National Cherry Festival
About this event
The National Cherry Festival is a food festival in Traverse City, Michigan, at Open Space and downtown Traverse City. The 2026 event takes place Jul 4–11, 2026. An eight-day Pure Michigan celebration in the Cherry Capital of the World, with more than 100 events including parades, an air show, concerts, cherry-themed food, carnival midway, and waterfront festivities along Grand Traverse Bay.
Annual, week of July 4
Location & directions
Open Space and downtown Traverse City, Traverse City, MI 49684
Frequently asked questions
When is National Cherry Festival 2026?
National Cherry Festival takes place Jul 4–11, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan. Annual, week of July 4
Where is National Cherry Festival held?
National Cherry Festival is held in Traverse City, Michigan, at Open Space and downtown Traverse City, Traverse City, MI 49684.
What is National Cherry Festival?
An eight-day Pure Michigan celebration in the Cherry Capital of the World, with more than 100 events including parades, an air show, concerts, cherry-themed food, carnival midway, and waterfront festivities along Grand Traverse Bay.
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