2026 Michigan Pickle Festivals: The 7 Best Summer Festivals in Michigan
7 Michigan Pickle Festivals Worth the Brine!
Michigan's pickle festivals are kind of a big dill!
Whether you're a devoted pickle fan or simply looking for a unique Michigan summer adventure, these fun-filled festivals serve up delicious pickle-inspired food, live entertainment, family activities, local vendors, and plenty of farm-fresh fun.
From pickle pizza and fried pickles to pickle cocktails, pickle beer, and even hands-on pickle making, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
If you're planning your summer adventures, add these Michigan pickle festivals, Michigan festivals, August festivals, and unforgettable things to do in Michigan to your calendar for a dill-lightful day with family and friends.
1. 2026 Blake's "For the Love of Pickles" Festival - Armada, MI
When: August 8 & 9 - Aug. 15 & 16, 2026; Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill, 17985 Armada Center Rd., Armada, MI 48005
Price: $5 Early Admission Special Price! (Special Price Ends July 10th)
If you're looking for one of the biggest Michigan pickle festivals, Blake's "For the Love of Pickles" is kind of a big dill. Held over two August weekends, this popular festival transforms the orchard into a pickle lover's paradise!
- U-Pick Cucumber Experience - 8am - 5pm
- DIY Pickling Workshop
- Live Music
- Artisan Market
- Pickle Drinks
- Pickle Contests
- Funland!
There will be lots of unique pickle inspired treats and beverages to try! Families will also enjoy the beautiful orchard setting, making this one of the most unique Michigan summer events of the season.
Visit the Official Blake's Pickle Festival Page!
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Blake's Sunflower Festival and Blake's Lavender Festival are a blast! I've been to both!
2. 2026 Pickle Fest at Dunneback & Girls - Grand Rapids, Michigan (southwest Michigan)
When:
- Saturday, August 1st 10am-5pm
- Sunday, August 2nd 12pm-5pm
Where: Dunneback & Girls, 3025 6 Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan
At this delightful August Michigan pickle festival, Dunneback & Girls serves up a dill-icious combination of fresh air, live music, pickle-inspired food and drinks, and, of course, plenty of pickles. Visitors can sample different pickle varieties before deciding on a favorite, then enjoy creative treats like pickle pizza, fried pickles, pickle beer, and pickle-inspired cocktails.
With family activities, and a relaxed farm atmosphere, this festival is perfect for visitors of all ages. Whether you're a lifelong pickle fan or simply looking for another fun thing to do in Michigan this summer, this festival is sure to leave you in quite the pickle—trying to decide which pickle treat to try first!
Visit the Official Pickle Fest page!
While you are there: Here's fun things to do in Grand Rapids!
3. Canterbury Pickle Fest
When: August 29, 2026 - August 30, 2026
Where: Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Rd, Lake Orion, MI
- Pickle vendors and pickle-inspired foods
- Pickle cocktails and specialty drinks
- Live entertainment
- Family-friendly fun with kids games and petting zoo
- Shopping and lots more!
Visit the Official Canterbury Pickle Fest Page!
Michigan Pickle Festivals! It's a Big Dill!4. 2026 Pickle Palooza Food & Drink Festival-Grand Rapids, Michigan
When: May 2, 2026, 5:00-10:00pm
Where: LMCU Ballpark Grand Rapids, Michigan
Pickle Palooza takes place in the spring and it's quickly become one of Michigan's most unique celebrations of everyone's favorite crunchy snack. Food vendors, specialty drinks, live entertainment, and plenty of pickle-inspired creations make this adults-focused event unlike any other in the state.
If you enjoy discovering unusual food festivals, Pickle Palooza belongs on your Michigan bucket list. Just remember to grab your tickets early—this event has become so popular that it's often brined to sell out!
5. Linwood Pickle Festival
When: August 13th - 16th, 2026
Where: Downtown Linwood Michiagn
Weekend of fun, food, and festivities celebrating everything pickle! From contests and live music to family activities, there's something for everyone.
- 5k
- Pickle dog pageant
- Cornhole tournament
- Live entertainment
- Classic Car Show
- Parade
- Vendor Tents
- Jeep Rally
- Kids Activities
- Polka Music and so much more!
6. Berrien Springs Pickle Festival
When: July 4th 2026
Where: Downtown Berrien Springs!
This 4th of July, bring the lil' dills to downtown Berrien Springs for family fun and everything pickled. Enjoy quirky contests, artisan vendors, delicious food, and festive activities!
7. Pickle Fest the Sequel 2026 - Honor Michigan
Pickle Fest the Sequel
Where: Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater, 9812 Honor Hwy, Honor, MI 49640
When: July 24 and 25, 2026
- For one gloriously crunchy weekend in Honor, Michigan, the Cherry Bowl is a tangy playground of all things pickled. If it can be brined, battered, merch-ified, crowned, or celebrated… it’s here!
Pickle games, pickle merchandise, pickle vendors, pickle costume contest and lots more!!
Don't Stop Relishing the Fun!
If these pickle festivals have left you hungry for more Michigan adventures, we've got plenty to relish! Discover hundreds of Michigan summer events, August festivals, live music, county fairs, and unforgettable road trip destinations throughout the state. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a full Michigan vacation, Travel-MI has you covered.
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