2026 ULTIMATE Guide of 102 October Michigan Events, Fall Festivals, Music and Best Things to Do in Michigan This Weekend (+Cider Mills, Color Tours, Apple Picking, Pumpkin Patches, Halloween Haunted Houses and Haunted Places!)
Article: 2026 ULTIMATE Guide of October Michigan Events, Fall Festivals, Music and Best Things to Do in Michigan
2026 ULTIMATE Guide of 102 October Michigan Events, fall festivals, fall activities, Halloween events, Halloween haunted houses and fun things to do in Michigan for families, couples and friends!
Grab our Boredom Zapping Ideas and Events October 2026.
Destinations: Detroit, Traverse City, Frankenmuth, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Petoskey, Charlevoix, Midland, South Haven, St. Joseph, Grand Rapids, Upper Peninsula and more!
Michigan Fall Festivals 2026 are full swing!
Fall activities in Michigan include: Scary haunted houses, visiting haunted places in Michigan, squash and pumpkin picking, changing leaves, bon fires and wine tasting is just a few of October 2026 events to look forward to!
Traveling Michigan in October is absolutely stunning as our nights are cool but our days are sunny and perfect for discovering forest walks!
So check out our October 2026 calendar and start traveling Michigan!
Your October Bucket List!
Get ready to pick squash and pumpkins in October!!
Michigan's Best Apple Cider Mills and Orchards to Visit This Fall
Best Michigan Pumpkin Patches to Visit This Fall!
You just gotta visit these October Michigan Cider Mills and Apple Orchards this fall!
And fall just isn't fall without picking out your own pumpkins from these awesome Michigan Pumpkin Patches! There are lots of places to visit in Michigan in October, keep reading!
Haunted Houses and Places in Michigan!
Over 40 Scary Michigan Haunted Houses
16 Spooky Haunted Places in Michigan
And...October isn't October without going to spooky haunted houses in Michigan! There are so many Halloween events that you can't miss!
Oh, if you like everything that goes bump in the night, you need to read about Michigan's spooky houses, asylum, steam tunnels, haunted bridge and abandoned places.
What about a haunted ship?
5 Scenic Fall Chairlift Rides To See The Fall Colors!
It's hard to beat the vantage point of glorious fall trees from the top of a chairlift ride!! We've got 5 Michigan Fall Scenic Chairlift Rides...It's next level!
What is there to do in Michigan in October 2026 near me?
Holy moly! There are so many things to do in October Michigan near you! Lots of Michigan fall festivals in 2026.
*Deep breath...
There's haunted houses, scary haunted places to visit, tons of pumpkin patches to pick pumpkins, apple barns for apple picking and hard cider (oh, and donuts!) and corn mazes galore! Visit the Tunnel of Trees!
Keep reading for inspiration, maps and tons of information on October Michigan events and activities!!
What are the Events in October?
Events in October 2026
So we've been asked, "What are the best events in October in Michigan?" Well, my friends, we pulled together a great list of Michigan events, activities, festivals and fun things to do below! Lots of events in Detroit, Traverse City and all across Michigan!
There's incredible:
Keep reading for more information!
THE BEST October Michigan Events 2026 and Michigan Fall Festivals
NOTE: Since we are human, we make every effort to update our posts but mistakes can happen. Always call, check the hours/dates/info on the event's specific website, book tickets or verify info before attending any event.
Nite Lites Halloween Train Ride Through the Light Show and Drive-Thru Halloween Light Show at Michigan International Speedway
Drive Thru Halloween Light Show
Where: Michigan International Speedway, 12626 US 12, Brooklyn, MI
- Halloween Drive Thru Light Show: Thurs-Sunday, October 1-18, 2026
- Halloween Drive Thru Light Show: Happens everyday October 22-31, 2026
- Nite Lites Halloween Train Ride Thru the Light Show: October 1-31, 2026
- Fun Walk Thru the Lights: October 24, 2026
This fun and spooky drive-thru Halloween Light Show is approximately 2 miles long!!!
Oktoberfest Express and Pumpkin Train Rides with the Coopersville & Marne Railway
Oktoberfest Express and Pumpkin Train Rides with the Coopersville & Marne Railway
- The Oktoberfest Express Train departs Saturday's in October. Includes 2 beverages and a snack. Ages 21+
- The Pumpkin Train: Saturday's and Sundays in October!
Check their website for dates, booking, and more info.
Ticket Office: 306 Main St, Coopersville, MI 49404
Boarding Platform: 311 Danforth Street, Coopersville, MI 49404
Post Family Fun Farm
Post Family Fun Farm Week Days and Weekends
2026 Fall Festivals: (ongoing from September) through November 7, 2026
- Monday-Friday: 12 pm-7:30 pm
- Saturday: 10 am-7:30 pm
Where: 5081 Bauer Rd. Hudsonville, MI 49426
Hayride to the Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Train Ride, Friendly farm animals, Outdoor play areas and so much more! Homemade Pumpkin Donuts and award-winning Apple Cider are available for purchase during your visit. Fun things to do in Michigan in October 2026! Visit their website for specific details!
Beauty and the Beast at the Fisher Theater (Detroit)
Beauty and the Beast
When: Oct 1 - Oct 12, 2025
Where: Fisher Theater, Detroit, MI
Fall Color Tours Aboard the Harbor Princess in Charlevoix!
Join the Little Traverse Bay Ferry Co. for a scenic Fall Color Tour aboard the Harbor Princess! Cruise around Round Lake and into the stunning Lake Charlevoix.
Be wowed by stunning views of autumn foliage while enjoying seasonal refreshments available for purchase.
When: Select days beginning September 26 – October 12, 2026. Check their website for details.
Where: Charlevoix Ferry/Charter Port, Bridge Park Dr. Charlevoix, MI
Henry Ford Museum
Henry Ford Museum: October is a great month to check out the Henry Ford Museum! Indoor exhibits the whole family will love!
Where: 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124‑5029
Fall Fest Weekends at Pond Hill Farms
Fall Fest Weekends
When: 11 am to 6 pm every Saturday and Sunday from September 20th through October 26, 2026
Activity booths close at 5:30pm and there is FREE Admission!
🐾 Pet Friendly
Where: Pond Hill Farms, Harbor Springs, MI.
Hayrides, music, pumpkin patch, cider, donuts, pumpkin bowling, cute animals, pumpkin bowling, pumpkin smashing, beer, wine, cider, pizza and more!
Frankenmuth Corn Maze Weekends
Frankenmuth Corn Maze Weekends
When: (ongoing from September) Sept. 25 - Oct. 31, 2026
- Friday's: 7-10pm
- Saturday's: NOON-10pm
- Sunday's: NOON-7pm.
Where: Weiss Centennial Farm and Frankenmuth Corn Maze, 5450 Weiss Rd, Frankenmuth, MI.
Bring your flashlight if you arrive in the dark! Five acres of towering corn stalks and strategically located observation bridges within three interconnected mazes await you at the Frankenmuth Corn Maze. We love this October Michigan event! No pets.
Scarecrows in Kellogg Park 2026
Scarecrows in Kellogg Park 2026
When: Beginning September 25th through November 2, 2026; 24/7
Where: Downtown Plymouth in Kellogg Park.
Are you looking for a Fun Fall Activity for your family? Check out 100 scarecrows on display late September through Halloween!
Michigan Fall Festivals!
Skip's European Farmers Market
Skip's European Farmers Market, (ongoing from September) Open each Saturday and Sunday – 9am to 3pm – through Mid October, 2026.
Where: 16710 Lakeshore Rd (corner of Red Arrow Highway and Lakeshore Road), just north of New Buffalo.
Enjoy great locally produced vegetables, fruits, jellies, jams, salsas, bread, maple syrup, homemade soaps, cut flowers, potted plants, eggs, cheeses, pastries, meats, sausages, fresh-made food products, art, jewelry, clothing and more will be available at New Buffalo European Farmers Market at Skip’s Restaurant.
Shop Fulton Street Market in Grand Rapids This Fall!
Fulton Street Market
When: (ongoing from September) through October 31, 2026;
- Wednesday | Friday | Saturday
- 8 AM - 2 PM
Where: 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
You can find delectible fruits and veggies, dairy and meat, snacks and desserts, hot and prepared food, and handmade arts and crafts and lots more.
Four Flags Area Apple Festival
When: October 1-4, 2026
Where: 1740 Lake St, Niles, MI 49120
2 hour grand parade, nightly free entertainment, rides, games, food and apple everything!! Get ready to enjoy pies, pasteries, cookies and so much more!
Mums at Fredrick Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI
When: October 1-31, 2026
Where: Fredrick Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI
Explore Fredrick Meijer Gardens' exquisite gardens and grounds—indoors and out. Fredrick Meijer Gardens is one of our favorite places to visit in Michigan in October.
Haunted Adventure at Turkeyville: Spooky Hay Ride, Corn Maze, Haunted Barn and a Ghoulish Train
Haunted Adventure at Turkeyville
When: Every Saturday and Sunday in October!
- Saturday 11am – 6pm *Wristbands sold until 5pm*
- Sunday 11am – 5pm *Wristbands sold until 3pm*
Where: 18935 15 1/2 Mile Road, Marshall, MI.
- $15 per person wristband only
- $17 wristband with a pumpkin
If you dare: Come on out for a creepy hay ride, haunted barn, corn maze and spooky train ride (the train takes donations also). Enjoy homemade donuts, apple cider, pumpkins, mums and more fall items!
Michigan Fall Train Rides: Best Way to See Michigan Fall Color!
Big List of FUN Michigan Fall Train Rides: Best Way to See Michigan Fall Color!
Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival
Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival, Caro, MI.
When: October 1-4, 2026
Where: Downtown Tuscola
The Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival is four days of fun filled family activities such as inflatables, horse drawn carriage rides, craft show, baby contest, BBQ, pumpkin derby, fireworks and more!
Join our Michigan Best Fall Color Facebook Group!
Join our Michigan Best Fall Color Facebook Group! Everyone posts their photos, favorite leaf peeping spots and current info on the percentage of color change in their region!
Where to See Fall Color In Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Leelanau Peninsula!
Don't miss the gorgeous reds, yellows and oranges before they are gone! Here is where you can find fall color in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the Leelanau Peninsula.
Best Places to See Michigan's Fall Color! Take a Michigan Road Trip!
- Fall Colors in Michigan - COLOR TOUR-13 EPIC PLACES with map
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- Michigan in Fall - COLOR TOUR - 10 EPIC PLACES with map
- 11 Best Places to See Fall Color in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Keweenaw Peninsula - 11 Gorgeous Spots with map
- Tunnel of Trees - SCENIC DRIVE
- Fall Train Rides are another option to see the lovely fall color!!
Self-Guided Saturdays of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow house named "The Pines"
Self-Guided Saturdays of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow house named "The Pines"- Dow Gardens, Midland, Michigan. Thursdays & Fridays, March – November | 11 AM & 1:30 PM
The Pines is a National Historic Landmark and is filled with treasures, collected by the Dow family. Reservations recommended. Tours last approximately one hour and will include stairs. Adults - $8.00 + admission. Children $5.00 + admission. Children (under 5) are free.
Halloween in Greenfield Village
Halloween in Greenfield Village
When: October 1-4, 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, 2026. Time: 6:00-9:30 p.m.
Public tickets go on sale early September and sell out quickly. We are super excited to explore Greenfield Village at Halloween! One of our favorite fall activities in Michigan!
Pumpkinfest in Zeeland, MI
Pumpkinfest - Zeeland, MI
When: October 1-3, 2026.
Come on out for family fun, parade and fall activities! Pumpkinfest is a two-day event that features a number of free and low-cost events that can be enjoyed by all ages. Fun October Michigan event!
2026 Grandpa Tiny's Farm Fright Nights
When: October tbd
Where: Grandpa Tiny's Farm - 7775 Weiss Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Highlights are the Fall and Halloween decorated barn & mini maze, GLOW Corn Maze, Spooky Crafting Classes, Creepy Wagon Ride & sweets & treats!
- 7 pm - 8 pm is family friendly
- 8 pm onward is big kids and adults only
Hallowe’en Fairy Tale Feast - Greenfield Village
Hallowe’en Fairy Tale Feast, A spooky supper for the littlest ghosts and ghouls
When: Oct 1-4, 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, 2026 ; Time: 4:30-5:00 p.m.
Where: Greenfield Village, at A Taste of History Restaurant. Your family will love these fun fall activities in Michigan! Greenfield Village at Halloween is spectacular!
Lavender Hill Farm Guided Farm Tours
Lavender Hill Farm’s Guided Farm Tours Continues!
When: Select days/times throughout October.
Where: Lavender Hill Farm, Boyne City, 7354 Horton Bay Rd. North, Boyne City, MI.
Skeletons Are Alive in Downtown Northville
Skeletons Are Alive!
When: October 1 to October 31, 2026
Where: Downtown Northville, Michigan
Michigan Fall Festivals
Grab our big list of Michigan Fall Festivals to find fun events near you!
Treetops Resort Fall Color Tour and Progressive Dinner
Treetops Resort Fall Color Tour and Progressive Dinner
When: October 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 and 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tickets: $155 per adult, inclusive of tax and gratuity
Where: Jones Golf Course (Check-in at Jones Pro Shop)
Experience Fall with creative cuisine, paired with tastings of Michigan beer and wine, all atop the spectacular views only offered at Treetops Resort.
October Offers Great Elk Viewing Opportunities
September and October are prime Elk Viewing times, especially in the Gaylord Michigan region! During this time, the male bulls can be heard bugling, and are very active rounding up the females. The breeding season or rut begins in early September and peaks around September 20th but you can still see them in October. It's best to view them at dusk and dawn.
Fall Fest in Holland
When: October 2-3, 2026
Where: Downtown Holland, MI
Come out to the 2026 Fall Fest! See professional pumpkin carvers, street performers, pumpkin painting, and even a Fall Artisan Market!
Fall Fest Makers Market in Holland!
Fall Fest Makers Market - Shop from over 75 local artisans, crafters, and makers inside the Civic Center
When:
- Friday, October 2, 2026: 12pm – 7pm
- Saturday, October 3, 2026: 8am – 3pm
Where: Holland Civic Center Place,150 West 8th Street Holland, MI 49423
American Speed Festival
AMERICAN SPEED FESTIVAL - M1 Concourse
When: Friday, October 2 – Sunday, October 4, 2026
Where: 1 Concourse Dr. Pontiac, MI 48341
Celebrate some of the greatest drivers, designers, and cars in motorsports! The American Speed Festival features several days of live driving demonstrations on the M1 Concourse’s 1.5-mile circuit. Tickets include access to The M1 Concourse property, parking, access to the Pit Stop Alley (Premium Food Trucks), Arena Biergarten, Lifestyle Pavilion, all show cars, all display cars, R/C off-road racetrack, Awards show, music, and entertainment. Buy your American Speed Festival tickets early
Somewhere in Time Weekend - Mackinac Island, MI
Somewhere in Time Weekend - Mackinac Island, MI
When: Friday, October 2, 2026 - Sunday, October 4, 2026
Where: Grand Hotel, 286 Grand Avenue, Mackinac Island, MI
The Grand Hotel's Somewhere in Time Weekend is one of the most popular and special events during the Grand Hotel season. It’s perfect for movie lovers who want to know the cinematic secrets of the timeless romantic classic, and a chance to visit with many people who played a role in the movie.
You are invited to dress in costume at the cocktail receptions and costume promenade. Breakfast and dinner are also included daily, where you can enjoy dining in elegant costumes in their Main Dining Room. Book early! Super fun October Michigan event and fun family activities!
Skitoberfest 2026 at Boyne Mountain
When: October 2 - 3, 2026
Where: Boyne Mountain Resort, 1 Boyne Mountain Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713
Try keg bowling, stein hoisting, Kids’ Zone fun, pond pedaling at Boyne Mountain during Skitoberfest, their Oktoberfest-style party with a twist!
2026 Mackinac Island Fudge Festival
2026 Mackinac Island Fudge Festival
When: October 2, 2026 - October 3, 2026
Where: Mackinac Island, Michigan
The Mackinac Island FUDGE festival celebrates the Island’s most famous treat and features a number of fudge-related, fun, family events! Activities include fudge-making demonstrations, fudge inspired food and cocktails, an outdoor movie, family games, and more! Fun August Michigan festival!
More FUN THINGS TO DO IN MACKINAC ISLAND!
Ludington Lumber Days
Ludington Lumber Days
Location: Ludington Lumber Days is held at Legacy Plaza, 400 S Harrison St, Ludington, MI 49431
- Ludington Lumber Days is a blast! October 2-4, 2026. Come on down to downtown Ludington to enjoy music and outdoor family activities!
This fall festival weekend is filled with lumberjack-themed fun, local history, live music, and family-friendly adventures for all ages.
Friday, October 2, 2026:
- Plaidurday Pub Crawl, downtown (6–9PM)
- Photo exhibitions, museum tours, and book talk with Mike Nagel
Saturday, October 3, 2026:
- Lumber Days Workout at Legacy Plaza with log rolls, ax throwing, stump jumps and more
- Beer Garden at Legacy Plaza with music, ax throwing & kids’ activities
- Fall Festival at Ludington State Park with wagon rides, bonfire, cider, face painting
- Logging encampment at Historic White Pine Village
- Lumber-themed crafts at Sandcastles Children’s Museum
- Lighthouse tours, lumber baron homes, and more!
Sunday, October 4, 2026:
- Guided hikes and nature walks at Ludington State Park
See more fun things to do at Ludington State Park! So many Fall-Autumn things to do in Michigan!
Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site AFTER DARK!
Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site AFTER DARK! See all five floors of the houses on this classic tour! Learn more about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and the Victorian Era in Muskegon.
When: Friday, October 2, 2026 from 9-10 pm.
Where: Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI
Michigan's Big Country Fest
When: October 2-3, 2026; 5 pm - midnight.
Where: Heritage Park, 601 Weiss St, Frankenmuth, MI.
This festival will be held inside the Harvey Kern Community Pavilion. It is a fully enclosed pavilion so it’s protected from the weather with heat. Stop in for drinks at the bar, food trucks, vendors, free line-dancing lessons, cornhole, games and contests, photo booth, souvenirs, bloody Mary bar, and more exciting attractions! Buy your Big Country Fest tickets early. Popular events October Michigan 2026.
More Fun Events In October 2026 and Fall Things to Do in Michigan
2026 Halloween Stroll at Canterbury Village
Halloween Stroll at Canterbury Village 2026
When: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening in October! 2026 Dates: October 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, and 30th!
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00pm.
Where: Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Rd, Lake Orion, MI 48360
Buy your Halloween Stroll at Canterbury Village tickets early online. Lake Orion Canterbury Village's Halloween Stroll is a family friendly event hosted all outdoors. Stroll through the quaint Village featuring multiple encounters and exhibits with characters along a path lit by orange glowing lamp posts and hand-carved jack-o-lanterns. Passing through pumpkin trees, spooky carousel house, scarecrow row, singing skeletons, tunnel of fun and more! Enjoy hot chocolate, cider and donuts, and various food on the C Pub patio.
Bowers School Farm Fall Festival
When: October 2, 2026-October 31, 2026 (Fridays and Saturdays)
- Friday's 5 pm - 9 pm
- Saturday's 10 am - 4 pm
Where: 1219 E Square Lake Rd. Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Fun for the whole family! Come out for a fun-filled weekend of farm activities, food, live music & entertainment, pumpkins, inflatables, games and more!
Adults can visit the Beer Garden too!
Spooky Spirits at the Detroit Zoo
Spooky Spirits at the Detroit Zoo - Exclusive, 21-and-older tasting event
When: October 2, 2026, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Detroit Zoo
Spooky Spirits is a chilling good time! A selection of themed specialty cocktails, as well as classic spirits will be available. Don your most creative costumes and add some fright to your night as you enjoy bone-chilling entertainment, yard games, fall-themed snacks and exclusive access to the Zoo at twilight.
Craft Shows in Holly Michigan
Two Dates:
- October 3 & 4, 2026
- October 10 & 11, 2026
Time- 9am to 6pm
Location: Diehl's Orchard and Cider Mill at 1479 Ranch Rd. Holly, MI 48442
November Michigan Event Calendar!
Start planning your November Michigan Events! Your Michigan event calendar will be packed!
Halloween Ghosts and Goodies at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad
When: October 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, 22-25, & 29-30, 2026
- Weekdays: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Weekends: Noon – 9:00 pm
Where: Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, 5045 Stanley Road, Flint, MI 48506
Watch out for friendly ghosts, treats, and savor the delicious cider and donuts! Perfect Halloween seasonal fun for the whole family. Enjoy vintage rides and spooky surprises around every corner! There will be numerous treat stops, a straw maze, and a magic show in the Cowell Opera House, all included with admission. Be sure to ride the historic 1800s Huckleberry Ghost Train Express for a 40-minute ride through the autumn countryside.
See our photos and experiences of Huckleberry Railroad but during Christmas time!
Movie in the Cemetery at Redford Cemetery
Movie in the Cemetery at Redford Cemetery
When: 2 show times on October 3, 2026
- Early Show - October 3, 7:30pm: Halloweentown, unrated, 1 hr 24 min
- Late Show - October 3, 10:30pm: The Craft, rated R, 1 hr 41 min
Where: Redford Cemetery, 15940 Telegraph Rd, Redford Charter Township, MI.
Come out for the annual Movie in the Cemetery, a fundraiser held at the historic Redford Cemetery. What a creepy night of Halloween fun! Buy your tickets online!
After entering the cemetery on foot, you'll make your way down the candlelit path to check in, and then proceed to the viewing area. Here, you'll set up your seating, grab some snacks from one of the food vendors, shop at the vendor booths, and check out the hearses on display from "Just Hearse'N Around".
Super fun October Michigan event and fun family activities!
Fall Harvest Festival - Chippewa Nature Center, Midland, MI
When: Saturday, October 3, 2025, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Chippewa Nature Center
Enjoy demonstrations, crafts, and activities reminiscent of 19th century farm life during harvest season.
Be sure to visit the Homestead Farm to enjoy the apple harvest and watch how apple butter is made and learn how to press apple cider. Learn about beekeeping and the importance of honeybees to a successful harvest. Stop at the Timber Frame Barn and learn about spinning and weaving presented by The Midland Fiber Arts guild.
Super fun Michigan fall festivals near you!
It's time for Michigan Apple Festivals!
- Now is the time to see lovely Michigan Elk as September and October is the rut season. See our favorite Michigan Elk Viewing spot!
2026 Midland/Saginaw Fall Parade of Homes
2025 Midland/Saginaw Fall Parade of Homes
When: Fall Parade of Homes, October 3, 4, 7, 10, and 11, 2026
- Weekends: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- Wednesday: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Midland, Freeland, Saginaw
Use the guide book for the Midland Parade of Homes locations. Popular weekend activities and events October 2025. *Tip do the parade of homes AND the Fall Harvest Fest below!
Frankenmuth is also one of our favorite places to visit in Michigan in October!
There's horse drawn carriages, boat rides, fudge, famous fried chicken, shopping and ...
Red Flannel Festival, Cedar Springs, MI
Red Flannel Festival, Cedar Springs
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 (always the first Saturday in October!).
Live music, craft fair and carnival. Saturday is the grand parade, art fair, car show and High School Marching Band Competition. Popular events October 3, 2026.
There are so many things to do in Michigan in October 2026, check it out!
Turkeyville Fall Festival and Arts and Craft Show
Turkeyville Fall Festival and Arts and Craft Show
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 - October 4, 2026, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: Cornwell's Turkeyville, 18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd, Marshall, MI 49068
Come on out and enjoy Michigan's lovely fall weather with Turkeyville's fall festival and craft show! Homemade donuts and apple cider along with great vendors. What fun events in October 2026!
Detroit Harvest Fest 2026
Detroit Harvest Fest
When: October 3 and 4, 2026, 11 am - 8pm
Where: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park Grand Opening
Come out for a full weekend of fall fun along the Detroit Riverfront when Detroit Harvest Fest returns to Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park!
TICKET PRICES
- Advance tickets - $5 each
- Family Four Packs - Only $15
- $8 at the door
Huron Township Apple Festival
Huron Township Apple Festival
When: October 3, 2026 - October 4, 2026
Where: Downtown New Boston, MI.
Come down to New Boston for apple pie contests, fiddlers, dancers, and general apple fun. So many fun things to do in Michigan in the fall!
October Michigan FAQ's and Things To Do
What is going on Michigan in October? October is a much anticipated fall and autumn season in Michigan. We don our fleece jackets, hoodies and fleece lined leggings and head out to Michigan Pumpkin Patches, Haunted Houses, Fall Festivals in Michigan, Michigan in Fall Color Tour (grab our Michigan Fall Color predictions before you go!).
Is October a good time to visit Michigan? Absolutely! We have sunny days and of course some rainy days but stormy skies make awesome photos! Visit Traverse City's Old Mission Peninsula, Petoskey, Harbor Springs and of course, the famous Tunnel of Trees!
What is the best time to see fall colors in Michigan? Fall colors (depending on the weather) generally starts the last week of September in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and continues through the second week of October. Grab our Michigan Fall Color predictions before you go!
What is the fall color forecast for Michigan 2026? Our Michigan Fall Color predictions forecasts Michigan fall colors. We update it constantly during the last week of September through mid October.
When is the Best Time to Visit Michigan in the Fall? Michigan is absolutely exquisite in the fall and autumn season! We recommend visiting Michigan during the first week of October as you will see the glorious yellows, reds and oranges of trees across the state in various degrees of change.
More Things to do in Michigan in October 2026 and Popular Fall Festivals in Michigan
Onekama Fall Festival
Onekama Fall Festival
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10am-3pm
Where: (Northern Michigan, southwest of Traverse City; south of Frankfort)
The Onekama Fall Festival takes place every year in the Village Park with lots of free activities and fun! Featuring scarecrows, hay rides, pumpkin decorating and events. This event is fun for the whole family. October Michigan fun family friendly events!
2026 Grand Ledge Fall Festival
Grand Ledge Fall Festival
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026; Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Where: Jaycee Park, Island Park, and River Street.
FREE! Come out and enjoy crafters and vendors (including pottery, wood work, candles, handmade craft items, and businesses doing outreach). Free pumpkins for kids, a fall photo booth, pony rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, and re-enactors and demonstrators of live art. Then, in the afternoon, head to the Grand Ledge Beer Fest directly listed below!
Grand Ledge Beer Fest
Grand Ledge Beer Fest
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 3:00 pm- 8:00 pm | VIP starts at 2:00 pm.
Where: Fitzgerald Ball Field by Island Park located at 206 W. River Street
Enjoy the Grand Ledge Fall Festival (listed directly above), then walk across the parking lot to the Beer Fest and enjoy craft beer and cider on Fitzgerald Field (the ball field under the bridge).
2026 Smetanka Arts & Crafts Shows
Smetanka Arts & Crafts Shows 2026
- Oct. 3-4 - Frontier Town Fall Spectacular (outdoors) - Romeo
- Oct. 10 - Davison High School Fall Spectacular
- Oct. 24 - Anchor Bay High School- New Baltimore
- October 31 - Imlay City High School
- Nov. 14 - Grand Blanc High School
- Nov. 28-29 - Blue Water Convention Center- Port Huron
- Dec. 5 - Davison High School Christmas Show
- Dec. 12 - Oxford High School Christmas Show
- Dec 19-20 - Christmas at Birchwood Mall - Port Huron
Keepsake Arts and Crafts Shows 2026
Keepsake Arts and Crafts Shows 2026
October 3 - Clarkston High School
November 14 - Morey Courts
December 5,6 - Clarkston High School
December 12 - Horizons Saginaw
December 13 - Great Hall Midland
Fall Festival in Beulah
Fall Festival in Beulah
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026; 10 am - 2 pm,
Where: Downtown Beulah, 273 S. Benzie Blvd., Beulah, MI, 49617 (located in Northwest Michigan, southwest of Traverse City near Frankfort)
Pumpkin Decorating, Sidewalk Chalk Art, Kids Games, Face Painting, Mask and Trick or Treat Bag Decorating, Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides and more! I'm excited for this October Michigan festival in Beulah!
Hess-Hathaway Harvest Happening
Hess-Hathaway Harvest Happening
When: Sunday, October 4, 2026 - Rain or Shine, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: Hess-Hathaway Park at 825 S. Williams Lake Road.
Exciting event for the entire family! Come enjoy the hayrides, pony rides, bouncers, children’s contests and crafts, entertainment for adults and children, crafters, bake sale, food concessions, historical house tours and games, pumpkin patch and more! This is a popular fall festival in Michigan.
Legends of Country Music at Zehnder's of Frankenmuth
Women of Country
When: October 5-8, 2026
Where: Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, MI
When you hear the names Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton and more, what comes to mind? The BEST country music ever!
Come enjoy this classic Collection of tunes that will have you toe tapping, reminiscing and singing along!
Ghosts of Lighthouse Point at Marquette Maritime Museum and Lighthouse
Ghosts of Lighthouse Point at Marquette Maritime Museum and Lighthouse
When: October 8-10, 2026 for Ghosts of Lighthouse Point
Kid-friendly, 7:00-8:00 pm; 12 and over only 8:00-10:00 pm
Where: Marquette, Michigan
2026 Tickets: Adults $15 plus one canned good; NMU students $10 plus one canned good; children (11 and under, 7pm-8pm only) $8 plus one canned good.
Tickets for Ghosts of Lighthouse Point can be obtained online. Great way to kick off Halloween in MI! We just toured this incredible lighthouse in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and absolutely loved it!!
The Haunted Forest at Cannonsburg Ski Area 2026
When: 10/9, 10/10, 10/17, 10/16, 10/17, 10/23, 10/24, 10/29, 10/30
Where: Cannonsburg Ski Area, 6800 Cannonsburg Rd. NE, Belmont, Mi
The Haunted Forest is a spooky outdoor experience at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Are you brave enough? The woods are crawling with hungry zombies, spooky witches, ghosts, and other monsters that haunt your worst nightmares. Scary props and costumed actors haunt the woods!
The 80th Annual Greater Detroit Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show
Michigan Mineralogical Society Show
When: October 9-11, 2026; 10 am - 5 pm
Where: Macomb Community College Sports & Expo Center - South East Campus Expo Hall, Building P, 14500 E. 12 Mile Rd. Warren, MI 48088.
Popular Detroit events October 2026. Free parking and admission
47th Annual Charlevoix's Applefest
Charlevoix's Applefest
When: October 9, 2026 - October 11, 2026; Fri & Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 10am-4pm
Where: Downtown Charlevoix: East Park, Mason Street.
Experience the magic of autumn in northern Michigan! Come on out for fresh apple cider from local farms, live music, arts and craft shows, kids crafts, and their petting zoo is soooo cute! Pet goats, sheep, cows and other fuzzy animals! So many fun October 2026 events! See our BIG LIST OF APPLE FESTIVALS!
International Festival of Holland 2026
International Festival of Holland
When: Saturday, October 10, 2026; 4-7 pm
Where: Holland Civic Center Place
Enjoy food, music, art, and shopping!
Leif Erikson Festival
When: October 10, 2026
Where: Leif Erikson Festival, Main Street, Norway, Michigan (west Escanaba in Michigan's Upper Peninsula).
The Annual Leif Erikson Fall Festival celebrates Viking history with a run, farmers market, taste of Norway, live music, cute live alpacas, Night of the Viking and blacksmithing demonstrations.
Annual New Buffalo Harvest & Wine Festival
Annual New Buffalo Harvest & Wine Festival
When: The festival on a hiatus for 2026 as the date was promised to another event company. We are hoping the festival can regroup and continue in 2027.
Where: North Whittaker Street, New Buffalo, MI
Enjoy a full day of live music, wine/beer, artisan vendors and family fun.
Michigan Antique Festival in Davisburg MI
Michigan Antique Festival
When: October 10-11, 2026
Where: 12451 Andersonville Rd. Davisburg, MI
One of our favorite events in October!
About 1000 Vendors selling Antiques, Folk Art, Crafts, and unique items. Check out the auto & truck show, parts & accessories swap meet, and huge auto for sale lot. Indoor and outdoor event held rain or shine. You will love this high energy October Michigan festival!
Urban HayDay
Urban HayDay
When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Where: Downtown Hudsonville
Todd Wenzel sponsors a day filled with cider, donuts, hayrides, pony rides, and so much more! Fun fall family festival!
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Kiwanis Club CraneFest XXXI 2026
Kiwanis Club CraneFest XXXI 2026
When: October 10, 2026 – October 11, 2026; from 12-6:00pm.
Where: Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area, 22300 15 Mile Rd., Bellevue, MI
The Kiwanis Club CraneFest festival coincides with the annual fall migration of thousands of Sandhill Cranes. Each evening in October, just before dusk, these majestic cranes leave their favorite feeding fields and head to Big Marsh Lake.
- Shop the Artist Village and other artists, vendors, nonprofits, and other outdoor-minded groups.
- Enjoy Guided Nature Walks with a local naturalist will explore the nature trails, seasonal birds, and wildlife from about 1 pm to 4:30 pm.
There is a pavilion and restrooms. Incredible October Michigan event.
2026 Bird Walks at the Ford House - South East Michigan Fall Events
Bird Walks at the Ford House - South East Michigan Fall Events
When: October 10, 2026 8:00 am - 10:30 am. See their website for location details, tickets and more info.
Where: The Ford House: 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan.
- Bird Walks are a great way to connect with nature while learning about bird species that inhabit and migrate through the Ford House estate. Led by local birders.
2026 Fall Festival Craft Fair in Frankfort Michigan
2025 Fall Festival Craft Fair
When: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM thru 4:00 PM
Where: 727 Main Street, Frankfort, MI 49635
The Fall Festival Craft Fair to be held in Open Space Park in historic Frankfort on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Live music, food, beer tent, kids games and a Giant Pumpkin drop. The Fall Festival Parade, featuring locally built floats, begins at 11 am thru 12:00 pm at Main Street Frankfort
Geek Fest at Kalamazoo Expo Center
Geek Fest
When: October 10, 2026; 11 am–3 pm
Where: Kalamazoo Expo Center, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Expo South.
Fun things to do in October Michigan 2026.
Annual Appleumpkin Festival
32nd Annual Appleumpkin Festival
When: October 10-11, 2026; Saturday Hours: 9 am-6 pm and Sunday Hours: 10 am-5 pm
Where: Tecumseh, MI.
Fun for the entire family! Midway rides & carnival games, inflatables, bungee Jump, make-it-take-it crafts. Plus, helicopter rides and monster truck rides. Lots of fun for all ages!!! The Antique Street Fair, Flea Market, Arts & Crafts Show, all in Tecumseh! Live entertainment too! Fun October Michigan event!
Explore the GLORIOUS SkyBridge at Boyne Mountain!!
Explore the incredible SkyBridge at Boyne Mountain- THE WORLD’S LONGEST TIMBER-TOWERED SUSPENSION BRIDGE!
Awesome fall Michigan views! Panoramic valley views and extensive light displays are incredible!
Open year-round, every season is spectacular to take in the views from this architectural masterpiece.
SkyBridge Michigan is constructed between the peaks of McLouth to Disciples Ridge. Ride the historic Hemlock Scenic Chairlift to the mountain’s top, then venture out along the exhilarating 1,200-foot long and 118-foot high pedestrian bridge.
Barrel-Aged Brewfest at Journeyman Distillery 2026 - 9th Annual!
Barrel-Aged Brewfest, 8th Annual
When: October 10, 2026
General Admission is 12 pm-5 pm
Where: Journeyman Distillery. 109 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI.
Their annual fundraiser features tastings of barrel-aged beers from various local participating breweries.
Presque Isle Pumpkin Stroll
Presque Isle Pumpkin Stroll (Alpena region)
When: October 10, 2026. 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Where: Presque Isle Harbor at 5462 E. Grand Lake Rd. Presque Isle, MI.
The Old Presque Isle Lighthouse Pumpkin Stroll begins at the Presque Isle Harbor Marina parking lot. Enjoy a 1/4 mile trail through the woods, lined with carved pumpkins along the trail to the Old “haunted” Lighthouse! So fun!
65th Pioneer Day at Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School
65th Pioneer Day at Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School
When: Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 10am - 5pm
Where: Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School, 13493 Waterloo Munith Rd, Grass Lake, MI 49240
Wander the grounds and explore the farmhouse and outbuildings depicting farm life in the mid-late 1800s. Enjoy watching craftsmen and demonstrators in blacksmithing, weaving, spinning, basketmaking and broom. You can even try candle dipping, corn shelling and flint knapping!
ART! at the Market at Fulton Street Market
ART! at the Market at Fulton Street Market
When: Sunday, October 11, 2026, 11:00 AM 4:00 PM
Where: 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
ART! at the Market features over 100 vendors showcasing handmade artwork, crafts, and locally grown flowers at Fulton Street Market.
From sculptures and paintings to woodwork, crochet, jewelry, soap, candles, skincare, stickers, prints, clothing, bags, and beyond–discover an eclectic showcase of artistic expressions.
Scarecrow Fest the River Place Shops
Scarecrow Fest the River Place Shops, Frankenmuth,
When:
October 15-16, 2026 Dog Weekend!
October 22-23, 2026 from noon-6pm. Kids weekend!
Where: River Place Shops, Frankenmuth, MI
Grab the Scarecrow Fest schedule!
Enjoy everything from pet costumes, music, Rock N Roll K9 show, kids trick or treating and more!
Enjoy Thomas Township Farmers Market’s Trunk or Treat Family Fun Event -Saginaw Michigan
Thomas Township Farmers Market’s Trunk or Treat Family Fun Event
When: October 2026 TBD, from 4-7 pm
Where: Roberts Park, 455 S. Miller Road, Thomas Township, Saginaw, MI
Local businesses will be handing out goodies for trick or treaters and Market vendors will be loaded with locally grown products and goods – plus, food trucks and live music will be onsite!
Trick-or-Treat with the Goats at Leaman's Green Apple Barn, Freeland, MI
Trick-or-Treat with the Goats - it's happening-check their website for more details.
When: October 2026; 4 PM-7:00 PM
Where: 7475 N. River Road, Freeland, MI
Leaman's Green Apple Barn. Put on your fun halloween costume and go trick-or-treating with their adorable goats! Every trick-or-treat station will be decorated with a fun Halloween theme, and the goats (plus a few other animals) will be dressed up too!
Friday Food Truck Frenzy at Montrose Orchards
Friday Food Truck Frenzy at Montrose Orchards
When: Friday, October 2026 tbd at 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Montrose Orchards (located between Saginaw and Flint), 12473 Seymour Rd, Montrose, MI 48457
Annual Harvest Fest at The Highlands
Annual Harvest Fest at The Highlands
When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: The Highlands at Harbor Springs, MI
Come enjoy a fall-themed day! Take a scenic chairlift ride to Upper Camelot, to see beautiful fall colors and Michigan views. At the top, there will be activities including face painting, games, and treats! Plus cider and donuts!
Shipshewana on the Road in Jackson, MI
Jackson County Fairgrounds
When: October 17-18, 2026
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: American 1 Event Center, 128 W Ganson, Jackson, MI 49201
$5 / person; Children 12 & Under are free
Fifth Annual Earthworm Festival!
Fifth Annual Earthworm Festival!
When: October 17, 2026, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: 5Heart Earthworm Farm: 10161 S Beyer Rd, Birch Run, MI 48415
Free exciting educational event that's exciting for everyone!
Tour the farm, learn about composting, kids' workshops and activities, pumpkin carving, see animals, local artisans, craft show, food truck and lots more live entertainment!
Pumpkin Palooza in Plymouth MI
Oh my gourd, it's the 14th Annual Pumpkin Palooza in Downtown Plymouth!!
When: Sunday, October 18, 2026 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: Main Street between Elm & Cedar
Enjoy a giant pumpkin contest, pumpkin roll, costume contest, story time, and trick-or-treating at the downtown shops and more! So many things to do in October Michigan!
Family Fun Weekend/ Craft Show at Montrose Orchards
Family Fun Weekends at Montrose Orchards
When: October 24, 2026; times are on their website.
Where: Montrose Orchards, 12473 Seymour Road, Montrose, MI, 48457
Monster's Ball Detroit 2026
Monster's Ball Detroit 2026
When: October 24, 2026
Where: Doors open at 8 pm at The Russell Event Center, 1600 Clay Street Detroit, MI.
"Detroit's Largest Annual Halloween Party" welcomes 2,000+ haunted souls! 21+. Come out to enjoy DJs spinning and performances by Haunted Circus Performers, Stilt Walkers, Acrobats, Illusionists, Stage Performers and several stages! Spooky October Michigan event!
Trick or Treat Trail at the Clinton Township Civic Center
Trick or Treat Trail
When: Saturday, October 2026 tbd, Select your time between 10:30am and 12:15pm at registration
Where: Clinton Township Civic Center, 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038
Halloween Hike at Dow Gardens
Halloween Hike (for kids)- Dow Gardens, Midland, Michigan.
When: October 2026 tbd 5–8:30 p.m
Where: Dow Gardens
Dow Gardens is bringing one of your favorite cartoons to life during this non-scary Halloween event for little trick or treaters! Walk the garden pathways, lined with luminaries, and gather goodies. Reservations are required. $15.00 fee, per child, collecting treats. Recommended for kids 8 and under, but big brothers and sisters are welcome to join!
Michigan Brewers Guild 15th Annual Detroit Fall Beer Festival
Michigan Brewers Guild 14th Annual Detroit Fall Beer Festival
When: Saturday, October 24th, 2026, General Admission is 1:00 PM- 6:00
Where: Eastern Market, Detroit, MI.
The Michigan Brewers Guild's Detroit Fall Beer Festival at Eastern Market is one of the largest all-Michigan beer tastings around! Enjoy food from Detroit area restaurants (available for purchase) and listen to a talented line-up of local musicians. Fun fall things to do in Michigan!
Michigan Farms to Visit in October (Can You Say DONUTS?!)
Best Michigan Apple Cider Mills
Chris and I absolutely love fall! Our weekends are spent visiting Michigan Best Apple Cider Mills and Orchards. By the way, Uncle John's Cider Mill is quite incredible if you haven't been there before!
We also love picking out our favorite pumpkins at Michigan's Best Pumpkin Farms. Oh, and don't forget to run through some Corn Mazes!
Dinner Down on the Farm at Montrose Orchards
Dinner Down on the Farm
When: Tuesday, October 2026 tbd from 6:00 PM
Where: Montrose Orchards (located between Saginaw and Flint)
RSVP Required. $20 all you can eat pasta night.
Poe on the Porch at Dow Gardens, Midland, MI
Poe on the Porch
When: Friday, October 2026 tbd; 6–9:30 PM
Where: Dow Gardens, Midland, MI
Come to Dow Gardens for a night of terrifying tales at The Pines! The old masters of horror literature will be dusted off for one night in a historically haunted setting.
$40 includes admission. Capacity is limited, and reservations are required. Register by early October as they sell out.
Halloween Bash at Splash, Zehnder's Splash Village
Halloween Bash at Splash
When: October 23 and 24, 2026
Where: Zehnder's Splash Village,1365 S .Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.
Fun event for Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark's overnight guests. On Friday, activities begin at 5 p.m. with Halloween crafts, story time, donuts and apple cider. Kids can take a Trick or Treat walk, enjoy popcorn and a Halloween movie to complete the evening. On Saturday, enjoy a coloring contest, cookie decorating, craft time, Trick or Treat in the evening followed by a Halloween movie and popcorn. Enjoy a Spooky Dinner Buffet on Friday and Saturday! Book early!
Shipshewana on the Road in Frankenmuth, MI
Harvey Kern Pavilion
When: October 24-25, 2026
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: 601 Weiss Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Traverse City Downtown Halloween Walk
🍬🕷️Come to Traverse City for the Downtown Halloween Walk on Saturday, October 29, 2026; 4:00-5:3pm
What: Friday Night Live block party celebrating community! This FREE event features live music and performances, interactive games, food and beverage vendors, and entertainment.
Where: From East Front Street to the shops on State Street, West Front, Old Town, and all the side streets in between, candy awaits around every corner. All little ghouls and goblins are welcome! Fill your bags with sweet surprises on the Downtown Halloween Walk.
Happy Hour Pub Crawl in Ann Arbor, 21+
When: Saturday, October 31st, 2026, 4 - 10pm
Where: Brown Jug Restaurant
Wear a spooky costume during your bar crawls through the top-rated bars in Ann Arbor. Fun Ann Arbor Halloween events October 2026.
Official Detroit Halloween Bar Crawl 2026
Official Detroit Halloween Bar Crawl
- Location: Corktown Tavern
- Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fun Halloween bar crawl in the Motor City!
Fall Festival - Big Rapids
Big Rapids Fall Festival
When: October 31st, 10am
- Trunk or Treat: 10-12 PM
- Inflatables & Kids Fun Area: 10-2 PM
- Food Trucks: 10-2 PM
- Pumpkin Roll and lots more!
What better way to enjoy the splendor of Michigan's fall colors than embarking on Scenic Michigan Fall Train Rides!
Grab our BIG list of the Best Scenic Michigan Fall Train Rides! Perfect family-friendly fall activities!
More Things to do in the Fall in Michigan and Top Michigan Events October 2026
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Pumpkin Picking and Wagon Rides at Anderson and Girls Orchards
Pumpkin Picking and Wagon Rides
When: October 2026 tbd
Where: Anderson and Girls Orchards, 2985 N Sheridan Rd, Stanton, MI 48888.
Take a free wagon ride back to the pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin (fee for pumpkins)!
Halloween Children's Parade & Downtown Trick-Or-Treating in Petoskey
Halloween Children's Parade & Downtown Trick-Or-Treating
When: October 31, 2026; 10:00 am - 12:00 Pm.
Where: The Halloween trick or treat festivities are happening in Downtown Petoskey!
Children are welcome to line up for the Children’s Halloween Parade beginning 9:45 am at Central Elementary School. From there, they will parade down Howard Street to Pennsylvania Park in Downtown Petoskey.
So many fun things are happening in October 2026, you will never be bored!
Handmade: The Crafting of America at Henry Ford in 2026
Handmade: The Crafting of America at the Henry Ford
- Ongoing through Jan 18, 2027
Where: The Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124
Learn the story of American craftsmanship! This exhibition explores the evolution of craft and creativity. Each artifact, many shown publicly for the first time, reveals a story of resilience, resourcefulness and entrepreneurial nature.
Fun Things To Do In November!
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What is Michigan like in October?
Michigan is absolutely stunning in October as the trees are changing and the days are crisp. It's perfect for hiking, biking and exploring as the bugs are minimal and the weather tends to be pretty moderate.
However, the temperatures can vary from needing a t-shirt to a full winter coat, so if you are visiting Michigan, be sure to check the weather before you pack!
We have toured Sleeping Bear Dunes in t shirts in October and by the end of the week we needed our winter jackets, so as the saying goes, "if you don't like the weather, wait a day!"
So many fun things happening in Michigan October 2026!
Cute October Finds - Fall Tumbler and Fall Women's T Shirt
Have you Ever Picked Chestnuts?
Kastanu Farms has U Pick Chestnuts usually ready in October for you to pick on the weekends. Check their Facebook Page for info! What an awesome October Michigan event!
The address to check in for U-Pick is: 11943 Campbell Rd., Kewadin, MI 49648
Where to Go Leaf Peeping and See the Best Fall Color in Michigan!
Michigan in Fall: Where to see the best fall colors!
So, guys, you can't go into October without taking a drive to see Michigan's fall colors. It's just wrong! So, grab our Michigan in Fall guide of our favorite places to see the fall colors!
Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking This Fall
Grab our HUGE LIST of the Best Michigan Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with your friends and family this fall season.
Gull Meadow Farms-Richland, MI. Pumpkins, delicious donuts and a corn maze. We used to go there weekly when we lived in the area. There is a train for kids and a tractor drawn hay wagon for the whole family. Great place!! What a fun October Michigan event! We love it!
Uncle Johns Cider Mill-8614 US-127, St Johns, MI. Gorgeous barn with hard ciders and treats!
Grandma's Pumpkin Patch-4277 N Eastman Rd, Midland, MI 48642
Leaman's Green Applebarn-7475 N. River Road, Freeland, MI. Cider and donuts are a must. Baked goods are outstanding!
Baynes Apple Valley-5395 Midland Road, Freeland, MI Awarded Mid-Michigan's Best Orchard 3 years in a row! Great homemade baked goods and fresh pressed pure apple cider. We love grabbing a sandwich in the cute shop and grabbing some fresh cider on the way out! Great place to meet friends during October Michigan afternoons!
Coveyou Scenic Farms-4160 US-131, Petoskey, MI We loved our stop at Coveyou Scenic Farm market, the owners are super friendly and the market has so many great things! We purchased bottles of syrup and a pumpkin!
Pond Hill Farms-5699 S Lake Shore Dr, Harbor Springs, MI. If you are out and about for Michigan fall color tours, be sure to stop at Pond Hill Farms to enjoy fresh warm donuts and cider around their bon fire! There's a cafe and pumpkin launching too! Super fun October Michigan things to do!
When Will the Fall Colors Peek in Michigan?
When will the leaves change color in 2026? Grab our Michigan Fall Color Map for the estimated dates of when Michigan's fall colors will emerge!
Embark on Michigan Fall Color Tours by Train!
Pere-Marquette 1225 Color Tour Train- The Museum Operations Support Manager of the Steam Railroading Institute told us all Fall Color Tours for 2021 have been cancelled but they plan on having the North Pole Express this November and December.
190 W. Cass Street, Cadillac, MI. The Steam Railroading Institute will be commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Michigan State University Railroad Club and their initial restoration of the 1225 with an all-day excursion behind the world-famous steam locomotive.
Planning Ahead...
North Pole Express - (FOR PLANNING AHEAD PURPOSES AS IT SELLS OUT VERY QUICKLY)- Departing from Owosso, MI. Embark on a nostalgic journey back in time to the Christmas of yesteryear when you climb aboard the North Pole Express, pulled by the world-famous Pere Marquette 1225! Depart from the Steam Railroading Institute for a four-hour, round trip excursion to the Village of Ashley’s Country Christmas.
Chris and I had an absolutely incredible time, it was well worth the money!
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Event Centers in Michigan
Still bored? Don't forget to check these Michigan event centers/theaters/auditoriums across Michigan for concerts, events, shows or comedy entertainment!
Here are a few Michigan event centers to inspire you!
- Cobo Hall-Detroit
- Midland Center for the Arts-Midland
- Dow Gardens-Midland
- Kalamazoo State Theatre
- Fire Keepers Casino
- Soaring Eagle Casino-Mt. Pleasant
- Wings Event Center-Kalamazoo
- Miller Auditorium-Kalamazoo
- Civic Auditorium-Kalamazoo
- Chenery Auditorium-Kalamazoo
- Kellogg Arena-Battle Creek
- LMC Mendel Center-Benton Harbor
- Franke Center for the Arts-Marshall
- The Bob-Grand Rapids
- Van Andel-Grand Rapids
- Devos Place-Grand Rapids
- Dow Event Center-Saginaw
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