September marks the end of summer temps and the beginning of sweater weather, but just because summer comes to an end doesn’t mean the fall months lack plenty of family-friendly festivals in Michigan’s southeastern region.
Choose from pumpkin fests, family-friendly fairs and other events that are sure to be a hit.
This article was recently updated on Aug. 9, 2024, by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding fall festivals in Metro Detroit to the MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best festivals for families to check out. Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
Best Fall Festivals near me in Macomb County
There are some great fall fests happening in Metro Detroit in September and October. If you’re looking for food fests, the Romeo Peach Festival is a popular one. Boat lovers will love the Metro Boat Showhappening at Lake St. Clair Metropark Sept. 12-15. Check out other fall festivals in Macomb County on our calendar.
Romeo Peach Festival in Downtown Romeo
Aug. 29-Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: 269 E. Washington St., Romeo
- Cost: Free
This annual fest is fun for the whole family. Catch carnival rides, craft shows, peach treats and more.
Art on the Bay at Walter & Mary Burke Park
Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 2024
- Address: 36300 Front St., New Baltimore
- Cost: Free
This annual art show features paintings, drawings, sculptures, candles and other crafts on display and for sale along with food vendors, music and more.
Richmond Good Old Days Festival
Sept. 5-8, 2024
- Address: 69500 Beebe St., Richmond
- Cost: Free
You’ll get the hometown fair experience at this fest, which features carnival games and rides, motor sports, parade, fireworks and more.
Metro Boat Show at Lake St. Clair Metropark
Sept. 12-15, 2024
- Address: 31300 Metro Pkwy., Harrison Township
- Cost: $10/adults, free/ages 12 and under (with an adult)
Check out the boats, live music, kids zone, lawn games and more. Kids’ zone has crafts, water fun and face painting.
Festival of the Senses at Clinton Township Civic Center
Sept. 21-22, 2024
- Address: 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
- Cost: Free
This annual fest celebrates all mediums and specialty food vendors as well as live performances by local talent.
Jammin’ at the Junction Car Show in Downtown Roseville
Sept. 28, 2024
- Address: Utica Road between 12 Mile Road and Gratiot Ave., Roseville
- Cost: Free
Utica Road closes from Gratiot Avenue to 12 Mile Road for live music, food vendors, car displays and more.
HarvestFest at Freedom Hill County Park
Oct 19-20, 2024
- Address: 14900 Metro Pkwy., Sterling Heights
- Cost: Free
There will be a pumpkin patch, trick-or-treating, games, music, inflatables, movies, music and food trucks. Make sure to wear your costume.
Best Fall Festivals near me in Oakland County
Oakland County has some really great farms to check out during the fall time. Enjoy the Harvest Festival at Upland Hills Farm and The Great Fall Festival at Maybury Farm. Check out other fall festivals in Oakland County on our calendar.
Michigan Renaissance Festival at the Hollygrove Grounds
Aug. 17-Sept. 29, 2024 (Saturdays-Sundays; plus Labor Day, Sept. 2 and Festival Friday, Sept. 27)
- Address: 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly
- Cost: $17-$25.95/adults, $10-$15.95/ages 5-12, free/4 and under
Fair maids and merry men take a step back to the 16th century for jousting tournaments, comedy and theater shows, music, games and “real” mythological creatures. Each weekend is themed so check on it before you head out.
Michigan State Fair at the Suburban Collection Showplace
Aug. 29-Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi
- Cost: $10/fair admission, $42/ultimate admission
Walk the midway, see the circus, ride carnival rides, see demonstrations and more at the state fair that dates back to 1849. Other attractions include livestock shows, live entertainment, carnival eats and more.
Arts, Beats & Eats in Downtown Royal Oak
Aug. 30-Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: Downtown Royal Oak area
- Cost: Free admission on Friday until 5 p.m., $12/after 5 p.m. on Friday, $10/before 3 p.m. Saturday-Monday, $12/after 3 p.m. Saturday-Monday, free/under 3
Enjoy art at the juried fair, eats from food trucks and beats that include live music and more. The kids’ zone will have arts and craft, bounce houses and interactive, educational and fun performances all weekend.
Annual Labor Day Round Up in Downtown Franklin
Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: 32325 Franklin Road, Franklin
- Cost: Free
The 79th Franklin Community Association Labor Day Round Up family fair will feature a parade at noon, giant inflatables, pony rides, petting farm, a magician, jugglers, midway games, rescue dogs for adoption, classic car show and more.
Art in the Village in Downtown Franklin
Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: 32325 Franklin Road, Franklin
- Cost: Free admission
“Art in the Village,” Franklin’s fine art fair, in its 43rd year, features exceptional works in glass, pottery, fiber, furniture, jewelry, photography, painting, watercolor, wood, sculpture, metal and more.
Arts & Apples Festival at Rochester Municipal Park
Sept. 8-10, 2023
- Address: 400 Sixth St., Rochester
- Cost: Free; $5/suggested donation
Experience the artwork of over 200 talented artists, a variety of food trucks, live entertainment, art demonstrations, a children’s area and more.
Michigan Fall Festival at Canterbury Village
Sept. 21-22, 2024
- Address: 2325 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion
- Cost: $4-$5, free/parking
This family-friendly event features cider and donuts from Yates Cider Mill, pumpkin bowling, a hay bale pyramid, bounce houses, lawn games, petting zoo, costume contests and more.
Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair at Shain Park
Sept. 28-29, 2024
- Address: 270 W. Merrill St., Birmingham
- Cost: Free
This art fest features the work of jury-selected artists and crafters showcasing their work in painting, glass, jewelry, printmaking, ceramics and more. At the children’s tent, kids can create an animal mask on Saturday and coffee-filter butterflies on Sunday.
Harvest Festival at Upland Hills Farm
Oct 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 2024
- Address: 481 Lake George Road, Oxford
- Cost:$12/person, free/2 and under, group rate: $10/person if there are 10 or more people
Enjoy farm show demonstrations, magic shows, hayrides, a walk through the storybook trail and more at this annual fall festival.
The Great Fall Festival at the Maybury Farm
Oct. 5-6, 2024
- Address: 50165 Eight Mile Road, Northville
- Cost: $14-$20/person, free/2 and under and must be seated on lap on wagon ride
This fest offers tractor-drawn wagon rides, live music, activities, games, pumpkin decorating, corn maze, face painting and more.
Best Fall Festivals near me in Wayne County
There are plenty of fall fests to check out with your kids in Wayne County. Make sure to go to the Story Festival at Ford House that celebrates the love of reading. Also, enjoy St. Joseph Oktoberfest to celebrate German culture, food and drinks. Check out other fall festivals in Wayne County on our calendar.
Detroit Jazz Festival
Aug. 30-Sept. 2, 2024
- Address: Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit
- Cost: Free
Listen to the greats and upcoming Jazz artists at the ultimate Jazz show happening at different locations in Detroit.
Hamtramck Labor Day Festival
Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 2024
- Address: Caniff Street and Joseph Campau Avenue, Hamtramck
- Cost: Free
This annual Labor Day Festival features a carnival, music, food, wrestling, canoe races, a parade and more.
Story Festival at Ford House
Sept. 14, 2024
- Address: 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores
- Cost: $7-$10/adult, $5-$7/ages 4-12, free/ages 3 and under
At this festival, young bookworms can enjoy hearing stories, hearing children’s music and playing with friends. Recommended for ages 7 and under.
St. Joseph Oktoberfest at Joseph Shrine
Sept. 21-22, 2024
- Address: 1828 Jay St., Detroit
- Cost: Free admission
This annual event boasts everything from authentic German food and beer to live Bavarian music, kids’ games, vendors, raffles and much more.
Best Fall Festivals near me in Washtenaw County
Of Artists and Artisans
If you’re looking to take your kids to experience an event that celebrates animals, take them to Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds on Aug. 28-Sept. 1 for the 2024 Saline Community Fair or on Oct. 12-13 for the Fiber Expo. Check out other fall festivals in Washtenaw County on our calendar.
2024 Saline Community Fair at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
Aug. 28-Sept. 1, 2024
- Address: 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost:$10/admission ages 11 and up, free/ages 10 and under
Come out to the annual fair and enjoy live music, rides, livestock, contests, live shows and more. Activities for all ages.
A2 Artoberfest in Downtown Ann Arbor
Oct. 12-13, 2024
- Address: Fourth Avenue and Ann Street, Ann Arbor
- Cost: Free admission
Explore the work of over 100 jury-selected fine artists at this event. There will also be live entertainment, food, drinks, shopping and more.
Fiber Expo at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
Oct. 12-13, 2024
- Address: 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $4/admission for one day, $6/admission for two days, free/ages 12 and under (cash only)
This annual event brings in people who are interested in plant- and animal-based fibers, including wool, cotton, linen and more.
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