Pirates & Mermaids Festival

At the beginning of August, the shores of Oscoda Beach Park transform into a whimsical seaside celebration during the Pirates & Mermaids Festival. This family-friendly event blends fantasy, entertainment, and Lake Huron’s beautiful waterfront setting into a weekend filled with unforgettable experiences. Visitors can marvel at live mermaid tank performances as graceful mermaids swim beneath the water, meet colorful pirate crews roaming the festival grounds, and enjoy thrilling demonstrations from acrobats, aerial performers, jugglers, and magicians throughout the day.

Beyond the live entertainment, the festival features an expansive marketplace filled with artisan vendors, handcrafted goods, coastal-themed merchandise, and delicious food vendors offering everything from sweet treats to festival favorites. Children can participate in interactive arts and crafts, games, treasure hunts, and hands-on activities designed to spark their imagination, while live music keeps the beach energized from morning into the evening. Costumes are encouraged, with many families dressing as pirates, mermaids, or other sea-inspired characters to fully embrace the magical atmosphere.