Cedar Michigan Welcomes You to the 42nd Annual Polka Festival, August 22nd -25th, 2024. Click here for 2024 schedule of events
The Cedar Polka Fest is an annual festival celebrating the towns rich Polish history. Lasting 4 days and nights, nearly 10,000 people descend into town for family fun. Join us to eat, drink, and dance the nights away. With live Polka music from the best Polka Bands in America, this festival is a real treat for Polka fans. Food vendors offer Beer, Polish Food, Ribs, Hotdogs, Popcorn and so much more. Kids will enjoy games, while adults will indulge in the unique atmosphere that only Polka can create. The parade takes place on Saturday starting at 1pm, the Scottville Clown Band will be making an appearance on Saturday as well. There will also be a special Catholic mass on Sunday morning, celebrated by the Bishop of the Gaylord Diocese.
This is one of very few Polka Festivals left in the United States. The 42nd annual Cedar Polka Fest kicks off on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024, in Cedar under the big tent. The Polka Festival has become a signature event in Leelanau. The Cedar Polka Festival has grown into one of the largest and best events for Polka music and attracts enthusiasts from near and far. The Cedar Polka Fest first started in 1976.
Once again BATA will offer FREE shuttle service from Traverse City. Buses will leave on the hour starting at 5pm from the Meijer parking (3955 US 31 S Traverse City, MI 49684) Traverse City, MI 49686. Buses will run Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 5pm-12am. The last bus leaves Polka Fest at 11:30pm
Festival Address
3075 East Sullivan Street
Cedar, Michigan 49621
Mailing Address
PO Box 133
Cedar, Michigan 49621