Events

The whole weekend of the festival is packed with events for friends and families of all ages. From the all-ages grape stomp to the wine and beer tastings to the craft show and parade, there’s certain to be something for everyone. 

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Grape Lake Kayak Race

1st Annual
September 9, 2018 - 3:00pm - 5:00pm

The race will take place at the launch at Sunset Park (M/40 at Power Plant Rd.).  All participants will be timed and winners will be determined by the best time.  All participants must wear a life jacket.  A Waiver will be completed and signed must be received prior to the race.

Save $5 and sign up for the Tri-Athlon (participate in the race, the Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk, and the Vinyard Classic Bike RIde)

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Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Tri-Athlon

1st Annual
September 8, 2018 (All day)

Participate in the Grape Lake Kayak Race, ride 20 miles in the  Vineyard Classic Bicycle Tour and run or walk in the Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk.

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29th Annual Grape Lake 5k Walk/Run

Maple Lake, Paw Paw
September 8, 2018 - 9:00am

Mark your calendars for this fast, flat USATF-certified 5k course around Maple Lake. Our race has been endorsed by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports and is also part of the 90th Annual Challenge Fitness - Michigan Fruit Belt Series.  The proceeds from this event will benefit the Families Against Narcotics.

Families Against Narcotics (FAN) is a community based program for those seeking recovery, those in recovery, family members affected by addiction and community supporters. FAN seeks to change the face of addiction, dispel the stigma of addiction, and educate the community as well as those affected by addiction. (www.Familiesagainstnarcotics.org)

Sign up for the Tri-Athlon and save $5 (participate in the Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk, the Grape Lake Kayak Race and the Vineyard Classic Bicycle Tour).

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37th Annual Vineyard Classic Bike Tour

3 Routes: 22 miles, 39 miles and 60 miles
September 9, 2018 - 7:00am - 9:00am

REGISTER 7:00am - 9:00am

Choose from three different routes that pass lush vineyards and orchards, right at the peak of harvest season. On this tour, you'll see the woods, rivers, lakes, and neighboring villages of the area. The event is sponsored by the Paw Paw Service League.

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Festival Tent

Gremps St. & Paw Paw St.
September 7, 2018 - 5:00pm - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

Drop by the Festival Tent, open all weekend with wine and beer tasting and entertainment of all kinds! On Saturday, from noon to 5 pm enjoy Fine Wine & Beer Tastings from local wineries and breweries. 

Entertainment Schedule:

Friday: 5-8:30pm Lava Rock, 9-midnight Bronk Brothers

Saturday: 1-5pm Drop 35, 5:30-8:30pm Blammo, 9-midnight P.S. Dump Your Boyfriend

Sunday: Noon - 1pm Rythem Masters Cloggers, 1:30-4:30 Zion Lion

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St. Julian Festival Parade

Downtown Paw Paw
September 9, 2018 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm

The festival parade has long-been a favorite in Paw Paw and the surrounding areas. With marching bands, floats, fire trucks, classic cars, and more, it will be a fun event for the whole family. Interested in participating? Click below to learn more about how to join in on the excitement.

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Coca Cola Grape Stomp

Saturday, September 8th
September 8, 2018 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

For thousands of years, people have used grape stomping as a means of making wine. Join in on this fun tradition and try to out-stomp the competition. We won't be making wine with the juice you press, but we will be weighing it to find a winner. Events run throughout the weekend.  New this year, you can jump in the vat and stomp grapes on your own in our open stomping.

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40th Annual Arts & Craft Show

Saturday, Sept. 8th - 9am to 6pm/Sunday, Sept. 9th - 10am to 5pm
September 8, 2018 - 9:00am - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

Situated in the heart of the festival and sponsored by the Paw Paw Service League, the arts and crafts show will feature all handmade items including jewelry, artwork, woodwork, crocheted and knitted pieces, toys, and more. Click below for more information about how to participate as a vendor in the show. This event is sponsored by the Paw Paw Service League.

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24th Annual Grape Escape Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show

Downtown Paw Paw
September 8, 2018 - 8:00am - 3:00pm

The Classic Car Show will award trophies to the top 25 vehicles as decided by the participants and the attendees, at 2:30pm and you must be present to win. Check out the classic cars, or show off your own. Sponsored by Seelye of Paw Paw.

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Amphitheater Live Entertainment

Maple Lake Amphitheater
September 7, 2018 - 5:00pm - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

The amphitheater will feature live entertainment, sponsored by Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC): Friday 5pm - 9pm, Saturday 12pm - 9pm, Sunday 12pm - 5pm.  Click below to discover the artists that will be performing.

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Friday, Sept. 7, 2018
5pm to 7pm Tony & Doug
7:15pm - 10:30pm Cris Hitchcock

Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018
10am to Noon Deep Fried Pickle Project
Noon to 1pm  Kids Generation Pound
1:30pm to 2:30pm  Rufus the Dufus
2:30pm to 3:30pm Joe Bennett Magician
3:30pm to 4:30pm  Rufus the Dufus
4:30pm to 5:30pm  Paw Paw Village Players
6pm to 7pm  Crawl Space Eviction-Improve
7pm to 10:30pm Centerline DJ with Lazer Show


Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018
9:30pm to 5pm Church on the Lake

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St. Julian Winery Events

Tours, Tastings, Sales, Entertainment
September 7, 2018 (All day) - September 9, 2018 (All day)

Enjoy winery tours and tastings all weekend long. Take a free tour of the winery on Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm, with wine tastings both days 10 am to 5 pm, $1.00 per tasting and wine sales from 10 am to 8 pm.  Sunday hours are 11am to 5pm for tasting and sales. There is a $5.00 cover charge. Click below for more events and details.

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Friday, Sept. 7

2pm - 5pm Refurbished
5:30pm - 8:30pm Drop 35
9pm -Midnight The Root Doctor

Saturday, Sept. 8

11:30am - 1:30pm JGJ
2pm-5pm Funkle Jesse
5:30pm - 8:30pm Typo
9pm - Midnight The Spazmatics

Sunday, Sept. 9

1pm to 4pm Union Guys

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Fine Wine & Beer Tasting

Festival Tent featuring Local Wineries & Brewery
September 8, 2018 - 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Paw Paw and the surrounding area has been referred to as the Napa Valley of the Midwest. We are happy to offer several opportunities for you to visit our local wineries and taste the unique fruit of the vine that can only be found in this area. During this event, you can taste from a variety of beers, wines and ciders from regional Cider Mills, Wineries and Breweries. 

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Warner Vineyard Events

September 7, 2018 - 5:00pm - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

Free wine tasting Friday and Saturday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, Sunday Noon to 5 pm. Enjoy live music and food on the shaded wine deck nestled along the banks of the Paw Paw River. Click below to discover the artists that will be performing.  

Live Entertainment Schedule:

Friday, Sept. 7, 2018

2pm - 7pm James Burkett and the Missing Pease
8 pm - Midnight The Root Doctor

Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018

Noon-3pm Mortals 2
4-7pm The Crawpuppies
8pm - 11:30pm Fool Proof

Sunday, Sept 9, 2018

2pm-5pm Jack 7 Friends

800.756.5357 www.warnerwines.com

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Carnival Midway

Friday 5pm - 11pm/Saturday 12pm - 11:30pm/Sunday 12pm - 5pm
September 7, 2018 - 5:00pm - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

Get some tickets and climb aboard. We've got fun rides available for riders of all ages. Tickets are available in the activities area.

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Marketplace

Throughout Downtown
September 7, 2018 - 5:00pm - September 9, 2018 - 5:00pm

Retail vendors will be set up throughout downtown Paw Paw all weekend long. Vendors at the marketplace are those that would like to participate but do not fit into the Arts & Crafts category. If you're an interested vendor, click here for an application. Hours for the marketplace are Friday 5pm to dusk, Saturday 9am to dusk, and Sunday 10am to 5pm.

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Fireworks over Maple Lake

Friday, September 7th
September 7, 2018 - 9:30pm - 9:50pm

Great views from all over downtown. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks. The fireworks will start at dusk and are sponsored by Paw Paw Downtown Development Authority.

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Kiwanis Turtle Derby

September 8, 2018 - 9:00am - 12:00pm

Take your pick and guess which turtle will win the race!  Downtown in front of Village Hall.  Jockeys pay $10 per person.  Help support the projects the Paw Paw Kiwanis Club. 

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Stompyland

Kid's Area
September 8, 2018 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

Sponsored by Family Fare, this is a perfect place for kids' of all ages.  Stompyland is a FREE event that has something for children of all ages.  It is open from 10 m to 5 pm on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017  and Sunday following the parade until 3pm. Stonpyland is located right next door to Amore's Pizza.  On Staurday, the Tot Big Wheel race will take place on Michigan Ave. with prizes for the kids, from 10 am to Noon.  Stop by and let us know what you think....... 

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Masonic Sloppy Joe Lunch

Saturday 11am - 5pm/Sunday 11am - 3pm
September 8, 2018 (All day) - September 9, 2018 (All day)

Join us at the Masonic Temple for some sloppy joes and other snacks.  Saturday 11am to 5 pm and Sunday 11am to 3pm.

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Hole-in-One Contest

Saturday, September 8th / Finals on Sunday, September 9th
September 8, 2018 (All day) - September 9, 2018 (All day)

Test your driving skills and aim with our hole-in-one contest. To qualify, you must be able to get your ball to land on our “green,” a raft in the lake. Then, on Sunday, 50 participants will have one chance to get that hole-in-one at 135 yards away.  This event benefits the Paw Paw Wings of God.

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Lions Club Duck Race

Briggs Pond
September 9, 2018 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Paw Paw Lions Club will host a Duck Race again this year, to support our Troops. The proceeds from this event will benefit the Paw Paw American Legion, the Masonic Temple to benefit sick children and the Lions Club Scholarship Fund.  See a Lions Club member to purchase a Duck.

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Church on the Lake

Maple Lake Amphitheatre
September 9, 2018 (All day)

Join us on the lake for a non-demonational service and a day of music.  All events are held at the lakefront Amphitheatre.

9:30 am Morning Prelude/Prayer

10 am Music

11am Church On The Lake provided by 1st Baptist Church

Noon  The Beattitudes provided by Seventh Day Adventist Chruch

2pm  Worship Arts Production, directedby Peter Webb 

3 pm Concert of Prayer

4pm New Wine Festival Choir

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The Halloween Attic

Friday 9am to 5pm / Saturday 9am to 5pm / Sunday 12pm to 3pm
September 7, 2018 - 9:00am - September 9, 2018 - 3:00pm

Visit the Halloween Attic at Taylor's Florist, Gifts & Decor for spooky collectibles, curiosities, and decor. A weekend of Spooky fun and inspirations.  Join us as we open our Halloween Attic for the 2018 Season.  Browse the most unique Halloween SHop in Western Michigan!  The Halloween Attic is open Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, and Sunday 11am to 3 pm.

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Thank you to all of our Wine & Harvest Festival Sponsors

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