Farmington Founders Festival

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Farmington Founders Festival – A Tradition Reimagined for 2026 The Farmington Founders Festival is one of the community’s most cherished traditions, bringing residents, families, and visitors together for a weekend full of celebration, entertainment, and hometown pride. Beginning in 1964, the festival has grown into a signature summer gathering that highlights the best of Farmington — its small-town charm, vibrant downtown, and strong community spirit. In 2026, the festival enters an exciting new chapter under the management of JAG Entertainment. While honoring the traditions that families have loved for decades, the festival team is working closely with City officials, downtown businesses, and community organizations to introduce fresh ideas and expanded programming. Guests can expect returning favorites such as the parade, crafters, food trucks, the beer tent, children’s activities, bingo, live music, and the annual run — along with new experiences designed to create an even more engaging, family-friendly atmosphere throughout downtown. The goal of the 2026 Farmington Founders Festival is simple: Celebrate what makes Farmington special while creating meaningful opportunities for connection, enjoyment, and community involvement. Whether you're coming for the food, the music, the shopping, or the shared moments with friends and neighbors, the Farmington Founders Festival is the perfect place to kick off summer in Farmington.

Dates

Jul 16, 2026 · 5:00 PM - Jul 18, 2026 · 11:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Michigan, United States

33113 Grand River Ave, Farmington, Michigan 48336-3121, United States

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

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Artisan and Craft Vendor

Deadline: Jul 15, 2026

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Artisan & Craft Market
The Farmington Founders Festival Artisan & Craft Market celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community. This curated market features talented local and regional artists, makers, and craftspeople offering unique, high-quality, and handmade goods in the heart of downtown Farmington.

Vendors are selected to create a diverse and engaging shopping experience for festival guests. The market is designed to highlight originality, artistic skill, and products that are thoughtfully made or designed by the vendor.

2026 Vendor Hours:
Thursday July 16th, 5:00pm-8:00pm (optional)
Friday July 17th, 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday July 18th, 10:00am-8:00pm

Food Vendor and Food Truck

Deadline: Jun 01, 2026

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The Farmington Founders Festival welcomes a diverse mix of high-quality food vendors offering fresh, flavorful, and creative menu options that enhance the overall festival experience.

Food vendors play a key role in the festival, serving thousands of attendees throughout the weekend as they enjoy live entertainment, family activities, and community programming. We are seeking vendors who can operate efficiently in a high-traffic outdoor environment and provide excellent customer service.

Non-Profit Organizations

Deadline: Sep 01, 2026

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The Farmington Founders Festival proudly partners with local nonprofit organizations to showcase the important work they do in our community. Approved nonprofits may use their space to share information, engage with attendees, and fundraise. This is a great opportunity to raise awareness, connect with residents, and be part of one of Farmington’s signature community events.

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