4-H Events Calendar

  • Jun 29

    Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series - June-August 2026

    June 29, 2026 – August 3, 2026 7:30pm-9:00pm ET Online

    The Parent Talk System is a course for caregivers of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children. Offered at no cost.

  • Jun 30

    Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase

    June 30, 2026 – August 7, 2026

    With registration open May 15-August 7, 2026, youth ages 5-19 (as of Jan 1, 2026) can enter projects into the virtual showcase and receive feedback from judges.

  • Jul 1

    Michigan 4-H License Plate Promotion Contest

    July 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

    As part of the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase, Michigan 4-H and the Michigan 4-H Foundation invites youth 8-19 years old (as of Jan 1, 2026) to participate in a fun, hands-on promotion of the Michigan 4-H License Plate!

  • Jul 1

    Michigan 4-H Business Pitch Contest- Sponsored by MSUFCU

    July 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

    As part of the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase, Michigan 4-H and Michigan State University Federal Credit Union invites youth 8-19 years old (as of Jan 1, 2026) to share their business pitch.

  • Jul 9

    Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - July-August 2026

    July 9, 2026 – August 6, 2026 7:00pm-8:30pm ET online

    Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.

  • Jul 13

    2026 Michigan Dairy Expo and Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Days

    July 13, 2026 – July 16, 2026 4301 Farm Ln, Lansing, MI 48910

    Join youth from around Michigan to demonstrate dairy cattle knowledge and husbandry skills.

  • Jul 20

    2026 Saginaw Bay 4-H Fish Camp

    July 20, 2026 – July 21, 2026

    Calling all 8–13 year olds interested in learning how to fish and protect our Great Lakes! All campers will receive a fully loaded tackle box, fishing rod and reel, snacks, and more.

  • Jul 23

    Pitch Perfect: Communicating with Confidence Webinar- July 23

    July 23, 2026 7:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom

    This free webinar for youth ages 8-19 focuses on three types of pitches (business, advocacy and career) and allows space for youth to create and practice their own. The webinar will be held on Zoom.

  • Jul 27

    4-H Garden Adventures Summer Camp 2026-Session 1

    July 27, 2026 9:00AM – 1:00PM 1490 Red Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

    This camp is designed for 7 to 12-year-olds to encourage sustainability & growth through an engaging, hands-on approach.

  • Jul 28

    Pitch Perfect: Communicating with Confidence Webinar- July 28

    July 28, 2026 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom

    This free webinar for youth ages 8-19 focuses on three types of pitches (business, advocacy and career) and allows space for youth to create and practice their own. The webinar will be held on Zoom.

  • Aug 12

    Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - Aug-Sept 2026

    August 12, 2026 – September 9, 2026 11:30am-1:00pm ET online

    Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.

  • Aug 13

    2026 Michigan 4-H State Horse Show

    August 13, 2026 – August 16, 2026 Farm Bureau Pavilion at Michigan State University, 4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI 48910

    The 4-H State Horse Show is an annual, four-day event that brings together 4-Hers from counties across Michigan. Members are selected by their county 4-H programs to participate in this event.

  • Aug 17

    4-H Garden Adventures Summer Camp 2026-Session 2

    August 17, 2026 – August 20, 2026 1490 Red Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

    This camp is designed for 7 to 12-year-olds to encourage sustainability & growth through an engaging, hands-on approach.

  • Oct 4

    National 4-H Week

    October 4, 2026 – October 10, 2026

    For over 100 years, 4‑H has inspired families, shaped careers, and impacted communities. From October 4-10, we will celebrate the impact of 4‑H during National 4‑H Week.

  • Oct 7

    Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol

    October 7, 2026 11:00AM – 1:00PM Heritage Hall - Capitol Visitor's Center, 323 W. Ottawa St., Lansing, MI 48933

    Education and awareness event to elevate knowledge of Michigan 4-H and to share the impact of its programming across Michigan.