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“Celebrating 100 Years in the Headlines

Stay up to date with the latest announcements from the National Cherry Festival. Below you’ll find official press releases highlighting major events, partnerships, and news surrounding our 100th celebration and beyond.

Bayside Music Stage News

Justin Moore wsg Easton Corbin Justin Moore wsg Easton Corbin will perform on Friday, July 10, 2026

The Fray wsg Augustana The Fray wsg Augustana will perform Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Bow Wow & Soulja Boy Bow Wow & Soulja Boy to perform Sunday, July 5, 2026

Chase Matthew & Lauren Alaina Chase Matthew & Lauren Alaina will perform Monday, July 6, 2026

KC and The Sunshine Band KC and The Sunshine Band will perform on Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Daughtry Daughtry will perform on Thursday, July 9, 2026

David Lee Roth David Lee Roth will perform on Saturday, July 4, 2026

National Cherry Queen Deadline The National Cherry Queen applications deadline is May 11, 2026

Community Legacy Day Community Legacy Day - Sunday, May 3, 2026 in support of our first responders.

Fine Art Competition Fine Art submissions are now being taken for the 2026 Festival. Deadline Friday, May 22, 2026

Blue Angels Return in 2027 The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will return to the skies over West Grand Traverse Bay during the 101st National Cherry Festival - July 5 & 6, 2027

Press Releases

“Celebrating 100 Years in the Headlines

Bayside Music Stage News

2026 Festival News