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Farmington Founders Festival will host its annual festival the 3rd weekend in July in Downtown Farmington.

07/17/2025

Everyone is getting ready for Farmington Founders Festival!!

Beer Tent and Food Court are open Thursday 5pm -11pm.

07/17/2025

The Farmington Founders Festival Beer Tent and Food Court is OPEN!

07/17/2025

The Farmington Founders Festival presented by Meijer returns for its 61st year of family fun this July 17-19, bringing live music, local food, and activities to Downtown Farmington. Festivities kick off with a soft open for the beer tent and food court starting at 5pm on Thursday, July 17. What started as a small community gathering in 1964 has become one of the area's most anticipated summer events.

This year's festival introduces several new attractions while keeping the traditions that have made it a local favorite for over six decades.

What's New This Year!

Farmington Talent Showcase debuts Saturday, July 19, from noon to 2 PM on the Main Stage. Local performers including singers and bands can compete for recognition in this first-time event.
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile makes its festival debut Friday from noon to 7 PM in the Kids Zone. The iconic vehicle will be available for photos and tours. Who wants an official Oscar Mayer Wienermobile whistle???

BINGO Night hosted by the Farmington Area PTA Council runs Saturday from 2-5 PM in the Beer Tent, with proceeds supporting our local schools.

Co****le Tournament by MI Chaos Co****le starts Saturday at noon in the Beer Tent area, featuring both competitive and recreational divisions with cash prizes.

Lure Coursing by Zenos Dog Run LLC adds another layer of fun to the Fido Fest activities, with the course open Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM in Riley Park.

07/17/2025

TONIGHT!!!!

Power Play Detroit and Cheyenne Goff at the BEER TENT!!!!

Food Court is open from 5pm - 10pm.

As a reminder; tonight is BEER TENT AND FOOD COURT ONLY! The rest of the festival kicks off on Friday at 10am.

Gates open at 5pm. Must be 21+ to Must be 21+ with valid ID to enter.
Cash only for cover. ATM on-site
NO outside chairs, coolers or alcohol permitted.

07/15/2025

Farmington Fido Fest is taking place in Riley Park during the Farmington Founders Festival.

07/14/2025

CVS and State Farm present the Farmington Founders Festival Kids Zone. The kids zone is located in the CVS parking lot off Farmington Road.

All the traditional fun is coming back including bouncers, stage shows, foam party, MichLug Lego Exhibit and Gelly Ball!

NEW this year! Oscar Mayer Wienermoblie will be on site Friday only! (12pm - 7pm) The Farmington Baseball pitching and batting cage!

Hours: Friday 10am –7pm. Saturday 11am – 7pm.
**Some activities require a fee

07/14/2025

There is still time to Pre-Register for the LOC Credit Union 5K Color Run 2025 will take place on Saturday, July 19, 2025 during the Farmington Founders Festival. This 5k chip-timed fun run will give participants the opportunity to run through scenic Shiawassee Park and beautiful Downtown Farmington.

SIGN UP NOW: https://foundersfestival.com/color-run-registration

This race has something for everyone. If you are a competitive runner this will be an accurate 5k. There will be age group medals for awards along with medals for the Overall Male and Female winner and Overall Male and Female Masters.
Positioned within the race route will be four color stations. If you wish to forego the color there will be enough room to breeze straight past them. The entry fee includes a t-shirt if signed up by June 18, 2025. For those signing up after June 18, 2025 we cannot guarantee runner shirts, at that point they will be on a first come basis until they run out.

If you want to challenge yourself to run or walk a 5k but also have some fun (and COLOR!) along the way then this race is for you! Participants will receive a finisher's medal and there will be refreshments waiting for you at the end.

Packet pick up is race day only at Shiawassee Park starting at 7:30 am with the run beginning at 9:00 am.
Price $30 // $35 the day of the run.

07/11/2025

Farmington Fido Fest taking place in Riley Park in Downtown Farmington during the Farmington Founders Festival ! You can sign up you pup to compete in the Ultimate Air Dogs competition in advance at www.ultimateairdogs.com

07/10/2025

Farmington Founders Festival Kids Stage

07/10/2025

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be joining us at Farmington Founders Festival on Friday, July 18 as part of the Touch-A-Truck/Kids Zone from 12pm - 7pm and will be in the parade on Saturday, July 19.

07/09/2025

Farmington Founders Festival Music Stage in Downtown Farmington!

03/03/2025

⭐️2025 Farmington Founders Festival Parade⭐️

July 19, 2025 - Downtown Farmington
Theme: MOVIE MADNESS🎬🎭🎥

NOW ACCEPTING applications to participate in the annual Farmington Founders Festival Parade -AND- nominations to become the Parade Grand Marshal.

Both applications can be found at: www.foundersfestival.com

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Thursday	5pm - 11pm
Friday	10am - 11pm
Saturday	10am - 11pm

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The annual Greater Farmington Founders Festival presented by Meijer returns this year for its 55th celebration of summer with many new attractions including a major expansion into the city’s Shiawassee Park. A soft opening for the Beer Tent starts at 5 p.m. Thursday July 18, while the full festival runs from July 19 through 21. The festival will be bringing back some traditional events like the parade up Grand River Avenue, the Bingo Tent, Beer Tent, and live music. Several new features including fireworks Saturday night, a children’s carnival, and a pig roast.

Along with the transition to Shiawassee Park come all-new parking locations. Plenty of parking will be available at Farmington High School, next to Our Lady of Sorrows church, behind the Maxfield Training Center, and other lots around town. A courtesy shuttle provided by American House Senior Living Communities and Omega Benefit Strategies will operate around the festival grounds for handicapped and elderly visitors.

A stretch of Shiawassee Road will be closed to through-traffic between Farmington Road and south-bound Power Road.

Here’s a brief look at what festival-goers can expect.

Farmington Fido Fest

One of last year’s most popular attractions, the Farmington Fido Fest will include performances from the Ultimate Air Dogs, Rock n’ Roll K9’s, Disc Dogs of Michigan, and Lucky Lure Coursing. Dogs and their owners can check out the newest doggy wear or participate in one of the many contests throughout the weekend. Make sure to visit Rescue Row where you might find the next addition to your family.

Hours: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 12 noon - 5p.m.

Family Fun Zone presented by Community Choice Credit Union

This year’s Family Fun Zone features a carnival with games, rides, and inflatables for children 12 year-old and younger. The Community Choice Credit Union Cash Tornado will be on-site Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Step in to win cash and prizes. Children can meet with princesses, super heroes, and characters from Frozen.

Hours: Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sunday 12 noon – 5:00 p.m.

Beer Tent & Live Music Stage sponsored by Tito's Handmade Vodka, Jim Beam and Bud Light

The main stage, which is located next to the beer tent and food court will feature live music all weekend long. Headlining the stage, Thursday - Atomic Radio; Friday - Fifty Amp Fuse; Saturday - Killer Flamingos.

Hours: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Pig Roast hosted by Ideal Bite Community Kitchen

A new twist on an old tradition, the Farmington Founders Festival Pig Roast will be easy to find. Just follow your nose.

Hours: Friday and Saturday during festival hours.

Bingo Tent hosted by Farmington Public Schools PTA Council

Among the relocated attractions at Shiawassee Park is the very popular Bingo Tent. With proceeds going to the PTA, this worthwhile, fund-raising activity has long been a visitor favorite. Hours: Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

LOC Federal Credit Union 5k Color Run

This 5k fun run will give participants the opportunity to run or walk through Shiawassee Park and Downtown Farmington along the parade route. Medals presented to age-group winners. Four color stations throughout the race add a special experience. The race will be chip-timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Registration:https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Farmington/FarmingtonFoundersFestival4MileRun Race begins: Saturday 9:00 a.m. Volunteers to guide participants around the course can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0945abaf2fa31-locfederal .

DTE Energy Foundation Fireworks!

Back by popular demand, the festival will host a fireworks display. Guests are invited to watch the fireworks from inside Shiawassee Park. Watch for short-term road closings during the show.

Hours: 9:30 p.m. Saturday weather permitting

Hot Air Balloon Glow presented by Bosch Foundation

Great for families. Balloon crews will inflate hot-air balloons, and pilots will talk to kids about how heated air molecules inflate the balloons and make them rise.

Hours: Friday at dusk. Weather permitting.

Food Court

A variety of food trucks will offer up everything from Elephant Ears to unique eats.

Hours: Thursday - Sunday during festival hours.

Touch a Truck

Kids can explore big trucks, street sweepers and emergency vehicles on Shiawassee Road next to the park.

Hours: Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Vintage & Crafter Market Place

Creative and talented crafters will display shabby chic designs, vintage decor, up-cycled and rustic creations. Here, visitors will find that perfect one-of-a-kind piece of furniture, handcrafted jewelry, handmade consumables, or something whimsical for your garden.

Hours: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 12 noon - 5p.m.

Farmington Founders Festival Parade presented by Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills

This year’s Animated Adventures Parade offers up a magical experience. Whether you love the classics like Pinocchio or Sleeping Beauty, or are more of a Monster’s Inc., or Pirates of the Caribbean fan, this one’s for everyone.

Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m.

A Word About Our Sponsors

Farmington Founders Festival Presented by Meijer is produced by the Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce and 360 Event Productions. The festival could not be made possible without the support from our sponsors including Meijer, Beaumont Hospital Farmington Hills, Bosch, Community Choice Credit Union, DTE Energy Foundation, LOC Federal Credit Union, LaFontaine Subaru, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Jim Beam, West Side Beer, Sellers GMC, Thornton & Grooms and Faygo.

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