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Spring VegFest at Eastern Market

June 01 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/Siraphol

Location

Eastern Market

2934 Russell St.

Detroit, MI 48207

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Description

Come out to the state’s largest plant-based event at historic Eastern Market. There will be nearly 100 vendors, demonstrations, a kids zone, free samples, sustainable shopping and more.

Event cost: Free admission

Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 248-302-4931

Website: https://vegmichigan.org/

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

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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