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Center Line Independence Festival

May 30 - June 01

Photo credit: iStock/Siraphol

Location

Center Line Memorial Park

25355 Lawrence St.

Center Line, MI 48015

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Description

This annual fest will feature live entertainment, inflatables, foam party, a carnival, craft vendors, beer tent, fireworks and more.

Event cost: Free; $25-$30/wristbands (cash only)

Event times: 5-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday, May 30-31, June 1, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 586-757-6800

Website: https://www.centerlinefestival.org/events/center-line-independence-festival

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Macomb County

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