Howell Melon Festival 2027

We’re excited to bring vendors back to Grand River this year on Saturday and Sunday! Check out a variety of craft and other business vendors right in Downtown Howell. Vendor applications are closed for the 2026 festival. Applications for the 2027 festival will open early 2027. The Howell Melon Festival turns 66 this year! This annual community tradition celebrates Howell’s agricultural roots with headline events like the Howell Melon Run, live music, and of course delicious Howell Melon Ice Cream! Howell Recreation and presenting sponsor ChemTrend proudly present the 49th Annual Howell Melon Run (we welcome runners, walkers, and those racing in wheelchairs and other assistive devices) on August 14, 2026. Events begin at 6 PM in beautiful downtown Howell. This year's race will feature classic events for the whole family, such as the Melon Roll, The One in a Melon Mile, The Mascot Dash,...