A vibrant floral explosion, genuinely a dessert for the eyes, is what you will experience if you plan a trip to a summer flower festival in Michigan. The mitten state hosts numerous festivals during the warmer months. These celebrations feature the chance to view stunning displays, bask within expansive gardens, pick a pretty bouquet or purchase your own flowering plants.
Although some festivals are a few hours’ drive from Ann Arbor, it is well worth the trip to round up the family for these one-of-a-kind fests. Read on for a roundup of 12 floral festivals to visit this season.
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June
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival
A seasonal island celebration of the lilacs lasting 10 days, including a grand parade, guided walking tours, a 10k run/walk and other activities.
Location: 7200 Huron St. Mackinac Island, Michigan, ~ 4 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: June 5-14, 2026
Cost: Free
Four Suns Farm Lavender Festival
A family-friendly festival including U-cut lavender blooms, lavender labyrinth trails, wellness events and activities such as yoga and a sugar scrub-making workshop.
Location: 655 East Pickard Rd. Mount Pleasant, MI, ~ 2 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: June 27, 2026
Cost: $8/person
July
Northfarthing Farms U-Pick Flower Festival
Activity-based U-Pick weekend events in charming Jonesville including the chance to pick your own bouquet and shop local goods, farm stands and coffee carts.
Location: 10455 Brown Rd. Jonesville, MI, ~1 hour 15 minutes from Ann Arbor
Dates: Select Fridays & Saturdays; July 17-September 5, 2026
Cost: $3/person (advance tickets) or $5/person at the door for event entry; $15/bouquet; $50/large bucket of flowers, $25 household pass. Children 2 and under free
Blake’s Lavender Festival
Double weekend festival encompassing u-pick lavender fields, an artisan market of over 200 artisans, lavender-themed treats and unique learning workshops galore.
Location: 17985 Armada Center Rd. Armada, MI, ~ 1 hour 25 minutes from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 10-12 & 17-19, 2026
Cost: $12/person on Fridays, $14/person on Saturdays & Sundays
Lavender Lane Harvest Festival
Staple summer festival celebrating over 10,000 lavender blooms including u-pick lavender flowers and an artisan market featuring 50+ artisans.
Location: 12040 Plank Milan, MI, 27 minutes from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 11-12, 2026
Cost: $10/person, Children 12 and under free
Mayville Sunflower Festival
Annual community event featuring concerts, a grand parade, “bump and run” demolition derby, garage sales, craft shows, live music and a fireworks display.
Location: 6250 Fulton St. Mayville, MI, 1.5-2 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 16-19, 2026
Cost: Free
“A Passion for Fashion” Tri-Cities Garden Club Flower Show
A free annual three-day-flower show featuring educational exhibits, artistic floral displays and more at the Spring Lake District Library.
Location: 123 E. Exchange St., Spring Lake, MI, 2.5 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 16-18, 2026
Cost: Free
Thunder Acres Highlands Lavender Fest
A kid-friendly seasonal event with u-pick lavender fields, interactive encounters with the resident miniature highland cows, food trucks and artisan vendors.
Location: 21592 Kimball Rd. Sand Lake, MI, 2 hours 21 minutes from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 18, 2026
Cost: $10/person, Children 2 and under free
Frankenmuth Flower Festival
An annual community festival featuring artisan vendors, special add-ons such as farm-to-table dinner in the sunflowers, and u-pick sunflowers within over 25 acres of sunflower fields at Grandpa Tiny’s Farm.
Location: 7775 Weiss St, Frankenmuth, MI, 1 hour 15 minutes from Ann Arbor
Dates: July 31-August 2, 2026
Cost: $18/person general admission, special events purchased separately
August
Mint Festival
Annual mint-themed summer festival featuring a grand parade, carnival, flea market, craft shows and food vendors offering unique specialty items with mint.
Location: Downtown St. Johns St. Johns, MI, ~1.5 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: August 7-9, 2026
Cost: Free
American Dahlia Society National Show
Annual competitive community exhibition where thousands of dahlias are showcased and judged.
Location: 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI, ~2-2.5 hours from Ann Arbor
Dates: August 27-30, 2026
Cost: $10-15/ day for general exhibition tickets
