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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 13, 2027 through Saturday, July 17, 2027

Location:

Downtown Gaylord

Phone:

989-732-6333

Alpine Tradition Meets Northern Michigan at the 62nd Annual Gaylord Alpenfest.

Don your dirndl and lederhosen and join us in the Alpine Village July 13-17, 2027 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.

Tuesday July 13th – Honors Luncheon, Alpenfest Idol, Epic Eagles Concert, Burning of the Boogg

Wednesday July 14th – Kids Day – Walking Parade, World’s Largest Coffee Break

Thursday 15th – Bike Parade, Stone Throw Contest, Ice Cream Social

Friday July 16th – Pet Parade, Alpenfest Idol Finals, Alpenfest Queens Pageant

Saturday July 17th – Alpenfest Run, Grand Parade, Petoskey Steel Drum Band Concert

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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