Michigan Cultural Fairs & Festivals
18 cultural events across Michigan for 2026.
Recurring Happening nowGrand Haven Coast Guard Festival
A ten-day lakeshore tradition honoring the U.S.
4.7(125)In 2 daysEscanaba Waterfront Art Festival
The artisan vendors will showcase and sell their original works including fine art, photography, wood work, pottery, glass, fiber, basketry, jewelry and more.
4.4(140)In 2 daysThe Summer Stuffin Food Festival
This festival will feature food and beverage trucks, food truck rally, beverage trucks, baked goods, snacks, unique foods and more.
4.8(64)In 6 daysUnity Christian Music Festival
A food festival in Muskegon.
4.6(215)In 8 daysMilford Memories Summer Festival
There will be over 350 artists displaying and selling their original works in various mediums, including sculpture, ceramics, paintings, jewelry, glass, woodwork, fiber, photography, folk art and much more.
4.8(45)In 13 daysMichigan Fiber Festival
This festival will feature live music, entertainment for the family, fiber related demonstrations, sheep shearing demonstration, fiber arts demonstrations, workshops, antique tractors, fiber related vendors, food vendors and more.
RecurringMichigan Renaissance Festival
One of metro Detroit's largest themed festivals recreates a 16th-century European village with jousting, themed weekends, artisan shops, feast halls, and hundreds of costumed performers on weekends from late August through early October.
5(3)Porcupine Mountains Music Festival
Enjoy live music performances by talented artists and emerging talents in a wide variety of genres.
RecurringDetroit Jazz Festival
The world's largest free jazz festival fills downtown Detroit's Hart Plaza over Labor Day weekend with international headliners, emerging artists, and Detroit's deep jazz legacy on multiple stages.
Recurring4.9(331)Wheatland Music Festival
A beloved Michigan roots-music festival preserving traditional arts with multiple stages, workshops, dances, jam sessions, juried crafts, and family camping on the Wheatland festival grounds in central Michigan.
RecurringArtPrize
An international art competition and cultural festival that transforms Grand Rapids into a citywide gallery, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors to discover sculptures, installations, paintings, and participatory art across streets, parks, and venues.
4.9(514)Silver Lake Apple and BBQ Festival
A craft fair in Mears.
4.7(113)Lowell Arts Festival
A craft fair in Lowell.
Randolph Street Fall Market Festival
There will be nearly 200 dealers offering a variety of items.
Grand Ledge Fall Festival
A craft fair in Grand Ledge.
4.4(5)Three Oaks Holiday Market Festival
There will be nearly 125 dealers selling curated vintage treasures, artisanal goods, handcrafted items, globally-sourced home decor, and holiday gifts.
RecurringTraverse City Film Festival
Oscar-winning founder Michael Moore's acclaimed film festival brings independent cinema, panel discussions, and red-carpet premieres to downtown Traverse City and the State Theatre each summer.
RecurringFrankenmuth Bavarian Festival
Little Bavaria's summer heritage festival in Michigan's German-themed town features polka and oompah music, Bavarian food and beer, dancing, and family entertainment at the Harvey Kern Pavilion.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in Michigan?
Our directory lists 36 cultural festivals across Michigan for the 2026 season, including Silver Lake Apple and BBQ Festival, Wheatland Music Festival and Saugatuck Art Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in Michigan?
Michigan's cultural festivals cluster in July and June — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in Michigan?
By Google review score, Silver Lake Apple and BBQ Festival in Mears ranks among the most popular, with a 4.9-star rating from 514 reviews.