If you're planning a move in Traverse City during the National Cherry Festival, you're not alone, but you should plan ahead. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in Northern Michigan to celebrate one of the region's biggest events. While it's an exciting time for the community, it can also create unique challenges for anyone relocating.
With increased traffic on major roads like US 31, M 72 and Front Street, limited parking, construction and temporary road closures, Cherry Festival can impact your move if you try and DIY it. Planning ahead and calling a professional moving company that has moved throughout Traverse City and surrounding areas during the busiest time of the year here can help alleviate the stress, especially during it's centennial year! At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, we've helped families and businesses move throughout Traverse City during festival week. With the right preparation, your move can go smoothly despite the extra traffic and crowds.
Tips for Moving during Cherry Festival
- Book your movers early!
- Summer is already peak moving season, and Cherry Festival week makes schedules even busier. If you're moving during late June or early July, reserve your moving date as soon as possible.
- Schedule Around Festival Events
- If possible, choose a weekday morning move when traffic is lighter. Avoid moving during major parade times (Thursday July 9th ( 2026 and Saturday July 11th, 2026) or air show events (Saturday, July 4th, 2026 and Sunday, July 5th, 2026) that can cause road closures and congestion.
- Check Road Closures before Moving Day
- Review the official Cherry Festival schedule and local traffic updates several days before your move. Knowing alternate routes can save valuable time. With the major construction around Interlochen and Beitner Rd still closed, alternate routes can save extra time and headaches!
- Reserve Parking
- If your new home is downtown, make sure there's adequate space for the moving truck. Some neighborhoods may require temporary parking arrangements during busy festival days. This is key any time of the year if there is only metered parking in front of your new home or business!
- Pack for the Summer Weather
- Northern Michigan summers are beautiful, but they can also be hot and humid. Keep water available, wear comfortable clothing, and protect temperature sensitive belongings.
Local Knowledge Makes a Difference
Working with a local Traverse City moving company like TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® means hiring movers who understand the area's seasonal traffic patterns, neighborhood layouts, and festival logistics. We live here too! We understand the stress that moving this time of year can bring and are ready and prepared to take the stress off of you while moving! Our team knows the best routes to avoid delays and can adjust moving schedules when necessary to keep your relocation on track.
Whether you're relocating across town, moving into Northern Michigan, or leaving the area, planning ahead is the key to a successful move during Cherry Festival week.
Our experienced movers provide:
- Local residential moving
- Long-distance moving
- Apartment and condo moves
- Packing services
- Senior moving assistance
- Commercial and office relocations
We're committed to making your move as efficient and stress free as possible, even during one of Traverse City's busiest weeks of the year. Let us handle the heavy lifting so you have more time to enjoy everything the National Cherry Festival has to offer!
