59th Annual – Gaylord Alpenfest
Date:
Tuesday, July 9 through Saturday, July 13, 2024
Location:
225 West Main StreetGaylord, MI 49735
From outstanding entertainment, to a popular artist craft show, numerous events and carnival rides for all ages, this Alpine-inspired celebration honors the city’s heritage and partnership with sister city, Pontresina, Switzerland.
The summer tradition, now in its 59th year, features an impressive lineup of outdoor concerts under the Pavilion.
Tuesday: 11:30 am – 1 pm Alpenfest Honors Luncheon and Awards Presentation – 5 pm The Wurst Wagon – 10 pm The Burning of the Boogg
Wed: 9 am Alpenfest Walking Parade – 9:30 am The World’s Largest Coffee Break – 5 pm to 8 pm Concert (TBD) – 8 pm to 10 pm Concert (TBD)
Thurs: 11:30 pm Ladies Ankle Competition – 12:15 Men’s Knee Contest – 4 pm Stone Throw Contest – 5:30 pm Ice Cream Social – 6 pm to 8 pm Concert (TBD) 8 pm Concert (TBD)
Fri: 9 am Pancake and Sausage Breakfast – 10 am Ugly Dog Concest – 5 pm to 7 pm Alpenfest Run Registration Pickup – 8 pm to 10 pm Concert (TBD)
Sat: 8 am Famer’s Market – 9 am Alpenfest Run – 12 pm Alpenfest Grand Parade – 1 pm to 2pm Concert (TBD) – 1 pm to 3 pm Concert (TBD) – 7 pm to 9 pm Concert (TBD) 9 pm Concert (TBD)