of literary guests, haunt aficionados and paranormal experts. Experience the electrifying attractions, monstrous exhibits and inspiring artwork as…
- Old Town Lansing
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ScrapFest is a repurpose-focused art festival, with a scrap metal sculpture competition, eco-art vendors, family activities, live music, and food!
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The 2022 Eaton County Fair is set to take place July 11-16, 2022 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…
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Lansing 5:01 brings back the annual DAM JAM MUSIC FESTIVAL to Lansing's Brenke Fish Ladder for the biggest version of this 3-day music festival yet, JULY 14 - 16! This year's festival has a bigger stage and bigger names than ever before, featuring an opening night concert of…
Come celebrate the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum's 29th Annual Car Capital Auto Show in downtown Lansing, MI. The show will be held on the grounds of the Museum and surrounding properties including Impression 5 Science Center, Lansing Board of Water and Light and the City of…
- Ingham County Fairgrounds
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The annual event 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 Fair has partnered with the Ingham County Fair Foundation to provide youth livestock, horse and still life shows…
JazzFest Michigan is a three-day, open-air festival in the charming Old Town of Lansing, Michigan. We showcase diverse styles of jazz, attracting well-known and up-and-coming musicians from across the state and around the world. Lots of interactive family friendly activities as…
The Island Art Fair is a juried fine arts and craft show located in historic downtown Grand Ledge, one of the longest running shows in Michigan. Sponsored by Ledge Craft Lane (LCL), a unique art/craft gift shop also offering art instruction and workshops Free Admission - Free…
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ABOUT MID MICHIGAN GOSPEL FEST Mid Michigan Gospel Fest is an Annual festival that brings families and communities together for a weekend of great music, activities, and fun.