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There will be live music at the social tent, car show, farmers market, kid zone, chalk art, art market, food court and more at this annual.
Event cost: Free
Event times: Times vary; July 26-27, 2024
Families can see the livestock projects, artwork and other talents of local 4-H groups at this annual event.
Event cost: Free
Event times: July 21-26, 2024
A big parade kicks off this Indian cultural fest. There will be live music, free food, Yoga, kid's activities and more.
Event cost: Free admission
Event time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 21, 2024
Celebrate the city of Farmington with a live entertainment, bounce houses, live sand art, gaming trailer, foam party and more at this summer festival. This weekend event is a family favorite.
Event cost: Free, fees for some activities
Event times: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. July 18-20, 2024
This annual thrills families with high-speed boat races, food, live music and other family fun entertainment.
Event cost: Free/general, $5/parking donation
Event time: noon-3 p.m. July 23-24, 2022
Enjoy this annual diversity-themed music festival. Although music is its main focus, it also offers ethnic food, poetry, movies, merchandise vendors, children’s activities and more.
Event locations include:
Detroit Institute of Arts
Charles H. Wright Museum
Carr Center
Detroit Historical Museum
University of Michigan Detroit Center
The Scarab Club
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Kids ages 8-15 will enjoy a day full of free games, races and other contests along with live entertainment, celebrity guests and more at this 40-year-old event. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 10, 2024
Head to this annual event in Downtown Ferndale, which features barbecue eats, whiskey drinks, music and more.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 6 p.m.-midnight Friday, noon-midnight Saturday and noon-11 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14-16, 2022
Find works by more than 100 regional and nationally known artists. New in 2021 is a student art contest with $250 going to the winner (visit the event website for complete details).
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, July 10-11, 2021
Willow Metropark sets off a dazzling fireworks display that’s fun for the whole family. Live entertainment provided by American Ages Band starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks display begins at 10 p.m.
Event cost: Free/admission, $10/daily pass
Event time: 6-10:45 p.m. July 1, 2024
The largest and longest-running all-Camaro show returns with displays, demos and presentations. Awards given, too.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 12-14, 2022
Michigan's second-largest fireworks display is the big draw, plus enjoy plenty of family games and live entertainment.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6 p.m. June 26, 2024