July 3 through July 7th, 2024, it's the Manisteee National Forest Fesitival, the signature event of the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. Hosted every year over the 4th of July/Independence Day Holiday, the Manistee National Forest Festival is a Manistee County tradition stretching back over 80 years. Events include Giant Sequoia 75th Birthday, Anderson Midway Carnival, Live Music, Petting Zoo, Manistee Firecracker 5K Run/Walk & 1K Fun Run, Independence Day Parade, 338th Army Band Country & Rock Concert, FIREWORKS, and much much more!
Click HERE for our 2024 event schedule. Most events take place at First Street Beach / Douglas Park, but not all. Please note, our FANTASTIC FIREWORKS DISPLAY will take place at First Street Beach / Douglas park.
Drawing thousands of tourists to the area along with many residents returning with ties to the community, this festival embodies the idea of “Community” that so many love about this area. Each year, the Forest Festival highlights events such as the Festival Marketplace, Carnival, Fireworks over Lake Michigan, and much more!
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