Experience downtown in full bloom at the 2026 Alpena Flower Festival, presented by Alpena Agency & Auto-Owners Insurance! For three days in June, Downtown Alpena brims with beautiful floral displays, interactive floral photo-ops, live music, kids' activities, floral themed vendors, and blooming good energy to kick off the summer season.
2026 Schedule of Events
Thursday, June 4- Petal Pub Crawl
Preview what’s to come while sipping themed cocktails during a lively pub crawl through downtown bars and taprooms starting at 5 pm.
• Check-in with your team in the Center Alley (back entrance to Mango's) between 5-7 pm to get your welcome packet and instructions. Each team member can collect their own cards. Pre-register by June 1st to get team swag: https://forms.gle/Szn8hungR5UQnxPB6
• At each participating stop, pick up a floral card. Buy a drink and swap a card. At the end of the night, leave your cards at any participating stop. Winning hands have a chance to win Downtown Dollars and floral themed prizes: 4 of a kind (2 winners @ $50), full house (2 winners @ $50), or find the mystery flower that will be handed out over the course of the night. We’re not revealing which flower it is, but if you find it, you’ll win an automatic $75 in Downtown Dollars!
Volunteers will be posted up at participating stops from 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM- but the fun continues as long as each spot is open! Floral outfits encouraged. Grab some friends and enjoy a lively night out in Downtown Alpena.
Participating Stops: Presque Isle Farm Cider, HopSide Brewery, Black Sheep Pub, Players Pub & Grub, Old Polish Corner, Latitudes Tavern, and Rusty's Corks & Cocktails.
Friday, June 5- Opening Night Celebration
The festival blooms to life with an energetic evening full of music, vendors, and freshly installed floral displays throughout downtown.
4 - 6 pm: Live music at Water Street Commons from the Alpena Street Performers
Enjoy live music and stroll through the tiny shops on the corner of Water & 2nd Ave! Summer vendors are BluBlends Smoothies & Acai Bowls, Calia's EmPURRium, Mana Wellness, and Sassy Soda Co.
4 - 8 pm: Vendors on 2nd Ave
Stroll down 2nd Ave, check out local shops, and explore a lineup of floral-inspired vendors on the street. Vendors include: Rose Lynn Clay, Twin Flame Bodywork and Massage, Lulu Lily & Company, Priority Health, KendrArt, Dast Fam LLC, Charley's Botanical Blends, So cute Clay Company, The Cozy Batch Company, Byelich Farm Creations, Ribbon's n Wreaths, Lovely Little Lettering Co, Kay's Permanent Jewelry, Bella's Enchanted, Crochet Crafts by Leslie, and Flower Fest participating florists.
5 - 7 pm: Flower Fest Braid Bar & Flower Market on 2nd Ave
Join Hair by Ellie, Falls Creek Produce & Flowers, and Rose Lynn Clay for a braid bar, flower crowns, floral pottery, bouquet and grow your own cut flower garden kits! Located in front of 121 N 2nd Ave.
5 - 7 pm: Live music throughout downtown from the Alpena Street Performers
Enjoy live music at Culligan Plaza, the Chisholm St Pocket Park, and Red Brick Park.
7 - 10 pm: Live Music from Steve Rea & Band on 2nd Ave
Grab a Social District beverage and groove to live music from Steve Rea on the street!
Saturday, June 6- Full Festival Day
Our biggest day is packed with activities for all ages—flowers, fun, and community all day long!
9:30 am: Flower Fest 5K with the Downtown Alpena Run Club & Highpointe Rehab
Run amongst the flowers and festival activities! The race starts on River St. Register today here: Alpena Flower Festival 5K Run and Walk
10 - 6 pm: Vendors on 2nd Ave
Stroll down 2nd Ave, check out local shops, and explore a lineup of floral-inspired vendors on the street. Vendors include: PV House Farmstand, Rose Lynn Clay, Lulu Lily & Company, KendrArt, Dast Fam LLC, Charley's Botanical Blends, Solidago Acres, Tiny Chick Baby Shop, HartsHomegoods, Jewelry by Toni Szostak, Byelich Farm Creations, Ribbons 'N Wreaths, Lovely Little Lettering Co, Kay's Permanent Jewelry, Bella's Enchanted, Crochet Crafts by Leslie, and Flower Fest participating florists.
10 - 12 pm: Flower Fest Sidewalk Chalk Competition with Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union
Join AAACU in front of City Hall (208 N 1st Ave) and add your best chalk art to downtown! Enter in the Youth Division (17 & under) or Adult Division (18+). Free chalk will be provided and prizes awarded in both divisions.
10 - 2 pm: Imagination Playground with United Way in the Pocket Park
Kids can enjoy creative and free-play with the "big blue blocks" provided by the United Way of Northeast Michigan as part of their Imagination Playground. Located in the Chisholm St Pocket Park by the fish mural.
11 - 12 pm: Flower Fest Storytime at Alpena County Library
Join the library for a free storytime and themed craft, where kids will create an air-dry clay flower! Located at 211 N 1st Ave.
11 - 1 pm: Bouquet Bar @ Glik's with Classic Designs by Doreen Thomas CF
Build your own bouquet and get some retail therapy at Glik's! Located at 111 N State St.
11 - 1 pm: Kids 3D Flower Activity @ Thunder Bay Arts
Bring the kids to paint their own 3D flower with Thunder Bay Arts! Located at their back entrance in the alleyway at 127 W Chisholm St.
11 - 4 pm: Flower Fest Festivities at Shear Envy Salon
Join Shear Envy for permanent jewelry (Linked by Ash & Jo) from 11-3 pm, a Brim Babe hat bar (12:30-4 pm), and wood flower bouquets for sale (11-2 pm). Located at 212 N 2nd Ave.
12 - 2 pm: Flower Fest Braid Bar & Flower Market on 2nd Ave
Join Hair by Ellie, Falls Creek Produce & Flowers, and Rose Lynn Clay for a braid bar, flower crowns, floral pottery, bouquet and grow your own cut flower garden kits! Located in front of 121 N 2nd Ave.
1 - 2:30 pm: Festive Flower Pots with Art in the Loft
Create a funky flower pot with Mariah Brancheau of Lovely Little Lettering Co! Pre-registration recommended; walk-ins accommodated as supplies last. Located in the Pocket Park; or at Art in the Loft in case of inclement weather. $40. More info here.
1- 3 pm: Kids Workshop with Suncatchers
Kids under 14 can create a glass flower with bright glass pebbles with Suncatchers! $5 fee to cover supplies. Located at 106 N 2nd Ave.
10 - 10 pm: Live music from Thunder Bay Folk Society on 2nd Ave
The street comes alive with live music all day on 2nd Ave as part of the Folk Society's Spring Fling Fundraiser.
10 am: Steph & Skoob's Sing-a-Long
11 am: The Night Jars
12 pm: Saf N' Dan
1 pm: Kyle Fisher
3 pm: The NeckBenders
4:30 pm: Mercier
6 pm: Los SOBs
8 pm: Tex BelAires
Sunday, June 7- Festival Wraps Up
Close out the festival with our more relaxed Sunday festival day with mimosa bars, music, and more.
11 - 4 pm: Vendors in Center Alley
Grab a bouquet from Classic Designs by Doreen Thomas CF and Flower Fest swag from Lovely Little Lettering Co, set up in the alleyway.
11- 4 pm: Brunch & Blooms
Stroll through the installations one more time and enjoy breakfast and drink specials at downtown bars and restaurants. Ask for your drink in a Social District cup to enjoy while you stroll downtown!
2 - 3:30 pm: Gouche Garden Markers with Art in the Loft
Create floral garden markers with Mariah Brancheau of Lovely Little Lettering Co! Pre-registration recommended; walk-ins accommodated as supplies last. Located in the Pocket Park; or at Art in the Loft in case of inclement weather. $40. More info here.
While you're downtown, make sure to visit these local shops open on Sunday: Glik's, Parallel 45 Books & Gifts, Traveling Ladders, Local Basket Case, and vendors at the Water Street Commons (11-4 pm).
Preview what’s to come while sipping themed cocktails during a lively pub crawl through downtown bars and taprooms starting at 5 pm.
• Check-in with your team in the Center Alley (back entrance to Mango's) between 5-7 pm to get your welcome packet and instructions. Each team member can collect their own cards. Pre-register by June 1st to get team swag: https://forms.gle/Szn8hungR5UQnxPB6
• At each participating stop, pick up a floral card. Buy a drink and swap a card. At the end of the night, leave your cards at any participating stop. Winning hands have a chance to win Downtown Dollars and floral themed prizes: 4 of a kind (2 winners @ $50), full house (2 winners @ $50), or find the mystery flower that will be handed out over the course of the night. We’re not revealing which flower it is, but if you find it, you’ll win an automatic $75 in Downtown Dollars!
Volunteers will be posted up at participating stops from 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM- but the fun continues as long as each spot is open! Floral outfits encouraged. Grab some friends and enjoy a lively night out in Downtown Alpena.
Participating Stops: Presque Isle Farm Cider, HopSide Brewery, Black Sheep Pub, Players Pub & Grub, Old Polish Corner, Latitudes Tavern, and Rusty's Corks & Cocktails.
Friday, June 5- Opening Night Celebration
The festival blooms to life with an energetic evening full of music, vendors, and freshly installed floral displays throughout downtown.
4 - 6 pm: Live music at Water Street Commons from the Alpena Street Performers
Enjoy live music and stroll through the tiny shops on the corner of Water & 2nd Ave! Summer vendors are BluBlends Smoothies & Acai Bowls, Calia's EmPURRium, Mana Wellness, and Sassy Soda Co.
4 - 8 pm: Vendors on 2nd Ave
Stroll down 2nd Ave, check out local shops, and explore a lineup of floral-inspired vendors on the street. Vendors include: Rose Lynn Clay, Twin Flame Bodywork and Massage, Lulu Lily & Company, Priority Health, KendrArt, Dast Fam LLC, Charley's Botanical Blends, So cute Clay Company, The Cozy Batch Company, Byelich Farm Creations, Ribbon's n Wreaths, Lovely Little Lettering Co, Kay's Permanent Jewelry, Bella's Enchanted, Crochet Crafts by Leslie, and Flower Fest participating florists.
5 - 7 pm: Flower Fest Braid Bar & Flower Market on 2nd Ave
Join Hair by Ellie, Falls Creek Produce & Flowers, and Rose Lynn Clay for a braid bar, flower crowns, floral pottery, bouquet and grow your own cut flower garden kits! Located in front of 121 N 2nd Ave.
5 - 7 pm: Live music throughout downtown from the Alpena Street Performers
Enjoy live music at Culligan Plaza, the Chisholm St Pocket Park, and Red Brick Park.
7 - 10 pm: Live Music from Steve Rea & Band on 2nd Ave
Grab a Social District beverage and groove to live music from Steve Rea on the street!
Saturday, June 6- Full Festival Day
Our biggest day is packed with activities for all ages—flowers, fun, and community all day long!
9:30 am: Flower Fest 5K with the Downtown Alpena Run Club & Highpointe Rehab
Run amongst the flowers and festival activities! The race starts on River St. Register today here: Alpena Flower Festival 5K Run and Walk
10 - 6 pm: Vendors on 2nd Ave
Stroll down 2nd Ave, check out local shops, and explore a lineup of floral-inspired vendors on the street. Vendors include: PV House Farmstand, Rose Lynn Clay, Lulu Lily & Company, KendrArt, Dast Fam LLC, Charley's Botanical Blends, Solidago Acres, Tiny Chick Baby Shop, HartsHomegoods, Jewelry by Toni Szostak, Byelich Farm Creations, Ribbons 'N Wreaths, Lovely Little Lettering Co, Kay's Permanent Jewelry, Bella's Enchanted, Crochet Crafts by Leslie, and Flower Fest participating florists.
10 - 12 pm: Flower Fest Sidewalk Chalk Competition with Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union
Join AAACU in front of City Hall (208 N 1st Ave) and add your best chalk art to downtown! Enter in the Youth Division (17 & under) or Adult Division (18+). Free chalk will be provided and prizes awarded in both divisions.
10 - 2 pm: Imagination Playground with United Way in the Pocket Park
Kids can enjoy creative and free-play with the "big blue blocks" provided by the United Way of Northeast Michigan as part of their Imagination Playground. Located in the Chisholm St Pocket Park by the fish mural.
11 - 12 pm: Flower Fest Storytime at Alpena County Library
Join the library for a free storytime and themed craft, where kids will create an air-dry clay flower! Located at 211 N 1st Ave.
11 - 1 pm: Bouquet Bar @ Glik's with Classic Designs by Doreen Thomas CF
Build your own bouquet and get some retail therapy at Glik's! Located at 111 N State St.
11 - 1 pm: Kids 3D Flower Activity @ Thunder Bay Arts
Bring the kids to paint their own 3D flower with Thunder Bay Arts! Located at their back entrance in the alleyway at 127 W Chisholm St.
11 - 4 pm: Flower Fest Festivities at Shear Envy Salon
Join Shear Envy for permanent jewelry (Linked by Ash & Jo) from 11-3 pm, a Brim Babe hat bar (12:30-4 pm), and wood flower bouquets for sale (11-2 pm). Located at 212 N 2nd Ave.
12 - 2 pm: Flower Fest Braid Bar & Flower Market on 2nd Ave
Join Hair by Ellie, Falls Creek Produce & Flowers, and Rose Lynn Clay for a braid bar, flower crowns, floral pottery, bouquet and grow your own cut flower garden kits! Located in front of 121 N 2nd Ave.
1 - 2:30 pm: Festive Flower Pots with Art in the Loft
Create a funky flower pot with Mariah Brancheau of Lovely Little Lettering Co! Pre-registration recommended; walk-ins accommodated as supplies last. Located in the Pocket Park; or at Art in the Loft in case of inclement weather. $40. More info here.
1- 3 pm: Kids Workshop with Suncatchers
Kids under 14 can create a glass flower with bright glass pebbles with Suncatchers! $5 fee to cover supplies. Located at 106 N 2nd Ave.
10 - 10 pm: Live music from Thunder Bay Folk Society on 2nd Ave
The street comes alive with live music all day on 2nd Ave as part of the Folk Society's Spring Fling Fundraiser.
10 am: Steph & Skoob's Sing-a-Long
11 am: The Night Jars
12 pm: Saf N' Dan
1 pm: Kyle Fisher
3 pm: The NeckBenders
4:30 pm: Mercier
6 pm: Los SOBs
8 pm: Tex BelAires
Sunday, June 7- Festival Wraps Up
Close out the festival with our more relaxed Sunday festival day with mimosa bars, music, and more.
11 - 4 pm: Vendors in Center Alley
Grab a bouquet from Classic Designs by Doreen Thomas CF and Flower Fest swag from Lovely Little Lettering Co, set up in the alleyway.
11- 4 pm: Brunch & Blooms
Stroll through the installations one more time and enjoy breakfast and drink specials at downtown bars and restaurants. Ask for your drink in a Social District cup to enjoy while you stroll downtown!
- Black Sheep Pub- $1 off bloody marys, brunch and full menu available
- PIF Cider- Cider mimosa bar with cider made from the orchards of Northern Michigan
- Cabin Creek Coffee- Specialty summer coffee drinks, breakfast wraps, specialty toasts, sweets and lunch menu
- Blu Blends- Fresh smoothies and acai bowls made with real fruit and no fillers at the Water Street Commons
- JJ's Steak & Pizza House- Breakfast menu from 7am-11am, then full lunch menu afterwards
- HopSide Brewery- Full lunch menu, plus beer, seltzers, and spirits crafted right in Downtown Alpena
- Players Pub & Grub- Full lunch menu, plus a full menu of beer, wine, and cocktails to start your Sunday
- Mango's Tequila Bar- Full lunch menu, plus margaritas and full bar
- Rusty's Corks & Cocktails- Bloody Mary bar, mimosa flights, plus brunch charcuterie
2 - 3:30 pm: Gouche Garden Markers with Art in the Loft
Create floral garden markers with Mariah Brancheau of Lovely Little Lettering Co! Pre-registration recommended; walk-ins accommodated as supplies last. Located in the Pocket Park; or at Art in the Loft in case of inclement weather. $40. More info here.
While you're downtown, make sure to visit these local shops open on Sunday: Glik's, Parallel 45 Books & Gifts, Traveling Ladders, Local Basket Case, and vendors at the Water Street Commons (11-4 pm).
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live music
groove to live music outdoors throughout the festival -
installations
view over 35 creative floral installations throughout the downtown -
blooms
take home fresh blooms at bouquet bars & flower trucks -
live painting
enjoy local artists painting live throughout the festival -
kids activities
free kids crafts & activities for the family
Don't just take our word for it. Here's what attendees had to say about the festival:
Everyone involved did an exceptional job, and I thank you so much. It was truly amazing, with an incredible amount of activities offered.
As someone who loves flowers! I just love that we have a festival that celebrates that! It’s just nice seeing down town lively! And in good spirits!!❤️ Thankyou for all that you do!🤗 Can’t wait for next year!
I see how much it grew from last year and can see your vision of potential for future years to come. This could be a very unique experience for Alpena to hold on to I hope it continues for years to come. Thank you!!
The pride I felt in what our town has become! The flowers were gorgeous- I particularly loved Falls Creek! The shops are lovely and the food choices just keep getting better! I love our town❤️
The hard work that downtown has put in this year! Seeing what the DDA and the downtown business work together to create something beautiful with flowers will always be something special in my heart. I love seeing alpena alive and well!
The creativity blew me away, and the proliferation of flowers is a great way to welcome summer!
As someone who loves flowers! I just love that we have a festival that celebrates that! It’s just nice seeing down town lively! And in good spirits!!❤️ Thankyou for all that you do!🤗 Can’t wait for next year!
I see how much it grew from last year and can see your vision of potential for future years to come. This could be a very unique experience for Alpena to hold on to I hope it continues for years to come. Thank you!!
The pride I felt in what our town has become! The flowers were gorgeous- I particularly loved Falls Creek! The shops are lovely and the food choices just keep getting better! I love our town❤️
The hard work that downtown has put in this year! Seeing what the DDA and the downtown business work together to create something beautiful with flowers will always be something special in my heart. I love seeing alpena alive and well!
The creativity blew me away, and the proliferation of flowers is a great way to welcome summer!
Attend the Festival
Step into a world of floral enchantment at the Alpena Flower Festival 🌸✨ Whether you're attending from 10 minutes or 10 hours away, we would love to have you join us in Downtown Alpena. Learn more about what to expect while attending the festival below.
Where is the Flower Festival?
The festival takes place throughout Downtown Alpena, located in beautiful Northeast Michigan. Stunning floral displays, interactive photo-ops, and activities will be spread throughout the downtown district. We encourage you to walk or bike throughout the downtown to enjoy the festival in its full splendor!
Is the festival family friendly?
Absolutely! We welcome people of all ages to enjoy the festival. We will be sharing a full schedule of activities soon.
What is admission for the festival?
Admission is free. All floral installations on display and free to enjoy. All events and music are free unless otherwise noted.
I am traveling to attend the festival. Where should I stay?
There is a Holiday Inn Express in the heart of our downtown and within walking distance to all the festivities. Book your stay here. There are also a variety of AirBnB's and VRBO's that are within the downtown district and make a fabulous landing pad for your trip to downtown.
Where is the Flower Festival?
The festival takes place throughout Downtown Alpena, located in beautiful Northeast Michigan. Stunning floral displays, interactive photo-ops, and activities will be spread throughout the downtown district. We encourage you to walk or bike throughout the downtown to enjoy the festival in its full splendor!
Is the festival family friendly?
Absolutely! We welcome people of all ages to enjoy the festival. We will be sharing a full schedule of activities soon.
What is admission for the festival?
Admission is free. All floral installations on display and free to enjoy. All events and music are free unless otherwise noted.
I am traveling to attend the festival. Where should I stay?
There is a Holiday Inn Express in the heart of our downtown and within walking distance to all the festivities. Book your stay here. There are also a variety of AirBnB's and VRBO's that are within the downtown district and make a fabulous landing pad for your trip to downtown.
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