Cedar Michigan Welcomes You

To the 40th Annual Polka Festival

The Cedar Polka Fest is an annual festival celebrating the towns rich Polish history. Lasting 4 days and nights, nearly 10,000 people descend into town for family fun. Join us to eat, drink, and dance the nights away.

With live Polka music from the best Polka Bands in America, this festival is a real treat for Polka fans. Food vendors offer Beer, Polish Food, Ribs, Hotdogs, Popcorn and so much more. Kids will enjoy games, while adults will indulge in the unique atmosphere that only Polka can create.

This is one of very few Polka Festivals left in the United States. The 40th annual Cedar Polka Fest kicks off on Thursday, August 24th, 2023 in Cedar under the big tent. The Polka Festival has become a signature event in Leelanau. The Cedar Polka Festival has grown into one of the largest and best events for Polka music and attracts enthusiasts from near and far.

Festival Happenings

Admission Info

Get general Cedar Polka Festival info on our Admissions page. Learn about the hours of operations, location, admission cost, payment methods, and age requirements

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Band Lineup

Checkout the bands that will be rockin’ out on the Annual Cedar Polka Festival stage this year. Join us for dancing every night!

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Schedule of Events

The events at the Cedar Polka Festival span four 4 days. There is, of course, dancing to enjoy every night. Don’t miss out on the other happening, such as the Art Fair, Car Show, Parade, 4K Run, Catholic Mass, and More!

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Once again BATA will offer FREE shuttle service from Traverse City. Buses will leave on the hour starting at 5pm from the Meijer parking (l 3955 US 31 S Traverse City, MI 49684. ) then stopping at the BATA main transfer station located at 115 Hall St. Traverse City, MI 49686. Buses will run Thursday, Friday & Saturday August 24th & 25th& 26th from 5pm-12am. The last bus leaves Polka Fest at 11:30pm