Mushrooms (and More!) in Mesick

May 3, 2025

For more than 60 years, one northern Michigan town has been putting the fun in fungi, and the Mesick Mushroom Festival returns May 9-11 with activities for the whole family. Even if you’re not a shroom fan, you can explore the flea market and craft show, enjoy the atmosphere of the Friday Night Street Fair, cruise the Antique Car Show, catch the Grand Parade, or just hit the T.J. Schmidt & Company carnival. (P.S. on May 11, Mother’s Day, moms get into the carnival free with their kiddo!) For those who want the full fungi experience, there is a scheduled mushroom hunt…just be sure you don’t spill your secret morel spot! And don’t miss the 5K Walk on Saturday or the cornhole and softball tournaments. Get the full schedule at mesick-mushroomfest.org.