5 Great April Festivals in Michigan

Fairy Festival

Each April, the Jackson School of Arts hosts the Fairy Festival, which is, in a word, magical. Not only is it magical, but it’s free and features arts and crafts, a Fairy Garden Contest, carriage rides, afternoon tea, dancing fairies, and much more.

Beerfest at the Ballpark

Festival-goers get eight tasting tickets with admission and an opportunity to choose from more than 300 craft beers from 50 Michigan breweries, as well as spirits, meads, ciders, and more in Lansing.

Freeland Walleye Festival

Festival-goers can join in a weekend of fun that includes cornhole, duck races, beer pong, bingo, poker, garage sales, and live music, among other events.

National Unicorn Day Festival

Unicorns and unicorn lovers are invited to downtown Ypsilanti for an event that includes attendees getting their own unicorn name and name tag, an appearance by Dessa the Unicorn Princess, sidewalk chalk, a piñata party, magical snacks, gift bags, and a dance party.

Whiskey Festival

No matter if you like Scotch whisky, American whiskey, Rye whiskey, Kentucky bourbon, or some other variety, this festival allows visitors to explore all those options and connect with representatives from some of the world’s top whiskey brands in Grand Rapids.

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