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Alpenfest in Gaylord ME - Ferris Wheel, Two Women in Dirndls (a traditional Alpine feminine garment consisting of a tight-fitting bodice, full skirt, blouse, and apron, commonly worn in Switzerland.)

Alpenfest

Date:

Tuesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 18, 2026

Location:

Downtown Gaylord

Phone:

989-732-6333

Alpine Tradition Meets Northern Michigan at the 61st Annual Gaylord Alpenfest.

Don your dirndl and lederhosen and join us in the Alpine Village July 14-18 for a Swiss celebration like no other! Once again, you’ll find the streets filled with unique activities, an artist craft show, a huge variety of carnival rides and delicious eats.

Full schedule to be announced at a later date.

Tuesday, July 14

Wednesday, July 15

Thursday, July 16

Friday, July 17

Saturday, July 18

Find more information about Alpenfest here.

Gaylord Tourism Bureau & Chamber of Commerce Staff wearing lederhosen and dirndls for Alpenfest in front of the "Gaylord" mural painted onto a downtown building.

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