APPLEFEST
Utica, Michigan  ·  Est. 1992

Saint Lawrence
Apple
Fest

September
11 – 13
2026
Utica, MI
Saint Lawrence Parish · 44633 Utica Rd · Free Admission
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Our Story

More Than a Festival

30+Years of Tradition
500+Volunteers
$160KAnnual Beneficiaries
10K+Annual Visitors

Since 1992, Saint Lawrence Apple Fest has been one of Macomb County's most beloved fall traditions. Every September, thousands of neighbors, families, and friends gather on the grounds of Saint Lawrence Parish for three unforgettable days of food, music, games, and community.

Every dollar raised goes directly back to the Saint Lawrence community — funding the school, parish, CYO athletics, the School PTO, and religious education. When you come to Apple Fest, you're investing in the next generation of our parish family.

From homemade Polish dinners and fresh-baked pie to live music, carnival rides, bingo, and the basket raffle — there's something for every age.

"Apple Fest is community, faith, and fun — all in one place."
Festival Schedule

Three Days of Fall Fun

Free admission all three days. Food, drink, ride, and game tickets available at the gate. Credit cards accepted at most booths.

FRI
Day One
Friday
September 11  ·  6 PM – 11 PM
  • Gates open — welcome to Apple Fest!
  • Live entertainment on the main stage
  • Full food court open — Polish favorites & more
  • The Pub open — beer, wine & RTD beverages
  • Kids' Tent — games & carnival rides
  • Basket Raffle — purchase your tickets
  • Bingo Hall open
  • Bakery — fresh pies, cider & treats
SAT
Day Two — Biggest Day
Saturday
September 12  ·  Noon – 11 PM
  • All booths open at noon
  • Afternoon & evening entertainment on stage
  • Polish dinner in full swing — our busiest day
  • Carnival rides & Kids' Tent all day
  • Basket Raffle drawings throughout the day
  • Bingo Hall — cash prizes all day
  • Pub at full capacity — join the fun
  • Bakery — pies, apple bread & fresh cider
  • Parish-Wide Raffle ticket sales
SUN
Day Three
Sunday
September 13  ·  Noon – 9 PM
  • All-day festival from noon
  • Sunday Mass celebrated on the grounds
  • Entertainment continues on main stage
  • Final basket raffle drawings — be there!
  • Last chance for Polish food & pie
  • Carnival rides & Kids' Tent
  • Bingo Hall open
  • Festival close — see you next year!
Food & Drinks

A Feast for Every Appetite

From homemade Polish favorites to fresh-from-the-oven pie — everything made with love by our parish volunteers.

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Polish Favorites
Polish Dinner Combo
Kielbasa & Pierogi
Golabki
Polish Sausage
Srodek's Meats
🌯
Hot Grill & More
Chicken Shawarma
Pizza Slices
Italian Sausage
Burgers & Fries
Chicken Fingers
🥧
Bakery
Homemade Pies
Caramel Apples
Apple Bread Loaf
Cookies & Brownies
Fresh Apple Cider
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Non-Alcoholic
Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade
Apple Cider
Pop & Water
Ice Cream
Kids' Beverages

🍺 The Apple Fest Pub

One of the festival's most beloved spots — ice-cold beer, wine, slushies, and RTD beverages in a lively, covered tent atmosphere. Open all three days, the pub is the heart of the party at Apple Fest. Alcohol must remain within the designated festival tent area.

Open All 3 Days Beer · Wine · Slushies
RTD Beverages
Kids' Tent & Carnival Rides

Fun for the Whole Family

The Kids' Tent is one of the most exciting parts of Apple Fest! Packed with games and activities designed for kids of all ages, it's a place where memories are made and little ones get to run wild.

The carnival midway features rides operated by TJ Schmidt Carnival, offering thrills for kids and adults alike. Ride bracelets can be purchased in advance online through SimpleTix for the best price — or at the gate during the festival.

Height requirements vary by ride. Please review ride information in advance so your family is prepared when you arrive.

🎡 Buy Ride Bracelets Online

Skip the line and save — purchase your ride bracelets in advance through our ticketing partner SimpleTix. Pre-orders are online only; no cash or check accepted for advance tickets.

Buy Ride Bracelets → SimpleTix

Good to Know — Rides

  • Height requirements vary by ride — children may not qualify for all rides, including some kiddie rides
  • No replacements for bracelets removed for sports — athletes are encouraged to tape over their bracelet
  • Ride bracelets available online (SimpleTix) and at the gate
  • Pre-orders online only — no cash or checks for advance purchase
  • Carnival operated by TJ Schmidt Carnival
  • Kids' Tent open all three days
  • Games and activities for all ages in the Kids' Tent
  • Parents welcome and encouraged to join!
Live Entertainment

Music All Weekend Long

Our professional main stage features live acts each day of the festival — from high-energy bands to crowd favorites that keep everyone dancing.

🎸  Apple Fest's main stage features full professional sound production. Entertainment runs each evening on Friday, with afternoon and evening performances Saturday and Sunday. The 2026 lineup will be announced Summer 2026 — follow us on Facebook for the big reveal!
Friday · September 11
Opening Night Act
Live Band · Lineup TBA Summer 2026
🎵 Evening Performance
Stage opens 7 PM
Saturday · September 12
Main Stage Headliner
Live Band · Lineup TBA Summer 2026
🎵 Afternoon + Evening Sets
Biggest crowd of the weekend
Sunday · September 13
Sunday Closing Act
Live Band · Lineup TBA Summer 2026
🎵 Afternoon + Evening Show
Festival finale performance
🎤  Entertainment lineup announced Summer 2026  ·  Follow @StLawrenceAppleFest on Facebook for reveals
Bingo Hall

Win Big at Bingo!

The Apple Fest Bingo Hall is a festival favorite — a chance to win cash prizes while enjoying the company of fellow festival-goers in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Bingo runs all three days of the festival, with multiple sessions and prize levels. Whether you're a seasoned bingo player or a first-timer, the Bingo Hall is always a great time.

The hall is open to all ages and welcoming to everyone. Gather your friends and family and come try your luck!

🎱 Bingo Hall Info

Cash prize bingo open all three days of the festival.

  • Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday
  • Cash prizes throughout the weekend
  • Multiple sessions & prize levels
  • Charity pull tabs also available
  • All ages welcome
  • Located on festival grounds
Raffles & Prize Drawings

Win Something Amazing

Multiple ways to win at Apple Fest — from the grand Parish-Wide Raffle to hundreds of basket raffle prizes all weekend long.

🎰 Parish-Wide Raffle

The Parish-Wide Raffle features over $10,000 in cash prizes drawn throughout the festival weekend. Tickets are $5 each and sold in the weeks leading up to and during the festival.

  • Over $10,000 in total cash prizes
  • $5 per ticket
  • Tickets sold before and during the festival
  • Multiple drawings across all three days
  • You do not need to be present to win

🧺 Basket Raffle

Hundreds of themed prize baskets donated by our incredible community and sponsors. Purchase tickets for the baskets you want most and drop them in — drawings happen all weekend!

  • Hundreds of prize baskets
  • Themes range from wine & spirits to family fun
  • Ticket sales all three days at raffle booths
  • Put your tickets only in the baskets you want
  • Final drawings Sunday afternoon
  • Want to donate a basket? Contact the basket raffle team
⭐ Special Drawing

WIN THE ULTIMATE VIP EXPERIENCE

Three lucky winners score the sweetest VIP treatment at Apple Fest. Ready to take your weekend to the next level? Enter now for your chance to win the Ultimate Apple Fest VIP Experience — follow us on Facebook for details and to enter.

Enter VIP Raffle on Facebook →
Become a Sponsor

Partner With Our Community

Community
Community Supporter
$400
A meaningful commitment to our parish community
  • Sponsor wall listing at festival
  • Website listing
  • Social media recognition
⭐ Most Popular
Business Partner
$2,000
Maximum local visibility across all festival channels
  • Newspaper advertising
  • Festival tray mat
  • Sponsor panel at festival
  • Sponsor wall listing
  • Website feature
  • Social media spotlight
Premier
Festival Champion
$4,500
Top-tier visibility across every festival channel
  • Festival flyer — print & digital
  • Newspaper advertising
  • Tray mat — premium placement
  • Sponsor panel at festival
  • Prime sponsor wall placement
  • Social media spotlight feature
  • Website featured listing
School Family
Community Commitment
$750
Counts toward school family commitment
  • Sponsor wall + website
  • Counts toward school commitment
Faith Community
Faith Partner
$300
For organizations sharing our mission
  • Sponsor wall + website
  • Promotional banner at your location
Guest Information

Know Before You Go

To keep Apple Fest safe and fun for everyone, please review before you arrive.

🚫 Prohibited Items

  • No alcohol, outside food or beverages (one sealed water bottle 29oz or under is OK)
  • No animals (service animals always permitted)
  • No backpacks or large bags
  • No coolers — soft or hard-sided
  • No drones or UAVs
  • No fireworks or explosives
  • No glass — cans or bottles
  • No bicycles, skateboards, hoverboards, or similar wheeled devices
  • No weapons of any kind — no open or concealed carry
  • No smoking or vaping — including all tobacco and marijuana products
  • No laser pointers or disruptive light devices
  • No illegal substances or contraband

✅ Bag Policy

  • Small clutch bags 4.5" × 6.5" or smaller permitted
  • Diaper bags when accompanied by a child
  • Medically necessary bags
  • All bags subject to inspection at entry

⚠️ Prohibited Activities

  • No unauthorized vending, solicitation, or sales
  • No alcohol outside designated festival tent areas
  • No climbing fences, stages, or structures
  • No cutting in line or saving spots
  • No offensive, discriminatory, or threatening language, gestures, or clothing
  • No disruptive, disorderly, or unsafe conduct
  • No tampering with equipment, signage, or safety barriers

📋 Entry & Liability

  • By entering, all attendees voluntarily assume all associated risks
  • Entry releases St. Lawrence Parish and School from liability for injury, illness, or property loss
  • Entry constitutes consent to be photographed or recorded for promotional use
  • All personal bags and effects are subject to search at entry
  • Festival staff, security, and law enforcement must be obeyed at all times
  • Rules are subject to change without notice
  • Failure to comply may result in removal from festival grounds
🌧️  Rain or Shine! Apple Fest runs no matter what. Our large festival tents provide extensive covered space — come prepared for Michigan weather.   |   🐾  Pet Policy: For guest and child safety and comfort, please leave pets at home. Service animals are always welcome.   |   🅿️  Parking: Free parking available on parish grounds and surrounding areas. Watch for signs to overflow lots on busy days.
Get Involved

Volunteer at Apple Fest

Apple Fest runs on the incredible dedication of over 500 volunteers from our St. Lawrence community. From setup on Tuesday through strike on Sunday night — every part of the festival is powered by people who care.

School families fulfill their annual commitment through festival shifts. NHS students can earn verified community service hours through their shifts. Whether you want to serve food, run a game at the Kids' Tent, staff the pub, or help with setup — there's a spot for you.

🍽️ Food Service
🍺 Pub Operations
🎪 Kids' Tent
🥧 Bakery
🎟️ Ticket & Raffle
🏗️ Setup & Teardown
🎰 Basket Raffle
🎱 Bingo Hall

School Family Commitment

St. Lawrence school families fulfill their annual festival commitment by working shifts at Apple Fest. It's the backbone of what makes our festival — and our school — run every year.

Important Information

  • Shifts available across all three festival days
  • Setup shifts begin the day after Labor Day
  • All volunteers check in at the volunteer station
  • NHS community service hours available for verified shifts
  • Volunteer registration opens Summer 2026
Sign Up to Volunteer →
Common Questions

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?+
Admission is completely free! Food, beverages, ride bracelets, and game tickets are purchased separately on-site or in advance online. We accept cash and credit cards at most booths.
Where is the festival located?+
Apple Fest takes place on the grounds of Saint Lawrence Parish — 44633 Utica Road, Utica, MI 48317. Free parking is available on parish grounds and in surrounding overflow lots. Watch for directional signs on busy days.
What happens if it rains?+
Rain or shine — Apple Fest goes on! Our large festival tents provide extensive covered space for all food, dining, the pub, and activities. Come dressed for Michigan weather and enjoy the festival regardless!
Is there Sunday Mass at the festival?+
Yes! Sunday Mass is celebrated right on the festival grounds each year. It's a beloved tradition that unites our community in faith and celebration. Mass times will be posted closer to the festival date.
Can I bring a bag or backpack?+
Backpacks and large bags are not permitted. Allowed: small clutch bags (4.5" × 6.5" or smaller), diaper bags when accompanied by a child, and medically necessary bags. All bags are subject to inspection at entry.
How do I buy ride bracelets?+
Ride bracelets can be purchased in advance online through SimpleTix — this is the easiest and most affordable option. They're also available at the gate during the festival. Pre-orders are online only; no cash or check accepted for advance purchases.
How does the Basket Raffle work?+
Basket Raffle tickets are sold at raffle booths throughout the festival all three days. You drop your tickets only in the baskets you want to win. Drawings happen throughout the weekend, with final drawings on Sunday afternoon. You do not need to be present to win!
Where do the proceeds go?+
100% of proceeds benefit the St. Lawrence community — the Parish, School, School PTO, CYO Athletics, and Religious Education. In 2025, Apple Fest distributed over $160,000 to these four beneficiaries.
Get In Touch

We'd Love to Hear From You

General Information

Questions about directions, parking, schedule, or anything else about the festival?

info@applefestmi.com

Or find us on Facebook:
@applefestmi

Sponsorship

Interested in sponsoring Apple Fest 2026? Early commitment deadline May 15, 2026.

sponsors@applefestmi.com

2026 sponsorship packages available now.

Volunteer

Sign up to volunteer! Registration opens Summer 2026 for all festival shifts.

volunteer@applefestmi.com

School family commitment shifts included.