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.