Elk Rapids Gears Up for Annual Fall Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Elk Rapids Gears Up for Annual Fall Festival - September 27, 2025 The Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of the Elk Rapids Fall Festival on Saturday, September 27th, from Noon to 5pm in downtown Elk Rapids along River Street. This family-friendly celebration of the season will feature local vendors, kids' activities, live music from Sandy and The Bandits, cider and donuts, and even line dancing. With free admission, the Fall Festival is the
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