30+ Michigan Fall Events & Festivals in October
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October in Michigan is a month packed with color, flavor, and community spirit. From apple harvests and pumpkin festivals to beer tastings, antique markets, and Halloween celebrations, towns and cities across the state come alive with seasonal charm.
Whether you’re looking for small-town traditions or big, lively gatherings, there’s something happening every weekend to make the most of autumn.
Glenlore Trails: The Witching Hour | Commerce Township
September 25 – November 2, 2025
This one-mile illuminated trail is filled with bewitching displays and interactive games – just the right kind of spooky fun vibes that’s perfect for all ages.
Pulaski Days | Grand Rapids
September 28 – October 5, 2025
A week-long celebration of Polish heritage in Grand Rapids featuring food, music, and parades.
Boathouse Beer Fest | Detroit
October 1, 2025
Sample craft beers from local and regional breweries while enjoying waterfront views in Detroit.
Fudge Festival | Mackinac Island
October 2–4, 2025
Indulge in Mackinac Island’s most famous sweet with fudge-making demonstrations, tastings, and family activities.
Zeeland Pumpkinfest | Zeeland
October 2–4, 2025
Downtown Zeeland comes alive with pumpkin-themed contests, family activities, and fall fun.
Fall Fest | Holland
October 3–4, 2025
Celebrate autumn in downtown Holland with pumpkin carving, hayrides, artisan markets, and seasonal treats.
Frankenmuth Big Country Fest | Frankenmuth
October 3–4, 2025
Enjoy two days of live country music, line dancing, food, and fun in Michigan’s Little Bavaria.
American Speed Festival | Pontiac
October 3–5, 2025
Experience high-octane motorsports action at M1 Concourse with races, classic cars, and family events.
Skitoctober Fest | Boyne Falls
October 3–5, 2025
Kick off ski season with craft brews, live music, and fall festivities at Boyne Mountain.
Beulah Fall Festival | Beulah
October 4, 2025
A small-town celebration with a chili cook-off, craft vendors, and kid-friendly activities.
Skeletons are Alive Launch Party | Northville
October 4, 2025
Kick off Northville’s month-long skeleton display with live entertainment and downtown festivities.
Pumpkinfest at MSU Tollgate Farm | Novi
October 4–5, 2025
Celebrate fall with pumpkin-picking, wagon rides, and hands-on farm fun at MSU’s Tollgate Farm.
Fall Phantasm 2025 Chrysalis | Marquette
October 4, 2025
A community-driven arts and Halloween festival featuring performances, installations, and costumes.
Red Flannel Festival | Cedar Springs
October 4, 2025
One of Michigan’s oldest festivals, featuring parades, lumberjack shows, and the iconic red flannel spirit.
KISS50 Cadillac Reunion | Cadillac
October 9–12, 2025
Marking 50 years since KISS came to Cadillac, this weekend features concerts, parades, and special events.
Fall on the Island Festival | Drummond Island
October 10–11, 2025
A celebration of fall colors and island life with hayrides, crafts, and local food.
Charlevoix Apple Fest | Charlevoix
October 10–12, 2025
Celebrate peak apple season with orchard-fresh treats, art vendors, and live entertainment.
Great Fall Festival at Maybury Farm | Northville
October 11, 2025
Enjoy fall family fun with wagon rides, pumpkins, and seasonal activities at Maybury Farm.
Davisburg Antique Festival | Davisburg
October 11–12, 2025
Browse Michigan’s largest antique and vintage market with hundreds of vendors and unique finds.
Appleumpkin Festival | Tecumseh
October 11–12, 2025
Downtown Tecumseh transforms into a fall festival with apple treats, crafts, and kid-friendly fun.
Oktoberfest in Pentwater | Pentwater
October 11, 2025
Celebrate Bavarian traditions with beer, food, and live music in downtown Pentwater.
Under the Harvest Moon | Dowagiac
October 11, 2025
Downtown Dowagiac celebrates fall with an outdoor market, antique tractors, and seasonal fun.
Leif Erikson Festival | Norway
October 11, 2025
A heritage festival honoring Norwegian roots with Viking reenactments, food, and live entertainment.
Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival | Rochester Hills
October 11, 2025
Experience a dazzling pumpkin display as thousands of carved pumpkins light up the night at Van Hoosen Farm.
Highlands Harvest Fest | Harbor Springs
October 11, 2025
Celebrate fall at Boyne Highlands with chairlift rides, family games, and seasonal treats.
Growler Brewfest | Brighton
October 15, 2025
Sample Michigan craft beers and enjoy live music in downtown Brighton.
Frankfort Film Festival | Frankfort
October 15–19, 2025
The historic Garden Theater hosts award-winning independent films in a charming lakeshore setting.
Legend of Sleepy Howell | Howell
October 18, 2025
Michigan’s biggest Halloween festival brings trick-or-treating, haunted attractions, and a spooky parade.
Macomb County HarvestFest | Sterling Heights
October 18–19, 2025
Enjoy pumpkin-themed fun, live entertainment, and kids’ activities at this family-friendly harvest festival.
Scarecrow Fest | Frankenmuth
October 18–19 & 25–26, 2025
Frankenmuth decks out downtown with scarecrow displays, kids’ activities, and fall fun.
Mackinac Island Halloween Weekend | Mackinac Island
October 24–26, 2025
Celebrate Halloween Mackinac-style with costume parties, trick-or-treating, and island-wide festivities.
Detroit Harvest Fest | Detroit
October 25–26, 2025
Eastern Market transforms with seasonal vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly entertainment.
Douglas Halloween Parade for Adults | Douglas
October 25, 2025
This quirky, adults-only parade features outrageous costumes, floats, and Halloween fun.
Make the Most of October in Michigan
No matter where your travels take you, October in Michigan offers endless ways to embrace the season. Cozy up with cider and donuts, dance to live music, wander craft fairs, or join in the Halloween fun – every event brings its own unique slice of fall magic.
Mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate autumn the Michigan way!