100th National Cherry Festival 2026

100 Years of Cherries, Cheers & Celebration! Join us for the milestone 100th National Cherry Festival in the Cherry Capital of the World. This beloved annual event features over 150 events and activities, with 85% being free to attend! Highlights include concerts on the Pepsi Bayside Music Stage, the Meijer Festival of Races (5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon), spectacular air shows, great parades, cherry pie eating contests, pet shows, and endless free family fun. The 2026 lineup includes Justin Moore with special guest Easton Corbin on Friday, July 10. Experience a week of cherries, music, races, and community celebration on the beautiful shores of Grand Traverse Bay.

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