Apple BBQ Festival 2026

About the event

Enjoy two full days of live music, a beer and wine tent, food trucks, a craft show with more than 140 vendors, a classic car show, a 5K run, axe throwing, kids’ activities, and much more. Families can look forward to pony rides, face painting, and a petting zoo. Food lovers won’t want to miss the mouthwatering BBQ, freshly baked pies, and locally grown apples

Dates

Sep 11, 2026 · 2:00 PM - Sep 12, 2026 · 8:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Michigan, United States

8711 W Silver Lake Rd, Mears, Michigan 49436-9653, United States

Directions

Parking instructions

We encourage attendees to carpool when possible and park at 8144 West Hazel Road, Mears, MI 49436. A limited number of handicap-accessible parking spaces will be available at this location, as well as additional handicap parking in the back of the festival grounds. A free shuttle will run continuously between the parking lot and the festival for your convenience. To access the rear lot, please enter through the Craig’s Cruisers parking lot entrance, where a parking attendant will direct you to the designated area. Spaces are limited, so early arrival is recommended.

Health & safety

Pets are not permitted on festival grounds in accordance with Department of Public Health regulations. The only exception is for registered therapy dogs. Please make arrangements to leave pets at home or remain with them outside the event area.

Event highlights

New for 2026! TDP Entertainment!

Kick off the weekend in style! Friday night is our Neon Night Party! Think glowing lights, vibrant vibes, and non-stop fun. And the music doesn’t stop there… enjoy amazing tunes all weekend long!

Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

3 active applications

Arts & Craft Show Application

Deadline: Sep 04, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in being a featured craft vendor at the Apple BBQ Festival. This one-day craft show features over 150 vendors lining the street in front of the Apple BBQ Festival where food, music, and family activities take place Friday - Saturday, September 11th & 12th, where the Craft Show will take place on Saturday.

Non-Profit Booth

Deadline: Sep 07, 2026

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Welcome to the Apple & BBQ Festival an event that draws more than 30,000 visitors! We are pleased to offer a limited number of booth spaces for local non‑profit organizations. These booths will be featured on Saturday only, during the craft show.

Once you submit your application, we will review your information and notify you if your organization is selected to participate. There is no charge for qualified non‑profits and booth placement will be assigned by the festival team.

Festival Sponsor Exhibitor Booths

Deadline: Sep 07, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in purchasing a sponsor exhibitor booth at the Apple BBQ Festival, attended by over 30,000 visitors annually. Sponsors booths exhibition is for Saturday only, during the craft show.

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