# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate Highland’s Pickle-Powered Past at the 2026 Founders' Day Parade & Festival!

Presented by the Highland Downtown Development Authority

Get ready to relish a full day of fun as we honor Historic Downtown Highland’s colorful past—this year with a tasty twist: Highland’s Pickle History! From pickle-themed activities to our exciting new addition, the Relish Run/Walk 5K, it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss.

The festivities begin at 10 AM with our lively Founders’ Day Parade. Cheer on youth baseball teams, community groups, and local organizations as they march down Livingston Road from the Highland Nazarene Church to John Street—bringing energy, pride, and plenty of community cheer.

After the parade, the festival bursts to life with activities for all ages. Kids can dive into the magic of our expanded Kids Zone featuring bounce houses, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Explore handcrafted goods from local artisans, indulge in delicious food truck favorites, hop aboard the mini-train, or add a splash of color with whimsical face painting.

And throughout the day, keep an eye out for pickle-themed events and surprises celebrating Highland’s unique pickle history!
Join us for a day filled with fun, flavor, and hometown pride as we celebrate Founders' Day in true Highland style.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highland/founders-day-parade-and-festival-celebrating-highlands-pickle-history/200029784547425
- **Event Categories**: festivals, parades, kids, food-drinks, art, fine-arts, marathons, food-truck-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 168

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Highland
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 205 W Livingston Rd, Highland, MI, United States, Michigan 48357
- **lat**: 42.63753
- **long**: -83.61951
- **full address**: 205 W Livingston Rd, Highland, MI, United States, Michigan 48357

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History being held?
  - **A:** Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 205 W Livingston Rd, Highland, MI, United States, Michigan 48357.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History?
  - **A:** Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History is organized by Highland Downtown Development Authority.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Highland Downtown Development Authority's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Highland Downtown Development Authority a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Highland Downtown Development Authority has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Founders' Day Parade and Festival-Celebrating Highland's Pickle History is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Highland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 160+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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