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Founders Day Parade and Festival in Downtown Highland

May 18, 2024 - May 18, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/Siraphol

Location

Downtown Highland area

Highland, MI

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Description

This annual event features a parade, kids zone, vendors and crafters, inflatables, petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks and more.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 18, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.highlanddda.com/events-attractions/founders-day-festival-parade

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

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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