Brighton, MI events calendar
Festivals, farmers markets, live music, holiday events and family activities in downtown Brighton and Livingston County.
Brighton's annual events, month by month
The festivals locals plan their year around. Dates are for 2026 unless noted.
| Month | Event | 2026 date | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| May – Oct | Brighton Farmers Market | Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. | Local farmers, plants, food vendors and crafts. 200 N. First St. municipal lot. |
| June | Country Boots & Beats | June 19, 2027 (next) | Country music, local vendors and food downtown. |
| July | A Taste of Brighton | July 10–11 | Downtown restaurants serve samples on Main Street. Kid Zone. |
| August | Brighton Street Art Fair | Aug 21–23 | Artists and makers line downtown streets. |
| September | Smokin' Rock-N-Blues Festival | Sept 11–12 | Smokers along Main Street, beer tent, live blues and rock. |
| September | Destination Stars Hollow | Late September | Downtown shops and restaurants go Gilmore Girls for a weekend. |
| October | Boo Fest, Green Oak Village Place | Late Oct (TBA) | Free trick-or-treating and games. 16th year in 2025. |
| November | Holiday Glow & Christmas Market | Nov 21 | Artisan market, Santa parade on Main Street. Free. |
| December | Brighton Ladies Night | Dec 3 | Evening shopping specials at downtown stores and restaurants. |
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Brighton events FAQ
When is the Brighton, MI farmers market?
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., May through October, in the City of Brighton municipal lot at 200 N. First Street. The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce runs it.
When is A Taste of Brighton?
Every July on Main Street. The 2026 festival was July 10–11.
When is the Brighton Smokin' Rock-N-Blues Festival?
Every September in downtown Brighton. The 2026 festival was September 11–12.
When does Mt. Brighton open for the 2026–27 ski season?
Mt. Brighton has not announced an official date. OnTheSnow projects December 9, 2026, depending on snow and temperatures.