Upcoming Events
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Oct 7
MSU Extension Adulting 101-Mental Health Toolkit: Everyday Skills and Resources to Help Care for Your Mental Health
October 7, 2026 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom
This session will equip participants with practical tools to support their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Learn ways to practice mental health supporting habits and explore resources to care for their mental health.