2024 Michigan Asparagus Festivals - Top 3 Springtime Fests in Hart, Empire and Grand Rapids MI
Article: 2024 Michigan Asparagus Festivals - Top 3 Springtime Fests in Hart, Empire and Grand Rapids MI
Springtime in Michigan kicks off three fun Michigan Asparagus Festivals located in Hart Michigan, Empire Michigan, and Grand Rapids Michigan during the months of May and June each year. Chris and I love attending these events as it really brightens our mood, gets us outside and moving! I mean who doesn't love a great spring festival featuring yummy asparagus!
Per MichiganAsparagus.org, "Michigan produces roughly 20 million pounds of Michigan Asparagus annually." That's a BIG reason to celebrate!
When To Go To Michigan Asparagus Festivals
Our mitten state has three fun and quirky festivals held during the months of May and June each year.
Top 3 Michigan Asparagus Festivals!
1. 2024 National Asparagus Festival in Hart Michigan (Oceana County)
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Did you know Michigan has a National Asparagus Festival?
When: June 8, 2024
Where: Downtown Hart, Michigan. 16 S State St, Hart, MI
Per the Hart Asparagus Festival committee, this fun springtime fest is the "longest running asparagus festival in the country."
Fun events include:
- National Asparagus Parade
- Arts and Craft Show
- Asparagus Queen and Royal Pageant
- Spear It 5k
- Farm Tour
- Kids Zone and much more!
The National Asparagus Festival Schedule is jam-packed this June!
The very first Mrs. Asparagus began in 1975 and was awarded to Maxine Huggard!
Oceana County is considered the "The Asparagus Capital of the Nation", as the county is one of the leading regions for growing asparagus in the United States!
Expert Tip: If you are running the Spear It 5k: 7:30 AM registration opens at the Silver Lake Chicken Shack. Event begins at 9:00 a.m.
More Fun June Michigan Events and Things To Do This Spring!
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2. 2024 Empire Asparagus Festival
Empire Asparagus Festival -- Great eats, music and entertainment this perfect for the whole family!
When: June 1, 2024, Noon to 6:00 pm
Check the Empire Facebook Page for more details! You can also volunteer!
3. 2024 Asparagus Fest in Grand Rapids
Asparagus Fest 🌱 May 17, 2024
Live Music 6-9pm w/ Maze & Clauser
Asparagus Fest 🌱May 18, 2024
Live Music 1-4pm w/ Patrick Ryan
Where: Ed Dunneback and Girls Fruit Farm, 3025 6 Mile Road, Grand Rapids, MI.
Enjoy food specials, live music and fun! Plus, U-Pick asparagus is available all weekend: Friday, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Saturday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
What we like about it
What's not to love about asparagus festivals? There's parades, competitions, outdoor events and live music!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answer: The Asparagus Festival is located at Downtown Hart, 16 S. State Street, Hart, MI 49420
Answer: Oceana County, Michigan
Answer: Asparagus is generally in season during the months of May and June, depending on the weather.