Festivals in Lansing

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Lansing has festivals almost every weekend all year long.

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Old Town Bluesfest

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The streets of Old Town are filled with blues music. See live performances on two stages, and enjoy food vendors and beverage tents.

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tel:(517) 371-4600
url:www.oldtownbluesfest.com
date:September
address:Old Town

Silver Bells in the City

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The city will be aglow with holiday decorations as we light Michigan's official holiday tree. Over 50,000 people will line the streets to watch the eclectic light parade and join the fun at this free family event.   

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tel:(517) 372-4636
date:November
address:Downtown Lansing

The Board of Water and Light Chili Cook-Off

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More than 40 local businesses compete annually to win the hearts, palates and votes of attendees. Competitors showcase culinary skills for a great cause at a riverside party with 1,500 gallons of chili, cold beer and margaritas and live bands.

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tel:(517) 702-6730
date:June

Lansing Jazzfest

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Tour the streets of Old Town with its galleries and art exhibits, while you enjoy music from some of the region's best jazz musicians.

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tel:(517) 371-4600
url:www.jazzlansing.com
date:August
address:Old Town

Great Lakes Folk Festival

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East Lansing plays host to this festival filled with live music stages and a dance pavilion, as well as food and traditional crafts from across America.

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tel:(517) 355-2370
url:greatlakesfolkfest.net
address:East Lansing
email:August

Oktoberfest

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Old Town Oktoberfest, Lansing's only German-style festival, featuring all things German, including live Polka, tasty food, and of course, wonderful German beers. Festival patrons receive a souvenir mug to remember the event.

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tel:(517) 485-4283
url:www.oldtownoktoberfest.com
address:Old Town
email:October

East Lansing Art Festival

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The City of East Lansing blocks off its downtown streets to host more than 200 artists from across the country.

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tel:(517) 337-1731
url:www.elartfest.com
date:May
address:East Lansing

Common Ground Festival

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Music, food and fun can be found along the banks of the Grand River as thousands of participants are drawn to hear nationally known artists. Be sure to bring a blanket and enjoy the concert under the stars.

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tel:(517) 267-1502
url:www.commongroundfest.com
date:July

Festival of the Sun

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The Festival of the Sun and Festival of the Moon kick off the festival season in Old Town. The Festival of the moon features micro-brewed beers, great music and more all taking place the Friday evening before the Festival of the Sun. The Festival of the Sun is one of Michigan's largest beer and wine tasting festivals, with great local live music, dancing, food and fun.

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tel:(517)4854283
url:www.festivalofthesun.com
date:June
address:Old Town

Winter Festival

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A serving of hot chili, a seat on Santa's lap and a warm fuzzy encounter with furry reindeer friends are just a few of the many things in store for visitors to the East Lansing Winter Festival and Chili Cook-Off. All activities and parking are free!

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tel:(517) 627-7247
date:December
address:East Lansing

East Lansing Film Festival

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A world-class film festival offering independent features, documentaries, and shorts as well as tributes, seminars, premiers, and parties.

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tel:(517) 336-5802
url:www.elff.com
date:March
address:East Lansing
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