Heritage Festival
Every year on the first full weekend of August, the village comes to life for three days.
Next festival
August 5, 6 and 7, 2027
The 40th Annual Heritage Festival. The schedule of events will be posted here as it is finalized.
What happens at the festival
- Self-guided tours of every building in the village, with docents on hand to explain and answer questions.
- Reenactments and historic displays.
- Craft demonstrations by people who still practice the old trades.
- Vintage Base Ball played by the rules of the 1800s.
- Live music, including traditional music at the bandstand.
- Children's activities at the Playhouse, with old-fashioned games and crafts.
- Vendors, refreshments, and more.
Plan your day
The festival takes place at the village on the Sidney campus of Montcalm Community College, 2800 College Drive, Sidney. In past years an opening ceremony has kicked off the festival, with the buildings opening right afterward.
The festival is offered by the Montcalm Heritage Village Volunteers, Montcalm Community College, and the MCC Foundation.
Want to take part?
The festival runs on volunteers, demonstrators, musicians, and vendors. If you would like to join in, contact the committee or come to a monthly board meeting.