Arcadia Daze & Lions Club Events

03/26/2026

The Arcadia Daze 5K is on Saturday July 25, 2026.

03/26/2026

🌟 Sign Up Today and Join the Fun! 🌟

https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Arcadia/ArcadiaDaze5K

Be part of one of summer’s most memorable traditions as the Arcadia Daze 5K returns during the beloved Arcadia Daze Celebration! This year’s Dark Sky theme celebrates the stunning night skies along Lake Michigan—creating the perfect backdrop to run, walk, and connect with the community.

As we prepare for this year’s race, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the Hopwoods for their years of dedication and leadership. Their passion helped shape the Arcadia Daze 5K into the special event it is today.

🏃‍♀️ Registration is now open—secure your spot today!

All participants receive:
✔️ Commemorative bib with chip timing
✔️ Arcadia Daze 5K soft short-sleeve tee
✔️ Chance to win custom age group awards

💙 Proceeds support the Arcadia Lions Club.

We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

👉 Sign up now and be part of the tradition!

The Arcadia Daze 5K is on Saturday July 25, 2026.

08/06/2025

🎉 TOWN APPRECIATION COOKOUT! 🌭
Wednesday, August 13th | 5:00 – 7:00 PM

📍 Finch Park

The Arcadia Lions Club invites all community members, volunteers and sponsors to join us for a complimentary cookout as a heartfelt thank you for making Arcadia Daze 2025 such a huge success!

Whether you volunteered to work one of the 270 volunteer shifts that were filled, hosted guests, sponsored the event in some way, or just put up with the traffic and excitement of our biggest festival in years — we appreciate YOU.

Come enjoy:
🌭 Hot Dogs
🥔 Chips
🥤 Pop

All served with a side of gratitude by your Arcadia Lions!

Let's gather one more time this summer to celebrate the power of community. 💛

Oh, and because we know this question might be asked 300+ times in the next year, the dates for Arcadia Daze 2026 are July 24-26, 2026. Mark your calendar now!

07/29/2025

🎉🎺 That’s a Wrap on Arcadia Daze 2025! 🎺🎉

We couldn’t have asked for a better way to close out an unforgettable weekend than with Sunday’s Arcadia Daze Parade — a joyful celebration of community, creativity, and pure summer fun!

From the Scottville Clown Band’s high-energy performance to the colorful floats, smiling kids, hometown heroes, and festive crowds lining the streets — it was the perfect finale to a weekend full of music, laughter, and togetherness.

🙏 THANK YOU to everyone who made Arcadia Daze 2025 a success:
🙌 Our volunteers who covered 272 shifts
🎤 Our talented performers and musicians
🚒 Parade participants and local organizations
👕 Sponsors, vendors, and food trucks
🌞 And of course, every one of YOU who came out to celebrate with us!

We are so proud of our little town and the heart that shines through this festival year after year. Until next time… stay sunny, stay starry, and stay Arcadia. 💛💫

07/28/2025

🎶✨ One Last Encore to Arcadia Daze — Al Schackman & Friends Live! ✨🎶

Wrap up an incredible festival weekend with a very special evening of music at Ketch 22 Food Trailor on Monday, July 28th at 6:00 PM featuring the legendary Al Schackman & Friends!

🎸 Alvin Schackman is an acclaimed American jazz guitarist and arranger, best known for his extraordinary musical partnership with Nina Simone, serving as her accompanist from 1957 to 2000.

This rare, intimate performance is the perfect way to close out Arcadia Daze 2025 — one final gathering of great food, community, and world-class music under the summer sky.

📍 Ketch 22 Food Trailer – 17015 Northwood Hwy, Arcadia, MI

🍔 Come hungry, bring a chair, and enjoy a truly memorable evening.

07/27/2025

🎉🚒 Happening TODAY – The Arcadia Daze Parade! 🚒🎉

Don’t miss one of the most beloved traditions of the weekend — the Arcadia Daze Parade is rolling through town TODAY from 1:30–2:30 PM!

🎺 Leading the fun: the always entertaining, high-energy Scottville Clown Band – bringing music, laughter, and outrageous fun for all ages!

🎈 Enjoy a colorful lineup of:
🎉 Floats
🚓 Emergency vehicles
🎭 Community groups
🎨 Local businesses

📍 The parade starts at Grebe Park and winds through town to Finch Park Pavilion — so grab your spot early and bring the whole family!

Following the parade, the Scottville Clown Band will perform a concert at Finch Park starting at 3:00 pm.

Let’s celebrate community, creativity, and summer fun together! 🎊

07/27/2025

☀️ Start Your Sunday at the Arcadia Daze Pancake Breakfast! ☀️🥞
Join us this morning from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Arcadia Lions Clubhouse (4th & Oak St.) for a delicious, community favorite breakfast!

🍽️ Menu Includes:
• Fluffy pancakes
• Savory sausage links
• Scrambled eggs
• Crispy bacon
• Coffee, juice, milk & more!

💵 Only $10 per plate – kids 2 and under eat FREE!
🍽️ Dine in or take it to go!

Come fuel up for a fun-filled Sunday at Arcadia Daze and support the great work of the Arcadia Lions Club while you’re at it!

07/26/2025

☀️ Start Your Saturday and Sunday at the Arcadia Daze Pancake Breakfast! ☀️🥞

Join us from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon each day at the Arcadia Lions Clubhouse (4th & Oak St.) for a delicious, community favorite breakfast!

🍽️ Menu Includes:
• Fluffy pancakes
• Savory sausage links
• Scrambled eggs
• Crispy Bacon
• Coffee, Juice, Milk & more!

💵 Only $10 per plate – kids 2 and under eat FREE!
🍽️ Dine in or take it to go!

Come fuel up for a fun-filled day at Arcadia Daze and support the great work of the Arcadia Lions Club while you’re at it!

07/25/2025

📋✨ FRIDAY NIGHT TO-DO LIST — Arcadia Daze Style! ✨📋

Kick off the weekend with everything Arcadia Daze has to offer this Friday, July 25th in Finch Park — here’s your checklist for a legendary evening:

✅ Grab dinner at the Smokin' 7s BBQ Truck – Pulled pork sliders or ribs with all the fixings? Yes, please!
✅ Pick up your Arcadia Daze merch – Raffle Tickets, T-shirts, mugs, koozies & more available on-site.
✅ Dance barefoot to the soulful sounds of Barefoot – Live music from 5–8 PM.
✅ Catch the high-energy set by The Ride – Country favorites from 8:30 PM–1:00 AM.
✅ Check out food trucks and vendors – Come hungry, leave happy.
✅ Catch the Fireworks Show after sunset – A dazzling display over Arcadia!
✅ Bring your friends & family – It’s time to make memories under the stars!

📍 All happening in Finch Park, Arcadia, MI
🎟️ Admission is FREE — just bring good vibes!

Let’s make Friday night one to remember! 🎆🎶🍖

07/25/2025

🍕🌮🍔 Hungry at Arcadia Daze? Guiseppi’s Has You Covered! 🍔🌮🍕

Swing by Guiseppi’s Food Truck in Finch Park this weekend during Arcadia Daze and treat yourself to a festival feast! From sizzling burgers to mouthwatering tacos and hot, cheesy pizza, there’s something on the menu for every craving.

🔥 Serving up:
🍕 Classic & specialty pizzas
🍔 Juicy burgers grilled to perfection
🌮 Flavor-packed tacos
🍟 Plus sides, snacks & more!

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late-night snack between events — Guiseppi’s is the go-to stop for bold flavors and fast service at Arcadia Daze 2025.

📍 Find them at Finch Park all weekend long!

07/25/2025

🍁🥞 Thank You, Sievert’s Maple Syrup! 🥞🍁

A heartfelt thank you to John and Carla Sievert of Sievert’s Maple Syrup for generously donating the delicious pure maple syrup served at BOTH Pancake Breakfasts during Arcadia Daze this weekend!

Your sweet support helps make our mornings extra special and full of hometown flavor.

❤️ Don't miss your chance to take some of that sweetness home!

🛍️ Visit the Sievert’s Maple Syrup booth at the Arts & Craft Fair on Fourth Street — open Saturday and Sunday — to purchase your own bottle of Michigan-made maple goodness.

Thank you, John & Carla, for sharing your passion and your product with the Arcadia community!

07/25/2025

🥔🎡 Get Twisted at Arcadia Daze! 🎡🥔

Stop by Ricky’s Twisted Veggies this weekend at Finch Park during Arcadia Daze for a sky-high snack that’s crispy, craveable, and completely unforgettable!

🌪️ Whether you’re into Regular or Sweet Potato Twisters, Onion Rings, or the classic Elephant Ears, Ricky’s is serving up fresh-fried favorites all weekend long — with plenty of cool drinks and roasted nuts to keep you going.

💸 CASH ONLY – so bring a few bucks and your appetite!
🍽️ Featured Favorites:
✅ Twisted Potatoes on a Stick – $6-$7
✅ Onion Rings – $7
✅ Elephant Ears – $7
✅ Ice-cold Lemonade & Water
✅ Roasted Almonds, Pecans, and Cashews (in small & large sizes!)

📍 Find the red cart and white tent at Finch Park and follow the delicious smell of sizzling veggies!
📸 Don’t forget to snap a pic with your Sky-High Twister – it’s festival food worth showing off!