Lansing chicken wing festival combines flavor with community fundraising efforts

The Michigan Chicken Wing Festival returned to Lansing’s Adado Riverfront Park over the weekend, bringing together food vendors, entertainment and a mission to give back to the community.

  • The annual festival featured various chicken wing vendors and live entertainment at Adado Riverfront Park.
  • Proceeds from the event support Lillian’s boutique, which provides free essential items to community members.
  • The festival was founded by a two-time cancer survivor who also runs the Against All Odds Foundation.

WATCH: Michigan Chicken Wing Festival brings flavor and philanthropy to Lansing

Michigan Chicken Wing Festival serves up food and community support

I was at Adado Riverfront Park, where the air was filled with the enticing aromas of barbecue and parmesan garlic as the Michigan Chicken Wing Festival made its return to Lansing.

The festival included vendors, live entertainment and, of course, plenty of chicken wings for attendees to enjoy.

“We bring the community together for the experience, a culinary experience. For a weekend of fun with family, friends, live bands,” said Shirley Carter-Powell, the festival’s founder…

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