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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 LansingTM. All information herein is subject to change without notice.

517 Hispanic Heritage Festival Sep 20

The 517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend takes place during Hispanic Heritage Month with a weekend of fun, education, and entertainment, in the Downtown District of Michigan’s State Capital. Every year, National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15th - October 15th…

Lansing Lit Festival Sep 20

The Lansing Lit Schedule is Out! Join us Friday, 9/20 - Sunday, 9/22 for the first annual literary festival. You'll be able to pick up a print schedule with the book crawl passport at any store on the route.

Capital City Opera Festival Sep 21

The second annual Capital City Opera Festival consists of three separate concerts. All are free with a suggested donation of $20. The Capital City Opera Festival is sponsored by the City of Lansing and the Arts Council of Greater Lansing. Date Time Opera Location Address July 14…

Down Home Days in Mason Sep 21

Come out and enjoy the 51st Annual Down Home Days Courthouse Show on Saturday, September 21st, 2024. This is an outdoor show with food vendors, crafters, and organizations.

Oktoberfest Sep 21
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St. Johns' Fall FEASTival Sep 21

The 5th annual Fall FEASTival is coming to beautiful downtown St. Johns! Bring your appetites to sample and shop Michigan-Made food producers, farms, and food trucks! Live entertainment, carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, and so much more!! This is a free family fun…

Salaam Peace Festival Sep 29

Join us for a celebration of Muslim culture and food from various countries around the world. Several local restaurants and cafes will sell halal* food. Vendors will donate upwards of 50% of the profits to a charity to help the people of Gaza. Cultural exhibits from around the…

SW Fest Sep 29

Join us for a community-wide celebration of Southwest Lansing, bringing together residents of all ages for a day of fun! Enjoy live music, inflatables, games, a video game truck, community resources, and more at Risdale Park! Don't miss out! Bring the whole family.

Downtown Lansing Zombie Walk Oct 05

Lock your doors and board up the windows! The 14th annual Downtown Lansing Zombie Walk rises from the grave on Saturday October 5, 2024, and registration starts at 3pm outside of Impression 5 Science Center. Z-Walkers must purchase tickets to participate, and all ages of the…

Grand Ledge Beer Fest Oct 05

This event is being held in conjunction with the Grand Ledge Fall Festival, so bring the family to Fall Fest which extends from Jaycee Park along the river trail to the Island Park, then walk across the parking lot to the Beer Fest and enjoy craft beer and cider on Fitzgerald…

Grand Ledge Fall Festival Oct 05

There will be crafters and vendors (including pottery, wood work, candles, handmade craft items, and businesses doing outreach) around three different parks along with free pumpkins for kids, a fall photo booth, pony rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, and we even have some…

Heritage Festival Oct 05

History comes alive during the Friends of Historic Meridian's Heritage Festival at the Meridian Historical Village. Admission to the event is free and most of the historic buildings will be open to the public beginning at 10:15 am. Schedule of Events 10:00 am | Welcoming Ceremony…

Olive Burger Festival 2024 Oct 05

Last year's Olive Burger Festival presented by Lansing Foodies was a success! We sold out with over 2,500 attendees. We also made Lansing the official "Olive Burger Capital of the World." Now that we've shown what we can do, we hope you will join us for the 2024 OBF.

Totally Rad Vintage Fest Oct 06

Step into a time warp of style and nostalgia at Totally Rad Vintage Fest. Vendors specialize in clothing and accessories from the 80s, 90s, and Y2K eras, while also offering a selection of toys, home goods, and more to complete a nostalgic shopping experience. Unleash your inner…

Resurrection's Ox Roast Festival Oct 11

Come on out to Church of Resurrection's 89th Ox Roast Festival featuring the original Ox Roast sandwich and delicious homemade soup. This event includes a pub, DJ entertainment, hourly 50/50 drawings, and Raffles!

BAD's Fall Block Party Oct 12

Our fall block party is back, and better than ever! This year, we're super excited to announce that we'll be joined by High Caliber Games and their mini go-kart track, throw bowling, and other fun pop-up games. Plus, there will be art booths, tarot readings, carnival elephant…

Fenner's Annual Apple Butter Festival Oct 19

The sweet smoke curling through the crisp air. The crackling of the fire. The fiddle playing. The children laughing. The creaking of the copper kettle and the clanging of the stirring paddle. Please join us as we gather together to share, learn about and celebrate our Michigander…

Witches on the Town 2024 Oct 19

Calling all witches, warlocks and those alike!! You have been summoned to attend our 7th Annual Witches on the Town in downtown Mason. Put on your pointy black hat, grab your broom and fly on over for lots of spooks and fun with all our local businesses. Leave your little…

Silver Bells in the City 40th Anniversary Nov 22

The entire city will glow with thousands of lights for the Silver Bells in the City celebration, bringing together family and friends from across the state of Michigan and beyond to kick-off the holiday season. Silver Bells in the City is a Lansing tradition that is loved by…

Grand Ledge Night Lights and Parade Dec 06

The 52nd Annual Night Lights Christmas Parade is a spectacular night time parade of lights and music! It starts at the Fire Barn and makes its way south straight down Bridge Street. The Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce coordinates this parade on behalf of the Grand Ledge community…

Old Town Krampusnacht 2024 Dec 07

Krampusnacht is once again coming to Old Town! Join us December 7th from 4-9pm for an evening of celebrating all things Krampus. We'll have a fantastic Krampus parade, an expanded Misfit Vendor Market, Costume Contest, Food & Drink Vendors, Games, Kid's Activities…

A Festival of Oddities Aug 30

In the 1940s and 50s, there were so many Bigfoot sightings in the Charlotte area, a section of town became known as "Gorilla Swamp." Are there really sasquatch in Charlotte? And more importantly, if we throw them a party, will they come to it? Come celebrate a very cryptidy YEAR…