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Fall into Fall Festival Fun in Southwest Michigan
Autumn in Kalamazoo is jam-packed with delicious donuts, perfect pumpkins, corn mazes, and other fun fall activities.
And while partaking in these seasonal traditions individually is a blast, local organizations often combine many into one mega festival for local families to enjoy.
Whether termed “harvest festivals” or “fall festivals,” they all bring fantastic family fun, often accompanied by great food, music, and hayrides.
In this article
Kalamazoo Area Fall Festivals
We’ve rounded up all the festivals offered in Southwest Michigan this fall.
Keep this one bookmarked and check back often! We will continue to update the list as new events are announced.
Looking to celebrate outside of SWMI? Try this list of Grand Rapids fall festivals.
Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival: Sep 11-13, 2026
While ” wine ” may be in the name, this festival is family-friendly, with events for all ages.
Visit the annual Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival in early September.
Portage Fall Fest: Sep 19, 2026
Travel back in time in Celery Flats with Portage’s Fall Festival in September.
Vicksburg Harvest Fest: Sep 27, 2026
Harvest Fest always takes place on the final Sunday in September.
This festival is a fundraiser to support the preservation efforts of the Vicksburg Historical Society, but admission and parking are both free.
Fennville Goose Festival: Oct 8-11, 2026
Enjoy the annual Goose Festival the second weekend in October in Fennville.
All 2026 SWMI Fall Festivals
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