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Indian River Old Fashioned Days

June 2026

Indian River celebrates summer in Northern Michigan with Old Fashioned Days, five days of family fun. With a parade, lobster fest, duck race and kayak event, there is something for all ages in Indian River. So much to do in Indian River.

Here's what happened in 2025:

Events are held at Devoe Beach- 6521 Oak Glen St., Indian River, unless otherwise noted.

Thursday

  • Throughout the Day – Axe Throwing Trailer & Food Trucks
  • 12-4pm – CCAC Safety Day at Marina Park- 3471 Club Rd.
  • 3-6pm – Scavenger Hunt for all ages & Treasure Hunt for kids up to age 7
  • 3-9pm – 3-Person Beach Volleyball. To register, call Katie at (231) 290-0277 or ircctreasurer68@gmail.com.
  • 3-9pm – Beach Bash
  • 5pm – Rubber Duck Race, ducks are $2 each with 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place prizes. Tickets available at the Indian River Chamber of Commerce, Pollards Quick Lube, Northland Brewery, and Seasons of the North Brewery.
  • 6-8pm – Live music featuring Mike Ridley & Friends

Friday

  • Throughout the Day – Food Trucks
  • 12-3pm – Ice Cream Social hosted by Drost Chocolates
  • 12-4pm – Kids Fun Day with games, prizes, bounce house, & more
  • 12-6pm – Craft Show on Main St. Apply for a booth by clicking here.
  • 7pm – Entertainment Tent Opens with live music featuring Kirby and The Charlie Millard Band

Saturday

  • 9am-4pm – Craft Show on Main St.
  • 10am – Cornhole Tournament. Register on Cornolio.com. For more information, contact dogmannbaggers@gmail.com.
  • 10am-2pm – Rods & Rides Car Show
  • 10am-3pm – Flying Clover 4H Racing Pigeon Club
  • 6pm – Entertainment Tent Opens
  • 6-7:30pm – Live music featuring Lee Fayssoux
  • 8-10:30pm – Live music featuring Ramble Tamble

Stay tuned for information on the 2026 Indian River Old Fashioned Days!

For more information on the Indian River Old Fashioned Days, please contact the event organizer:

Indian River Regional Chamber of Commerce

3435 S. Straits Hwy., Indian River, MI, 49749

(231) 238-9325

irchamber.org

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