Clinton Fall Festival 2024 in Midwest

The Clinton Fall Festival takes place every September in the village of Clinton, Michigan. Live music and dance, over 225 craft stalls, lost arts exhibitions, a carnival, children’s events, a car show, a small rodeo, and a parade make this event a classical Midwestern festival for all ages. Every year, it attracts about 50,000 attendees.

Festival Highlights

The major highlight of the festival is the parade that goes through downtown usually on Sunday afternoon. Thousands of spectators line the streets and greet the one-hour-long procession with over 100 floats and units such as marching bands. There also will be a 35th Annual Clinton Fall Festival Car Show on Saturday, September 28.

Attractions

Live music on two stages, delicious treats from food vendors, as well as crafts and merchandise, occupy the village center during the last weekend of September. Children will enjoy carnival rides, a petting zoo, camel rides, a mini-tractor pull, and the inflatables. Local schools prepare many of their activities and displays. There are silent auctions and a used book sale. The Michigan High School Rodeo and a softball tournament take place during the festival.

Music

Visitors can enjoy the Saturday Night Concert at Tate Park with a Bon Jovi tribute band. Start at 7 pm. On the same day, The Soulman, a Blues Brothers Tribute group, will be taking the Clinton Fall Festival main stage at the Clinton Middle School lawn located on Tecumseh St., Clinton, MI. The show is at 2:30 pm. This concert is free for everyone.

Tickets

The Clinton Fall Festival does not charge an entrance fee. However, there may be charges for specific activities like carnival rides or concerts. Admission for the Saturday Night Concert at Tate Park is $5 per person. Additional donations are accepted to the Clinton Fall Festival Scholarship Fund. Kids under five can enter for free. Registration at the Car Show is $20. The entry fee for the Slowpitch Softball Tournaments is $200.

Festival History

Clinton Village is located by the River Raisin in the Irish Hills area of northeastern Lenawee County and dates back to 1838. The festival originated in 1973 to draw visitors and promote local businesses. It has now grown to a three-day event filled with entertainment and fun.