The end of September means the arrival of fall, cooler temperatures, and leaves changing colors. It is also still a great time for festivals in the West Michigan area. Here is a list of over ten different festivals to check out the final couple of weeks of September 2022!

Michigan Irish Music Festival

Michigan Irish Music Festival
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Thursday, September 15-Sunday, September 18, 2022 - Heritage Landing, Muskegon, MI
The Michigan Irish Music Festival returns for four days of outstanding live music, culture, Irish food, beverages, and entertainment. The festival will feature over 25 bands. More information is available on the Michigan Irish Music Festival Facebook page.


ArtPrize

ArtPrize
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Thursday, September 15-Sunday, October 2, 2022 - Downtown Grand Rapids, MI
For 18 days, art is exhibited throughout the city in public parks and museums, in galleries and vacant storefronts, in bars and on bridges. ArtPrize awards $450,000 directly to artists, through grants to support their ambitious work and through prizes which you can help decide through the ArtPrize website. More details are on the ArtPrize Facebook page.


Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta

Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta
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Friday, September 16-Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Grand Haven Central Park, Grand Haven, MI
The Hispanic Heritage Fiesta will highlight Latin American cultures in all their rich variety and pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society -- particularly the Tri-Cities area. Fiesta goers will enjoy live music and dance performances on the stage while dancing in the street and park. Food vendors and trucks will serve authentic cuisine in Central Park. The beer tent will feature margaritas and mojitos along with a beer selection. Youth and kids' activities will be hosted in Central Park. Get more information on the Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta 2022 Facebook Events page.


Confluence Music Festival

Confluence Fest - Grand Rapids
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Friday, September 23-Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Celebration Cinema, Studio Park, Grand Rapids, MI
Confluence is a multi-dimensional festival that explores what’s possible when art, music, science and technology converge. The festival presents a range of experiential programming, including a robotics expo, e-sports tournament, maker expo, thought series and art takeovers. The event brings world-class thinkers and doers to Grand Rapids to explore the remarkable high-tech innovation underway throughout our region. For more information, visit the Confluence Fest - Grand Rapids Facebook page.


Fremont Harvest Festival

Fremont Harvest Festival
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Thursday, September 22-Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Fremont, MI
The Festival is one one time of year dedicated to antique tractors, simple games and a parade full of farm equipment. The parade will feature over 120 entries. Hay Art also continues to grow with an average between 50 to 60 creations that are located throughout the community. Be sure to enjoy the Harvest Festival Grand Parade on Thursday, Pumpkin bowling, Antique tractor show and Saturday Fun day in the Park which will feature multiple kids games and activities! Additional details can be found on the Fremont Harvest Festival Facebook page.


Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

Oktoberfest Grand Rapids
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Friday, September 23-Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Riverside Park, Grand Rapids, MI
They are back for another year! Oktoberfest Grand Rapids is ready to shout ZIGGE ZAGGE ZIGGE ZAGGE! The event features real German bier, all kinds of games, and the 3rd annual Dachshund Dash! Don't miss out on the city's ONLY German Bier Fest. Find out more on the Oktoberfest Grand Rapids 2022 Facebook Events page.


Michigan Apple Fest

Michigan Apple Fest
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Friday, September 23-Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Sparta, MI
It is a weekend that is all about apples! There will be an apple peeling contest, an apple sling shot, some kids crafts, and more! To find out more, visit the Michigan Apple Fest Facebook page.


Harvest Festival

Harvest Festival - Rockford
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Friday, September 23-Sunday, September 25, 2022 - Rockford, MI
The Annual Harvest Fest in Rockford will be full of Fall family activities including a classic car show, hay rides, entertainment, food and craft vendors, and more! Get additional details on the Rockford’s 46th Annual Harvest Fest Facebook Events page.


Wurst Festival Ever

Wurst Festival Ever
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Saturday, September 24, 2022 - New Salem Corn Maze, Dorr, MI
Get ready for the 12th Annual Wurst Festival Ever! Gates Open at 6 pm. Live music from 6:30-midnight with the Haunted Woods underway at dusk. (cost not included in admission). More information is available on the 12th Annual Wurst Festival Ever Facebook Events page.


Otsego Creative Arts Festival

Otsego Creative Arts Festival
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Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Otsego, MI
The festival features a day full of events, including a parade and pet parade, turtle races, a cornhole tournament, vendors, a motorcycle show, a teen zone, a car show, arts and crafts, antique tractors and more. Find out more on the Otsego Creative Arts Festival Facebook page.


Wizard of Oz Festival

Michigan Wizard of Oz Festival
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Friday, September 30-Saturday, October 1, 2022 - Brick Street Studio, Ionia, MI
The film that started it all, will be shown at the historic Ionia Theatre and priced the same as it was years ago, at only 25 cents per ticket! A variety of Oz related contests, Author's Alley, and much more, are planned. Vendors will be on hand with a great assortment of arts and crafts, shabby chic treasures, antiques, and various other gifts. Get additional information on the Michigan Wizard of Oz Festival Facebook page.


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