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Livonia: Celebration of Hope Gala
2024-05-10 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit)
Livonia: Celebration of Hope Gala; 6-10 pm; $120/each, dinner, drinks, music, dancing, raffles, auctions; Italian American Banquet Center, 39200 Five Mile; 248-348-0115, griefhelp@newhopecenterforgriefsupport.ccsend.com; susan@newhopecenter.net

Sterling Heights: Community Drop-In Bike Ride
2024-05-11 09:00 - 12:00
Sterling Heights: Community Drop-In Bike Ride; 9-noon; Delia Park, 18 Mike west of Ryan Road

Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast
2024-05-20 07:00 - 12:00
Join supporters of the Royal Oak Historical Society for the 25th Annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast! This event is a primary fundraiser for the Royal Oak Historical Society.
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
316 E 11 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067
$8 for Adults, $3 for Kids under 12 years old.

Sunday Antique Market! @ Royal Oak, MI Farmers Market!
2024-05-20 08:00 - 15:00
More than 60 dealers selling unique and rare finds.
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
316 E 11 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067

The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival
2024-05-22 00:00 - 2024-06-16 00:00
Check out this truly breathtaking experience for limited time at John Ball Zoo! The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival will feature handcrafted Asian lantern displays that will illuminate the Zoo and tell the intersecting story of wildlife and Asian culture. John Ball Zoo is the first and only place you can see these incredible works of art in Michigan. We promise, you aren’t going to want to miss this! Grab your tickets now!
Check out the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival Reel here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5rMv4Oph0h/
More information:
-Timed tickets are sold every 30 minutes. Advanced tickets are required.
-The last entry is at 10:30pm.
-The event will happen rain or shine!
John Ball Zoo
1300 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Downtown Street Eats
2024-05-22 11:00 - 15:00
Downtown Street Eats, Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience in Downtown Detroit remains the go-to destination for food enthusiasts. Featuring a blend of returning favorites and exciting newcomers for our 12th season, including trucks, carts, and local restaurant pop-ups, we promise a diverse culinary adventure that caters to the tastes of Detroit locals, downtown professionals, and curious visitors alike.
Discover a tempting array of quick and convenient lunchtime options in this year’s lineup, where a rotating selection of delicious cuisines awaits you daily at Cadillac Square and the Woodward Esplanade. Join us on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and during special events from spring through fall for an unforgettable dining experience.
For daily food truck lineups visit: https://downtowndetroit.org/events/category/park-events/

Farm Fresh Fridays! Royal Oak Farmers Market!
2024-05-24
Don’t miss out on supporting local farmers, bakers, and crafters.
Get ready for Farm Fresh Fridays at the Royal Oak Farmers Market!
From May 10 through mid-October, join us every Friday from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. for the best local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, and handcrafted items.
Don’t miss out on supporting local farmers, bakers, and crafters. Tag a friend and come enjoy the freshest picks of the season!
316 E 11 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Michigan Beer and Brat Festival
2024-05-25 00:00
Join our 17th annual celebration of Michigan made food and craft beverages happening Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Enjoy live entertainment from The Drew Hale Band and The RockShow while sampling an enormous selection of Michigan’s finest microbrews, meads, hard ciders, wine, liquor and gourmet brats from northwest Michigan markets.
VIP Admission begins at 3pm, General Admission from 4-8pm. Ages 3 and under are free.
Crystal Mountain
12500 Crystal Mountain Drive, Thompsonville, MI 49683

Detroit: Movement Music Festival
2024-05-25 00:00 - 2024-05-27 00:00
Detroit: Movement Music Festival; 115 acts across six stages; Hart Plaza

Farmers Market! Royal Oak, MI!
2024-05-25 07:00 - 13:00
Buy locally grown fresh produce.
Buy locally grown fresh produce. Buy locally grown fresh produce. Saturday Farm Market open 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All Year Round
7 AM to 1 PM
Address:
316 E 11 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Birmingham Farmers Market
2024-05-26 09:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-02 09:00 - 14:00
The Birmingham Farmers Market welcomes visitors of all ages to experience the outdoor market and shop for local produce, meat and dairy, artisan goods, fresh foods and more. The market proudly offers Michigan-grown produce subject to local growing patterns. In addition to foods, shoppers can browse unique and stunning floral bouquets, hanging baskets, garden flats and other plants.
In addition to weekly live music, a kids’ zone and food trucks, the market will host several special events including:
May 5: 22nd Annual Opening Day Celebration
May 12: Second Sunday
June 9: Second Sunday Fitness
June 16: Strawberry Jam-Boree
July 14: Second Sunday
July 21: Super Farmer Day
August 11: Corn Festival
August 11: Second Sunday
September 8: Second Sunday
September 15: Harvest Festival
October 13: Second Sunday
October 27: End of Season Celebration
Learn more at our website https://www.allinbirmingham.com/visitors/farmers-market

Memorial Day Parade! Royal Oak, MI!
2024-05-27 09:00 - 11:00
The Memorial Day Parade is an annual family-orientated event to honor military veterans, both past and present. One of the VEC’s primary goals is to reach out to veterans of all ages and to those who wish to show their respect and appreciation to those who served.
The parade route will begin northbound from the intersection of South Main Street and Lincoln Avenue. The parade will proceed north on South Main Street to East Third Street. At East Third Street, all parade participants and vehicles will continue to Troy Street. Participant vehicles will be encouraged to turn off the parade route utilizing Williams Street, South Troy Street, or Knowles Street. Participant walkers will continue north on Troy Street from East Third Street where they will continue to march to Centennial Commons Park for the remembrance ceremony.
A remembrance ceremony will take place following the parade. The ceremony will be held in Centennial Commons Park adjacent to the war memorial.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
9:00 AM – Start of Parade 10:30 – Remembrance Ceremony
The parade will begin at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and S. Main Street, moving north on S. Main until turning onto E. Third Street, before concluding at Centennial Commons for the Remembrance Ceremony at the Veterans War Memorial.

2nd Annual Perfect Pairings - Food & Spirits Festival! Royal Oak, Michigan!
2024-05-31 18:00 - 22:00
A drinking adventure like no other!
Experience the vibrant atmosphere as you explore the diverse offerings, from savory street tacos to delectable desserts. Discover the perfect pairing for your taste buds, whether it’s whether it’s a refreshing craft beer or a specialty cocktail!
Proceeds Benefit Omniwomyn
Each year, a women-based nonprofit is selected through The Pink List, a 501(c)3 non-profit designed to support women based organizations, to receive a portion of the proceeds. This donation is made with intentions on helping the chosen organization to carry out their mission and fund any current initiatives.
Purchase Tickets: https://www.the28experience.com/event-details-registration/perfect-pairings

Michigan Antique Festival I Midland
2024-06-01 00:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00
The Midland Antique Festival is the state’s largest antique market and the host of Mid-Michigan’s biggest classic car show & swap meet. This event blends the excitement of discovering rare antiques with the allure of vintage automobiles, offering a unique experience for collectors and car enthusiasts in the picturesque setting of Midland. A must-visit for anyone passionate about history or classic cars.
Midland County Fairgrounds
6905 Eastman Avenue, Midland, MI 48642

Michigan Made Market
2024-06-01 10:00 - 2024-06-02 17:00
Ready to think about art fairs? Start here! Start now!
Leon & Lulu’s Michigan Made Market is a juried art show featuring local artists and craftspeople, held in the comfort and glamor of the former Ambassador Roller Rink.
Clawson, MI

Royal Oak Restaurant Week!
2024-06-02 00:00 - 2024-06-09 00:00
June 2nd to June 9th!
Enjoy 3-course lunch and dinner menus from top downtown restaurants!
More info: https://www.dineroyaloak.org/royal-oak-restaurant-week

Michigan Central Station Grand Opening in June, 2024
2024-06-06 00:00
We know Detroit and the world are eager to see how we’ve brought Michigan Central Station back to life. We’re excited to show you the first glimpse of the station on June 6, 2024, as we celebrate its reopening. Stay tuned to www.michigancentral.com and our social media channels for more details.
Michigan Central is a destination for advancing technologies and programs that address some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity today and unlock a more sustainable and human centered future. It is where collaboration, innovation and community come together to create not only new technology, but new opportunities for Detroiters and Michiganders.
– Michigan Central Station
2001 15th Street, Detroit, MI 48216

Mackinac Island Lilac Festival!
2024-06-07 08:00 - 2024-06-16 17:00
Mackinac Island is celebrating our 76th Annual Lilac Festival, June 7 -16, 2024. It’s the first and largest summer event on the Island, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the country. Festivities for the 10-day festival include the coronation of the Lilac Festival Queen, Lilac Poster reveal, daily lilac walking tours and planting sessions, Lilac Festival Run/Walk, concerts in the park, movie in the fort, Cornhole Tournament, Grand Parade and more!
– Mackinac Island
7274 Main Street, Mackinac Island, MI 49757

Outdoor Movie Nights
2024-06-07 18:30 - 21:30
Join us at Booth Park in downtown Birmingham for an outdoor movie night featuring Migration! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m.; movie at 7:30 p.m.
Thank you to our Movie Nights presenting sponsor, Great Lakes Wealth, and series sponsors Bank of Ann Arbor – Birmingham, Birmingham YMCA KW Domain and Pure Green, and individual sponsors Born Yoga, Bloom Pediatrics and Dr. Hummon & Dr. Gebeck, Orthodontic Associates PC.
Save the Date for more upcoming Movie Nights:
July 19
August 9
September 6
Visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/events for more information on Movie Nights and other free events happening in downtown Birmingham.
*In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday).

Art, Beer, and Wine Festival
2024-06-08 14:00 - 19:00
Join your friends (and make new ones) at Ella Sharp Museum’s 19th annual Art, Beer & Wine Festival presented by County National Bank. A favorite community tradition, we’ll showcase many of Michigan’s best wineries, breweries, cider mills and artists. Guests also will enjoy a tasty line-up of food vendors and trucks along with live music throughout the grounds and in our historic Hillside Farm Lane courtyard for a perfect summer day.
Ella Sharp Museum
3225 Fourth Street, Jackson, MI 49203

Summer Blast 2024
2024-06-14 00:00 - 2024-06-16 00:00
Schedule:
June 14: 3 – 10 PM
June 15: 1 – 10 PM
June 16: Noon – 6 PM
Where:
Parking Lot of The Oak Park Community Center – 14300 Oak Park Blvd. – Oak Park, MI. 48237
What to expect:
Another new attendance record was set in 2023 and the Oak Park Summer Blast is coming in back in 2024!
Dozens of rides, fun game concessions, and all the best food vendors from around Metro Detroit.
To pre-purchase tickets for Summer Blast 2024 or for more information, head to:
https://bit.ly/OPSummerBlast24

45th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival 2024
2024-06-15 00:00 - 2024-06-16 00:00
Whitehall’s Goodrich Park is home to the 45th Annual White Lake Area Arts & Crafts Festival! Spend a day at this popular outdoor event held off the shores of beautiful White Lake and under the trees at Goodrich Park. It’s a beautiful spot to meet up with friends and neighbors you haven’t seen in a while, uncover some unique finds, and enjoy live music, food, and the ambiance of a sunny summer day. Vendors, live music, festival food, and inflatables fill the day!
Festival Times:
Saturday, June 15: 10am-5pm
Sunday, June 16: 11am-4pm

Strawberry Jam-Boree in Birmingham, MI!
2024-06-16 09:00 - 14:00
Join us for our first annual Strawberry Jam-Boree at the Birmingham Farmers Market! It’s peak strawberry season and to celebrate, we are dedicating a day to all things strawberry! Our vendors will have strawberries and strawberry-themed items for purchase, and the Birmingham Shopping District will supply giveaways – more details to be announced.
We are berry excited to jam with you this spring!

Summerfest 2024! Downtown Auburn Hills, MI
2024-06-21 16:00 - 2024-06-22 22:00
Each year downtown Auburn Hills hosts a summer extravaganza celebrating all the things we love about summer! Summerfest will be filled with fun, food, music, and activities that are great for the whole family!
Ice Cream Social
Friday 6:00 – 7:00 PM | Riverside Park Plaza
Maker’s Market
Friday 4:00 – 8:00 PM & Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Auburn Road
Apply at auburnhills.org/summerfest by April 30!
Classic Car Show by the River
Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Riverside Park
Live Music
Steve Floyd | Friday 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Knight Amphitheater
Magic Bus | Friday 8:00 – 10:00 PM | Knight Amphitheater
Guy Lewis and Worlds of Music | Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Knight Amphitheater
Mandi Layne and the Lost Highway | Saturday 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Knight Amphitheater
Atomic Radio | Saturday 8:00 – 10:00 PM | Knight Amphitheater
Food Trucks
Saturday 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM | Riverside Park
Additional Information
Contact Auburn Hills Recreation and Senior Services at (248) 370-9353.

Blake's Strawberry Festival
2024-06-22 08:00 - 22:00
Gather the whole family for a day of adventure on the farm, picking fresh strawberries and savoring the irresistible sweetness of our strawberry-themed treats. It’s a day brimming with flavor and fun for all ages.
As the sun begins to set, transition into a tranquil evening by unwinding with our handcrafted hard cider or indulging in a craft beer by the bonfire. Watch as the evening transforms into a magical spectacle, with live music, line dancing, and the grand finale of fireworks painting the night sky. It’s the perfect blend of family-friendly entertainment and adult relaxation, all within the enchanting ambiance of our orchard.
No tickets required for this unforgettable experience.
Learn more: https://blakefarms.com/event/strawberry-festival/
Armada, MI!

Makers Market in Rochester, MI!
2024-06-22 10:00 - 18:00
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the creativity of your community? Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market!
This artisanal, crafter vendor open air show is the perfect place to experience the unique and handcrafted works of local, small businesses. You’ll find an incredible selection of handmade products that showcase the artistry and talent of the community. From jewelry and pottery to woodworking and textiles, there’s something for everyone at this event.
It’s not just about the shopping – the Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market is an opportunity to connect with the makers themselves, learn about their craft, and support their businesses. Plus, with live music and a vibrant atmosphere, this event is a true celebration of creativity and community.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of the Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market. Join us for a day of shopping, learning, and fun!
The Makers’ Market is sponsored by Genisys Credit Unionn.
For a full list of vendors visit downtownrochestermi.com/makers-market

National Cherry Festival (June/July) in Traverse City, MI
2024-06-29 00:00 - 2024-07-06 00:00
The National Cherry Festival, steeped in tradition, resonates Pure Michigan through and through. From bringing ‘pure’ local agriculture to the one of Pure Michigan’s premier destinations; to hosting guests in one of Pure Michigan’s most beautiful beach towns, the Cherry Capital of the World Traverse City, the National Cherry Festival is proud be one of Pure Michigan’s brightest gems.
– 521 S Union Street
Traverse City, MI 49684

Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair 2024
2024-07-06 00:00 - 2024-07-07 00:00
Our fair is brought to you in partnership with the City of Royal Oak Recreation Department and our group of community volunteers. The longstanding tradition (53 years!) of quality artwork, a tree-lined park setting, daily entertainment and delicious food, makes this Annual Fair a staple in the arts community.
Our artists include regional and nationally known individuals specializing in all mediums of fine art. Juried in under many categories, artists specialize in Ceramics; Collage; Drawing; Jewelry; Wood; Fiber; Metals; Painting – including Acrylics, Oil, Watercolor; Pastels; Photography; Sculpture and more.
If you are interested in being one of our Artists, please submit an online Art Fair application. Application deadline is April 26, 2024
https://royaloakrec.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail…
Proceeds from the art fair provide scholarships for local youth and grants for local art-related organizations.

Rochester, MI Explorers Club
2024-07-18 - 2024-08-10
The Rochester Explorers Club is back! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity for kids of all ages to get out and explore all that our community has to offer. Complete as many activities as you like from July 18 – August 10. Whether you choose one activity or try to complete them all, the goal is to just have fun!
Register starting July 18 at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 Main Street from 10 am – 5 pm. Participation is free.
The Rochester Explorers Club is sponsored by the City of Rochester and Downtown Rochester.
