# Event Details - **Event Name**: Founders Day 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the Whole Family to Founders Day! Make lasting memories together at the Sanford Historical Society’s Founders Day Celebration on Saturday, September 12th, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s a full day of together-time, hands-on fun, and sweet small-town magic. 🥞 Start with Breakfast and Smiles Gather the crew for a SHS Pancake Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Plenty to fuel the day’s adventures! 🏰 Fun for Kids All Day Long From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., kids can bounce away in two supervised bounce houses and build something awesome at Home Depot’s Free Kids Workshop. It’s all free and just for them! 🐐 Hands-On History Kids and parents alike can explore spinning, blacksmithing, trains, 50/50 raffle, and more—including free branded wood plaques from artisan Jeff Bowen (while supplies last). It’s a tactile connection to Sanford’s past. 🏆 Games, Digs, & Ducky Adventures At 11:00 a.m., the Children’s Treasure Dig and Bean Bag Toss kick off, sure to spark competitive giggles. Back again this year: the Lucky Ducky Game for kids 12 and under—adorably fun and sure to quack everyone up! 🎉 Parade Time—Let the Laughter Roll! Wave your flags and line the streets for the Founders Day Parade at 12:00 noon, themed “Return of the Lake!” Expect colorful floats, marching bands, and lots of smiles. 🌭 Lunch for Every Appetite Back at the museum grounds, enjoy favorites like: Pulled Pork BBQ, Famous Bean Soup, Sloppy Joes, Hot Dog Kids’ Meals, and Ice Cream. As a special treat in celebration of America’s 250 birthday, there will be FREE Hot Dogs, Lemonade, and Cotton Candy for the kids 14 and under while supplies last! Yum for all ages! 🎶 Music, Marching, Singing and Movement Feel the rhythm with the Meridian High School Marching Band at 1:00 p.m., from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. join in at the Gospel Sing presented by the Lighthouse Body of Christ Church in the Bailey Chapel. Or groove to “Solid Gold’s” live music featuring Mike Thornton from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on the main stage. Don’t forget to hop on the Barrel Train Ride at 1:00—a hit with the little ones! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Reenactments of Early Sanford Settlers At 1:00 and 1:30 p.m. tours featuring reenactments of early Sanford Settlers, Civil War Soldiers, and Others, will take place at the Jerome Township Cemetery. 🦆 The Dam Duck Race—A Feathered Finish! Cheer on your favorite duck at 3:00 p.m. as they paddle toward victory! The winning duck will be announced at the Museum Music Stage. 💖 Celebrate, Connect, and Cherish This isn’t just an event—it’s a chance to laugh, learn, and reconnect as a family. Share stories, discover something new, and build memories that kids will talk about all year. 🔗 Details at sanfordhist.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sanford/founders-day-2026/200030516688043 - **Event Categories**: kids, music, entertainment, sports, workshops, live-music, trips-adventures, dog, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 165 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Sanford - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: 2222 N Smith St, Sanford, MI, United States, Michigan 48657 - **lat**: 43.67581 - **long**: -84.38829 - **full address**: 2222 N Smith St, Sanford, MI, United States, Michigan 48657 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Founders Day 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a9c55cb04986590790d9575c3a2d40e9e0f87bcb7fe2c92343dacf327440357a-rimg-w1200-h900-dc283828-gmir?v=1786686031 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Founders Day 2026 being held? - **A:** Founders Day 2026 takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2222 N Smith St, Sanford, MI, United States, Michigan 48657. - **Q**: Who is organizing Founders Day 2026? - **A:** Founders Day 2026 is organized by Sanford Centennial Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Founders Day 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sanford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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