Frankenmuth Bavarian Festival
Overview
Visitors to the Bavarian Festival are invited to celebrate German heritage through Bavarian music played by authentically dressed German bands, watch two parades, enjoy the local schuhplattler dancers Da Frankenmuda Fratz'n, and dance along to music. Venues sell many varieties of German foods and desserts, along with imported and domestic beer.
Thursday kicks off the festival with the maibaum raising ceremony, maibaum dancers, Bavarian Festival princess announcement, opening ceremonies, and keg tapping in the main tent.
Friday features the street party, where there will be a variety of vendors and family activities, and live bands.
The fun continues Saturday with the cornhole tournament, Kindertag Parade, Duck Race, and more live bands.
The Bavarian Festival concludes on Sunday with the parade starting at 1:00pm.