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Island Fest​

Friday, July 17th – 19th, 2026

Memorial Park

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Mark your calendar for this year’s ISLAND FEST on July 17-19, 2026!

 

This year’s theme – “The Pursuit of Happiness Starts Here!” An All American Summer!

The festival features craft vendors, food, music & street dance on Friday and Saturday night, a parade on Saturday morning, and fireworks at dusk on Saturday. Come enjoy an Island tradition and fun activities for the entire family. This is a free -outdoor event.
 
Annual Islandfest Fireworks
Join us in celebrating “An All-American Summer – Celebrating America 250” by becoming an official 2026 IslandFest Fireworks Sponsor. Your contribution helps create one of the most anticipated traditions of the weekend and keeps the skies over Kelleys Island shining bright for thousands of residents and visitors. Help us light up the sky of Lake Erie, as we are still looking for sponsors for this year’s firework display. Our goal is $20,000!
Firework Donations can be made here… 
 
Beer Tent
This year, we will be bringing back our beloved beer tent! Please considering volunteering some time~ 
Beer Tent Volunteer Sign Up…
 

IslandFest Parade Information – Saturday, July 18th (Lineup begins at 10:30 AM at Old Newman Dock)

Join us as we celebrate IslandFest 2026 with a parade honoring the spirit, history, and traditions that have brought our communities together for generations. Decorate your float, golf cart, vehicle, bike, or wagon in patriotic style and help us celebrate. From the nation’s founding to the adventures that await on Kelleys Island, this is your chance to be part of a truly special celebration! Gather your friends, family, business, or organization and help us make this year’s parade one to remember.

Register for the Parade…

 

Celebrate community. Celebrate Kelleys Island. The Pursuit of Happiness Starts Here!

 
 
Vendors applications are no longer being accepted for this event. 
 
Contact Information:

Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce
(419) 746-2360
info@kelleysislandchamber.com

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