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Freeland Walleye Festival
📅When4/23/2026through 4/26/2026
📍WhereDowntown Freeland and festival sitesFreeland, MI
👤Hosted ByFreeland Lions Club / Freeland Walleye Festival
🏷️CategoryFestivals, Live Events & Performing Arts
About This Event
The Freeland Walleye Festival is a large Mid-Michigan community festival combining carnival rides, live music, parade activity, a car show, food, family entertainment, and festival fundraising traditions. The 2026 edition marks the event's 40th year and local reporting indicates it is expected to draw more than 30,000 visitors across the run.
CostGeneral festival access is broadly public. Carnival rides, food, beer tent purchases, and select activities cost extra.
What to WearCasual spring layers and comfortable shoes for walking between downtown activities and festival sites.
What to BringCash/cards for food and rides, folding chairs for parade or music viewing, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate outerwear.
When & Where
Starts4/23/2026
Ends4/26/2026
VenueDowntown Freeland and festival sites
Meeting SpotCarnival at MBS International Airport grounds
CityFreeland, MI 48623
Driving / Transportation / ParkingFestival activity is spread between downtown Freeland and additional event areas, including the carnival at 8600 Garfield Road near MBS Airport. Follow official festival directions and local signage because parking and traffic patterns vary by activity.
Multi-day event — hours may vary by day, so check the description and any official event link.
Who Can Attend
VisibilityPublic — anyone can join
Member LimitNo limit
Est. Attendance30,000 total (12,000 peak day)
Members (0)
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