Festivals in Lansing
Edit ThisOld Town Bluesfest
Edit ThisThe 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
Edit ThisThe 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
Edit ThisMore 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
Edit ThisTour 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
Edit ThisEast 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
Edit ThisOld 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
Edit ThisThe 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
Edit ThisMusic, 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
Edit ThisThe 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
Edit ThisA 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
Edit ThisA 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 |
