Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival 2026
September 18-20, 2026 • Roscommon, Michigan
Join firefighters, families, and visitors from across Michigan for the annual Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival in Roscommon. This longtime tradition honors fallen firefighters while bringing the community together for a weekend filled with memorial ceremonies, a parade, family activities, live entertainment, food, displays, and more.
Don't miss Q100 Michigan!
Jabo and the Q-Crew on site Saturday from 2-4 PM! Stop by to spin the prize wheel, score some swag, and hang out with the Q100 Michigan crew during the Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival!
Friday, September 18, 2026
Festival Events & Happenings
The festival kicks off Friday with activities for all ages.
- Vendor booths open at 11:00 AM
- Free bouncy house for children
- Red Barn opens at 2:00 PM
- Live music and dancing featuring Maze Stephan
- Badge required after 7:00 PM
- Valid photo ID with birthdate required after 7:00 PM
BLOOD DRIVE
Join Versiti for a community blood drive on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM at 290 Ballenger Rd., Roscommon. Help save lives by donating blood and supporting local patients in need. Appointments are encouraged and can be scheduled online at: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11619810.
Bright Vehicle Showdown & Cruise
- Registration at the Command Post
- Judging begins at 7:00 PM
- Cruise parade starts at dusk from the Training Grounds
- Walkers are welcome to join at the traffic light in town
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Annual Memorial Service & Wreath Placement
Honor Michigan's fallen firefighters during the annual memorial ceremony.
9:00 AM
- Memorial Services
- Placement of Memorial Wreaths at the Statue Site
- Hosted by MFSA
Annual Firemen's Memorial Parade
12:00 PM
- Parade begins on M-76 (5th Street) and proceeds through Roscommon to the Fire Training Grounds
Saturday Festival Activities
- Flag Raising Ceremony
- National Anthem performed by Triniti Arnold
- Vendor booths open at 10:00 AM
- Red Barn open Noon to 11:00 PM
- Lions Den Chicken BBQ (12:00 PM until sold out)
- Badge Door Prize Drawings (12:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
- Jabo and the Q-Crew on site Saturday from 2-4 PM! Stop by to spin the prize wheel, score some swag, and hang out with the Q100 Michigan crew during the Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival!
- Free Trolley Rides to the Memorial Site (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
- Search & Rescue Challenge (1:30 PM)
- Stan the Fireman Children's Safety Show (2:00 PM)
- Water Ball Competition (2:00 PM)
- Gold Badge Auction (3:00 PM)
- Cornhole Tournament (4:30 PM)
- Antique Fire Truck Displays
- Fire & Rescue Equipment Displays
- Fire & Rescue Demonstrations
- Propane Gas Display
Live Music & Dancing
2:00 PM at the Red Barn
- Entertainment by Maze Stephan
- Badge required
- Photo ID with birthdate required after 7:00 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Pancake Breakfast
8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Enjoy breakfast while supporting the Higgins Township Fire Department Fundraiser.
The Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival is a meaningful weekend dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of firefighters while celebrating community spirit in Roscommon. Please note that the schedule is projected and subject to change.
