For many Michigan families, strawberry season is one of the sweetest signs that summer has officially arrived.
This weekend, Blake Farms in Armada is celebrating the harvest with its annual Strawberry Festival, a two-day event packed with fresh berries, live entertainment, wagon rides, family activities, specialty food and drinks, and a fireworks show.
The festival takes place June 20 and 21 at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill and is expected to draw visitors from across Metro Detroit looking to enjoy one of the state’s most popular summer traditions.
Whether you’re planning to fill a basket with freshly picked strawberries or simply spend a day on the farm with family and friends, the festival offers something for all ages.
When and where is the Strawberry Festival at Blake Farms?
Blake Farms’ Strawberry Festival will take place on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill, located at 17985 Armada Center Road in Armada, Michigan.
Festival activities begin with extended U-pick strawberry hours starting at 8 am both days.
The annual event celebrates Michigan’s strawberry season with a mix of farm experiences, entertainment, food, and family-friendly attractions.
Visitors can spend the day exploring the orchard, picking fresh berries directly from the fields, and enjoying the farm’s summer atmosphere.
Located about an hour northeast of downtown Detroit, Blake Farms has become a popular destination for seasonal events throughout the year, with the Strawberry Festival serving as one of its signature early-summer celebrations.
Everything planned for this year’s Strawberry Festival
The centerpiece of the festival is U-pick strawberries, allowing visitors to harvest fresh berries directly from the fields during extended picking hours throughout the weekend.
Additional attractions and activities include:
- Live music throughout the weekend
- Line dancing on Saturday from 4 pm to 10 pm
- An artisan market featuring local vendors
- Wagon rides through the orchard
- Funland attractions and family activities
- Strawberry-inspired food, bakery items, cocktails, and mocktails
- Farm-crafted hard cider and craft beer
One of the biggest highlights arrives Saturday evening when Blake Farms will host a fireworks show at approximately 9:30 pm, providing a festive end to the first day of celebrations.
Visitors can also purchase optional add-on experiences, including strawberry-themed workshops focused on freezer jam making and seasonal cocktails.
Is the Strawberry Festival free to attend?
Yes. Admission to Blake Farms’ Strawberry Festival is free, although organizers encourage visitors to reserve free tickets online in advance.
Guests should note that some activities, food and beverage purchases, U-pick strawberries, and specialty workshops may require separate purchases.
However, attending the festival itself and enjoying many of the attractions does not require an admission fee.
