The Blissfield River Raisin Festival
July 9, 10 & 11, 2026
July 9, 10 & 11, 2026
About Us
The Blissfield River Raisin Festival is hosting its 42nd year of free, family fun, which will be held the second weekend of July, 2026. The festival is hosted on the banks of the River Raisin it celebrates in Ellis Park on the east side and beautiful Bachmayer Park on the west in the shadow of the "three bridges" made famous in Ripley's Believe it or Not. A fourth bridge now crosses the river to the south of the triple bridges which carry rail, vehicle and foot traffic.
There is no admission to the River Raisin Festival and the stage entertainment as well as many children's activities are available at no cost, allowing a family to come for a day of fun, bring a picnic and spend nothing. This is made possible by the support of our sponsoring businesses and organizations.
In addition, there are rides, concessions, exhibits, merchant vendors, crafts, games and more. Fireworks highlight the Friday night fun; Saturday kicks off with the big parade through the village of Blissfield.
The Blissfield River Raisin has won honors as the Best Festival in Lenawee County several times.
We look forward to hosting you along the banks of the winding River Raisin in the quaint village of Blissfield, Michigan!
The Blissfield River Raisin Festival is hosting its 42nd year of free, family fun, which will be held the second weekend of July, 2026. The festival is hosted on the banks of the River Raisin it celebrates in Ellis Park on the east side and beautiful Bachmayer Park on the west in the shadow of the "three bridges" made famous in Ripley's Believe it or Not. A fourth bridge now crosses the river to the south of the triple bridges which carry rail, vehicle and foot traffic.
There is no admission to the River Raisin Festival and the stage entertainment as well as many children's activities are available at no cost, allowing a family to come for a day of fun, bring a picnic and spend nothing. This is made possible by the support of our sponsoring businesses and organizations.
In addition, there are rides, concessions, exhibits, merchant vendors, crafts, games and more. Fireworks highlight the Friday night fun; Saturday kicks off with the big parade through the village of Blissfield.
The Blissfield River Raisin has won honors as the Best Festival in Lenawee County several times.
We look forward to hosting you along the banks of the winding River Raisin in the quaint village of Blissfield, Michigan!
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SPECIAL EVENTS!!
The Weinie Dog Race is back again this year, featuring a Dog Parade during our annual parade on Saturday at 10:30. Dress up your pooch for the nation's 250th anniversary, and parade your pup proudly down Lane Street as part of the parade. No registration is necessary, and we ask for friendly, well behaved participants only.
Find registration and application forms for the Weinie Race at the Special Events tab!!
The Weinie Dog Race is back again this year, featuring a Dog Parade during our annual parade on Saturday at 10:30. Dress up your pooch for the nation's 250th anniversary, and parade your pup proudly down Lane Street as part of the parade. No registration is necessary, and we ask for friendly, well behaved participants only.
Find registration and application forms for the Weinie Race at the Special Events tab!!
Things To Do
At The Parks...
• HUGE FIREWORKS!! • Revamped Kids' Corner • Weenie Dog Race • Tractor Pulls • Softball Tournament • Crafts • FREE Entertainment • Pedal Tractor Pulls • Concessions • Miss River Raisin Scholarship Program • Kids Archery • Living History Re-Enactors • Music with Solid Rock Missionary Church • Magnificent Carnival • Bouncy Houses • Huge Kids Corner • Exotic Animals • Dog Parade
Festival Hours: Thursday, July 9: 5 p.m. - ? • Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Noon - ?.
Fireworks: Friday, July 10 @ Dusk; Rain date Saturday, July 11 @ dusk
Parade: Saturday, July 11 @ 10:30 a.m.
Downtown Blissfield...
• Parade • 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament • Shopping & Specialty Shops • Dining
Visit www.downtownblissfield.com for more village information and events
At The Parks...
• HUGE FIREWORKS!! • Revamped Kids' Corner • Weenie Dog Race • Tractor Pulls • Softball Tournament • Crafts • FREE Entertainment • Pedal Tractor Pulls • Concessions • Miss River Raisin Scholarship Program • Kids Archery • Living History Re-Enactors • Music with Solid Rock Missionary Church • Magnificent Carnival • Bouncy Houses • Huge Kids Corner • Exotic Animals • Dog Parade
Festival Hours: Thursday, July 9: 5 p.m. - ? • Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Noon - ?.
Fireworks: Friday, July 10 @ Dusk; Rain date Saturday, July 11 @ dusk
Parade: Saturday, July 11 @ 10:30 a.m.
Downtown Blissfield...
• Parade • 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament • Shopping & Specialty Shops • Dining
Visit www.downtownblissfield.com for more village information and events
Contact Us
Box 136, Blissfield, MI 49228
General Questions............................. RRF.vendors@gmail.com
Vendors................................................. RRF.vendors@gmail.com
Food Vendors....................................... [email protected]
*The festival committee is a group of volunteers, as well as working professionals. Please, no phone calls during regular business hours. If you call or email and there is no immediate response, please be patient. Someone from our committee will return your message at the earliest convenience. Be sure to leave a detailed message and/or email including your name, phone number and email address. We look forward to hearing from you!
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlissfieldRRF/
Box 136, Blissfield, MI 49228
General Questions............................. RRF.vendors@gmail.com
Vendors................................................. RRF.vendors@gmail.com
Food Vendors....................................... [email protected]
*The festival committee is a group of volunteers, as well as working professionals. Please, no phone calls during regular business hours. If you call or email and there is no immediate response, please be patient. Someone from our committee will return your message at the earliest convenience. Be sure to leave a detailed message and/or email including your name, phone number and email address. We look forward to hearing from you!
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlissfieldRRF/