Marshall County Blueberry Festival 2026 Expected Schedule
Here's a list of main events that usually happen each year at the Marshall County Blueberry Festival, based on long-running patterns that return every Labor Day weekend.
Main Weekend
The festival runs Friday through Monday over Labor Day and fills Centennial Park with food tents, vendor booths, live music, carnival rides, and blueberry desserts. Most visitors treat the weekend as a full-park experience.
Blueberry Donuts
The blueberry donut booth is a festival icon. People line up early for donuts, ice cream, slushies, pie, and other blueberry-heavy desserts.
Music
Multiple stages run throughout the weekend with a mix of local musicians and festival acts. Evening sets draw larger crowds as temperatures cool.
Bike Ride
The annual Blueberry Festival Bike Ride typically happens on Saturday morning and offers several route options for cyclists.
Parade
The Labor Day Parade takes place Monday morning and acts as the closing event for the festival. It’s one of Plymouth’s biggest annual parades.
Carnival
The carnival operates all four days with rides, games, and a large midway area. Families often plan their visit around ride hours and nighttime lights.
Balloon Glow
Sunday night is one of the largest draws of the entire festival. Hot-air balloons light up the field after sunset, followed by the festival’s annual fireworks show.
Fireworks
The fireworks happen immediately after the Balloon Glow and bring the biggest evening crowd of the weekend. Getting a seat near the front usually requires arriving early in the afternoon but is not required to be able to see and enjoy the display.
Vendors
More than 300 vendors usually take part in the festival, ranging from handmade crafts to specialty foods and retail items. You can see vendor registration info, here.
Tournaments
Softball, volleyball, pickleball, and other sports events appear most years, drawing local teams and spectators.
Kids Stuff
Face painting, activity tents, contests, and blueberry-themed games rotate each year. Families often search for these details even before schedules are posted.
Extras
Some years include classic car shows, maker demonstrations, or special community exhibits. These aren’t guaranteed annually but appear often enough to be considered recurring features.
Updates
Links to official event info will be added here when schedule announcements are made for the 2026 Marshall County Blueberry Festival.
Corky Lorenz
December 25, 2025