Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
About this event
The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is a cultural festival in Mackinac Island, Michigan. The 2026 event takes place Jun 5–14, 2026. The largest and most historic festival on car-free Mackinac Island honors the island's famed lilacs with a ten-day celebration featuring the Grand Parade, lilac tours, live music, a 10K run, vintage bicycle rally, and horse-drawn festivities.
Annual, ten days in early June
Location & directions
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
Frequently asked questions
When is Mackinac Island Lilac Festival 2026?
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival takes place Jun 5–14, 2026 in Mackinac Island, Michigan. Annual, ten days in early June
Where is Mackinac Island Lilac Festival held?
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is held in Mackinac Island, Michigan, at Mackinac Island, MI 49757.
What is Mackinac Island Lilac Festival?
The largest and most historic festival on car-free Mackinac Island honors the island's famed lilacs with a ten-day celebration featuring the Grand Parade, lilac tours, live music, a 10K run, vintage bicycle rally, and horse-drawn festivities.
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